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“I've never struggled with math until I took this class”
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MATH146
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Reviews (87)
best math teacher i ever had. he explains everything clearly and simple. he made me understand math and was very very helpful. teaching is great. take him you wont regret it.
best math teacher i ever had, i thought glendale had no math teachers that can teach. but along came melikian and math was great. i never worked study hard because he taught math so well, it stick to you. take him for math you wont regret it.
More than half the class dropped. Extremely rude and discouraging. Loves it when students drop. I am a 4.0 student, now begging to pull off at least a C in this class. Biggest regret of my life. Avoid him as much as you can! DO NOT TAKE HIM!
HARDEST TESTS EVERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
for 146 he was great , I don't know about the higher levels, but for that level perfect teacher, you will learn the material in the class, not too much homework to do at home because u already learned everything in the class
do not take him for math 110. tests were ridiculous, went through the material wayy to fast to even understand what the hell was even going on. If you have taken this course before, then it will be easy for you. If you are just learning math i highly suggest you choice a different professor.
This is a very hard class! Tests are extremely difficult! Do all your homework, attend every class and participate and he will pass you. As long as he sees you put in effort he will go above and beyond to help you pass the class. Im awful at math and should have failed but passed with a C because I put in effort. He's very funny and likeable.
Awesome teacher!!! He warns you to show up to class, asks questions, and gives hints on whats gonna be on the test. If you study, which you should, its easy. Theres no shortcuts just study!!!! And hes funny in a sarcastic way. You ask for help and he will be more than willing to explain it to you!
He is kind of hard-work guy, and he tries as much as he can to get the student understand the problems in math, just pay attention on his class u will get B for sure.
He is not a very good teacher. He purposely gives you the easy examples in the book and then he chooses the hard problems for his exams. I advice you to stay away from his class. It's not worth risking your GPA
He was a good teacher. He makes sure that you are prepared for the final. He helps you out with all the problems, and makes sure that you understand. It is a hard class, but with studying you will for sure pass the class with a C. But if you're looking for an easy class this is not for you.
If your taking this guy for pre-calc, forget about it. unless you've taken the course before, or are really and i mean REALLYYY good at the subject. hist tests are next to impossible, most of the class failed the first one. course goes by very fast, you'll cover 2 whole chapters a day and each test includes ALL of the previous chapters
Best math prof I've ever had in my life. Explains everything,. True he's fast but that's what's the course's about.He's funny and keeps the class going. dont hesitate to go to the board and work out problems. his tests are easy if you go with his flow and do the examples. I loved his class and would definitely take him for higher classes. SINDURA
This class in general is just hard. He's an okay teacher but rushes through most of the material. He also skips toooo many steps when he's doing problems on the board. The good thing is most of his test questions are from the book examples. He tends to be very discouraging right before a test so you have to learn to tune him out.
He's a nice man, but he uses the examples from the book and gives hard problems on the tests. He never assigns homework, which is horrible because it would've helped you understand the lessons at home. You must teach yourself, because he doesn't help much. Don't take him if you value good grades.
Ok this class was HARD!!! The amount that I spent studying for Math 101 is ridiculous...However, the tests are difficult but if you survive all the way to the final, he gaurantees that you will pass the common final exam...he was right, who ever lasted till the end got a B and so did I!!! Freaken hilarious little dude, he makes me crack up lol
He is a good person! he knows exactly the capability of the student. If he knows your aren't going to pass the class he wont baby you and surprise you at the end. The only reason his tests are so hard is because the district final you get at the end that you NEED to pass is hard as well, and his tests prepare you for it.
I don't usually write a comment on ratemyprofessor, but he is a very bad teacher who shouldn't be teaching. His attitude towards students are not acceptable as a teacher...Instead of trying to help the students, he makes mockery out of them in front of the class.
Statistics is a hard and challenging subject. However, professor Melikian is really helpful and friendly (amazing human being GBY). You can always ask him questions, he will be happy to help you. There sould be a lot of time dedicated to this course. There are total of 6 tests including midterm and final, and also 10% of the grade is from homework.
He does everything to help his students pass. People please understand that Statistics is not an easy course, and don't expect an easy A. It's all about the effort you put in. I studied many hours and even though I loved his teaching methods, I am glad that I am done with this course. Good luck with the course, and ask questions if you need help.
He is an amazing teacher. Very helpful! He explains the material many times in order to help his students to understand. Fair grader! Very educated and talented person. I really enjoyed his class during this summer. I wish I could take more classes with him. Thanks professor Melikian. You made this hard class much easier and enjoyable. Gohar!
He is very good at what he is doing, very intelligent and educated. Professor Melikian is beyond fair in his grading and his main goal is to actually teach you stats. Some people think that he is rude but he is actually compassionate and caring. If you work hard he will reward you. That being said, it is not an easy class. You need to work.
I now study at Cal Poly, but my summer Statistics class with Ara Melikian will remain the best class I ever take. Professor Melikian is a great man and a superb professor; he has absolute command of the subject and made it absolutely approachable. The class was very intense, but the students who stayed and worked hard achieved true mastery. Do it.
An absolute gem. By far my most favorite professor because, for the first time, I saw a professor who was not only brilliant, but had such a caring and kind heart. Truly fought to make sure no student failed the course. Look no further than professor Melikian.
He explains every thing clearly and he makes sure that everybody understands the lecture before moving on. He is one of the best math instructors I have had in GCC.
By far worst math class I've taken. Tests are so short you miss one question, you lose a lot of points. Moves through lectures so fast, you don't even get a second to process what you just learned. Lectures are just him reading the example probs from the book. would not recommend
Best professor ever! I've never met a teacher who would care about his students as much as Mr. Melikian did. He was doing everything in his power to help all the students pass the class. Caring, helpful, funny, always there to help you. Take Mr. Melikian and you won't regret for sure.
He's a GREAT teacher! He wants you to do well. Let him help you! In general, stats is challenging. Ask for help. Ask questions during class. He is patient, kind, & very knowledgeable. I panicked so many times but he helped me understand. Try & you will do well. The people complaining are just whining. This is college. You have to make an effort.
Statistics is hard and you will have to put in work for an A in this class. Professor Melikian is hilarious and caring, and encourages students to ask questions so they're prepared for his tests (all written tests, does not use StatCrunch). You do have to study to do well in this class and that comes with attending all the lectures.
He is such a nice statistic professor. he helps you to understand the concept. He listens and cares about every one
I wish I could give him 100 stars. The best and understanding professor. He helps you to understand everything. Two of my friends have stat with other prof but they are not satisfied but in our class everyone thanked him. Recommended for sure.
Best professor ever. His tests are the same that he solves them on the board. He gives extra credit. You listen to him and get an A
I've never struggled with math until I took this class. I'm passing with a C, before the final, only because I taught myself this entire semester. Lectures, homework, and book don't even match up to each other. He thinks he's teaching a class of engineering students but most of us just need this class to transfer. Avoid taking him.
Prof Melikian is a very nice and respectful person. He teaches a little fast, but if you ask a question, he will stop and try to make it simple so you understand the problem. I am not a math fan, but I really enjoyed his class.
Never recommend. He doesnt teach just read from the book. One week before exam he informs you the exam will be from other book. You paid for the first one and before exam he changes. Tough grader.
He is way so good. His lectures are completely understanding. However t is a hard course, he tries his best to make it really clear and simple. You may panic the very first week, but after that, you will see how it gets easier. His tests are all from the book examples. No homework. One project which is a piece of cake. Funny class.
His final exam for statistics feels like an episode of Black Mirror. 4 exams are reasonable. Final exam impossible & weighted heavily. Focus on deep understanding of probability. He cuts class short and doesn't spend time to make sure we truly understand what he wants us to know. Disappointed in him as a teacher, as his personality is lovely.
Amazing professor. He helps students to earn a good grade. Grading is fair andTests are not very difficult just study the examples of the book and you are fine. What i really like about him is that he understands that not everyone is good at math so he helps students a lot. Highly recommended.
Great instructor. He tells you what to prepare and all of the test questions are from either the material he covered during his lectures or from the book examples he went over. Take notes during class and review them heavily before exams. Review book examples also and ask questions, he is very helpful and loves to help. Funny and friendly too.
Mr Melikian is an excellent teacher. He takes his time to explain every example in the book. You can meet with him after class if you have problems. He is a caring professor and very helpful. The course is very difficult and you have to put in a lot of time. the course is not for faint hearted or for people looking for an easy course.
Professor was really good. Our whole class just liked him. Just make sure to do the homework and you will be fine. The class itself is little difficult but he understands us and helps during the tests.
Actually took him for 136 statistics but it wasn't one of the option I could click. He is a great teacher. His ultimate goal is for us to learn and pass the class. I know people say he seems to rush through the subject but that is because the subject is very dense and the pace is required. However if you ask questions he will slow down and help.
Math is definitely my weakest subject but professor Melikian teaches in a way that makes math more understandable and less stressful. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a good math professor.
Professor Melikian is a good person but a little unorganized. If you are good at math then this class will be very easy . If not then you will struggle.
Mr. Melikian is a wonderful teacher that makes you understand Mathematics. I recommend him but you have to work in order to pass.
I have never been the greatest at math and I was pretty scared to go into the course. I took him for math 30+ and math 136. He is one of the best professors Ive had overall. He truly cares for his students and wants them to be successful. Pay attention in class do the homework and youll be okay.
Professor Melikian is the most understanding and kind Professor at GCC. Math is in general a tougher subject for most students but he definitely makes the class very easy to understand. He will support the students with all of his power, and makes sure that everyone does great!
He wants you to pass man, ive seen so many professors who are so stingy and disrespectful to students that they ruin good professors name. Professor Melikian is the best and very passionate about the students. He will help you with anything you need. Recommended thank you Professor!
Math overall is not an easy subject but Professor Melikian wants you to succeed and will help if you ask. Don't know my grade yet, but definitely recommend! Do the work and you will be successful.
Prof Melikian wants every student to pass and he will curve/give partial credit as much as he can. He is very patient and will answer all questions. Sometimes the wording of exams can be really confusing, and other times the questions are literally straight from the book. Despite doing all the hw I didn't always feel prepared for the exams.
Great professor, took him for math 30 and 136 and he is great. He wants you to pass so he will help you a lot. He is great at explaining everything.
This is my first math class online this year. I really thought I was going to fail, but Professor Melikian was amazing. Tests can be sometimes difficult, but if you listen to his lectures you will understand. He is very caring, he wants all his students to pass. Homeworks were not too much. Amazing teacher! Take him! Math 90+ was a success!
Professor Melikian is the greatest math teacher I have ever had. Words cant explain how amazing and great he is He is more than just a math teacher. He is very funny He will make sure you understand ALL the concepts before moving on and will help you if you ask. Pay attention from the start do not slack ask questions and participate. remote class
He is the worlds worst professor. I studied for hours and failed the test. He is angry and short tempered. He is unforgiving for microphone problems during attendance and threatens to drop students all the time. Very hostile teaching would not recommend. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS UNLESS YOU PREFER TO FAIL!!!
He really wants his students to do well. very patient teacher. does a lot of examples and very approachable. I recommend him.
The course was very hard and intense. He allowed us to answer 8 out of 10 questions in most tests Gave us extra credit. He did a lot of examples to help us understand. I highly recommend him.
He is a good, caring teacher. Most of the tests are very similar to the examples in the book. If you don't understand something, you can ask him as many times as you want. He will repeat until you understand. I highly recommend him.
Never ever ever ever think about taking one of his classes. He is the worst math teacher I have ever had. Half of his students have failed because he is unwilling to teach and usually only likes one kid in the class. Very very very discouraging and never answers your questions. Makes sarcastic jokes at people in front of the whole class. AWFUL!!!!!
He will explain the topic and repeat it until you understand it. He explains the topic very clearly using the examples in the book. review the tests, and tell you where you went wrong. I highly recommend him. Mr. Melikian made sure that we were ready for all the tests.
Math 136 was really difficult. He took the time to explain and gave lots of examples. Very caring and kind. Math is not my favorite subject. If it wasn't for him, I probably would not have passed the class. Do your homework, Ask, him to explain again when you don't understand, study for the tests and you will pass the class.
Really good teacher. Explains the material as many times as you want. uses lots of examples. All of the tests comes from Examples and homework. The course is difficult but if you study you will pass. If you are looking for an easy class and not to study don't take this class.
Math 136 is a really difficult subject. All the questions are word problems. but he gave us choices in the tests, which made the tests a lot easier. He also always gives us extra time and in the last test he gave us extra credit. I recommend this teacher.
He really helped us with the tests. He gave us extra time. He helped clarify the questions during the tests. He gave us options in the tests. I recommend him.
Best teacher ever. very caring. went out of his way to make sure that we were ready for the tests. even helped me to understand a question during the test. He curved all the tests.
He is a really caring teacher. He teaches the class by going over the examples in the book and his own. You can ask him as many times as you want and he will explain. I meet with him during office hours and even after office hours. He will make sure you are ready for the tests. I wish all my teachers were as caring as him.
Good teacher, lots of examples, prepared us really well for the tests, quick to respond, extra time for tests, extra credit questions. would see us even before or after office hours. I highly recommend him.
He explains very clearly with lots of examples.lots of extra credit.generous marker and very caring.he gave us extra time for homework.reviewed for tests and we went over the tests.the course is difficult.but if you study you will pass.I wish all my teachers were like him If you want to understand, pass math 136 you need to take the class with him.
Will teach class and expect you to take notes of every single thing he talks about. If you aren't a good note taker, don't take this class!! You have to rely on the notes you take in class in order to complete the heavy work load. Although, he will give you enough time to complete it. Tests make up most of the grades, so studying is very important!
He is an amazing professor. He made a very difficult subject understandable through lots of examples and extra credit for for every test. gave us extra time for homework. made the tests identical to the questions in homework and book examples. If you want to study and pass you should take him.
He goes out of his way to help. gives you an opportunity to improve your test score trough extra credit. makes the tests easy and from the book and prepares you well for the tests and the final. really a good teacher.
I had to withdraw for personal reason. He is a good teacher and very caring. Tried to help me on several occasions with homework, tests. I would take him again.
I really liked having this professor. He is very helpful, caring and ensures you understand the material before moving forward w other chapters. He appreciates when students participate. If you don't understand something that's being taught, be sure to ask. The material is hard so study. He wants his students to pass.
Math 136+ is really dificult. Mr Melikian explained the lessons really well. He used lots of examples from the book and outside the book. He gave us extra credit questions as well as assignment. He curved our grades. He reviewed the test material before and after the test. I recommend him with high regards.
Unfortunately, I had to drop. But he explained very well with lots of examples. He also tried to clarify the questions during the tests.
took this class a while back and i'm shocked to see the reviews he has. hes AWFUL. his classes never clarify anything from the lessons because he is completely unwilling to go through examples or help his students, and majority of the class fails/ gets bad grades (which is something i am not willing to risk). RUN AWAY. don't fall for the reviews!!!
These reviews are so misleading. By far the worst experience with a prof I've ever had. So discouraging, he says how hard the course is, but never once used full class time. What he did shouldn't be considered teaching, a pathetic excuse for a professor. Never walked the class through on how to solve a problem, all he did was read off the book.
Don't take this class if you don't want to study. The course is tough. He not only does all the examples in the book, he also makes up his own examples. He gives you a choice of questions in the tests and you can do any 8 or 9 out of 10. He is also very flexible with homework. I highly recommend him.
the grades people put on these reviews speak for themselves. 0/10 don't take him
The review from May 28th is so clearly from the professor. That's hilarious, he did not give extra credit, nor did we have group projects, NOR was he caring. I would say stick to teaching instead of writing your own reviews, but you can't even do that right.
Mr. Melikian is a very old school teacher. He explains the examples from the book, gives the examples or homework questions on the exams and often times helps you out during the exam. Do the homework. Participate in class and on your own time. The material is on you to learn.
Statistics isn't easy, but Professor Melikian makes it manageable. He explains things clearly and makes sure you understand before moving on. He's very understanding and always willing to help. If you put in the effort, stay focused in class, and ask question when needed, you'll feel supported and succeed in the class.
Melikian was literally the epitome of an armenian dad, loved him. He tried his best to make sure everyone passed and was very graceful with his grading. Very sarcastic but straightforward. Make sure to study and do hw to ensure a good grade. grade is based off 5 exams including final. one project which is 50% of the hw grade. 10/10 would take again
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The worst professor I've ever had. Took him last spring and still regret it. No statcrunch is used EVERYTHING done by hand which is ridiculous. One problem takes you 20 min with the way he teaches. Absolutely treacherous could not recommend any less. Took with another professor and got an A in the class and understood the material unlike with him.
SO WORTH IT PLZ GET HIM AS US STATS PROFF. for online class, u had three tests and two in person (midterm/final). he curves a lot and he even said for my midterm, this is what he said "i curved the curved and gave as many extra points as i can" just do ur work, tests are all example q's and make sure u study a lot. very caring, loved him, sarcastic
Mr. Melikian is a kind and caring. He explains the material very clear and the tests are not too hard if you pay attention and do the work. He also makes sure everyone has a fair chance to pass and also gives so many extra credits. Definitely take him.
Professor Melikian is one of the good GCC math professors! I didn't pass the class but Professor M gave me a opportunities (with curves) to pass and provided as much help as he could. You can tell he truly wants his students to pass. Tests based off book examples! Practice the book! Pay attention during class and you will be fine.
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
100%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
B+
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Improving
+0.31 avg changeRatings by Course
MATH146
5.0
(3)MATH141
5.0
(3)MATH90
5.0
(3)STATC1000E
5.0
(2)MATH30
4.7
(3)Difficulty by Course
MATHMATH
5.0
MATH110
4.4
MATH141
4.3
MATH101
3.8
MATH100
3.8