3.5

Alla Kelman

Mathematics - Dallas College - Eastfield Campus

3.5
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
57%
Would Retake
148
Reviews
3.5
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
3.4
Helpful
3.5
Clarity

57%

Would Retake

148

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What Students Say

Wouldn't recommend to anyone who works a lot tbh

MATH1314 - 2.0 rating

Good in-depth lectures

MATH1314 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

51%

Textbook Required

42%

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A+ (4)
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Based on 57 reported grades
A: 25
B: 16
A+: 4
F: 2
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Lots of homework (18)
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Clear grading criteria (12)
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Participation matters (10)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (5)
Respected (5)
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CALCULUS

5.0

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BUSMATH

5.0

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5.0

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PRECALCULUS

5.0

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MATH1316

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MATH

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Reviews (148)
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MATH1314
Aug 8, 2004

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MATH1316
Aug 9, 2004

This teacher is not easy. She teaches STRAIGHT FROM THE BOOK. She expects you be very prepared for the test and gives the hardest questions possible on the test. She is not helpful at all. Try to take someone else instead of her. For your own sake.

5.0
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CALCULUS
Aug 11, 2004

Easy to understand, helped me get through the course.

5.0
3.0
BUSMATH
Aug 25, 2004

A very good teacher. Will explain things until they are understood. Tests are tough, but you will do ok if you will just do the homework. she wants you to pass. i hate math, but i loved her class.

5.0
1.0
PRECAL
Oct 20, 2004

The best teacher I have ever had. I do suggest taking this class.

5.0
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PRECALL
Nov 10, 2004

She is a good teacher. I recommend her, but if you like to make a 100, just do the homework, test hard but you will get it. She will prepare you for call 1.

5.0
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PRECALCULUS
Nov 19, 2004

Some people feel her class is too fast paced, but thats just because there is so much material to go over. Mrs.Kellman is very approachable and is always willing to give a helping hand. Her test are challenging,but if you study hard,like she wants,an A is attainable. Take her if you can.

2.0
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MATH2412
Apr 7, 2005

For everyone else that has given this teacher a positive rating, STOP LYING!!!!!! This teacher is NOT easy. She always has to be right if you ask her a question that you know is wrong. Her test are EXTREMELY HARD. Take the class if you want a MEAN teacher and want to waste your Money.

5.0
1.0
MATH1324
Apr 25, 2005

Honestly, if you do the homework and pay attention in class, this class is not difficult. She encourages students to ask questions if they are unclear of something. Do the work and you will do well in her class.

5.0
5.0
M1314
Jun 24, 2005

Ms. Kelman was a very nice lady. It was nice to be in a classroom with a professor who was so passionate about what she taught. By no means is she easy! Her tests are very hard so you better study. This woman does not hand out A's in her courses if the person didn't earn them!

5.0
2.0
DMATT9798
Aug 9, 2005

She is a very good teacher. Her students seem to always have 4 annoying people in her class. I loved her. Shes very good and nice. You do homework, quizes , and test so I did well

4.0
4.0
PRECAL
Aug 28, 2005

Tests are very hard, no review before hand, roughly 2 quizes between tests. If asked what you should study for the tests she WILL tell you that she wants you to know everything. Not a bad teacher though, she will work with you if you need help,

4.0
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MATH2342
Nov 10, 2005

I luv this teacher, she is soo enthusiastic in teaching. And she is always willing to help you whenver u need it. Plus, her exams are not as bad as u think, b/c she gives u a review b4 test. i would greatly recommend her.

5.0
5.0
MATH
Nov 28, 2005

she is a great teacher and explains everything very well. this is a difficult course but she makes it easier.

4.0
5.0
BUSINESSMATH
Nov 30, 2005

She does not give reviews, weighs the point values on tests poorly. She barely covers the material in class and then gives very in-depth tests. She has an online math lab that assigns homework, which then solves problems differently from how she explains the material.

5.0
3.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Grade: B-
Nov 30, 2005

Take it from me...she is the best math teacher I have had! (this is my 3rd time to take it!) She takes the time to explain everything so that you will understand. The homework is a breeze, too bad it doesn't count for more of the grade %. Halfway through, she began giving reviews which were VERY helpful! She knows her stuff! She is the BEST!!!

5.0
1.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Apr 18, 2006

very easy teacher...teaches well...make sure u buy the cd ...don worry about the book...it's online if u buy the cd...with the cd...its impossible to make less than a 100...gives reviews and if u finish it 5 points extra on the test...if u show up at the library the day after...another 5 points......:-)

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MATH0099
Dec 4, 2006

She was one of the worst professors I've ever had. Math has always been a subject I struggled with and when I would ask questions, she made me feel like an idiot for asking. She was not motivating AT ALL! She was very rude in her e-mails too. I did not enjoy her class one bit, in fact I dreaded her class period.

2.0
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MATH1314
Jan 12, 2007

Strict and insensitive to students.. graded way too hard

5.0
5.0
MATH1314
Jan 15, 2007

Good teacher, very enthusiastic, but a hard grader. Probably the best math teach i've had though. As long as you work, hard you'll pass.

1.0
5.0
MATH1314
Jan 29, 2007

I took this class online with tihs professor and she was not helpful at all. She did not respond to her email. When you needed help you could never get it from her.

5.0
2.0
MATH1314
Feb 8, 2007

I am currently taking her course on line. And I think that she is a very good teacher. Recently I was stuck on a problem and emailed her she responded the same day. If you want a teacher who knows math she the one.

1.0
5.0
MATH1314
Mar 25, 2007

She is the worst math teacher I have ever had. You do the review from the CD's and then do the homework. Show up for the test and wham! Nothing like any of the practice questions or homework. It's like she picks the hardest problems to ask. And her emails are always rude. Do not take her...you've been warned!

3.0
4.0
MATH1314
Apr 25, 2007

nice teacher. the book and homework can be done online, so buying the book is optional. hard grader. the material on the reviews didnt cover everything that was on the tests.

5.0
3.0
MATH1314
Apr 26, 2007

Good prof. Knows her math. If you do what she said to do wil pass the class. TAKE HER!

3.0
5.0
DMAT0098
Nov 26, 2007

the course is challenging!

2.0
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MATH0098
Jan 7, 2008

I hated this teacher & dreaded her class. If your not good at math, i would not recommend her. She wasn't helpful & would not let you take a test unless every single thing on your homework was perfect.

1.0
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MATH1314
Apr 15, 2008

Math is the hardest subject for me. If you are not already good at math do not take her. I had to drop. Do your research on teachers. Do not take her. She is a nice person but does not explain math enough.

4.0
4.0
MATH1314
Apr 24, 2008

OMG! The best prof I have ever had. Her class was a lot of fun!

1.0
5.0
MATH1314
May 5, 2008

DO NOT take her... You will fail. She is an attendence nazi. And a little anal about homework.

1.0
5.0
MATHMATH
May 8, 2008

bad professor, doesn't teach math well, and grades very diffcult. If I were u I wouldn't recommand this teacher. You will fail!

1.0
5.0
MATH1314
May 11, 2008

I took her online class omg i never see a teacher like this ,her instruction abut the tests are not clear ,how she become a teacher

2.0
5.0
MATH1314
May 24, 2008

I would not reccommend taking this teacher!! I had to drop her class because I missed her orientation.

5.0
3.0
MATH1314
May 31, 2008

The best prof. ever I took her online class and made an A Very easy She uses MyMathLab

3.0
3.0
DMAT098
Jul 7, 2008

I loved that she gave points for working the problems in the right way even though answer might not have been corret.

5.0
3.0
DMAT0099
Aug 2, 2008

I am still taking this teach this summer and she is great! She goes over tests with you and gives you partial credit even if you missed the problem.

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DMAT97
Aug 24, 2008

she is a great teacher..i took her for summer 1..has a wonderful attitude about teaching..she does have an accent so make sure u listen well...but overall i would rather have mrs. kellman over rita lewis! that's for sure

2.0
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MATH2342
Dec 6, 2008

she teaches new info every day and never takes questions from the homework, so if you have a question you better ask while she's teaching it. She puts examples on the board that come from the book examples,gives a study guide for tests but tells you to study everything and takes nothing from the study guide. You will teach yourself!!!!

5.0
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DMATH0099
Jan 10, 2009

Professor Kelman is great! Shes very smart and knowledgeable about math(SMU grad). I struggle so much in math and shes the best math teacher iv ever had;first time I ever made an A in math. She is so nice and willing to help you until you get it. But shes an attendance freak. If your taking CI, I highly recommend taking her.

5.0
1.0
MATH1314
Feb 18, 2009

She is a great teacher! Very smart and very helpful

4.0
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MATH1314
Apr 2, 2009

You basically have to go to class... However, she will work with you and is really understanding. She makes sure everyone understands the material and will help you if you dont... she is just all about following the rules.

2.0
4.0
STATS2342
Nov 10, 2009

Couldn't stand her so I dropped. She was writing her dissertations so when she was having a bad day we would too.

5.0
4.0
MATH2342
Dec 8, 2009

I liked her. The class is very challenging, but very interesting. She gives lots of homework.

5.0
3.0
MATH1314
Dec 10, 2009

Nice teacher. Don't take CI course for College Algebra very difficult to keep up with the system and homework. I spend my days in LAC and Math Spot, but teacher is nice and knows her stuff, strict on attendence. Very knowledgable professor, but I should have taken her for lecture. Oh well, I'm done.

5.0
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MATH1314
Dec 30, 2009

I took this professor last semester, she was great. WyleyPlus was really bad, but she made it easier.Take her.

5.0
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MATH1314
Apr 27, 2010

The class is all computer based, meaning you have your lectures on the computer and homework from a book. You can get behind really easily, so stay on top of the class. She is an amazing teacher though, and breaks things down really easy. Dont be afraid to ask her questions.

5.0
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MATH1314
Jun 24, 2010

I took this professor for an online class, and she was amazing. She was extremely helpful and was always available. Her class was not easy by any means, but if you do what is required you will do fine.

4.0
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MATH1314
Jul 7, 2010

She is hard!! If you plan to take college algebra and another class and you register Kelman. Do not! She is very challenging. Her expectation is very high. But if you have all A's in your class then you should try her. Again, she knows all her materials, she will not answer your questions if she think you should already know it.

3.0
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STAT2342
Aug 22, 2010

She is fun and very smart, but hard! The absolute hardest B I've ever earned. She has a Russian accent, which can sometimes make it difficult to comprehend her lecture. The best thing you can do in this class is buy the book and DO YOUR HOMEWORK! The homework is practice/review for the test definitely!

2.0
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STAT2342
Dec 12, 2010

Professor Kelman is very hard professor. Only 8 out of 26 finished the course. Please don't take her unless you know math very well.

2.0
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MATH4009
May 13, 2011

I would highly recommend against taking this teacher for algebra. She went way too fast, and if anyone had a simple question about something she felt you should already know, she would spend a minute going on about how you should already know it rather than just take that time to tell you how to do it. Many people dropped. Take Emma Nelson instead!

1.0
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MATH2342
Jun 13, 2011

This teacher gives you an unbelievable, unrealistic workload for an online summer course. I had to drop it due to how much time I had to spend on the work. Strict with deadlines. Definitely and entire semester of work crammed into 4 weeks. Don't attempt unless you have lots of time to spend and are already comfortable with higher level math.

1.0
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STATS2342
Jun 30, 2011

Extremely hard!!!! PLEASE do not take this woman. She enjoys seeing her students fail. I am taking this so called Prof this summer and she is so hard. She replies your e-mails 24HRS later. I am getting no help from this woman. I dropped the class. All she is interested is money. Such a person should not be allowed to teach. WORSE TEACHER EVER.

3.0
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MATH1314
Jul 18, 2011

I took her my first semester and I so was NOT ready for a class like hers. My first DROP.

2.0
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MATH4401
Jul 31, 2011

I wish that I had checked out this site before signing up for summer school. This course has been a nightmare, She did not have material available to us for a day in half of a short first week with a lot of material due. Also, she does not answer most questions. She does not check e-mail on the week ends and she lectures about netiquette!

4.0
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MATH2342
Aug 4, 2011

This class is very hard, but she is very helpful. I took her online, please make sure that you have lots of time for it.

4.0
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ALG101
Oct 11, 2011

The cmm class has all the work is done on the computer and you watch videos that don't help what so ever. She walks around and helps as needed she is a very good teacher and she talks real fast so you have to listen or you'll miss something. not a whole lot of work pretty easy class as long as you stay up to date on things

5.0
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MATH2342
Jan 4, 2012

This is a very hard course. However it was online and she does answer her emails. Some of you said that she does not, that is a lie. She does. She is very helpful. I had to work very hard in this course. If you are planing on an easy course, do not take stats.

5.0
3.0
MATH1314
Jun 4, 2012

This class was easy.

5.0
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MATH1314
Aug 11, 2012

I took this class online && it was a bad idea for me! I'm not good at math in the first place && it's been a while since high school so of course this class wasn't that great for me! However the professor was very helpful she would reply pretty quickly to my e-mails.

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MATH1314
Nov 15, 2012

spent countless hours on this course and got the feeling this woman did not care one way or the other--find someone else who actually cares about the kind of job they do

3.0
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MATH1314
Dec 14, 2012

Took this as an online course and I will say that it is very time consuming and demanding. If you purchase the stand alone MyMathLab kit it includes an online book. Mid-term for this class was online but timed and not enough time was granted to finish. Final has to be taken on campus on a specific day. Oh and you have to memorize all formulas.

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MATH1314
Dec 17, 2012

CHOOSE A DIFFERENT PROFESSOR. If you're looking for a teacher that cares about whether you pass or fail, answers emails in a timely manner, or is well rounded with her scheduling, this is not the professor for you. This professor does not answer emails over the weekend, she's very strict, and she's the least lenient teacher I've ever had.

4.0
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ALG1301
Jan 10, 2013

The homework is very, very time consuming. I think she's pretty cool as a teacher and has a rich culture that she likes to talk about. But overall I would suggest an easier teacher, she could really care less who is passing and failing.

1.0
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DMAT0097
Apr 29, 2013

This teacher refused to work with me despite a letter from the DSO. I fell behind due to going into labor Sunday and having complications. This woman did not care and wouldn't let me retest. She's not the kind of teacher you want. Find some one more human.

1.0
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MATH2342
Jun 12, 2013

Find another instructor, she will not allow any make up work, or extra credit. Took as a Maymester online class, there was 4 homework assignments, 4 quizzes and a test everyday. Does not grade normally, homework is 11% of grade, quizzes 11% of your grade tests, 20% of grade final is 50% of your grade other things are worth 1% and 3%..

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MATH1314
Jul 6, 2013

GOT AN A, TOOK SUMMER 1. ALLOW 3 TIMES TO TAKE EACH TEST. WITH A REMEDIATION WHICH ALLOWS YOU TO KNOW WHAT TO STUDY FOR EXACTLY AN PASS. ALLOWS GRAPHING CALCULATOR ON TESTS.PLEASE APPLY YOURSELF AND YOU WILL SUCEED. TEACHER WAS BEYOND HELPFUL. GUIDES AND GIVES MULTIPLE OPPORTUNITIES TO SUCEED, TAKE THE LECTURE NOT INET.INET ONLY 1 TIME TO TAKE TEST

5.0
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MATH1314
Jul 2, 2014

I took this class in the Maymester and it was very hard. The class was only 11 days. However, this professor answered all of my emails and had two virtual sessions with us. They were pretty cool! At the last session, this prof. gave us a review and told us the topics to study for the final. Thank you!

4.0
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MATH1314
May 13, 2015

Took this class online and loved it. Everything is done on mymathlab. There are many homeworks and quizzes, but only two tests. You will spend a lot of time in this class.

4.0
4.0
MATH1314
Grade: Incomplete
May 13, 2015

Prof Kelman is a nice Professor! She replies to emails pretty quickly but she is very strict when it comes to late assignments. The online class is tough if your not really good in Mathematics and using other web resources will not help when it comes to the Final which is taken at school. There is also 2 Collaberate sessions which I found useless.

4.0
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MATH1314
Jun 9, 2015

Easy class. Responds to emails. Her emails were very clear. I had a homework question, she replied with a step-by-step solution. Thank you professor Kelman.

1.0
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MATH 1314
Grade: F
Oct 26, 2015

I hope others learn from my mistake of taking this class, I wish I read the reviews. If you're not good at math do not take. You must use MyMathLab which does not further break down the material fully. If you're good at math this is possibly a breeze but otherwise it's just effectively a scam for your money. The course is for quizzes, not learning

4.0
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MATH2342
Grade: B
Nov 19, 2015

Took this class in the spring semester. Stats is hard, but professor Kelman explained when I had questions. Expect spending time on homework.

4.0
3.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
Nov 19, 2015

She is a good teacher. She responded quickly to my emails.

4.0
3.0
MATH2342
Dec 2, 2015

This course is tough but professor Kelman explains well

4.0
2.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2015

This class was easy. She gives 2 attempts for tests.

4.0
2.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2015

Expect homework. I am not good at math, professor Kelman always answered to my emails and made math easy.

5.0
1.0
MATH1314
Dec 8, 2015

I took this class in the computer form, this class is easy. Three attempts for all the module tests. Quizzes had unlimited attempts.

5.0
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MATH1314
Dec 10, 2015

This class was on the computer, allowed three attempts on each test. dropped the lowest tests scores. I went to the final with a 93.

5.0
1.0
MATH2342
Dec 11, 2015

I took this class online. Dr. Kelman is amazing professer.

5.0
1.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2015

She is great!

5.0
2.0
MATH2342
Grade: B
Jan 13, 2016

Great Professor, I took the class online over wintermester- elementary stats. I noticed a mistake she fixed my grade, always replied to my emails. Exam wasn't too difficult, I didn't get a chance to study and I had a virus when I sat down to take it, so I honestly became grateful with the C that I pulled on it. Still managed to pass with a B.

5.0
2.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
Jan 14, 2016

took this class in the fall. great professor. awesome lectures.

5.0
2.0
MATH2342
Grade: B
Apr 6, 2016

Good class

5.0
2.0
MATH1314
Grade: B
Apr 18, 2016

Took this class online. Great professor.

5.0
1.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2016

She is awesome!. She will help you and is very good with answering emails! I recommend her to everyone!

5.0
1.0
MATH2342
Grade: B
Apr 20, 2016

Dr. Kelman is great. I took this course before at Eastfield and was really strugling. Dr. Kelman helped me a lot!

5.0
2.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
Apr 20, 2016

Multiple chances to do homework. Easy 100% on all homework. Test have 3 chances. She helps you with everything and is so sweet. You must buy the online module. Great teacher!

5.0
1.0
MATH2342
May 4, 2016

Took this class online in the three week course. Professor Kelman is very clear about what she expects and prompt. NOt difficult. Follow syllabus.

5.0
1.0
MATH1314
May 6, 2016

she is very helpful and willing to go above and beyond. i needed my test to be proctored at another campus, she made it happen.

2.0
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MATH1314
May 13, 2016

I had to drop this online course because certain assignments required you to be at your computer at a certain time which defeated the purpose of an online class considering some people don't have the time to sit there all day and wait for a discussion. Wouldn't recommend to anyone who works a lot tbh.

5.0
1.0
MATH1314
May 13, 2016

Dr. Kelman is amazing. I had hard time in a question and emailed her. Her explanation was step by step.

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MATH1314
May 14, 2016

Good in-depth lectures. Every test demands that you know the material, no multiple choice. Showing work is a requirement for both tests and quizzes. Fair grading, if not generous. Lots of easy but time consuming homework. Failing is impossible so long as you put some effort into it. I would recommend taking her course. Good professor, good class.

5.0
3.0
MATH1314
May 14, 2016

Math is not my favorite subject, but Dr. Kelman made it clear. She definitely knows her stuff. Great lectures. I highly recommend taking her.

5.0
1.0
MATH1314
May 25, 2016

Dr. Kelman is great! Her lectures are amazing. I would definitely take her if she only taught upper level classes.

5.0
4.0
MATH2342
Jun 5, 2016
Would take again

Saved my semester!

5.0
4.0
MATH2342
Jun 5, 2016
Would take again

Professor Kelman was very helpful. Challenging class.

5.0
4.0
MATH1314
Grade: B
Jun 20, 2016
Would take again

took this class in a short may term. she is good as a teacher, lectures are good. attendance is required. she helps you learn.

5.0
3.0
MATH1314
Grade: B
Nov 17, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Kelman is an amazing teacher. Gives great feed back. If you are strugling, she will go over the problem until you understand. I would take her again.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
MATH1314
Grade: B
Jan 30, 2017
Would take again

Good lectures. She helps you learn.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
MATH2342
Grade: A
Jan 30, 2017
Would take again

She is legit! Professor Kelman is so caring. Amazing lectures.

Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
4.0
MATH1314
Grade: A+
May 3, 2017
Would take again

I took MATH1314 online. The work was all done in mymathlab which was fine because its basically the teacher. There was a lot of work and its time consuming but its pretty easy. It is a self paced class so that was nice to be able to work ahead. She does require attendance in 2 blackboard sessions which suck but are helpful if you have questions

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
MATH2342
Grade: A
May 9, 2017
Would take again

She helps you learn. I would take her again.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
MATH1314
Grade: C+
Dec 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Prof. Kelman's class is a combo of videos on my math lab, and her in class lectures. I quickly realized that the online videos didn't help me, and she doesn't do lecture's for every class, she'll answer questions though. You must receive an 80 to move onto the next assignment on MML. She's great, the class layout just wasn't for right for me.

Gives good feedback
Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
1.0
MATH1314
Grade: A+
Jul 9, 2018
Would take again

Doctor Kelman gives great tips and helps you learn how to solve problems on the calculator which is really handy. She won't hesitate to answer any question.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
2.0
4.0
MATH1314
Grade: B
Aug 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Wouldnt recommend her because shes a low scorer. I only understood the material because I watched all the videos and did most the work on my mathlab

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
4.0
MATH1314
Oct 4, 2018
Would take again

I absolutely hate math, but I loved Professor Kelman. She is the best professor ever. She is willing to work with you and truly cares about her students. Her lectures are amazing and her tests are not hard. Definitely recommend her to anyone.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
MATH1342
Nov 8, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Take her online class if you want to end up in a mental health institute. Be prepared to not eat breathe or live for the sake of finishing her assignments.

4.0
4.0
MATH1314
Grade: B
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Professor Kelman is really good. she has lots of homework, but it is doable. Keep up with her calendar.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
MATH1314
Grade: D+
Dec 29, 2018
Would take again

My Math lab: 4 modules each with HW (unlimited attempts), quizzes(also unlimited), a module test at the end of each module with 2 attempts, 1 midterm (2 attempts), and a final that you have to take on campus. she had there are 4 additional assignments (2 quest), and a final proj. (easy) attend the web meet, easy class,Fell behind 3 months got a 65

Participation matters
1.0
5.0
MATH1342
May 1, 2019
Wouldn't take again

take this class if you want to fail statistics. Take this class if you want to struggle

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
3.0
STATS2342
Grade: A
May 6, 2019
Would take again

Took this class online. Many assignments, but doable.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
May 7, 2019
Would take again

took her online class, very easy if do work, take her again

Participation matters
1.0
4.0
MATH1314
Grade: B
May 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I do not recommend this class at ALL. She is a very tough grader on module discussions even if you do what she asks of you. She is also not a fair grader either. Her Finals are worth 20% of your grade and she makes you do a review for the final and COMPLETELY flips everything on it that you learned from the review. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS!

Tough grader
3.0
3.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
May 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I got an A in both her 1315/1314 course but you really have to work for that grade.. you can make 100's on all assignments and you still need a great grade for the final exam in order to make an A BARELY the really annoying part is she isn't a fair grader nor easy. I know this bc my friend and I took this course together and it wasnt the same.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MATH1314
Grade: B
Aug 2, 2019
Would take again

Awesome teacher!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
DMAT0315
Dec 5, 2019
Would take again

Took this class in first 8 weeks. Great prof.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
MATH1314
Dec 16, 2019
Would take again

Reviews prepare you well for the tests. Midterm and Final have a heavy weight so make sure youre well studied for them. Other than that the assignments are only to prepare you for those tests.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
1.0
3.0
MATH1314
Grade: D-
Dec 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

The class can be easy as long as you complete all assignments, the teacher is a tough grader and won't give you any extra credit, I would suggest to get done as much work as possible if you plan on passing this class.

Lots of homework
Graded by few things
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
MATH1342
Grade: A
May 6, 2020
Would take again

She is amazing. Great class.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
4.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
Jul 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Prof Kelman is not flexible with due dates and is very strict on attendance. Her homework assignments were long and disengaging. DO NOT EMAIL HER. YOU WILL GET A VAGUE RESPONSE!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MATH1314
Grade: F
Aug 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR!!! I took her for DMAT/MATH 1314 dual class and she is terrible. Her lectures were terrible. She just yells and talks to the class like we are "in trouble". She is very demeaning when asking her questions. She DOES NOT respond to emails. Final exam is 20% of your final grade and she records you. DO NOT TAKE HER!

Lots of homework
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MATH1314
Grade: B
Sep 16, 2020
Would take again

Great professor. I like her lectures. They helped a lot.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
Oct 21, 2020
Would take again

I was hesitant to take her class. But I am glad I did. She is great. I attended her lectures. She does have a lot of homework. But it did prepare me for tests. She has a review for every test. She does follow the syllabus and very strict on rules in the syllabus. But, I think because the course is 8 weeks.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
MATH1314
Nov 17, 2020
Would take again

She is great. I was not able to attend her optional virtual sessions and emailed her few questions she created a video for my questions.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
MATH1314
Dec 4, 2020
Would take again

Took this class for credit. Very doable. Just had to complete her assignments. She is very nice. I was sick and emailed her. Responded to my emails.

Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
STAT2342
Grade: B
Dec 7, 2020
Would take again

Great professor. Enjoyed her class. Will take her for algebra.

Lots of homework
3.0
5.0
MATH1314
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This course was all online and 8 weeks long. If you cannot attend her weekly lectures, I do not recommend her as a professor. Her lectures were incredibly helpful but the time for lectures is not available when selecting the course and unfortunately I was not able to attend them. This tripled the amount of work needed to pass.

Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH1342
Grade: B
Jan 13, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Took this class starting Fall 2020 but ended up dropping it because I fell behind and when I emailed her for help, she asked for my work instead of giving me an example. She also took a very long time to reply. I registered for this class AGAIN on winter-mester 2020 and I was very fortunate to pass the class with a B. Wouldn't take this professor.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MATH1342
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2021
Would take again

I took Kelmans wintermester class. I had my doubts about passing being able to pass her class. I made an A because I spent hours all day working on the hw. But overall she is a good professor and genuinely cares about her students and wants them to pass. I highly recommend taking her course.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
MATH1314
Jun 2, 2021
Would take again

doable class, prof is good

Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
Nov 22, 2021
Would take again

Doable class. Took this class in winter.

Gives good feedback
1.0
5.0
DMAT0315
Grade: A
Apr 18, 2022

One of the worst teachers I have taken and even complained about her to the Department of Math. She is a tough grader for what the work is for. Also if you take DMAT and Algebra, just remember that none of the work in DMAT is related to Algebra. Just simply DO NOT TAKE HER!!!!!!!

5.0
2.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2022
Would take again

I was initially intimidated from the reviews, mostly because I struggled with math for many years. Dr. Kelman is phenomenally honest, kind, and patient when it comes to any questions you may have and solutions at any moment you may feel behind curriculum pacing. Make notes ahead of class lectures so you may better grasp the lecture.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
Aug 15, 2022
Would take again

I took this class during "mini-mester." Dr. Kelman is very patient and willing to help those struggling behind. She's very passionate about math and couldn't have had a better professor aid me in conquering my doubts in this field of study. Make sure you're slightly ahead on the lecture with material and you won't struggle at all.

Inspirational
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
MATH1342
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2023
Would take again

Online class. Lots of homework, but doable if you keep up with her calendar. Highly recommend if you want to learn the stuff.

Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH1342
Grade: A
May 11, 2023

Instructions are not clear, you need to ask her on blackboard and have a meeting with her to actually understand the topic. If you are taking this course online, and have little to no time, I would not recommend her at all.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
4.0
3.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Grade: A+
Jul 15, 2023
Would take again

Was responsive when I messaged her with questions. Gave extra credit on final based on scratch work.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
MATH1314
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 20, 2025

she is worst professor ever, I am ahead of my homework, assignments and quizzes and I later drop the class a day to my final exam for the class. She changes my grade in discussion twice from 100 to 56%. she responds to message late.

Tough grader
Clear grading criteria
2.0
4.0
M1314
Grade: A-
May 17, 2025

DO NOT miss an assignment, even if the assignment is not posted at the start of the semester. Then, if this does happen, make sure not to waste your time with an email because you will not receive any credit. So basically, if you make 1 mistake no she will not help you out at all or forgive you. Way too prideful and rude. DO NOT TAKE.

Test heavy
1.0
3.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Grade: B
May 18, 2025

Compared to other online 8-week courses I took, her grading style was unnecessarily nit-picky and just plain out pridefully rude. If you are going to take her course, complete assignments ahead of time to as she locks them and does not provide late points or extra credits and prepare for webcam proctored exams on most major assignments.

Tough grader
Graded by few things
Online Savvy
2.0
5.0
MATH1314
Grade: A
May 21, 2025

online class, lots of hw and test some weeks had 8-10 assignments due. 8 discussion boards she was very picky and took points off for everything. 8 learning activities, very picky took points off for any mistake. No extra credit. Face cam required for test.She teaches some topics that are not needed for algebra,like Pascal's triangle.dont take her

Lots of homework
So many papers
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
M1314
Grade: B+
Jun 9, 2025

I genuinely tried in this course and all four discussions, but rarely got above 80. On the last, she docked points for capitalization she also used. She's a nice person, but the workload was too much. HWs had too many questions. Tests had 3 attempts, but extra work was required before retakes. Final was proctored with scratch work.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
M1314
Grade: D+
Aug 18, 2025

I took a summer semester, and granted the class was sped up the workload was intense for Dr.Kelman. Emailing her was rough, her replies were just the same thing you said but worded differently.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
M1314
Grade: D
Oct 3, 2025

Extremely tough on discussion boards. She also doesn't put the most important information in bold or next to the assignments on the syllabus or anywhere that is easily seen.

Tough grader
2.0
3.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Oct 6, 2025

Teaching wise, she is really good at explaining mathematical concepts, however, if you value making connections with your professor, she is not one to do so. She just wants you to do your work and go home. She can come off as mean for sure. If you just want to go to Algebra, get an A and leave, you'll do fine in her class!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
2.0
4.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2025

Work load right before the final exam is insane. two assignments, a quiz, a module test due the day before and the final review due at the hour of the final, it is genuinely insane!!!!!!!!

Test heavy
2.0
4.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2025

The end of the semester feels so rushed, a lot of new concepts I feel I have to learn on my own during the week before the final exam.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Test heavy
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