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“Great instructor, is very thorough, explains math in simple terms”
MATH095 - 5.0 rating“NO WORDS, HE IS THE BEST MATH TEACHER”
MATH090 - 5.0 ratingClass Info
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Attendance Mandatory
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Textbook Required
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(7)MATH102
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MATH252
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Reviews (101)
Great instructor, is very thorough, explains math in simple terms. Willing to work with each student and cares about what he does. Definitely would take his classes again!
The profesor is very helpful. He gives study guides before every test and the tests are just like the study guides. This class is an easy A if you show up to class. He drops your lowest test score too. His lectures are straight forward and he is a very funny profesor. Good sense of humor.
Professor Castro is very helpful and wants everyone to pass. I recommend taking his class if you really want to pass and be engaged with the material. I actually learned something in this class. He gives study guides which are similar to the tests and is always there after class if anyone needs extra help. Very funny and keeps you awake. :)
He helps you with the homework, and he doesn't judge you. He's funny and he's totally there for you. The practice tests are very similar to the actual tests. :) I would recommend him for math 108!!
He is a great teacher. His lectures are very clear and he gives good examples. He allows you to ask questions/correct him without fear of him getting upset. He gave HW for every section, but only like 10 problems. Less than 20 mins. work. Drops lowest test score. He gives a study guide for each test exactly like the test. Would def. take again.
Great professor! This class is challenging but he makes it do-able. Take him if you want to pass this class! In comparison to other professor's he doesn't overwhelm you with homework. He's kind enough to give out practice exams for each chapter which mirror what will be on the test - no surprises. Study, do the HW, you should do well!
Mr Castro thank you for teaching 962. I enjoyed your class. Practice tests, many examples so I can understand, enjoyed my classmates also. GREAT TEACHER OVERALL. THANKS MR. CASTRO!!!!!!
Great professor who actually WANTS his students to succeed. Takes the time to make sure everyone understands the material. Provided a great study guide for our final. Drops the lowest test score. Helps with homework. Bottom line- do the work and you will pass with flying colors. Wish more professors cared as much!
Great professor!! i would definitely take him again!!! works with you, and he is very helpful, LOVED HIS CLASS!!!
Mr. Castro is an exceptional teacher. He makes sure every student understands the material and he even goes to the trouble of explaining what you use it for in real life. I actually enjoyed the class and did really well. Show up and do the homework and you will definitely learn math.
Mr. Castro is by far one of the best teachers I have ever had the pleasure of having at SBVC. He actually applies his math to real world problems. If you actually want to enjoy learning math, take Mr. Castro. I started taking him with 962, and am sticking with him through 095. I wish more teachers would learn to teach like him.
great teacher
Professor Castro is one of the best instructors I've ever had. He explains things clearly, and makes sure to repeat things that you have questions on. His study guides really helped on the exams. He is also organized and grades things on time. I've always struggled with math, but I finally understand these concepts!
Professor Castro, is an awesome teacher he makes sure you understand the material before moving on. Homework matters, if you do your homework it will raise your grade a full letter grade. So be prepared to listen and ask questions he will answer them with no hesitation.
This teacher is so great! He is very nice and gives great explanation. He dose whatever he can to help you understand! You can miss class and just show up for the test if you want. And his work is easy but of course my math is low so not sure how his other classes are but i am for sure taking him AGAIN! :)
Super easy does HW with you and use that on test. Extremely easy. Had him for prob&stats
Best math professor ever. If you guys want to learn how to do math really good I recommend Castro. His class is an easy A. Homework is not that hard to do. He is willing to help if you do not understand something from math. Test are not that hard to do. They are multiple choice tests. He does not require any math textbook.
Professor Castro explains clear and in detail the material to be covered each lecture, he has his own way of teaching which makes it easier to understand. Exams are also easy to follow but must attend class not to get lost with the problems. I highly recommend him for Statistics class
MR. Castro is an amazing Professor that wants his students to succeed in his class. MOST AMAZING PROFESSOR I EVER HAD! His lectures are well understanding!
He is a great teacher! He wants to see people succeed and he's really cute!
Anthony Castro is a great professor. He really is there for his students, I didn't really know what to expect because stats is not a easy class. However, Castro made it very understanding and didn't overload us with homework, which really made the course less stressful. I recommend him for stats he really is there to help students overcome math.!
He is AWESOME! Caring, funny, and knows his math! He's also cute, so that's a plus!
Professor Castro is by far one of thee best math professor's that's out there. He truly enjoys his craft as a math professor, and takes his time with the students to make sure they understand the material. Not only that, he's so easy going and makes his classes fun. I've never gotten an A in a math class, and with him I finally got my first A!
Best professor eva
Great Professor!
Freaking amazing
I HAATTTEEEE Math But Mr Castro Made It SOOOOOO Simple. Where Was He When I Failed All My Math Classes In High School. Super Chill Professor, Does Not Add Stress To The Stress Students Already Have.
Professor Castro is the teacher to take for statistics. I am good at math but I suck at word problems and you know thats all you do in stats. However, I managed to get good grades on his Exams and get A's on all the exams. He is very helpful and you do his homework in class and also on exams he lets you use the homework even on the final.
He is a very awesome professor. Straight forward. Makes the class enjoyable and makes sure you understand the material. The homework is very accurate to what we do in class and what will be on the exams. I highly recommend his class.
Great instructor! He tries his best to keep you engaged with the material which was very appreciated by me since I took his class in the evening. He enjoys applying the math you learn in lecture to real world application. Only warning is that you will only have 8 grades: 4-exams and 4-homework. Don't blow off the homework, it almost cost me an A.
Professor Castro helps you if you ask for help. He explains everything well and if you get confused dont be afraid to ask for help. Make sure you do your homework.
Castro is few of the instructors at Valley that are very caring and respected. Math has never been my strongest subjects but with Anthony its very easy to understand it. He is very passionate about his lectures and if you don't understan he will explain until you get it or can meet at his office hours for extra help. Have taken him for all my math.
If you do all of the homework, even though it's a lot, it will help you prepare for every weekly test in summer classes. Attend the tutoring center if you have questions and you'll do great in this class. Thanks for everything Professor. Sincerely, Laverne Smith Clayton
Castro is awesome. He looks so young and he's so down to earth it's hard to call him prof. He doesn't surprise you w quizzes or exams. He's straight forward. And he teaches you the simple easy ways to work out problems, not long difficult ways. I suffer terribly in math, but I had nothing but "aha" moments. Math isn't hard or scary as I thought
Was completely terrified of taking a math class after three years but I'm so glad I chose Professor Castro. He's super knowledgeable, such a sweetheart, wants you to succceed and his teaching methods are straight forward. He doesn't bombard you with homework and even with mine being a summer class, I didn't feel overwhelmed. Would HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Anthony Castro is one of the best professors I have ever taken, his teaching style is clear and easy to understand (even for people not used to math), his grading is very clear and gives extra credit where it is due. However the most admirable quality that he has, is that he actually cares about every single one of his students.
Took this class for statistics and passed with 1 point over the maximum amount. He wrote his own lectures and homework for the entire semester because he didn't like how expensive the stats book is. He would lecture, then give time for homework at the end of class. Not only that, but he treats you like an equal, not like someone less than you.
We didn't need to buy the book and he actually writes out the notes for us. You print the notes and HW each chapter and do your homework in class. He is easy going with attendance but since the material itself is a little difficult you don't want to skip a day. He really cares about his students. Plus he's pretty handsome.
This man is awesome , convenient , lots of hw but its because he wants to understand . If you are average , ponderous, or rapid learner he is a great teacher for all. and gives extra credit for picking up Halloween candy in his office.
Explains everything very clearly. Goes beyond just teaching the math and applies it to real life. If you have a hard time learning he takes the time to go over the material until you know it.
Mr. Castro is a very good professor not only is he easy on the eye but he is very thorough on what is expected from you. Don't miss class and you will get an A. He gives time during class to work on homework so this helps as you finish homework before going home. He gives us his own version of book so no need to purchase. Great helpful professor.
Very caring and kind
He's an awesome instructor took him for 942 and taking him right now for 952. I've always had a hard time with math till I took his class. I passed with B but only because I missed a test and didn't turn in some homework. If you have a hard time with math take his class. He's the Best. I'm taking him again for 095
very patient instructor. Stays after class if we have any questions. easily reached through emails or office hours. Gives out pop quizzes but always hints out the date and topic. uses a whiteboard and works on problems with us. suggested homework problems but it's not graded. (gradequiz and exams only). took him for calc 2, 100% recommend
He is one of the best instructors here. Always makes sure you understand the lecture,and if you have any questions,he explains it to you with different examples,until you get it. His tests are fairly easy,but he is a very tough grader,checks every single detail on the test.
I have been afraid of math for a long time so I was always refusing to take math until. I met profesor Castro. I am a student who is dyslexic and have many other learning disabilities, but since I have taken Castro he has help me to learn how to love math even though I still have hard time he is always open to helping the students understand.
I took Castro for summer school and was not disappointed! He is an exceptional teacher who makes lectures fun and understandable. He is probably the only professor who gives study guides that are actually useful. He gives a lot of extra credit and is available if you need help! He is also really caring. DEFINITELY WOULD TAKE AGAIN!
Honestly one of the best math professors I have come across at San Bernardino Valley College. I am very satisfied with all the math I learned within a month of summer school. His study guides are similar to the tests, highly recommend his class! :) Great caring professor
Professor Castro is by far the BEST professor I've had. He is funny,caring, and very helpful. He makes stats easy, interesting, and really clear to understand but kinda lectures fast. His test and final are just like the study guides. I totally recommend taking him you won't regret it.
Professor Castro is an excellent teacher. He is able to teach in a way that ANYONE can understand and he really cares about your education. He ties in real world applications to the math you use which helps understand the concept. He only uses the textbook for the HW problems. He is an awesome human being and kind. Take him if you can.
YOU HAVE TO TAKE CASTROOOO FOR WHATEVER MATH CLASS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HE IS THE BEST AND TRUST ME YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He is caring and also makes math Fun!!!!! you will look forward to his class! Awesome Attitude for a professor.
Castro is the best Math instructor at Valley college i passed 942 with a B, 952 with an A and 090 with an A. I hard a hard time understanding math before Castro. When people say; you don't understand i don't get math and i never will, you can teach me as many times as you want and ill forget or wont get it. That was me too and look at me now).
NO WORDS, HE IS THE BEST MATH TEACHER.
Great teacher I would take his class again but unfortunately he is not teaching math 090.
I took Castro for differential equations and he is an amazing professor, he really makes you understand the lesson and wants you to understand. He'll give many different examples and doesn't mind if he has to repeat it until everyone understands. I would definitely recommend him.
HE IS THE BEST TEACHER I HAVE EVER HAD!!!!! I used to hate math but he makes it really fun and look forward to it. He makes it really easy and interesting. I took him for 952
Perfect teacher for math/science/engineering majors! The math you'll do will prepare you for many future classes. He is a lot of help just ask him and he will be glad to show you a thing or two! He also drop the lowest exam and they're mostly all take-home. I recommend him big time!
Great teacher super nice guy his lessons really teach you how to do the math problems needed to pass teaches each chapter well great lectures all around awesome professor
easy class, quick lectures so if you understand it you can leave, but if you don't understand something you can stay and he'll help you out. I suck at math and I got 100% cause of the extra credit on tests and he made it easy to understand the material.
I am defiantly not a math person, but with professor Castro I didnt have to worry. In fact, his way of teaching is very clear and if you get lost do not hesitate to ask for help.
Castro really tries to get you to understand the math and make it relatable.
you get alot of homework, but the due dates are reasonable. he is very easy to connect with and he knows how to make things basic and easy to understand. i HATE math but it's not so bad with this professor. If you can take him on any of your classes, He'd better be your first choice.
Not much people like math but professor Castro made me enjoy learning it! Hes an awesome professor. He breaks down problems and shows you easy, effortless shortcuts. He really cares about his students. Does offer a lot of h.w but its easy if you follow along! Stays after lecture if you need help. Gives extra credit as well.
If you ever have the opportunity to take him, do it. Hes truly the best math professor EVER (and I cannot stress that enough). He genuinely cares for students. Hes very lenient & teaches very well. You do the homework in class (which really helped). All of his study guides mimics his exams. Youre literally in good hands with him. Take him!
Mr. Castro is the best professor I've had so far! He is clear and teaches in a way that makes you understand better. He's fun and easy-going as well. If I could take classes from him in every subject for every class I needed, I would!
Prof. Castro is the best math professor I've ever had. I took his 2019 summer school class and was worried because it was an accelerated course. Well, I was wrong. There was definitely nothing to worry about. He teaches simple methods and helps you in the manner that YOU learn. Not the way other professors demand you learn. Castro is the way to go.
Best professor ever!!!!Best lectures best professor all I can say!!!!
Great professor I would take him again. He explains the material well but of course you need to put in the work. takes time to explain the material. cares about his students. very easy going. no book needed. allows you to make up a test in case you were absent. not extra credit offered but he is not difficult. its an easy pass. He does study guides
We ended up going to an online version of the class because of COVID-19. He changed books when we went online and he seemed to just read straight off his notes (both before and after). Also he ignored a lot of my emails asking for help and when he did "help" he said that it is a hard section 10/10 would not recommend
Super cool dude. Worst professor ever. Inconsistent grading. Only spends one hour in the class when the lecture time is scheduled for two hours. Didn't teach from the book required for the course, so you're forced to learn entirely from his notes, which contradict the book you buy and physics courses. Have to re-teach myself the entire course.
Castro made transition to online classes very smooth. Lectures were very easy to follow, he writes his owns notes to apply math to real life and prepares his students for University. I feel like if you watch the videos and put a little bit of effort you can get a good grade in this class. Realistically this class prepares you for university.
Castro is honestly one of the best professors at SBVC. The homework and tests are easy. I definitely recommend to take his class !!!
Awesome professor!!! Made Stats very enjoyable. Very nice guy and super easy to talk to. Dont be afraid to ask questions, he is very willing to help. I would highly recommend to take him for Statistics.
Professor Castro is such an amazing professor. I took him online due to COVID for the summer, his lectures are straight to the point, he explains what is important, and is very clear. I enjoyed his online class, I will admit I was a little scared taking Stats online because I am not a math person, but he really made it so easy to understand.
I took Professor Castro during COVID-19, fall 2020 online. HE IS THE BEST. Go to his office hours. He takes his time to explain, he is caring, and you learn a lot from his video lectures. I was scared of taking Multivariable Calc but he made it make sense, fun, applicable. HW was a good amount to supplement tests. 4 exams. 2-3 sections HW per week
Loved this professor. I was nervous about taking math online. He has recorded lectured which aid in viewing them on your own time. His homework is created by him. You will need to print and turn in. Tests are also made. Same as homework. It was extremely easy. Watch lectures and do your work. You will get an A. Has meetings if help is needed.
I took professor Castro in the Spring of 2019. Best decision I ever made. From the start I was learning and retaining all the material because he has a smooth method of teaching and if you don't understand something he will clarify. He will dismiss class early but stays until the end if anyone wants to stay and ask questions or needs extra help.
Barely passed with an A but trust me TAKE ALL YOUR MATH IN SBVC WITH HIM. 4 Exams, 1 final, 7 chapters (roughly 1-3 HW assignments per chapter). Drops the lowest test. Gives you 10 attempts on HW (Super lenient). Study guide before test, lectures are very detailed (Provides lives demos & PDF). Go to his office hours, very helpful. Would take again.
Super easy class. Take it! He gives easy to understand lectures and little homework. Anyone can pass this class honestly as long as you pay close attention to his lectures. Honestly, it is so easy. Exams are easy. Amazing class will definitely take again.
One of the best professors Ive had, especially online. He always provided video lectures that were easy to understand as well as notes for each chapter. The video lectures were around 30-40 minutes long but they really helped me understand the material. Tests were also very simple as long as you watched the lectures.
Definitely take Professor Castro! He makes life so much easier. I was no math person, but now I am. He breaks the material down for everyone to fully understand. Very passionate too. We need more professors like Castro.
Professor Castro is a great teacher. If you have trouble with a subject after watching the lecture, go to office hours. He's very good at one on one instruction and making complicated subjects simple. He really cares about his students and is nice to a fault. Can't recommend him enough.
Professor Castro was a great online teacher. Easy to access when needing help and willing to help when needed. He was very organized with the process of the class, as well as homework and modules. He's grading was very clear and simple. If you review the lectures and notes, homework and exams will be passable. Definitely recommended.
Professor Castro is the best math instructor I've had while at Valley. He was always in a great mood, and made complicated subjects easy to grasp. You can tell when a professor loves their job and professor Castro definitely loves teaching. He explains everything concisely, and if students do not understand will explain it in a different way.
Professor Castro's lessons are relatable to everyday life, and he is very thorough when he gives explanations. He is very easy to understand and comprehend in my opinion. Math has always been a huge stress to me and for the first time I had confidence with this subject. I highly recommend Professor Castro if you have struggled in math like me!
I haven't taken a math class in over 10 years and I also did not do well in high school. I was extremely nervous to take an online 4-week statistics course, but Professor Castro was amazing! He articulated his lectures through videos and PowerPoints so well that I got a 98%! if you're nervous about taking a math course TAKE IT WITH PROF. CASTRO!!!
Definitely take professor Castro if you want an A. I took his class online for summer and go an A. Very easy to keep up and he gives you all the material you need to pass
Genius respected instructor. What he teaches is EXACTLY what will be on the exams. He does not confuse people with questions on exams how other professors do because he wants u to understand the material. Please do not be afraid. Take him if u want to be better at math & want to pass. Guarantee u will pass because u WILL understand the material.
I'm glad to say this class was WAYYY TOO Easyyy, I Never Ever Like Math, but after i took his Class i felt Smart. If you are struggling in math this teacher is for YOU. Just follow along with the video Notes with your homework for sure you will pass all the exams just follow the step and you will definitely succeed i wish i had him in high school
if you're struggling in Math this is the professor to take, I am a returning student from 8yrs I've always had trouble with math in middle and high school and Memory. college math was a Big Fear for me. the notes and video notes help a lot with homework and exam he breaks it down for your understanding. No need to fear or be nervous you can relax
Easiest math class for sure. The video notes are very helpful and well understood. multiple questions on the homework and exams. To be honest an average 10th grader can pass this class. Take Castro!!!
Professor Castro made everything easy to understand. I'm not a math person but the way that he was teaching every lecture based on real life experiences. Homework and exams every week. His lectures are on point. Excel is a must. Overall amazing Professor.
Take his class! He creates his own lectures & quizzes, gives you several attempts at the homework. As long as you watch his lectures & take good notes you'll be great. If you ever have any doubts or need further explaining meet with him during his office hours. Makes everything very clear.
Castro's lectures were short and easy to follow along! His tests are EVERYTHING that are on the practice exams! Materials were easy to understand! Overall, if stats is not your thing? Take Castro! He makes everything super easy to understand! You should not take longer than 2 hours for his assignments!
Professor Castro's MATH108 class was a breeze! With engaging video lectures and well-structured homework, even a math-phobe like me was able to ace the exams. unstuck ai was also super helpful for quick concept reviews.
His slides and YouTube channel are direct and to the point. Very helpful in understanding the material and uses helpful life examples that demonstrate the subject with finances and nursing. A couple assignments due every Sunday that are 20 questions the most for each assignment and the usual rate of exams, like 3 or 4. Great Professor.
If you have the opportunity to take his class, take it! He breaks down everything into simple steps that anyone can understand! I'm not a math person, but every assignment we had with 10-20 questions was a breeze. The lectures were engaging and straightforward! I hope in the future he teaches calculus!
Hella easy I had a memory and learning disability I passed the class hella easy just do your homework with the video and you be fine too easy a 9th grader can pass this class real talk
I would defiantly take this professor again if I could! If you watch his videos while doing the homework's and quizzes you'll pass to! He breaks everything down and does his best to compare math statics to real world life like finance's, credit scores, and so much more. Great Professor and just overall amazing!
This is the best professor I have ever had!! He replies to messages quickly. This class is self passed and all the assignments are assigned at once. You can finish this course weeks in advance because of this. His videos are helpful. Take his class!!
I took Math 120, and let me tell you, one of the best online classes. The video lectures are not long or boring, straight to the point, and you can definitely use his PDF notes for quizzes and finals highly recommend him, and he reaches out right away.
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
53%
Textbook Required
2%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A-
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Stable
-0.03 avg changeRatings by Course
MATH095
5.0
(21)MATH52
5.0
(1)MAT52
5.0
(1)MATH090
5.0
(7)MATH102
5.0
(6)Difficulty by Course
STATS5220
4.0
MATH252
3.8
MATH266
3.8
MATH52
3.0
MATH962
3.0