3.1

Ashraful Chowdhury

Computer Science - Georgia State University Perimeter College - Decatur

3.1
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
53%
Would Retake
91
Reviews
3.1
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
3.2
Helpful
3.0
Clarity

53%

Would Retake

91

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

if you go to his office hours hes really snobby

1111 - 2.0 rating

He is very really great lec for MATH 1001

MATH1001 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

91%

Textbook Required

22%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 24 reported grades
Not sure yet: 6
B: 5
A+: 5
A: 3
Common Tags
Lots of homework (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
Caring (4)
EXTRA CREDIT (3)
Gives good feedback (3)
Clear grading criteria (3)
Tough Grader (3)
TEST HEAVY (3)
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Reviews (91)
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CSCI1300
Jul 18, 2003

This professor gave us a dying language to learn in 6 days, and it was C++. He was no help, refer to my notes was all he offered, and half of the notes were missing!

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CSCI1300
Nov 5, 2003

This guy was awful!!! Absolutly NO HELP!! Wouldnt give me the time of day! If you need to raise your blood pressure, take this guy!

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CSCI1300
Feb 9, 2004

Taught us C++ so when I got into 1301 I had nothing to go on in JAVA. He sort of knows what he is talking about. Moves quickly. Expects you to know everything.

3.0
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ATEC1203
Apr 12, 2004

Very good if you already know what you are doing in word processing. Definitely picks his fave students.

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CSCI1300
May 11, 2004

No Comments

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CSCI1301
May 15, 2004

It's not easy to pass his class with an A. His labs require detail works and are very hard if you don't know the material (6 hours require each week to finish his labs). And his lectures are boring, and he doesn't have enough flexible office hours.

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COMP
Jun 10, 2004

Online class was really hard. Must learn C++ and he is no help. Advises to go to computer lab but, they are no help either. FELT LOST!!! Had to get a GA State C++ professor to tutor me.

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CSCI1300
Jul 13, 2004

He sucks, he don't teach

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CSCI1301
Jul 14, 2004

I had him for a hybrid course and I got an "A" because I busted my tail and earned it. The toughest part about his class is the participation: it is required! He is helpful...but won't give the exact answer!

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ATEC1203
Jul 16, 2004

If you want an easy A, take him a half semester. I took him this summer and I got the easiest A in my life!HE has a cold attitude,talks very quickly and doesnt really care about your questions. But still u can get the easiest A ever in Atec 1203!

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ATEC1203
Jul 20, 2004

The class is fairly easy. He seems to have sort of a short fuse, though. I asked him a question about something and he acted like I was challenging him or something and I was just confused about an assignment. Take the half-mester. It goes by pretty q

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ATEC1203
Sep 9, 2004

Has a bad attitude!Does not teach,expects 1 to already know the material,THATS WHY WE R IN THE CLASS!If we knew it already we wouldnt need to be there.

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CSCI1300
Oct 19, 2004

i have a 3.7 gpa, have made the dean's list twice, have never previously dropped a class, and still talk to many of my previous professors like they're friends. i had to drop chowdhury's class because he was so boring i couldn't pass. bring a pillow to class.

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ATEC
Oct 31, 2004

he is mean and tells you if you dont know something then ask your class mate the class is easy cause you do basic stuff on the computer but if you take this class DONT talk to him cause he got a bad attitude and is REAL hard to understand hes chinese, asian or somthin

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CSCI1300
Nov 8, 2004

Horrible teacher, Tries to do a chapter a day and doesn't explain things correctly but still holds you liable!

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CSCI1300
Nov 10, 2004

The worse professor ever! Horrible teacher, doesn't his own subject. Complete moron!

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4.0
CSI1301
Nov 16, 2004

thats right ..!! dont take him

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CSCI1300
Nov 22, 2004

Doesn't speak good english. Won't answer your questions when you ask. TERRIBEL EXPERIENCE WITH HIM.

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CSI1300
Dec 2, 2004

this man dont know what he is talking about ...plz take him if u want F .

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CSCI1300
Dec 7, 2004

Needs to take English class himself before teaching another class. He'll destroy any interest you had in computers. Once on a project he told us what to do for bonus points. Hardly anyone went for the bonus and he decided the "bonus" was a requirement and everyone got points deducted. RIDICULOUS!!

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CSC1300
Dec 9, 2004

He is really cool teacher! All his quizzez and tests are straight from the study guide. He is easy and helpful too! I would take him again. He is highly recommended!

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CSCI1300
Dec 9, 2004

He is not very articulate. His english sounds like a different language. He has a superior attitude and is not very helpful. I don't recommmend him to anyone.

3.0
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CSCI1301
Dec 10, 2004

He's not really this bad, his test come right from notes and lecture. The material is hard by itself.

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CSCI13011401
Dec 15, 2004

Chowdhury is a decent teacher. He does give a good bit of work though. And I have to agree with the comment that he does pick his favorite students. Luckly I was one of them.

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CSI1300
Grade: B
Dec 22, 2004

No Comments

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1300
Jan 7, 2005

Great professor! Straight forward and easy on the gpa. Just do your work to the best of your ability and you will do fine. Tests are directly from his study guides. Anyone who says he is a bad instructor never cracked the book or studied the notes he gives. Take him! I understood him easily.

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CSI1301
Jan 12, 2005

Ohh ... dont take him . he does not know what he is talking about ...plz dont take him he is just JEARK and RUDE teacher.

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ATEC1203
Mar 19, 2005

easy class (atec1203) basically there is 5 assingments and no test. He will give you a chance to fix your mistakes so an A is guarateed if you do the work. only possible grade is A or F and there is no reason why you should get an F if you do the work.

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ATECH1203
Mar 31, 2005

VERY, VERY EASY. NO TESTS, ONLY 5 ASSIGNMENTS, NO ATTENDENCT POLICY, LETS YOU FIX YOUR PROBLEMS, U CAN WORK ON THE ASSIGNMENTS IN CLASS. THE ASSIGNMENTS ARE VERY VERY EASY. NO WAY TO GET ANYTHING BUT AN "A". MOST LAYED BACK CLASS EVEY.

5.0
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MATH111
Apr 1, 2005

I am currently taking his half semester Math 1111 course, he is a awsome teacher, very easy, explains everything, funny, helpful. After the first test he said that he will add 3 points just like that and also he gives us a lot of tests, extra credit, a lot of chances to get an A in Math

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COMSCI
Apr 14, 2005

dont take his calss unless u want F in ur cours !!!!!

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CSCI1300
May 6, 2005

Easy class. Tests and quizzes covered the stuff in the notes he gives and was rarely difficult. Those complaining of problems in the CSCI classes should probably learn a bit more about computing before taking CSCI. Compared to classes in a 4-year school, his CS classes are a breeze.

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MATH1111
Jun 15, 2005

Great Teacher! I dropped 1101 with a "C" and then took half sem. w/ Chowdury/1111. He made things much clearer. I got an "A". Great sense of humor, helpful and kind. Please no childish nonsense. It is annoying to us all! He wants to teach, not babysit. Be respectful and he will bend over backwords to help you out! Would love to take him again.

5.0
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COMPUTER
Aug 17, 2005

HIs very hot

4.0
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ATEC1203
Aug 18, 2005

EASY CLASS! I took the half semester course and it was so easy. There is no attendece policy. You can do all the assignments the 1st day of class and turn them in and you are done. Make sure you bring a floppy! TAKE!

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ATEC
Aug 21, 2005

I think he's ok but it seems that he doesn't care about his students. However, i made an A in his class so what i want more?

5.0
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CSI1301
Oct 31, 2005

he made sure that everyone had a good grasp on the material before moving on.

5.0
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MATH0097
Grade: B
Dec 14, 2005

He is an excellent professor, very intelligent and knows how to impact knowledge to his students.He is very patient and explains the course material clearly. He is the best Math teacher I have ever had. I recommend him to every stuident

5.0
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MATH097
Dec 17, 2005

Mr.C is AWESOME. He is passionate about making sure his students succeed. I was apprehensive about mastering Algebra, but he explained step by step, and he even stayed after class sometimes to ensure students understood a Math problem. He expects his students to fully participate in class and work hard, and he will give you 110%. Enjoyed his class!

5.0
2.0
MATH0097
Jan 8, 2006

This professor is a caring individual who will go to great lengths to make sure that his students understand a math problem. He will even stay behind after class with students who may have questions. He is thorough, but fair. Since taking his class, I am beginning to enjoy Math. Take his class - you will be glad you did.

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1300
Jan 9, 2006

If you know what your are supposed to do as a student, this is the right prof. to take. He simplifies the work load.His slides summerizes the book.For an assured easy A by just a little bit effort, I would strongly advice you take him.

2.0
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ATEC1203
Apr 5, 2006

I hate this class. This is the second worst class I have taken this semester. This is one of the most difficult classes ever. There needs to be SIX teachers teaching this class at once. I hate ATEC!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
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CSCI1300
Apr 25, 2006

I took his class fall semester 2005. It was an easy A. If you just study the information he provides to you; there isnt any excuse to get an A. Just dont procrastinate and if you dont get the labs; network with other ppls; then if you still dont get; ask professor Chowdhury. Take my advice and you may get an A at least you should pull a B. Its on u

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ENGL0099
May 4, 2006

Mr.Chowdury is at times vague,but if the student does all of his or her assignments effectively, and attends class, they will definitely pass this course. Overall this class was easy because if the student knows how to type and work on powerpoint, they will make an A in the class.

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CSCI1300
May 10, 2006

He's the man for this class! But like any other class, dedication and and quest for knowledge are the keys sucess. So sign up for his class and enjoy the course.

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CSCI1300
May 11, 2006

This class is very easy for anyone who has a bit knowledge about computer. The professor is very nice helpful and accessible for additional help in the lab. He is always prepared for every class and has good notes for every chapter. Making an A is easy if you do all the labs.

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CSCI
May 15, 2006

The professor is very nice helpful and accessible for additional help in the lab. He is always prepared for every class and has good notes for every chapter. Making an A is easy if you do all the labs.

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MATH0097
Jun 26, 2006

I haven't been in school for 6 years, but this professor really helped me out a lot. He's patient and helpful. Looking past the language barrier, he's a great professor!!!

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CSCI1300
Aug 10, 2006

Very good ... challenges you to think and problem solve on your own ... an enjoyable class

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CSCI1111
Aug 22, 2006

AWESOME! And very helpful he is a fantastic teacher...and very funny. One of my favorite college professors! His class is not hard...if you deserve an A you will get an A! Likewise with an F! but YOU WILL GET AN A! great class...fun and learned a lot!

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CSCI1300
Aug 22, 2006

Brilliant MAN!

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MATH1111
Aug 22, 2006

No Comments

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CSCI1300
Nov 3, 2006

It's not really a hard class, if you go to class, take good notes, and do all your work than you should come with atleast a B. However, if you have absoluelty no interest in computer nor have any basic knowledge than maybe this class is not for you.

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MATH1111
Nov 17, 2006

He is generally a nice person! But if you plan to take this course, dont take this professor! He expects you to know everything and his accent is thick! i personally had to drop this class because i didnt understand anything that he was teaching!

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MATH0097
Nov 20, 2006

This professor was very helpful, very funny. If you plan to take this class - stay a chapter ahead of him, you will breeze through this class. I'm upset he is not teaching Math0098. He is a UNIQUE Instructor. vb

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MATH1111
Feb 6, 2007

Heavy accent. I am told that he is trying too hard to keep students from dropping out. He can become obsessive with some alumnae. One should be very careful since one may just pass the grade without really learning the substance.

5.0
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CSCI1300
May 9, 2007

He is very helpful! He knows his stuff, gave extra time for the project and even tests! Noone is better professor than him for CSCI 1300,,, I truly recommend him, EASY A!!

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ATECH11
May 6, 2008

This class was an easy A.. REally Recommended even if you don't know anything about computers. If you don't finish your work on time, you can do it the same day its due in class, he's flexible

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MATH1111
Aug 1, 2008

Very hard teacher even though we speak the same language. He knows his materials but cannot teach them properly.

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CSCI1300
Oct 14, 2008

Great class. Wondeful professor. I learned much to carry me through my career.

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LSMAT97
Dec 11, 2008

You will just have try to do your best in terms of making the sacrifice so as to accomplish your goal in passing the class. I dont think he is that much of a great teacher, but can be a little lenient with regards to making up your grades. For persons like myself who struggle with the subject,one would be better with a professor who has more patien

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MATH098
Apr 23, 2009

Professor A C is great. Very helpful, explains clearly,and he gives you all the tools you need to pass his class. Take this professor

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MATH101
Jun 3, 2009

he's a great teacher, kind of thick accent, but still very clear, a moron who can't learn because of his accent is truly an idiot because it doesn't make a difference at all because he speaks so well. nice guy, helped a lot. will def. try and take him again.

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MATH097
Jun 29, 2009

he is really good!!! hes a lot better than dr.wolf. i wish i wouldve taken him before.

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MATH0097
Jul 1, 2009

Mr. Chowdhury is a pretty decent teacher. Although he teaches pretty fast and the language barrier sometimes made things difficult, he is still a pretty good teacher. I had some problems at first, but towards the end of the semester I had a better undertanding. He lets you know ahead of time what to expect on the test, which is a plus!

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MATH0098
Jul 14, 2009

Very helpful teacher, will help you if you help yourself. would advise anyone to take him,and be respectful, if he sees you caring mutually will do his part.

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CSCI1300
Dec 19, 2009

He is very smart. knows his stuff, but his syllabus and other files are all over the place and somewhat confusing. i took the hybrid course for this class so he was able to explain it. I wouldn't suggest taking this class online though since his information is not very clear. Accepts late work and gives bonuses. tests are long and difficult.

4.0
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MATH1111
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Aug 31, 2014

he's a great teacher. keeps you focused and amused. he is not hard to understand, and gives you the opportunity to ask questions, or tell him when he's "not speaking English. my only complaint is that he assigns too many assignments to be due at once. i.e. we have 13 assignments and one quiz all due(on one date)before our next class. Overwhelming!

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1111
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 24, 2015

i had to drop his class -_- he is very rude and hard to understand. if you go to his office hours hes really snobby.. no help

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1111
Grade: A+
Oct 28, 2015

I liked this professor. However, he was not the best at explaining certain topics so I had to supplement with youtube and the textbook.

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MATH1111
Dec 4, 2015

I am an international student in the U.S so i just start speaking english for a year. I can understand him clearly.

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MATH098
Grade: A+
May 4, 2016

He is very rude. Whenever i asked him a question, he would reply with a smart comment. He talks, he does not teach.

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MATH1111
Grade: B+
Nov 9, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I took Algebra in 8th grade, so the class was pretty easy for me but I would say that 80% of the class was struggling. If you don't show up for class and take good notes, you will definitely not pass. He also has a very heavy accent that is very hard to understand sometimes. He seems to care a lot, but maybe not enough. Expect LOTS of online hw.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
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MATH1001
Grade: A+
Jun 11, 2017
Would take again

He is very really great lec for MATH 1001. He really cares for his students and wants everyone to get a good grade. He has 4 tests, midterm and a final test. Be throughly prepared with the review tests he gives you before the tests, try to make a 100% on homeworks (unlimited trails) and do good in quizzes and you will get a easy A for sure!

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
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MATH1001
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 24, 2017
Would take again

Mr. Chowdhury is a great professor. He doesn't want to see anyone fail his class. His tests aren't every hard if you actually pay attention and practice the work you will do fine. He gives out a few extra points on tests to help your grade out too. He explains everything clearly and is willing to go the extra mile to make sure you get it.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
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MATH101
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2017
Would take again

He is a good professor, he breaks it down to the simplest level and the work he solves are very easy to understand. I will say he does his part as a professor the rest are up to the students to do the work.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
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MATH1001
Grade: A+
Dec 18, 2017
Would take again

Professor Chowdhury is a great teacher overall. If you consider yourself to be good at math, quantitative skills will come easy to you. We completed homework and quizzes on MyMathLab and had four tests plus a final. He would often add extra points to tests to help the class average. He really cares about his students but you have to work too.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Would take again
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5.0
MATH101
Grade: B
Apr 26, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I did not like this professor AT ALL. He doesn't explain anything well, and I literally had to go home and LEARN the material instead of just reviewing some notes. I basically taught myself in this class. He is pretty rude and condescending and when you ask a valid question, he'd say "It's right there on the board" or "I just said it". Don't take.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
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MATH101
Grade: B
Apr 26, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I struggled a LOT in this class. His accent is hard to understand sometimes, and I can only remember a handful of times when I actually learned something in his class. We had a sub ONCE and I learned more from her than from him. I barely got a B. He did give quizzes for 5 bonus points for each test, but he wouldn't apply all 5 points every time.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
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MATH93445
Grade: B-
Oct 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He is an awful teacher! he expected everyone to know everything already, he would also explain everything differently, I learned more from the textbook than from him. I wouldn't recommend taking his class. I skipped his class a lot and went to the tutoring center to get help, i'd show up to class and try to give him a chance but was always confused

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MATH1111
Dec 5, 2018
Would take again

He is very caring. His way of teaching is supernatural. He simply summerizes the hardest parts and does not like his students fail at all.

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MATH1111
Grade: A
Apr 12, 2019
Would take again

Please do not hesitate to take him for any of your classes because he teaches in a way that is understandable, like he shows all the steps and cares alot about the marks of his students. He will even give bonus points or quizzes for exams where students have not performed well. Also, you can approach him if you have any problems.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
2.0
MATH1001
Grade: A
Jul 30, 2019
Would take again

Good teacher, he gave us several extra credit opportunities and even reopened the online homework for those who missed it. He can sometimes be a bit confusing when explaining difficult concepts, but if you ask him questions he will always explain further. If you seriously struggle with math he may not be the best bet but otherwise i recommend him

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Caring
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2.0
MATH1111
Grade: A+
Jun 15, 2020
Would take again

You get lots of homework, but you get great preparation for tests. I would love to be in his class again if I got a chance.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
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1111
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 9, 2022

His class is extremely hard, there are no quizzes only testing every week. No extra credit, heavy homework every night. Close due dates for every assignment, You can earn credit only by doing tutor sessions. I never in my life had a professor extremely hard as this class was. Good luck to future students you will most likely fail this class.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
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MATH111
Grade: B
Jan 30, 2025

Crazy amount of homework. Expects you to learn almost everything outside of class.

Lots of homework
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MATH1111
Grade: B+
Mar 5, 2025
Would take again

There is alot of homework but if you have time to do it it's very easy. The proffeser has everything you need to learn in the content tab in Icollege and everything else is in MyLab very easy. You should not struggle in this class. The only reason i saw myself lacking behind is when i didnt study so seems pretty simple... Just Study.

Lots of homework
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1111
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 31, 2025

DO NOT TAKE HIM FOR COLLEGE ALGEBRA if you want to learn. He doesn't know how to teach and teaches you as if you already know the material. Any question you ask him will be met with a response, such as why you are asking him. Lots of homework On MyLab, which you will have to pay for at the beginning to have access throughout the course.

Lots of homework
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1111
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 31, 2025

Honestly, my suggestion to anyone who has to take College Algebra(Math 1111). DO NOT TAKE ANY OF THE PROFESSORS AT THE CLARKSTON CAMPUS for this course unless you have no other choice but the Clarkston Campus.

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1111
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 10, 2025

RUNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN AS FAR AWAY FROM HIS COURSE AS POSSIBLE

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1111
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 21, 2025
Would take again

I honestly don't get the negative reviews . I was hesitant to take his class because of the reviews, but my experience was completely different. he explained difficult concepts in a way that was easy to understand and he always answers my questions during class and helped me when i'm stuck. he also gives bonus quizzes.

Lots of homework
Caring
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

91%

Textbook Required

22%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 24 reported grades
Not sure yet: 6
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A+: 5
A: 3
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