4.3

Balakrishna Gokaraju

Computer Science - University of West Alabama

4.3
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
25%
Would Retake
103
Reviews
4.3
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
4.6
Helpful
4.1
Clarity

25%

Would Retake

103

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official
103 total ratings

5

71

4

20

3

5

2

2

1

5

What Students Say

made me feel like a second class citizen

TY221 - 1.0 rating

I approve this class for anyone trying to learn the basic fundameantals of electricity

TY2210113FA - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

96%

Textbook Required

50%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 47 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (14)
A (12)
Not_Sure_Yet (10)
Grade Distribution
A(26)B(9)C(3)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(9)
Based on 60 reported grades
A+: 14
A: 12
Not_Sure_Yet: 10
B: 8
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (1)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (1)
Would take again (1)
Lots of homework (1)
Test heavy (1)
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Reviews (101)
5.0
1.0
TY2210113FA
Nov 19, 2013

I approve this class for anyone trying to learn the basic fundameantals of electricity...

5.0
1.0
ED50602
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2013

Dr. Balu is an outstanding and knowledgeable professor in Statistics, as well as other thing. I was afraid to take the courses, but with his teaching skills and techniques I recieved an A+.This class was very informative for even other classes I am taking!

5.0
1.0
ED50602
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2013

What great person to take this class for. He was helpful to all of us in this class. He use our time in the classroom wisely and was big on one on one time.

5.0
1.0
ED506
Dec 4, 2013

He is really nice. He made the course statistics really easy and interesting for us. I love him a lot!

5.0
1.0
ED506
Dec 4, 2013

he is a wonderful professor and very helpful and taught the material to us with easiness.

5.0
2.0
ED50602
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2013

He made this course very interesting. He was very patience in making sure I understood the material before moving on. The course required many assignments, but he made it fun. I did not miss a day in the class because missing a day is like missing a week since some much information was covered in one section. I now know more about Statisics.

5.0
4.0
ED506
Dec 4, 2013

This class was very well taught.

5.0
1.0
ED506
Dec 4, 2013

He is great. I recommend to take his class.

5.0
2.0
ED506
Grade: B
Dec 4, 2013

He's a great teacher!

5.0
2.0
506
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 4, 2013

HE IS GREAT

5.0
1.0
506
Dec 4, 2013

verey good

5.0
3.0
TY245
Grade: A-
Dec 5, 2013

He was a very good teacher and i recomend him to anybody.

5.0
3.0
TY245
Dec 5, 2013

He is a very good instructor. Will help you out with work as needed. Easy to talk to and not overbearing.

5.0
3.0
TY246
Grade: A-
Dec 5, 2013

Very helpful through out the classes I had with him.

5.0
2.0
TY246
Grade: A+
Dec 5, 2013

Incredible professor! Prepared me to be successful in the workplace.

4.0
4.0
TY246
Dec 5, 2013

He was willing to help any time. he is very dedicated to his work and has knowledge on everything he teaches.

5.0
2.0
TY246
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2013

He was a good teacher and i would love to have him again

5.0
1.0
TY246
Grade: B+
Dec 5, 2013

He helped me to better understand the material.

5.0
2.0
TY221
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 10, 2013

This class was very helpful, and Dr. Gokaraju helped me to understand the material. I have a much better understanding of this course now.

4.0
3.0
TY221
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 10, 2013

very good teacher and he explained the material extremely well.

5.0
1.0
TY221
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 10, 2013

he is the best teacher ever

5.0
4.0
TY2210113FA
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2013

I think this he was a very good teachers with lots of knowalage of subject matter.

5.0
4.0
TY221
Dec 10, 2013

Dr. Gokaraju was a very nice, laid back professor. He cared about each one of his students and wanted us to learn as much as possible from this course. I hope to have him again in other courses.

3.0
3.0
TY221
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2013

i enjoy thus class

5.0
2.0
TY221
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 10, 2013

Dr. Balu was helpful and was very knowledgable on the material

3.0
3.0
TY221
Dec 10, 2013

He is very educated.

4.0
3.0
TY221
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2013

I enjoy his class he is a great teacher.

5.0
2.0
TY221
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2013

this was a good class

4.0
4.0
TY221
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 10, 2013

It was interesting!!

3.0
3.0
ACDC
Dec 10, 2013

He was alright. Needs to work on teaching skills. Most of his class are lost.

5.0
4.0
TY221
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 10, 2013

Pretty good professor

3.0
4.0
TY221
Dec 10, 2013

Had to pay attention in class or else

5.0
4.0
TY221
Dec 10, 2013

Great class but it was tough. Much practice and studying is needed. Overall, I learned alot...

5.0
2.0
ED506
May 6, 2014

Enjoyed the class, I still know very little about statistics. HAd a few minor problems with students being to verbal. Dr. Balu was able to extinguish the issues.

5.0
1.0
ED506
Grade: A
May 6, 2014

The class was great.

5.0
1.0
ED506
May 6, 2014

Great lectures with good PPT and well-designed practice questions. This course makes statistics interesting!

5.0
3.0
EDU506
Grade: A
May 6, 2014

I loved the class. It was always fun and he was always willing to help.

5.0
4.0
ED5060214SP
Grade: A-
May 6, 2014

I was not excited about taking statistics on a graduate level. I had taken the course during undergrad and had barely came out with a C. This professor really gave me a new understanding of statistics.

5.0
3.0
ED506
Grade: A
May 6, 2014

The professor was very attentive and I could tell he wanted us to learn as much as possible. One of the best classes I've taken so far

2.0
3.0
ED50602
May 6, 2014

I would have enjoyed learning how to do some of the work by hand.

3.0
2.0
SD506
Grade: C
May 6, 2014

Make sure you learn how to apply the test to different sernarios, because in the end he will spring it on you Final Exam and or Midterm !!!!!!! Beware!!!!

5.0
3.0
ED506
Grade: C+
May 6, 2014

I was very excited about this statistic class and would encourage students to take Dr. Balu class

5.0
4.0
ED506
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
May 6, 2014

I really enjoyed this class because of the challenges that were thrown in front of me. I was scared at first but the challenge made it more interersting.

4.0
3.0
ED506
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
May 6, 2014

Class was a challenge.

5.0
3.0
ED506
Jul 21, 2014

Dr. Balu seems to have a thorough understanding of what he's attempting to teach us as a class. He's very helpful during and out of class time. I recommend him as a professor for this class.

5.0
4.0
ED50601
Grade: A
Jul 21, 2014

Before taking this class I had no interest in statistics. I was very amazed at how easily I was able to learn SPSS software. Dr. Balu was very helpful and I will recommend this class to other students

5.0
3.0
ED50601
Grade: A+
Jul 21, 2014

I really enjoyed the class:0)

5.0
1.0
ED506
Jul 21, 2014

I would definitely take more classes from this professor. If you are looking for a professor that is sympathetic to the fact you might be clueless on the subject area, this guy is your guy. He will help you and he will be genuine. Don't be about the GRADE be about learning the content.

4.0
4.0
ED506
Grade: A
Jul 21, 2014

Class was a challenge, however I learned many concepts I was previously unfamiliar with. It is possible to earn an A, you just have to work for it. Overall good class and good teacher.

5.0
5.0
ED506
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Jul 21, 2014

I was very intimidated by the jargon and the classwork originally. I spoke with Dr. Balu and he was very helpful in reassuring me that the information could be mastered with more effort on my part. Balu is easy to talk to and consistent with grading. Overall, I have learned a lot in this class.

5.0
2.0
ED506
Jul 21, 2014

He knows his information!

5.0
4.0
ED506
Grade: A+
Jul 21, 2014

Dr. Bala did a great job teaching this course. He was very professional and helpful as well, I have no complaints!

5.0
4.0
ED506
Grade: A+
Jul 21, 2014

Dr. Balu was very professional and helpful throughout the course. I will admit that although I had prior interest in the class, at the end of the semester I understood it more and was more inquisitive. There is still no love for the subject area, but I do have a better understanding of the concept.

5.0
5.0
ED506
Jul 21, 2014

Dr. Bala, Really took his time to explain what was going in his class. Great Teacher!! Very Patient!

5.0
2.0
ED506
Grade: B
Jul 21, 2014

The class was very interested

4.0
2.0
ED506
Grade: A-
Jul 21, 2014

This class was very interesting. Prior to coming in, I was very fearful of what to expect because it has been years since I was in a classroom not to mention a statistics class. Dr. Balu, thanks for the experience.

5.0
3.0
ED506
Grade: A+
Jul 21, 2014

Great Instructor. He was very helpful. He knew the content of the class extremely well. Worked with the students in every way possible to make sure we really understood the material. I would certainly take a class under him again.

5.0
3.0
ED5060
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2014

One of the best instructors I have ever had.

1.0
5.0
ED506
Sep 14, 2014

Do NOT take him online for Educational Statistics. The class was very confusing. I e-mailed him many times & have gotten no response. I was very confused & go no help from him. It was awful!!

5.0
3.0
TY221
Dec 4, 2014

Knows his stuff and will help you out. Lots of dry humor. Only thing i really dont like, he runs over his class time every single class.

5.0
4.0
TY221
Dec 5, 2014

Dr. Balu definitely knows his stuff.

4.0
3.0
TY221
Dec 5, 2014

Balu's tests are kind of unique. they are worded so precise that they are hard. Take notes from his powerpoint, and make sure to listen. that's all you need to know.

4.0
1.0
TY221
Dec 5, 2014

Despite the strong accent he is very helpfull in working with you. If you show up you pass.

5.0
3.0
TY221
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2014

I enjoyed Dr. Balu being my professor. I think he is a good professor and I would take many of his classes.

4.0
4.0
TY221
Dec 5, 2014

it was a good class

5.0
4.0
TY221
Dec 5, 2014

He knows his material very well and he is super nice. Best teacher i have ever had.

4.0
2.0
TY221
Dec 5, 2014

Dr. Balu is very good at teaching the material.

5.0
1.0
TY221
Dec 5, 2014

He knows the info he is teaching the class.

5.0
2.0
TY221
Dec 5, 2014

He works with you to make sure you understand the material. Also if you care about coming to class and care about the material you will pass.

4.0
1.0
TY221
Dec 5, 2014

I think this class is important to me getting the job i need to make the money that I want to make.

5.0
3.0
TY221
Dec 5, 2014

The professor was a good guy to talk to and he is really helpful. He is always willing to help when ever you need it.

5.0
3.0
TY221
Dec 5, 2014

Great knowledgable teacher. Very Helpful

5.0
4.0
TY221
Dec 5, 2014

He is a great teacher and really enjoyed taking his class.

4.0
2.0
TY221
Grade: A+
Dec 5, 2014

awesome good great

4.0
4.0
TY221
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2014

good t6eacher loves math lets you use notes on exams so be sure to take good notes

4.0
2.0
TY221
Dec 8, 2014

one the most understanding and creative teacher i have ever known

5.0
1.0
TY221
Dec 8, 2014

class was awesome

4.0
2.0
TY221
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2014

If you show up, you'll get a better understanding than if you just read the book.

5.0
4.0
CLASS
Grade: C+
Dec 8, 2014

good class to take, professor is very good at teaching and making sure you get it

5.0
3.0
TY221
Dec 8, 2014

The class is very interesting, if you attend class you will definitely get a great understanding of ACDC.

4.0
4.0
TY221
Dec 8, 2014

Very good intructor and wants the students to succeed.

4.0
2.0
TY221
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2014

GREAT TEACHER KNOWS HIS STUFF VERY UNDERSTANDING OF CLASS PERTICIPATION GRADES FAIRLY TOUGH TEST BUT VERY HELPFUL.

5.0
1.0
TY
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2014

very knowledgeable. explains well.

5.0
3.0
TY22201
Dec 10, 2014

The course was awesome!

5.0
1.0
TY22201
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2014

It was very educational.

5.0
1.0
TY22201
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2014

I enjoyed the class.

5.0
4.0
TY22201
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2014

I really enjoyed all my classes under Dr. Balu.

5.0
2.0
TY282
Jul 28, 2015

Throughout the semester i started off terrible but after he saw my academic potential he help me catch up to where i need to be. He is tremendously patient and will go out the way to provide you with whatever resources is needed. I totally recommend taking this instructor in the future. WARNING His accent will be hard to understand but youll get it

5.0
2.0
TY282
Grade: B
Jul 28, 2015

The greatest teacher I had helped me to expand my brain with hard work ethics

4.0
4.0
TY282
Grade: B-
Jul 28, 2015

DR BALU IS THE BEST THING GOING AT UWA!!! the DOl program would not be anything without the GREAT Leadership and background Knowledge that he Provides. The issue of Job Training and Knowledge was greatly improved while working with Dr. Balu. And he is one of the FEW instructors that will take time to help others students away from normal Classroom

5.0
4.0
TY282
Grade: A+
Jul 28, 2015

awesome class! great teacher! learned a ton!

5.0
1.0
TY282
Grade: A+
Jul 28, 2015

Great teacher and a wonderful person.

5.0
2.0
TY272
Grade: B+
May 3, 2016

Funny teacher. Very helpful with you. All you have to do is try show up to class and he will help you all he can.

5.0
3.0
TY272
Grade: A-
May 3, 2016

Helpful in everyway possible. Anytime I needed help, Dr. Bulu helped me all he could.

5.0
2.0
TY222
Grade: A
May 3, 2016

Very funny. Very helpful. He will help you in any way he can all you have to do is show you want to learn, give effort, and he will help you in anyway he can.

5.0
3.0
TY222
Grade: B
May 3, 2016

Helpful in everyway possible. Anytime I needed help he did all he could do to help.

5.0
2.0
TY272
Grade: A
May 3, 2016

VERY GOOD TEACHER

1.0
5.0
TY221
Grade: B
Jan 5, 2017
Wouldn't take again

made me feel like a second class citizen. He expected people to know the material before he lectured on it & when he did lecture, you basically had to figure everything out on your own, thank God for his TA. Very corrupt program, Not only should an individual avoid his classes, but they should avoid the entire Eng. Tech program. YOU BEEN WARNED!

1.0
4.0
TY383
Grade: A
Oct 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Balu is terrible. He can't teach anything since he expects you to already know the material. Made me feel like crap, and actually verbally embarrassed me in front of the whole class saying that I was stupid. The Engineering Tech program at UWA is absolutely awful and should not be taken since it is unaccredited and lacking in education.

4.0
4.0
TY2210113FA
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

Is a very caring teacher that actually teaches and does not just read out of a book. If you fail his class, it is your own fault.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Would take again
1.0
4.0
CSE708
Grade: B
Apr 28, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Doesn't teach. Excessive HW. No feedback. I didn't spend tuition money to teach myself and then be graded harshly when I did not learn the material he did not teach. Beware!!! Take any other professor offered other than Gokaraju if you want to learn or retain anything at all.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

96%

Textbook Required

50%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 47 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (14)
A (12)
Not_Sure_Yet (10)
Grade Distribution
A(26)B(9)C(3)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(9)
Based on 60 reported grades
A+: 14
A: 12
Not_Sure_Yet: 10
B: 8
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (1)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (1)
Would take again (1)
Lots of homework (1)
Test heavy (1)
Rating Trend

Declining

-1.29 avg change
Jul
May
Jan
Oct
Dec
Apr
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

506

5.0

(2)

TY245

5.0

(2)

EDU506

5.0

(1)

ED5060214SP

5.0

(1)

ED50601

5.0

(2)
+16 more courses
Difficulty by Course

ED5060214SP

4.0

CLASS

4.0

TY383

4.0

CSE708

4.0

ED50601

3.5

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