very nitpicky grader, amicable, tests on definitions which is pointless.

Great math 13 teacher.

I took a calculus class in High school and took Nestler's class all over to refresh my memory. I got a D in his class. His exams are very hard. It is sneeky how he tries to put some Calculus problems in a precalculs class.

HE teaches really well. but his tests are so hard. i got 97 on the final and he gave me B cuz i was 2points away from A.

Explains the stuff, gives easy examples, gives hard tests,and is picky grading. I fear the final in advance...though he is ready to help and explain. Includes theorems in exams, so you need to memorize them:( Doesn't colect HW, but assigns a lot of them.

The best Math teacher at SMC. Ignore the bad reviews.

I'm a math major and he's been great so far. He leaves the last half hour in class open for questions, and has four office hours throughout the week. I'd ignore the bad reviews, which sound like students who should have put more effort into class.

i used to love math. i could fly through the homework with my eyes closed, but the tests were nothing like the homework problems. Ive had tough teachers before, and i enjoyed the challenged, this guy is just nuts....lost in his own cartoony world or something..

challenging class. not for those who want an easy grade but for those who want to understand (learn) the math. what a concept for the slackers.

He has high expectations of the stuents. He expects the students to grasp abstract ideas from the homework. Because of this he uses the tests as teaching instruments. They not only are on the homwork but what you could have figured out with some hard solid thinking.

his tests are crazy hard.I dropped the class and with another teacher I had A.So, for the same class I have W & A.Isn't that wired?Don't take him!

Hard teacher but very clear and helps you to understand it. No curve or anthing though - you have to know the material.

I did very poorly in Nestler's class -but I don't blame him- it was my own fault as a result of poor math study habits. The class is not easy and he expects students to really understand the material in depth. His lessons are extremely well planned and prepared. His tests are all NON-multiple choice, usually only 5-10 DIFFICULT questions.

Clear, well-prepared, helpful, and HARD. He is merciless, either do the work and learn the material or do poorly. If you work then you will find math 7 a breeze, if you don't then enjoy taking math 20 again. Take him only if you are moving on to math 7.

Professor Nestler's exams are very difficult. To get an A, you must know the material cold and be an excellent exam taker. His B is a 76 percent, which is very reasonable if you pay attention to his lectures and spend ample time on the HW. If you go to his office, he will make you work for any help or suggestions. Take his class for a challenge.

I studied my butt off and barely got a C. I took a math class in the summer to review and got a 97% in the class. Even if you are good at math this guy is really tough. You will learn a lot but kill your gpa while doing it.

I love Nestler's teaching style. He's very funny and seems to be very willing to answer questions in class. He has high standards, but if you take careful notes and stay around after the lectures for help on homework problems, you're much more likely to succeed.

He is very clear when he lectures. His notes are nice and neat. I understood how to do the homework and the examples on the board, BUT his tests are soooooo difficult. His tests are NOT fair!! He is incredibly intelligent, but his expectations are too high!

wat the hell u guys talking about? i got A in his class. that s enough to prove he 's good teacher!!! just work hard u ll be ok.

eaxms are so easy. he has changed a lot~~

He is a good and thorough teacher, but his test ask too few questions. His class is really boring. And he expects people to be nice and polite to him but he is very rude when he talks to you.

Class started with 25 and ended with 6. I got an A. If you do ALL your homework,tests will be easy. Some questions even came from homework. Many classmates expected to get an A without doing their work. No Sh** they weren't going to pass!! Clear notes, intelligent teacher. Want to learn math, then take his class.

The material itself is easy but he makes the tests very hard. I've taken calculus before and took this class thinking it'd be an easy A, but I'm only getting Bs. However, his lecture is very clear and he's always willing to answer questions.

Pretty strict grader, partial credit is hard to come by, even for small arithmatic mistakes. But tests aren't too bad if you understand the concepts, which if you really want to, he'll make sure you do. Very helpful and clear. He's a very good teacher, but you have to work for the "A." But, a "B" should come easy if you try.

you know what, he isn't so bad after all. At first when i got into his class i thought he'd be a really bad and lousy prof due to all the remarks in this website, but he's not that terrible. i got a C on his first test (which looks so easy but he is one strict marker). so i studied harder and got A and Bs. Just study hard! and he's willing to help

HE IS A WONDERFUL GUY! nestler's writing on the board is so neat and clear (and you'll be glad to have a prof who is willing to write neatly). his tests aren't THAT hard, just study. most from TB! his webassigns (your ONLY hw) is quite EASY! and its almost like 10% of your grade? he is a resposible and v intelligent prof who can teach well, REALLY

Nestler is a great lecturer and professor. He takes off points for everything. Tests can be tricky. I worked so hard but got C's. I dropped and am retaking it. Now I get A's on everything because Nestler challenged me. He makes calculus very challenging. The class started with 35 pple and 10 were left. take him if you want a challenge.

EASY AND GOOD LECTURE HE GIVES. MY MATH IS NOT THAT GOODD BUT MANAGE TO SCORE IN HIS TESTS. TAKE HIM!!!!!

Hard to get an A his exams are quite hard!

Very hard tests, that the whole class struggled on. I had taken calculus before and passed the AP test, but yet struggled to get a C, even though I did all my assignments and studied for all the tests. And beware he grades on grammar. Yes, grammar in a math class.

Very clear in his lectures and writes very neat notes on the board which make good note-taking easy in his class. VERY high standards for his students' comprehension however. Defns, thms, etc. must be able to be recited and applied intensively on exams. He is the most helpful teacher I've had for getting extra help though. Be ready to WORK HARD

Oh, my god. How can people complain about his method of teaching, let alone the grading? YOU NEED A 64% for a C in that class, what more can you ask for? And this, this is for CALCULUS 2. He's an excellent teacher, one of my favorite and I almost regret not taking his class seriously. I guess winter session wasn't my best choice.

Nice guy but unfortunately, his tests were impossible. Most of the class failed. He refuses to tell you what to study other than "the book". Wont let you use even an arith. calc so you spend half the test doing large multiplications. He is a good teacher and loves what he does, he is just not cut out for a city college. Dont expect to pass.

Rather unreasonable test grader but I don't regret taking the class. He pushes his students hard and if you put effort into this class you will come away with a lot. He's little stiff but he's a good teacher.

i'm not gonna say he is easy teacher, but it's not impossible to get A. I got a in summer 07 semester, and now i takung math 8 of his class. here i explain about his class. first, his class is very very very class. their is no doubt. second, i always happy to answer questions, so you can ask to him and make sure you know everything.

Very comprehensible and goes out of his way to help students understand the material. Great at teaching Linear Algebra!

He's extremely cute, funny, + smart BUT the class is hard! You have to study A LOT just for a B. He's really picky but he's nice if you go to his office hours, he'll help you. He answers any questions. He wants you to learn. He knows his material well. The class itself is challenging. You've got to spend endless hours studying. memorize everything

He's really nice and his lectures are clear. He knows the material really well. He makes pre-calc as easy as it gets, which is saying something because it's an inherently difficult subject. If you have any questions, ask. He'll keep explaining the same thing until you get it, if you ask him to. Great prof.

I took Dr. Nestler's Linear Algebra class while back. At the time I thought it was hard but later I really appreciated his method and style of teaching as it got me somewhat prepared for the future. Be serious and dedicated with his class and you'll end up being satisfied.

Dr. Nestler is indeed my favorite professor at SMC. He could be one of the most knowledgeable math prof also. He teaches very well and stuffs are clear. He's not an easy teacher at all, and scoring an A requires a lot of work. His tests could be pretty tough, but he's always available during his office hrs. I recommend him for Engineering students.

If you are serous about your studies I highly recommend Nestler. He is by far my favorite teacher at Santa Monica College even though I did not receiver an A in his math 8 class. Test are hard but 76% is a B so this should be possible for all who study. He drops lowest test in calc 11. You will not leave his class without knowing your stuff.

He is the best teacher I have ever had. His tests are easy(if u study for the), and he drops 2 of ur low grades. I got an A in his class.

Very, very meticulous and organized. Crystal clear lecture and notes, takes great care in explaining concepts. Very available for questions. Homework, while necessary, is not required but "suggested". Gives lots of partial credit on tests, which are pretty difficult and long. Rather eccentric and impersonal at times; be on time and respectful.

Awful teacher, explains things well but even super bright students cant get A because HIS GRADING IS OBSURD! Half of points docked for stupid errors like not putting equal signs and such.TAKE IT WITH SOMEONE ELSE OR AT ANOTHER SCHOOL PLEASE!!!

Has high standards on par w/ top universities. He's a tough grader, but FAIR, as are his exams. Gets a bad rep cuz he's tough, but don't mistake that for a bad prof. He's clear, structured, willing to help, & let's you know what to expect. May seem overly strict, class has a sterile atmosphere. But personally, I was thankful for the challenge.

With all due respect to Dr. Nestler, various complaints and discontent about the math professor are indeed warranted (they speak for themselves). On a personal note, I don't understand his level arrogance given the fact that he is only an average mathematician and teacher.

I took Professor Nestler class for Calc 2, He is Very good in my opinion, His lecture is very clear and he gives time to ask question at the end of the class , But to be honest his exam is unbelievably HARD and I am not very good at math too so i end up dropping the class but it is not . Overall He is a good Professor with a very high standard, so

He is a good teacher for math, have to do tons of HW, but if u find an easy A, don't find him.

everyone thinks he's really hard which i agree with but his lectures are really clear and he's very helpful! do the HW and pay attention in class.His tests are hard so double check your answers. 5 exams and the final that can drop your lowest grade on a test. if ur willing to work hard and know your math take him.

He's just what a good teacher is supposed to be. His lectures are crystal clear. He expects students to really show they understand the math. Interesting exams that really challenge you. If you want to learn math the proper way take him.

Dr. Nestler's Math 7 class is hard, but he does an amazing job of explaining everything and he tells funny, quirky jokes. I came in with average pre-calc skills, and will get either a low A or a high B. I did about 8 hours of homework per week.

good teacher but hard to get A

Great Teacher. Don't be afraid to go to his office for help.

Took Calc 2 (Math 8) over Winter 2011; I would DEFINITELY recommend him to any Math majors/anyone good at math. Do your homework, as the hw problems are similar to test problems. He is humorous, helpful, and has clear, useful notes. Not an "easy" A but if you genuinely put effort into the class and learn + understand the concepts you will do well!

Don't be fooled.His first 3 exams prior to the drop deadline are straight-forward (yet not easy) if you study HARD.After that,he turned around 180.The average grade for exams 4&5 was around 65/100 which is a D.He wants you to think he is nice and on your side but then ends up giving out 1-2 As per class.Save time and take someone else!

GREAT TEACHER BUT NOT FOR LAZY PEOPLE. HIS LECTURES ARE THE BEST I'VE EVER SEEN. RECOMMENDED FOR SOMEBODY WHO IS INTERESTED IN LEARNING AND NOT JUST PASSING THE CLASS.

Best teacher in SMC? Maybe. Do you want an A? Hell no! When I took him: CHALLEGE ACCEPTED! At the finish of the course OKAY :(

Hes a little touchy, but i didnt mind. Other than hes really easy. I got a 108% in the course.

Clear notes, extremely helpful, absolutely no cell phones, tough exams, should study and master all the materials, maybe a tough grader sometimes, if you work really hard---you will get a good grade which implies you are genius. Take him if you have a strong math background. Strong recommendation letters.

Very talented lecturer, makes the material very clear, answers any and all questions, and has a sense of humor to go with it. That being said, his tests are beyond difficult and so is his grading; as long as yo work really hard and study to the point of mastering all the material, you should be alright. Incredibly helpful during office hours.

No. Very intelligent, but jaded professor. Has his way and that is the only way. His lectures were very good but the examples given were much easier than the exams which were far too harsh for his grading method. If you suck up and go to his office hours you may get by with a B, don't expect an A in this course even if you have always aced math.

Excellent lecturer, very clear. He holds his students to the highest standard and rarely gives As. He offers one-on-one time after class and during office hours - you MUST go to these if you want to do well. Grading of tests and homeworks seems arbitrary.

One of the most difficult classes I've ever taken. He assigns an unfair amount of "suggested" homework that includes nearly every problem in each chapter. Students receive no credit for completing this work, but any one of these hundreds of probs. could be on test. He also incorporates a ton of precalc/trig formulas intoevery test. KNOW UR PRECALC!

If you are good, take his class. He is the best math teacher I have had in US.

don't take him unless you really have to. lectures are honestly really good, and he has a good sense of humor(sometimes) but super super hard exams, without enough time. you want an A, go somewhere else.

This guy is a really good professor who knows what he's talking about. Take him if math is your life and you're arrogant and want to prove something to yourself. if you're taking math to get a degree to get a job and make money, then look elsewhere

One of those rare professors where attending lecture actually seems more efficient than just reading the book. Exams stress understanding not tedious computation. Highly recommended.

Best lecturer of my college experience. Very clear discussion of course material, peppered with a lovely dry sense of humor. Tests are incredibly difficult, as is getting an A. Don't just count on being smart, if you're not a perfectionist then take Garcia.

Dr Nestler may be one of the best professors I've had in a while. His lectures are clear and concise, and he is prepared every day. He wants you to do well. He answers questions during office hours, over email, and after class, and he never makes you feel dumb for not immediately getting calculus. Yes, his tests are hard, but you earn your grade!

The best professor I have encountered so far, and I have encountered many. Sad to see low ratings from students that just don't have the determination to be the best. Getting a A in this class means the MIT's OCW test are a walk in the park.

soft spoken guy. too quiet. can be boring. lectures are very clear and organized though. unfortunately, tests are insanely hard. you need an innate, comprehensive understanding of math to get an A, let alone pass the class... AVOID AT ALL COSTS! not worth it. btw, 1 person got an A and half the class dropped. google smc grade distribution fall 2012

This man is god from above. His teaching style is like no proffesor I have ever encountered. He teaches his course extremely eloquently and doesn't move on until the whole class understands the information. I highly recommend him. If you study, you will be fine. I don't understand the comments below, tests are hard, but they are very doable.

Although Andrew Nestler is not an easy teacher, he is indeed the greatest professor I have ever had, you need to study hard but you will get an A which is sweeter than anything else, bc after you are done with his class, other calculus classes are like a piece of cake for you! I'm going to take Math13 with him!

Extraordinary, awesome and legendary,Nestler the Great is the best teacher you can imagine. He teaches math so perfectly and makes you so ready that in higher math classes you feel power! He grades you fairly and helps you as much as 5 teachers! I'm really happy to have been his student!

He conducts his class with almost German precision: starts on time, logically explains the material, and writes his tests so that you can demonstrate your knowledge. After taking his Math 11 during winter, I have no trouble in physics, so if this is your path, I strongly recommend taking all math sequence with Nestler.

Just take him. You will not regret taking him. Tests are hard not because of professor but subject. However, If you do all hw, ask questions, visit office, you will make A. The experience from this class now helps me a lot in UC. You will appreciate him when you go to upper division.

Professor Nestler is a great person when it comes to teaching but speaking of tests and grading he is way below the average. I highly recommend him if you wanna learn math but if score also matters to you DO NOT take him because he WILL find a way to lower your score. I'm not a lazy student who just leaves negative feedbacks but be aware.

Here is a professor that conducts his class with absolute precision. He shows up to class on the dot and presents the material in a well constructed manner. I've learned a lot from being in his Calculus III class. I would say, however, that he is very strict when it comes to grading and sets a high standard for his students. Overall, good professor

This is the hardest class I have ever taken at SMC. But he is the best math professor at SMC. You can certainly learn something from him. If you want to pass this class, expect to do a lot of math.

Nestler is a professional. He will treat a student the same whether they have are passing his class with flying colors or failing miserably. His tests are brutally difficult, but his instruction is the best I have received in a math class. While he is not in the classroom to be your friend, I believe he cares whether or not you pass the class.

His lectures are very helpful, and the tests are very similar to the excersises from the homework. He always helps you improve and is open to explain more in detail what he expects on tests.

Dr. Nestler is absolutely one of the best professor I've ever had. His lectures are highly organized, and his instructions are very clear. He assigns homework that is not mandatory, but if you show him your homework he will give you a great feedback and it will prepare you for exams. You just need to follow his instructions and you will be fine.

Professor Nestler is punctual, follows a very clear plan and gives fairly difficult tests. He provides the students with the necessary (and extra) foothold to learn the material. All you have to do is do lots of homework and gain a tree trunk understanding of the contents of the upcoming tests. Good for confident people. They learn modesty.

Dr. Nestler is a legitimate mathematician. He's tough, but fair. He expects a lot from his students, but provides instruction and guidance sufficient for anyone to succeed. For most students, taking math 8 (or 7) from Dr. Nestler will be the first "real" math course they'll take. Again, the bar is high, but clearing it is so very satisfying.

Dr. Nestler is a real gem of a teacher and SMC should be proud to have him in their Mathematics department. The grade is determined by your understanding of the material and the class is organized around the student making the efforts to understand the concepts. Test difficulty is FAIR, you just need to STUDY. He is a committed teacher.

Dr Nestled explains the material in the clearest way possible. He makes the material interesting and writes down exactly what he expects you to do. There are a lot of HW, and really hard tests. If you use the time he leaves at the end of every lesson for feedback, do as many problems at home as possible, and participate in his class- you'll succeed

Lecture : crystal clean! How to study : Do your homework and show your work. He will give you feedback. Follow his advice then you will do well. Work with him! He likes to work with students. Know your theorem as well. Test: Most questions usually takes 3 to 5 steps. Easy numbers. If you get crazy answer, you did it wrong. Best math teach in SMC!

He is very clear with his grading, 4-5 five test and the final, Calculus 2 is a hard class, so expect to do a lot of homework to get practice and understand the theorems, one thing that his test may include some parts where you have to state definitions or theorems, but overall his tests are based on homework, and some problems form lecture

Clear, direct and fair. Works out lots of examples in class and gives clear methods for each type of de. Very approachable, strongly encourages students to take advantage of office hours. Good constructive criticism on exams. Very punctual, dry humor. Diff eq is very straightforward, if you're confident in calculus you are amply prepared.

He is a good professor, and he knows what he is doing in the class. He will give you good feedback if you go to his office hour. His test is not that difficult, but you should really understand his lectures, and remember all the definition and theorem.

Professor Nestler's lecture is the best in SMC math department. His teaching is logical, clear, and fair. The exams are not hard at all, just make sure to be familiar with his lecture note and important concepts/theories. If you love math/physics/science you will love his class!

Professor Nestler is an amazing teacher. His lectures are superb, especially because of his outstanding communication skills and his attention to detail. He gives lots of practice problems and is always willing to help. His exams are challenging but fair. I learned a lot in his course and had a few laughs along the way. I highly recommend him.

I absolutely love Dr. Nestler and his teaching style. He goes to great depths to prove the concepts hes presenting and is extremely thorough in explaining things for the purpose of understanding, not rote memorization of meaningless formulas. Individual motivation and a genuine love and curiosity for math is extremely important in his class.

If you want to learn something, you should choose him. Really nice person.

Professor Nestler has a fun sense of humor, was careful in his wording of concepts during lectures, and demands precision from his students. His class was challenging, but I felt it forced us to develop good math habits. If you want an easy A this may not be the class for you, but if you want to deeply learn the material I recommend this professor.

Hes a very clear grader. He outlines his expectations from day 1. Are his exams tough? Yes. Are you required to do homework? No. He gives a ton of homework problems to cover all your bases for exams. Always available for office hours and he responds to emails for homework. Instead of doing homework as an assignment, its more like exam preparation

Nestler is tough and he will make you work for your grade, but it is worth it. Make sure to do the homework from the textbook. I used the textbook between exams to gain confidence and then focused on the lecture notes (in class examples and theorems) and old exams when studying for a test. Good luck.

Anyone taking this level math class likely has even higher math in their future. Prof Nestler's approach really helps you develop the mathematical maturity you'll need later in your academic career. His exams are challenging, but not unreasonably so. I highly recommend him for any math class at SMC.

If you really want to learn calculus, I highly recommend Professor Nestler. I found his strict grading and detailed feedback to be helpful in solidifying important concepts. His course demanded a lot of work from the students, which forced us to truly understand the material. I am very thankful I ended up in Professor Nestler's section.

I had the pleasure of taking Dr. Nestler for the entire Calculus sequence at SMC, Math2/7/8/11. While his exams can be very difficult, this is simply the price of admission that one pays for such an exceptional learning experience. He conveys the sheer beauty of Mathematics, and facilitates a deep and profound understanding of the material.

Dr. Nestler is a very attentive professor. He knows a lot about mathematics, and the best part is he teaches really well. Calculus can be frustrating, but he is very accessible outside out class. I enjoyed his detailed lectures, and going to his office hours. It was so kind of him to write me a recommendation letter for my grad school application.

Great teacher! I'm a high school student, and wanted to take ODE to enhance my understanding of math. Dr. Nestler helped me do just that. He provided a very clear lecture and was always happy to help students with any of their questions. Make sure to understand the concepts well before the tests in order to succeed. Tests determine entire grade.

Grading is fair and clear. The best way to study for his class is to take notes during lectures. Additionally, reviewing hyperbolic functions may be helpful.

Dr. Nestler is a good teacher. His lectures are well-organized and very clear. There is a ton of homework, and it's all fair game to appear on tests. I stayed up until 4am multiple times to catch up on homework. You will learn a lot, and you will work a lot. If you are willing to work, you will do well in his class.

Prof. Andrew Nestler is one of the greatest college instructors I've ever had the pleasure to take. He usually provides half an hour of "workshop time" before the start of the class in order to facilitate doing homework in groups and being able to ask questions in class. The lectures are very good, and they aren't taken straight out of the book.

Dr. Nestlers lectures are methodical. Attend all his lectures. He chooses specific examples and sections from the textbook. Review all his examples, definitions, and theorems from class. He offers a good amount of office hours and workshop time. His commentary in the homework and office hours will help you develop good math habits and skills.

The best math professor in SMC. Just take notes and follow him, you will really learn a lot and get an A.

Prof Nestler is the best professor I had ever taken. His class is amazing, all the lecture are clearly and easy understanding. He has a longer break, and can get out to relax. You need to review his notes and do homework carefully, and you will get A. After taking his class, you will find mathematics is not so hard and have confident to study math

Math 11 with Dr. Nestler for winter. Extremely tough class to condense down into less than 6 weeks, but he knew and adjusted well. He is so organized, clear, and articulate. The best math lecturer I've had. Really wants to help and answer questions. Accessible during office hrs. I wish every prof. could have his clarity and willingness to rly teach

I took calc1 and calc2 with Nestler which says something. First, the ratings on here don't do him any justice, and were probably written by the majority of the students who drop the class. The class is hard sure, but his lectures are top notch and he's funny. He'll get you intrigued in the math. You'll even start to think about integrals b4 bed.

The best maths prof you can get, he truly cares about his students understanding of the material.

Taking notes during class and going to office hours can help prepare for tests.

I assure you this professor gives you the best quality. I don't know many people who could be better than him. That said, you need to put in your best as well. People do much better during winter: because they consistently put in the work. I took a night class while working, and although it was challenging, I don't regret taking him.

Professor Nestler is very professional at his work. He is extremely smart and inspired by mathematics. That inspired me as a student who didn't enjoy math, to work as hard as I can with excitement. He teaches in a great way that enables you to understand the material very well, of course, along with HW Use office hours. Give TIME & EFFORT.

Professor Nestler explains the material very clearly and he is very patient with questions. Great teacher! I know Math 11 can be hard to teach because it involves three or even more dimensions, but Professor Nestler did a great job and I can't imagine how else this class can be taught! (No offense to other great professors out there)

IMHO, Prof. Nestler gives great lectures for this calculus course. The class was well organized and you won't be bored for sure. The exams aren't easy. To get a good grade, you really need to spend a lot of time going through examples both in book and in homework. You also need to be very careful with details and not to make small errors in exams.

He is a great professor that gives great lectures. The only set back some may have is that he is a strict grader. He insists on using proper mathematical grammar, which is not uncommon. If you take him, I honestly advise you give it your all, he can tell when you've studied enough or not and he gives you what you need to succeed if you do the work.

Dr. Nestler explained the subjects well and was able to quickly switch to online teaching in the middle of the semester without much disruption. There was good, clear communication and he provided useful feedback and was able to sprinkle in a little humor. The course was challenging but he made it as straightforward as it could've been.

Dr. Nestler is a great instructor. His lectures are clear and concise. Taking good notes, reviewing those notes, and doing all the homework will have you prepared for his exams. He is always making sure that students are understanding the topics he is teaching so, don't hesitate to ask questions.

Dr. Nestler gives great lectures and really tries to focus on students learning the material. In Calc 3, he often tied topics back to Calc 1 and 2 to better our understanding. Tests are comprehensive and can be somewhat difficult, but the lecture notes and HW are really helpful in preparing. He also allows for questions in class and office hours.

Professor Nestler is one of the best math teachers smc has ever had! Honestly the way in which he teaches to the students is done in such a clean and simple way. It definitely helps you see math in a different way! He is pretty hilarious too!

Excellent teacher for Linear Algebra - Math 13. His lectures are perfect. He knows what he is doing. He helps you at office hours (if you can make it). I didn't like that he tells you to not use outside resources (like Khan Academy). You will learn a lot. Hardest grader, I've ever come across. If you care about your GPA, take someone else.

CovidZoomCalc is ridiculous. He is a difficult grader and knows exactly what he wants. If you take the time (I didn't) he will look over your homework and provide feedback to prepare you for the exam. I have an understanding of the material from having to work harder and I'm grateful for that. I'm looking forward to cont. with him moving forward.

Great GREAT professor! He made sure to outline his specific expectations in the class syllabus and reminded the class multiple times how we should apply ourselves and our time to studying the materiel. Perfectly covers every topic during the lectures and provides lots of help during office hours to review homework to make sure you understand things

I took prof Nestler for math8 and he is an amazing teacher. His methods and ways of teaching made the class super fun and easy to grasp. He does not give homework and grades only in exams. However,he assigns homework that is not graded and he will be more than happy to go over it if you send it to him. To do well in his classes read&do the homework

In addition to being able to teach the material proficiently and effectively, Professor Nestler is full of all sorts of math tidbits. He really cares about his students and wishes to see the work they put in reflected in their grades. All around a great Professor.

He is the best math instructor I've ever had; he explains every concept professionally and makes sure that students understand the material properly. If you pay attention in his class and follow his format, you'll experience a great improvement in your math skills. His lectures are also interesting and you'll never feel bored in his class!

Calculus 3 (Math 11) is difficult but Dr. Nestler is the most caring instructor Ive met. I have anxiety and Dr. Nestler connected me with resources so I felt supported. Hes easy to talk to in office hours, via email and jokes with the class. Get to know him in office hours, stay on top of homework, and participate in class. He believes in you!

Smart, engaging, fair, funny, strict, and hard are words that describe this class. Dr. Nestler wants to make sure that you know the material, so there is no easy A here. But, he makes sure to pause during lecture to make sure that everybody is following and is open to questions, especially via email. Your grade is based on five tests and a final.

Professor Nestler lectures well, is accessible, and approaches students with patience and understanding. He's challenging, but so is the subject; I left his class feeling well prepared to continue to more challenging material. He's clear about his expectations and invested in the success of his students.

Math 11 is far from an easy class, however Professor Nestler brings humor and an earnest desire teach you the subject material. If you are looking for an easy A, don't take Math 11 in general. However, Prof. Nestler provides ample resources and office hours to help progress your understanding. Utilize this if you want to be successful.

In a class that is very difficult, especially during the shortened winter semester, Professor Nestler not only does a good job of explaining concepts, but makes it fun with jokes as well, reducing the stress of an accelerated class. Professor Nestler improved my math skills overall by showing neat tricks to solve problems without a calculator.

This professor is great at teaching. He will give lectures in an ordered manner and you will have plenty of chances to ask questions. However, correct notation is extremely important because the points off can add up. Although he is difficult, participation is extremely important in understanding the material.

If you want to really understand the subject, take Calculus with Professor Nestler. His lectures are great: well-organized and precise, lots of examples, plus funny jokes. Explains difficult concepts in simple ways. Approachable and accessible outside of class, gives good feedback, wants you to learn and succeed. Exams are hard (do your homework!)

Professor Nestler is truly a gem in the math department. He has a straight forward method of teaching and grading. He is very lenient with partial credit and allows for you to solve problems using various other methods. Just like any other advanced math course, you have to put in the work and be ready to solve problems from the textbook.

Professor Nestler is a tough grader. Any tiny error would take you points away in exams. Although nearly half of the class dropped before the deadline, I want to say he is a nice even fantastic teacher, for his patience and assistance throughout the semester. If you decide to take his class in the future, make up your mind studying!

Professor Nestler is very smart and he knows his stuff. Exans are really hard and I usually got Fs. Through it all, I barely got a D in this class but I know it is a hard subject in general so I am happy!

I took Dr. Nestler's calc 2 course in Fall 2024. Dr. Nestler was very attentive and helpful in office hours. Yes, Dr. Nestler has high standards in a tough class. His course prepares you for a 4-year university. You're expected to take initiative in your own education. I would recommend Dr. Nestler if you're up for a real challenge.

Professor Nestler's flexible math course was fantastic. Short, clear 20-minute lectures made self-study easier. Finish ~80% of exercises and attend office hours will give you a good grade. He's organized, gives prompt feedback, post exam grade in 2 days, replies even on weekends/holidays, and answered every question. Recommended!

Not hard to pass if you know how to time manage and study properly. What helped me pass was attending his office hours every week, emailing him my work, completing every homework exercise and rewatching lecture videos. It's a lot but he is always willing to help and provides helpful feedback. His lecture videos are a blueprint of what he expects.