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Reviews (254)
The class isn't that hard, but the only problem is that he is sort of hard to understand. He has a strong accent, and sometimes you're just better off reading out of the book. But he is very nice, and helpful. He helps before and after class. :)
He's a really nice guy, and he tries to help as much as he can...but don't ask him questions in English - he get's so confused! The class was easy, we didn't even do half the book. Just study the review tests he gives you, and you'll get an A or B.
I had this professor last year for the class above and he is simply outstanding!. He is extremely knowledgeable and has a keen desire to help out and connect with his students. He is also a big promoter of teaching his students on how to use the TI graphing calculators. I wish I had him this term!.
I really liked him as a teacher. Yes, he has a thick accent, but he knows what he's talking about and if you really pay attention, you'll do great in the class. He tries his hardest to help the students out in the class.
This professor makes promises that he is unable to keep. He has a terrible accent. IF YOU NEED TO PASS, DO NOT TAKE HIM.
This professor is very nice and easy to follow, makes classes interesting. Highly recommended. You will learn for sure. Enjoy it and study.
very nice professor, he is helpful and he makes class fun
I think he was awsome. He was very helpful and understanding. He was always available during office hours.
He is just great. He knows a lot and he is always willing to help you. If you commit yourself just a little bit you will pass the class with a good grade. I
He's a great teacher, but sometimes he was a little hard to understand due to his accent.
He is the BEST. He makes class fun and the best part is that he helps you as much as he can. During the text you can ask him questions and he gives you clues about it. Forget about the acent you will get use to it. I definetely recomend him.
HE IS THE BEST EVER. HE GETS TO THE POINT HE WILL REALLY HELP YOU IF YOU ARE CONFUSED ALOT OF QUIZZES AND TEST BUT THEY ARE NOT DIFFUCULT. HE DOES HAVE AN ACCENT BUT U WILL FORGET IT. HE IS HELPFUL AND MAKES THE CLASS FUN. PS.AND LET ME TELL YOU I HATE MATH. BUT I LIKE THIS CLASS ALOT
Horrible teacher. I had to relearn all the material because I can barely make out a word he says. A nightmare of a class. Save yourself the time and take this with someone else.
He is a the best professor and a great human being.You will love his class I defenetely recommend him.
He knows his math, but he can't explain anything. He always assumes you know it by only doing one example. Because of the language, I think it would be easier for the student to learn if he taught the class in spanish.
I must admit this course was a challenge for me, but his teaching method made it possible to understand. If you do the quizes and reviews he assigns you, then you should have no problem with this class. This is one of the best math professors I've had.
One of the greatest. Great knowledge, will do the extra-mile to help students.
he's an AWESOME professor!!! helps you in anyway that he can. very involved with students and how they are doing. if u pay attention in class u are def. going to pass!!!a bit random at times but non the less his class was fun!!! =0)
I took him for 1033 and MGF 1106, not a free ryde but an excellent professor. He has a very strong accent but that doesn't stop him from making sure that the students understand the work. Will help you at any time, I took him twice and got A's so therefore I really recommend him.
Extremely hard to understand class. Not because of the subject but for his strong Spanish accent. He usually talks to the blackboard during his explanations and not to the students. His examples don't help too much and he assumes you understand. He is a good man but I don't recommend him as a teacher. I dropped his class and WOW! WHAT A DIFFERENCE!
nice guy. only grades tests. doesnt really care if you go to the lab, hes down to earth, usually doesnt take up all the class time. you'll like him. hes kinda boring though
Awesome teacher! Has a strong accent but he teaches very well. He's nice and down to earth. Makes you like math!! A+++
Great teacher! Is meticulously therough. I failed this course the previous time I had taken it. Now, however, I have an 'A' average...and it's all thanks to his teaching! He is also very easygoing and approachable. If he is teaching a math course that you need, then there is no better option.
Gonzales knows his subject and that is what makes him the great teacher he is. There are four tests throught the semmester which are not hard if you study and do your homework constantly. He does have an accent but you will get used to it. You should definitely take his class. He will help you if you need assistance with the material. :)
This professor is pretty cool. just have to pay attention in class and doing his homework helps you out alot when it comes to his chapter exams.
absolutely great professor, I had him for Mac 1005 and got a B!!! I'm going to take another math with him because he made math very clear for me =)
He is the number one teacher to take for any type of math.
This was the worst teacher I have ever had in my life...and math is one of my better subjects...the only was you can posibbly pass this class is if you get a hold of the teachers manual with all the answers or if you speak spanish...he has the strongest accent in the world...I promise I thought I was in a Spanish class...dont take him...horrible!!!
He is the best math professor I've ever had. To all of those who are ****, it is not his fault that you are a moron who cannot understand math.
i think that Gonzalez is not that hard if you are study. i took precal and trig with him during the summer for six week it was fun. he explained very well but he has c cuban accent. leo h4l
He's super funny and easy going. He loves questions and will do practically anything for his students. I loved this teacher, he always made class fun and makes sure you know your stuff before moving on. He's an entertaining teacher, and makes it easy to learn math.
hes super nice and super easy HAVE TO TAKE HIM if want to pass i failed this class once and now im passing it with A's cause of his teaching love him great teacher A+ for sure
The Best Teacher, I've had I do advise you to go to class for a better understanding. Professor works online a lot.
The Best Teacher I've had at this campus. The Best !
he's the niCest most adorable teacher ever very funny and friendly. All the hw is online, i never used the book once, he replaces the lowest test grade with you final grade, i got a b and i'm a disaster at math. i really love him though hes like a kind grandfatherky tyoe i wish i could take every single math class with him.
Though he has a really strong accent, he helps you out for tests by giving out study guides. the tests are most likely like the study guides given, just with different #s. You do homeworks online. DO THEM. Best to attend all of the classes. youll get lil lost if you miss one. or you can just learn it from online courses or borrow notes. Easy class
AMAZING!!!! Take him
This teacher is awesome!!he explains everything so well.and you may ask him over and over again.though he has an accent,he makes sure you comprehend him!he's funny and gets along awesome with his students.REALLY RECOMMEND HIM!!!!
He is super understanding, nice, explains everything very well. Hes young, but very intelligent. Favorite math teacher in Dade. Take him I recommend
GREAT PROF. really cares about his students understanding. he goes over anything you don't understand. he also give a study guide for the exam....THE BEST! TAKE HIM...
Awesome Professor !!!! Highly recommend :)
very nice proffesor ,funny and he does not have an accent, very intelligent.TAKE HIM. BEST TEACHER IN CAMPUS
He is good professor, but not recommend because he's class is very fast and he only like to concluide his program. In addition he has short hours to help students.
He is the grandfather type. He is very helpful. He does have a really strong accent, but you'll get used to it. He is funny and really helps you. He also drops your lowest test garde and lets you retake tests if you derserve it
NICE DUDE. HARD CLASS. STRONG ACCENT. FROM 1-10, HE'S A 6 AT TEACHING. THE ACCENT DOESN'T HELP. TOO STRONG.
Super nice guy, helpful, considerate, and funny! Apply yourself and you will pass his class! 5 exams, drops the lowest grade. Take him he's a cool dude.
Ok prof not the best. Is fair and gives retakes. Also will cut deals with you at the end of the semester so you wont have to take the final. Accent is a problem. He speaks like he has marbles in his mouth. If you come to his office he will give you an attitude. Good guy, funny and understands what we go through. In this class he gives 7 tests...
Young, Really nice guy. Very helpful. The class in general is difficult, but he teaches the subject matter very well. He loves for you to ask him questions. If you put in effort, you will PASS!
he is a reallu nice guy. his class is easy. he like to help the students. i love his classes.
Could not understand anything he was saying! His accent was too thick to make out what he was saying. Lost after the 1st day.
He is the man,if you really hate math take him, I swear it's an easy A if you study,you will pass NO QUESTION! I suck in math and i pass with an A. TAKE HIM PLEASE! HE'S GREAT! you wont be sorry.
Nice professor. Accent but it's understandble. He's really willing to help you if you need him. Barely uses text book which is good. The class itself is hard, but he makes it easy. He's not funny, but he tries. I would definitely recommend him if you have trouble with math. Does not ask for much ;)
LOL. THICK ACCENT. I love the description. It's true if you're from other state other than Florida. But if you're hispanic, and have been around FL long enough, it's the regular talk around here. As far as math goes... I hate it. But he's crazy about it so you learn. He knows his stuff.
Ok seriously the ones who said he is hard just really are a useless piece of skin. He gives reviews and everything on the review is the same as the test and he even lets you use the review during the test. He lets you retake the test if you fail which if you fail you are just plain STUPID!!! Take him an easy A or B if you are just STUPID!!!
Great Professor! He is jolly, helpful, and clear. The accent forces you to pay extra close attention which in the end benefits the student. :) I'd take him for any other Math class in a heartbeat!
Couldnt understand what he was saying but the class was easy. You do have to try though since you cant understand the lessons.
Although it is hard to understand him sometimes he is very straight to the point. He cares about the student as he hands out reviews before every test. If the student was satisfied with the results of all four (4) tests you were no obligated to take the Final. Im so glad I took both MGF 1106 & 1107 with him. I am terrible in Math & passed.
good person
Though he writes somethings on the board in Spanish without him noticing. He is actually a very good teacher, will help you when you need it and enjoys what he does. I passed though I had family issues and prevented me from attending a few classes, he made sure I was caught up to date. Take him, he always gives reviews for his test.
His very clear writing on the board makes up for his accent and not so clear ways of explaining himself orally. I actually thought he was funny. Good professor.
Make sure you guys specified which Belarmino, Gonzalez. Remember there two of them, the father who works in internamerican and the father with the thick accent from Wolfson. Both proffesor are excellent but I would prefer the son than the father. The only problem with the father is his thick accent and lots of tutoring in order to pass the class.
Make sure you guys specified which Belarmino, Gonzalez. Remember there two of them, the son who works in internamerican and the father with the thick accent from Wolfson. Both proffesor are excellent but I would prefer the son than the father. The only problem with the father is his thick accent and lots of tutoring in order to pass the class.
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Gonzalez father"""" I don`t like him at all""""my average was B and he gave a final grade of (F)... Don`t take him....
good person he cares for his students ( the son)
This is the best math teacher I have ever had and the first time I've ever taken interest in the subject. He is so so so nice and helpful, he's just like the sweetest guy. If you want to pass a math class and really learn take him!
IM NOT THE BEST IN MATH AND TO HAVE A PROFESSOR THAT DOESNT SPEAK ENGLISH WELL AT ALL IT WAS HORRIBLE. I DO NOT RECOMMEND HIM BECAUSE OF HIS HEAVY ACCENT.. THE FATHER..
(Belarmino Jr.) He ia a great professor you do need to study, but he gives extra credit so make sure to work on mycoursecompass and do the homework. Great teacher he will help you if you go to him and ask him. Work for it and you'll get an A
Once you get past his thick Cuban/Russian dialog he's a great teacher. He makes jokes and often makes the class laugh and keeps everyone's attention (which makes the 3 hours fly by). If you do all the homework, you get 20 pts on each quiz, and if you pass the midterm he lets you retake your lowest scored quiz. I used to hate math until I had him.
(Gonzalez, Jr.)Although his accent is such a problem, he is extremely helpful. I also took him for MAT 0020 and 1033, and did remarkably well in them. It may be hard, but once u get used to his accent, you will have the ability to succeed! He is a very caring and entertaining guy. He is NOT strict about attendance, and counts the hw as extra credit
THANKS TO HIM I LIKE MATH, IF YOU SUCK AT MATH YOU NEED HIM, HE WILL ASSIST YOU. ENTERTAINING GUY.
Many people on this site have commented about his accent but it isnt as bad as they say, i understand him perfectly. Hes an AWESOME teacher; patient, funny, & kind. This is one of those math teachers that makes you enjoy math & understand it easily. He answers all questions and will explain as many times as it takes. Take his class, you'll love it.
this guy is a pure hick you cant understand his english and i doubt even his spanish mumbling all the time he has no cojones
This guy is awesome! To those who comment on his accent and "spanglish", u people are retarded. What do you want? The guy practically spoon fed us the material and SERIOUSLY helped us out so that everyone was getting a passing grade. I got a B... I HATE MATH. Take him.
Not a very helpful professor. hard accent to destinguish humorless personality
he is a good teacher its just that his accent is hard to understand.
Really good professor, he is funny, his class is not boring. If you need help, he will explain it in different ways for you to understand it. :)
AWESOME professor. He makes math easy and explains things until you understand them. He encourages questions. Finding a good math professor is difficult, but i definitely found an excellent professor with Belarmino! His accent is NOT as bad as they say. Take him and you'll be glad you did.
Jr. Belarmino: If you like math/think it's easy: you're good to go with him. If not: you're going to hate him. Explains things as if you already knew the stuff. Took him once. Got a B which is not bad. Never taking him again. There are better professors out there to waste my time taking his classes. BTW, he has a thick accent. If you're not used to accents, you won't understand him.
Terrible teacher. The son, that is. His dad, okay, but worse accent than the son.
jr bellarmino,great proffesor got a 91 on mac1105 , taking him again for TRIGS and of course for pre-calc too. trust me take him! by the way the class isnt easy, if you have a brain you will pass,if not u wount. pay attention to his lectures,copynotes, review em a little bit before any exams/quiz and ull pass. as i said u just need a brain to pass!
Professor Belarmino is a great math teacher. If you have gone through school properly and you learnt what you need it for college math, then you will be able to pass this class without struggle. His accent is just that, an accent, but his english is good, as good as any person that was born in this country(americans from Texas have an accent and th
(americans from Texas have an accent and they are american!!!)Belarmino's math language is easy, flowy and direct. I strongly recomend this teacher to any student, specially those with bad math foundation. This is the teacher that at once will make you understand.
He explains concepts very well, and he the most laid back profesor I've ever had. He doesn't care if you show up, he sometimes lets you do tests in pairs, he usually lets you bring in a cheat sheet, and . The dude really wants you to get an A in his class. And he's really nerdy lol. His jokes are very lame, but that's who he is, so it's funny.
Excellent Professor he explains the concepts very good the class is kind of hard but not because of him it is this type of math that is hard on general, I will take him again, you need to study at home as much as you can to finish with an A but is not hard to make it.
I took him for pre-cal and cal.Do not mistake laid back for stupid. He will make your math class fun and not so dull.If you really want to learn he will take as much time as you need to help you. if you really don't care much for the subject and need a passing grade this is your man.bottom line: Helpful, Knowledgeable, laid back and entertaining.
He makes the class very interesting and funny.You will not be bored and learn what you need.It is not an stress class. I recommend him for this hard course.
I couldn't understand his English; I wasn't good at Math and it took me a bit to understand what he was saying and I couldn't learn what he was teaching because I was trying to decipher his English, I nicknamed him "Borat," He sounds just like him. If you're cool with that, you'll be good with him, it just didn't work for me
There 2 Prof called Belarmino one is the son (inter American) and i think he is the one who actually knows english but i pick the father(wolfson) and he is super bad. in the past i had prof. who hadnt spoken the best english but this guy is horrible. He teaches too fast and his class is too over welming
i took mat1033 with professor Gonzalez (the son) this guy is funny, he makes math fun, & his test are super easy. i liked the class... i totally recommend him!!! remember the son not the father
He helped me pass 1033! I think he's great, he answers you questions without getting frustrated. Has a sense of humor too. He has an accent but that did not keep him from giving great lectures
HIS CLASS IS A GREAT, YES IT'S TRUE HIS ENGLISH IS NOT THAT GREAT BUT IT'S NOT BAD 2 THE POINT U CAN'T UNDERSTAND. PAY ATTENTION AND COME TO CLASS, U SHOULD NOT HAVE ANY ISSUES. HE IS REALLY FUNNY AND HE MAKES THE CLASS INTERESTING.IF U CARE ABOUT YOUR GRADE THEN HE CARES, IF U DON'T HE DON'T! FYI: I DON'T LIKE MATH AND I LOVED THIS MAN CLASS!
I cannot understand one thing he is saying, I do not reccomend him if you have problems understanding people with a herendous accent. Though the class Im taking is easy. I learn myself off the board, I gave up on trying deciefer what he was saying.
He is an excellent professor. You must take him!! Very funny and smart, I learned a lot with him. Best Math professor ever!
he 's the best, you must take him.
THE BEST math teacher I've ever had. Even though attendance is not mandatory it's still very important. He moves quickly through the chapters but is very clear and explains things in a way were you CAN'T get lost! Verryyy funny, and truly makes class interesting. I love this professor and I plan on taking him any chance I get :)
He is the best, if you really want to learn and take a good grade you must take him. Really Nice
Really nice professor, very helpfull. if you really want to lear and get a good grade you must take him, his the best. trust me
The best math professor i ever had.only problem is he has a very strong accent. but he is very helpful and will make you understand every lesson. i really recommend him.
Had Gonzalez Jr. Really good professor. He is extremely helpful and makes sure you understand everything clearly.
This professor is awesome. He makes sure you understand everything. He will repeat himself until you understand. Math use to be my weaskest subject, but with him I felt a lot more confident about math. I say take him. AWESOME!!!!!!
He's really funny and keeps the class interesting...the online hw helps you study for the tests so as long as you do that you'll pass...but in this class there a project that requires 20 hours of community service hours :/ which is stupid if you ask me
really helpful!! makes sure everyone in the class is on the same page and doesnt mind exolaining things to you over and over again. if math is one of your weakest subjects you should definitely take him, he makes it crystal clear! passed with an A!
Excellent professor. He knows how to teach and cares about his students. You should take his class.
He is a very good teacher, helps you a lot.
The best
He's the best. By far, one of the best math teachers I ever had. He explains everything clearly and his tests are easy. Well, you have to study, of course! but he makes it a little bit easier sometimes.
He can be hard to understand sometimes, but overall he is a really good teacher, he cares a lot about his students, and is really helpful if you show interest.
good teacher cuban accent but explains everything on the board.
He is a good teacher, but you have to study and do the hw which is like extra credit. He gives study guides and a lot of opportunities to pass his class. I took mac2311 and mac1114 with him. I really recommend him.
I'm going to be very sincere and specific because I don't want anyone to fail his class and feel miserable. He's the Kanye West of Mathematics ! He goes through 3 to 4 sections per class.Furthermore, he assigns online H.W. which his FATHER selects for you (He admitted this). His test are only 90points and allows you to do
You can't go wrong with Belarmino Jr. He's a really nice man who care about his student and their success. I would I highly recommend him to anyone. Drops Lowest grade with final, Project paper to boost grade, group exam, another exam with notes. Can't go wrong here.
He is the best math Professor i have ever had. in high school i had always had really bad grades and with the transition to college in MAC1105 and MAT1033 i could understand everything he explained. i wish i could take him for all my math courses. removes lowest grade. always gives a review for the exams very organized!! THE BEST
Let me tell you, I was sweating it taking Trig, but with this guy? No sweat. Mad things easy and crystal clear, not to mention he always had a good story to tell. Take classes with him, he's a good teacher and make sure you take Belarmino Gonzalez Jr, NOT THE FATHER!!
Super funny professor, makes the class very interesting and familiar enviroment. I am currently taking MAC-1105 with him and will recommend it to everyone. Belarmino Gonzalez Junior. Explains in details every excersice and does not move on to the next until everyone understands well. I give it a 10-10+++.
GREAT PROFESSOR, HE CARES ABOUT STUDENTS AND THEIR SUCCESS. CAN'T GO WRONG UNLESS YOU DON'T PUT YOUR PART. ALWAYS GIVES REVIEWS FOR HIS TEST WHICH MOST TEACHERS DO NOT DO. VERY LENIENT, FUNNY AND A GREAT PERSON IN GENERAL. MAKES MATH SEEM LIKE A PEICE OF CAKE! HE'S MORE THAN GLAD TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS IN CLASS AND ALWAYS AVAILABLE IN OFFICEHOURS
Amazing professor. He is willing to help anyone pass. He explains everything crystal clear as well. I strongly recommend him if you want to have a smooth sail throughout the semester and actually learn.
Extremely helpful professor! Kinda funny at times, but knows how to teach (once you pass the strong accent), knows what he's talking about, and most definitely makes us understand why the class is important. Recommended!
He has to be the best math professor on the face of the earth! He cares for his students and is very understanding. There is no tricks on the exams. Its based on what was covered in class. I got an A for the course but I put in the work! So pick his class up immediately and PUT IN THE WORK and you shall receive.
MUST TAKE; funny, nice, helpful, easy class.
This professor is brilliant. He knows his math and physics. You have to study and do all you H.W. but it's worth it. The class is graded fairly. I recommend you skim through the chapter before the lecture and then after his lecture it will all make sense. Get 100% in all H.W. It really helps you.
Really Good Professor I got an A and am not good at math you just have to do all the hw online, do the test review he gives which is pretty much the test. He is really nice and would answer your question no matter how many times you ask. He is really helpful one of the best math professors I ever had.
I think most of the comments here are coming from those that took the son. The father is very confusing and you will NOT understand what he is saying, which makes the class that much harder! This is a difficult course so you need all the clarity you can get.i passed the class. TAKE SOMEONE ELSE! WARNED!
DONT TAKE HIM !! YOU WILL FALL ASLEEP . HES REALLY CONFUSING AND HAS MONOTONE VOICE WHICH MAKES THE CLASS SUPER BORING . HE GOES OVER THE EXAMPLES WITHOUT EVEN ASKING IF YOU UNDERSTOOD OR NOT ..
I took the father and was amazed with his style, extremely funny and helpful, the entire semester was a blast, I really enjoyed coming to class. He went even so far to calculate the homework of each section into the corresponding exam grade. There is nobody better than him. Thank you Dr. Gonzalez!
I hated math but he made me realize how simple it is. He's funny and caring for all his students. DO YOUR HOMEWORK and get the best grades possible on them it really helps on tests.He loves teaching and that's what makes his class enjoyable.
Best Professor Ever!! Super nice guy. Easy and very helpful.
Pre-Calculus and Trigonometry during the summer...Very difficult class. Berlarmino is a good professor, but don't take this class if u are not very good in Math. Do he homework, go to pltl, study hard...
He has a heavy accent, but if you pay attention it's not that hard to understand. He's very helpful and he does his best to help his students find easy ways to work with the things no one likes, like fractions and graphing.
He is extremely nice and always willing to help you understand the subject more even after class.
The Best Professor ever!!!!! I had 1033, 1105 and going to take every math class with this guy! Super clear, fair, and knowledgeable!
Their are two Belarminos, the son and the father(which has a heavy accent). The son was my professor and I have never had a better math teacher than him. P.s like all math classes you need to study to pass his class.
this is my 3rd time taking this course, and i finally found a professor whose teaching style matches my learning ability! look no more, if math isn't your strongest subject this is the prof. for you! as of right now i have 100% in the class. taking him for other math classes. EXCELLENT PROF. i can't stress that enough. i actually enjoy math now!
Awesome truly awesome
This class is super easy if you go to class, take good notes, and do the online HW. He makes the lessons easy to understand. 4 tests, 1 final, 1 hw grade.
He is an awesome professor and a great person. You will enjoy taking math with him, especially if you don't like math.
Great Professor- has a passion for teaching doesn't have to write the problems on the board to give you answer- the guy is a GENIUS- easy passing.
Very good teacher.
He will make clear any confusion you've ever had about math. He is an excellent Professor and very passionate about the subject matter. Very smart and also a helpful professor. You will not regret taking class.
Best math professor I have ever had. I love his teachings. He is a mathematical genious with a ton of common sense. You dont have to take his final if you got A's and B's on his tests. Took him twice and haven't had to take his final exam. His explanations are the best and he gives you real live problems. You need the access code to do the homework
He has a pretty strong accent but I got used to it after a while. Straight forward math class. Do your homework and study and you'll do just fine
He is a great professor, willing to help you and always calling you his daughter!!!!!
hE IS VERY GREAT PROFESSOR AND PERSON. I am going to take all the math sequences with him.
I got a B in this class and didn't studied that hard. you will need the access code for online assignments.
Um did anyone mention that he doesn't allow you to use CALCULATORS during the tests...? I mean for someone who is doing a science or med major its fine but to an art major this is nuts ! Its not even real College Algebra?? But whatever if you get stuck with this class just be aware you have a time limit to calculate!
Great math professor! His class is very straightforward. Just do the online homework, the 4 exams and the final and you're done. His lectures are understandable and he will explain the problem as many times as it takes for everyone to understand. His tests are not that difficult just make sure to know the material! Attendance is not mandatory.
His test aren't multiple choice except for the final. Make sure you pay attention in class, do the online hw, and study the exam reviews he has on his website, and there's no reason why you shouldn't pass the class. Super nice guy, always relates math to real life. Make sure you always show as much work as possible in the exams!
He's a nice professor just not my cup of tea. Study hard.
Im horrible at math my first exam i got a 69 and the second a 72, THERE IS NOT MULTIPLE CHOICE show all your work, no calculator allow, after that a dropped the class. Hes very good explaining, the material is hard, he doesn't drop any exam, also you must complete all the HW online because is 20% of your exam.
Writing about the older Belarmino. I had to drop this class not bc I was going to fail but bc it was at 8 am & I could never get to class on time. Go to class and take notes!! He covers everything tht will b on test at a rlly fast pace his review is just like the test so do it. there r only four tests so do well from the start & do ALL hw.
GREAT PROFESSOR , PERIOD
I'm horrible at math and I really enjoyed this class and his teaching. DO NOT MISS CLASS. The material covered in each class is crucial for testspassing the course. He lets you pair up with someone for the tests. Very clear, calm and patient. Answers emails immediately. Must buy Math Lab for homework but it helps to prepare you for the tests.
Excellent professor. If you aren't good at math, I highly recommend you to take this class with him. He will clarify any doubts you have about math. He has been the best math professor I hava had in all my life.
Take all the math sequences with him. He is a great professor. You even get to take the exams in pairs
Great teacher! He's super clear and helpful. He gives 4 tests. Do the reviews before the test! The questions are super similar to the questions on the test. He lets you do your tests with a partner. You'll pass easily as long as you show up to class, do the hw and the practice tests.
I do not recommend this class! I didn't understand ANYTHING he explained. If he would just better his english a little maybe I could have a better shot. And he does NOT let you pair up for tests anymore, guys. Overall he's extremely nice and funny.
Very good but you Must study! Dont take it in a mini term!!! You will die trying To catch up!!
He's a good professor! He lets you partner up during exams with another person, but you have different numbers, same exam. He gives you HW on Angel. There are 4 exams and 1 Final, No Mid-Term. Class is important to go to because if not you're lost, unless you get notes from a friend!
I took his mini terms MAC 1105 AND MAC 1140. He is the best professor in the math department in the Inter american campus. Take him and you wont regret it. Math isnt hard you just have to put your mind to it.
Does not teach properly goes through the concepts very fast and deviates from the subject that we are learning. Doesn't answers questions properly. I learned calculus from the tutors. His test are ridiculous for what he teaches. I love paying attention to people's lectures, but his lectures had no content it was like reading formulas in the book.
WORST EXPERIENCE I HAVE HAD WITH ANY MATH CLASS. HORRIBLE TEACHER!! If you are a student who requires clarity, one-on-one, step-by-step in math, do not take him!!! He speeds through his lectures and it makes it ten times harder with his heavy cuban accent. Great person, horrible teacher. trust me and do not take him, please
This class was TOUGH especially for someone that sucks at math you're better off finding someone else that teaches this course. He does let you work in partners for quizzes but needless to say he speeds through lectures and is just plain confusing. I passed with a C, BARELY.
homework on mymathlab is a must it is 20% of the unit grade the other 80% is the test itself. I was grateful for that 20% because I may have gotten a way lower grade if i had not did the homework. I can't really understand what language he is speaking, i know it is some sort of spanish but.. yeah. he's funny i guess. some of the lessons are hard
He can be confusing at times, but he always tries his hardest to make you understand.
Took him in the spring semester. I take my word for this, if you are student who struggles in math and requires one-on-one attention and clarity step-by-step... DO NOT TAKE HIM!!!! He goes through each lesson as if we already know this. No notes, no calculators on test. AND a very tough grader. Trust me and do not take him.
This professor is one of the best I've ever had. He enjoys teaching, and makes you enjoy math. I really like his class. I feel sad that he doesn't teach other higher level courses like cal- II. I would've taken him for all my math. :)
Amazing teacher. I finally found a great math professor. Thank you for making the class so funn and easy.
Horrible, he have the strongest accent ever. You wouldn't understand anything he teaches.
Amazing teacher, I regret not taking him for MAC1105
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Professor Gonzalez is a overall great math professor. Very knowledgable in the subject he's teaching and other mathematically focused subjects (Physics etc.) His accent might confuse you sometimes, but it isn't bad. You must study for this class or you will fail. He drops the test with the lowest grade, and curves each test.
He is the best professor ever!!!!!!!!! He really know his stuff and he wants to see you pass! He also is very motivating and fair. If you don't understand something he will be willing to help you, you guys should take him he is a great professor and very respectful. Even though he has an accent it is not hard to understand what he is saying.
Took this class online. 2 proctored exams, which if you do the practice test, they are THE SAME and you will pass. Homework is on every chapter sections, but it isn't too bad. He normally extends the due dates which is nice & answers emails within hours.
I did not like him in the beginning, but as the semester went on I became more understanding of his techniques. He lets you work in groups on the exams and the final is multiple choice. Do not take him if you are a student that wants everything handed to you without the work. He is a great professor, and I AM taking him again next semester.
I love him he is the best teacher ever!! I wish i can take him as my teacher for all my math courses. He not only explains things clearly but won't move on till everyone is on the same page. Plus he make learning fun!!
Professor Gonzalez is hands down an awesome professor. I usually don't rate professors, but I had to for this professor. Overall his class is fair. There're 4 tests and a final including homework. Tests overall are not hard if you really pay attention and go to math lab. He gives a review which is pretty much the key to passing the tests. Best Prof.
I have to say that this prof is really prepared and has extensive knowledge in his subject matter. Sometimes is hard to understand and students might get confuse if they dont pay full attention or attend every class. If you put your max effort he will pass you or curve your grade. no need the TEXTBOOK but you need to code for the homeworks.
Best professor ever!!! He loves what he dos and his way of teaching shows it.
My first experience of a horrible professor. If you're a student who requires clarity, step-by-step, & visuals, DO NOT TAKE HIM. He was very fast w. lectures/ skipping steps assuming you knew what he was doing. Always belittled me whenever I asked a question, and made me feel insecure about my learning disorder. Take my advice, DO NOT TAKE HIM.
He is the easiest professor you can have in math class, he has so much knowledge, and he is there willing to share with you. I am very thankful that I was able to take the math classes with him.
From my experience, he is not good but he does gives you chances to bring up your grade. Half of the review questions mostly likely won't be on the test. I like math but he made me feel like I was not ready for college.
Mr. Gonzalez class is very straight to the point. I took his online algebra class and he has 4 test, 2 which are proctored. If you study the practice tests, you WILL pass. Its the same problems with different numbers, no surprises. That was the best part. He's a little hard to get a hold of and the worst part is that you have to use connectmath.
Nice professor, but really hard tests, do not expect to get an A unless you are a math genius. Consider yourself one if you do. But really nice, he will help you if he can
Great professor; I took this class online and got an A. He gives you homework, and practice tests, if you take the practice tests, you'll get an A as well, the exams are very similar to the practice. He responds quickly to your emails and questions. Would love to take him for any class again!
I did not like this professor at all. I had him for a mini term and it was just chaos! He takes forever to explain one example and just makes the class boring . He seems like a cool person, but definetly not suited to be a teacher. Wasnt satisfied with the lectures.
There are two Belarmino Gonzalez. Be careful because everyone here who is giving a good review probably took the younger one that is teaching at InterAmerican. And the other people who's giving bad review probably took the older one that's teaching at Wolfson. I have taken both. I confused the second time because I was not expecting this old one.
He is a great professor... he tends to talk off topic sometimes but overall it is an easy a... your homework is online and it's a short class... all you really have to do is show up and you'll pass.. he is really laid back, understanding and is willing to help any of his students.
He is a good professor he just has an accent that many could not understand. I would suggest you to go to tutoring if you wanna pass his quizzes. You can ask questions while he is lecturing and he will help you out when needed. All homework is online and it is 20% of your quiz grade..
cant even undesrtand what he was saying in the class bad english and all the time want to do it very fast
He is an excellent professor, however there are a LOT of HW in his class, this HW has a value of 15% of the final grade, but also he pays a LOT of his attention to the HW, so if you want to get and A in his class you MUST complete the HW, the exams are in group of 3 people and if you attend to his classes you will pass without problem,very nice.
What he teachers is completely different than how his tests are structured. This is most likely because he doesn't write the test himself. He just generates them from MathLab. Also, he gives group tests. You don't have to group with other people, but if it wasn't for that fact, everyone would fail. The class is just structured terribly.
He seems like a cool guy, but he is actually a show off. He explains well, but only goes over the easy stuff. Lots of HW. His exams are extremely hard; that's why he lets you do them in groups of 3. Still most people do not pass the exams, so half the class will drop. Even other profs at MDC say he makes class hard on purpose. Waste of time! BAD!
Amazing teacher, I would probably take him next semester
There's two of them. I took with the one in Wolfson. If you need step by step and every little detail then do not take him. If you love math and you are really good at it then you will not have a problem with him.
I took Professor Gonzalez at IAC. He is a great professor. Calculus 2 is a difficult subject but he really tries to make you understand. The Pltls are just like the tests so make sure to study those.
Awesome proffesor! If you want to learn some math choose this professor!
A solid choice for a math professor. Tests weren't extremely difficult and he does give partial credit sometimes and doesn't take off points for not showing work. The homework is easy (MyMathLab) and a week before the tests, he emails the class practice exams with problems that are very similar to what will be on the test.
Prof Gonzalez knows the material very well, he is definitely a mathematician. He makes sure you are understanding the work. Do the homework, spend time out of class working as many problems as you can and you should do well in the class. His final however was 35% of ur grade. So even if you have an A in the class and you fail the final you'll fail.
I love this professor. He is very sarcastic and will pick on you if you don't know your stuff. Encourages his students to always keep learning. His tests are really easy if you study the material. Take this class if you are ready to learn
He is amazing and willingly to help you if youre struggling. Hes funny and makes everything so clear
there two professors with the same name. one of them teaches in interamerican and the other at wolfson. i have taken both and the good reviews have to be for the professor in interamerican. he is great and takes his time explaining. The professor in Wolfson campus is ok. accent is very thick.
If you math isn't your strongest virtue, skip him.
Final grade represents 35% of your grade!!!
Worse prof ever. Do not take him
Professor Belarmino from IAC seems to be a good person; however I do not consider his class is well structured. He explains three exercises in class (covering a whole chapter) and put tests so hard that are almost impossible to complete.I think that MDC has to take action with this situation'cause is very unfair to students when classes are so poor
If you want a teacher that will teach you good and help you understand what's going on then this is not the teacher for you. He goes through the chapter very fast and is not clear. A lot of people dropped him after the first test and others stopped showing up. By the time we got to the final we were less then 20 people in that class.
if you like math and you have a good background, you will do just fine , he explains every chapter with clear details and examples, quizes are not multiple choice, so you must be aware of every detail, if u commit an error you will only get half point. He is good, he know his stuff, but let me tell you, if you dont study you wont pass for sure.
Run while you can ... he makes the class harder + he doesnt explain well . Test are 10 questions no multiple choices so every question is 10 points . Tests are hard , he lets do the tests in groups of 2 and even tho nobody passes . Seriously run while you can
This rating is based on Belarmino Gonzalez of MDC's Wolfson Campus, not the Interamerican campus. As for his MAC1105 Summer class, he has a heavy accent but nothing too impossible to understand. Gives you 2 weeks for about 190 online math questions through MyLab, super easy. Tests are mirror images of the reviews he passes out- Easy A for anyone.
In regards to the Wolfson professor- very thick accent. His class is very test heavy but as long as you do the study guides you should be fine. The homework is long and tedious, but isn't too difficult. Just don't leave it to the last minute. If you're not great at math I highly recommend going with a different professor.
Important things to know is that he drops students after two absences, tests weigh a lot, and homework is online. I took him for a six-week course and he did pretty well. He's not a mind-reader, so if you're confused, ask him to explain. However, I did find some difficulty being able to understand him because he has a strong accent.
The exams are way harder than what he teaches in class.
I am grading the professor who teaches at Interamerican campus. He is a really good professor, very knowledgeable, understanding and explains the content clearly. He posts chapter guides with exercises on blackboard. Exams have the same content. NO MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS. Be prepared to study hard!
He is a good teacher overall. The tests are exactly what he teaches. I just wish he would help with extra credit for those who struggle with math.
Never would take again he'll take a whole hour for two questions and nothing he teaches has to do with the tests the test reviews are nothing like the tests ITS GOSH DARN AWFUL
I personally very much liked Belarmino (INTERAMERICAN CAMPUS) he was cool to talk to, made funny jokes here sometimes, would ask if anyone had questions, and he tries to make everything clear and makes imaginative examples to try to help you get the lecture. Make sure to study WELL for the tests! DO NOT LEAVE MYMATHLAB FOR THE END, u will h8 urself
Thick accent but if you actually WANT to understand him, you will. Fair grading but such a sweetheart. Has dry grandpa jokes but its funny. Best to take this class with friends
I took his online class. I actually really enjoyed it. It was simple and to the point. 4 tests, 4 discussion assignments which were very easy, midterm/final and homework on connect math. You have all semester to complete the homework but he asks that you pace yourself to not fall behind. I received an A and I am very happy with this professor.
Literally the WORST math teacher you can take in Dade!!
Do not recommend, if you want to know what youre doing & you want to pass. DO NOT choose this professor!
Personally would never take this teacher again. Cant even talk right. Makes math a lot harder than what it already is.. smh
The reviews have 200+ questions. Avoid at all cost.
Awful professor !! Do not take him !!! He assumes everybody knows everything already and skips through all chapters and study guides are nothing like exams !!! His only grades are tests ... no grade on hw or extra credit .. never had such a bad professor ..
Super nice, and gives an opportunity for extra credit which is amazing because math is very challenging for me. He's also attractive and humorous which has nothing to do with his teaching abilities but a little added bonus to taking his class.
Professor Gonzalez is a great mathematician. However, if you struggle with math and need explanations, you may consider taking another professor. Be sure you have time to do a lot of quizzes and homework. With this being said, if you are good at math and have free time go ahead with this professor!
Worst professor I ever had. The exams are full with new content and the questions and extremely challenging. DO NOT TAKE!!
He's really nice. His tests are the hardest thing in the world. He allows you to retake exams if you get a high grade on the next one (he'll explain it, its complicated). He also gave us an extra credit opportunity once. Quizzes after every lesson. Take him if you're up for the challenge, are good at math, or have no other classes.
Great professor!! Would definitely take him again.
(I took this class olnine due to the pandemic) I personally didn't like him becuase is a self-study class. He just gave a us a very poor website to study. There weren't any videos and the theory was disappointing. Tests were heavy.
Online is super easy. You just need to do a lot of homework and teach yourself. You can ask him questions if you dont understand. He gives study guides before every test. They are similar to the test.
I thoroughly enjoyed Prof. Gonzales' class. He is a very "easy-going" teacher who is very smart in math. It is clear from the beginning that he does not want his students stressed out about Math. He explains, very well, how to work out different math problems. Very nice teacher. Would definitely take him again!
I took the online class, You gotta be able to study by yourself and teach yourself things with the material he provides, so If you cant learn math without lectures I'd say don't take. overall the homework's content matches the test's content so it's helpful.
Very organized however you will basically be teaching yourself the entirety of all the chapters. So if you are not good with that, don't take his class. Grades aren't hard and the reviews to the exams are very similar. He responds emails very fast and is attentive of his students. I would def take him again.
You basically teach yourself but it's doable. There is one homework for each section and 4 exams in total. Each question on the homework has a video explaining a similar problem and there are many attempts available so you can definitely get a good grade. Though he doesn't do lectures, he answers quickly if you have any issues and is understanding!
I took MAT 1033 a couple of years ago at Padrón Campus. Im not good at Math. He has been the best Math professor Ive had in my entire life. I spent hours studying by myself to get a good grade in his class. He was accessible outside class and he was always willing to help. I wish I could take him again.
This guy is great, answers and explains any questions you may have. I especially appreciate his patience with people that are terrible at math, such as myself. He never shames or looks at you weird for not understanding something basic, and will go above and beyond to explain. Grading is clear, and you have many opportunities to improve your grade.
This Professor is pretty decent, although I took the class through MDC Live we never met for the class, he said just to go for questions. The class does require a lot of personal teaching. Your grade in the class is made up weekly assignments and quizzes, discussion posts, and non-proctored exams. The class itself isn't easy but that's b/c math.
Grading system is unfair and confusing. The tests are different from lectures. Basically self-taught as the lectures do not hold much details nor help as much. The homework does not hold much value and will not bring your grade up, even if you do well in them. Midterm and final determine whether you pass or not. Will not answer if you need help.
Connect math, Test, and discussion post due at the end of each month. This class was super hard and the connect math homework was the worst, over 10 assignments due each month on connect math and can sometimes be up to 40 questions per assignment with 3 parts on each question. Both a final and a midterm which were super hard.
Course and professor wasn't bad, it was just too complicated to understand especially since it's an online class. Discussion posts once every few weeks. There is a midterm and final but professor has reviews for both exams and exams are very similar if not the same as the reviews. Would've passed if took class seriously.
Belarmino mi amigo, mi pana, mi brother, el mejor profesor de todos los tiempos en este College. Saludos a Oscar, Douglas, Robert, Michael, Nico, Diana, Fabian, Neysa, Farah y Mariam
Profesor Belarmino is great at what he does, you just need to be willing to learn. Lectures are very thorough if you ask questions and he teaches you the concepts from the ground up, unlike some professors that only tell you what's in the book. An excellent professor for this course, if you ask questions in class and do the homework you will pass!
my class was completely asynchronous, but he is willing to help you if you reach out. proctored midterm and final and he gives practice exams for each. one of the best math professors at dade
Good professor,you can tell he knows what he's doing. But he send so much homework to do. He offers an extra credit for each test that we take and they are 75 questions each, really grateful for that extra credit cuz at the end of the day its 10 additional points but it too much. The last extra credit was 83 question and we had to do it in a week.
Prof. Gonzalez is a good professor, yet the amount of homework he gives is overwhelming whatsoever. The assignments are long and the platform would give issues, It can be overwhelming as a full time student. He does give you extra credit opportunities though, and is very active with emails and grading. I would recommend taking his class in person.
Great professor, easy lectures, extra credit on all tests (4 in total), optional final (replaces lowest test grade). Average homework (around 10-20 questions per lesson). Passing is easy if you do homework on time and complete extra credit.
He for sure knows what he's doing, and if you study etc you'll get it because he teacher super good. Work is just hard and there's so much homework. he offers a extra credit for each exam which adds you 10 points but the extra credits are 60+ questions. He sends so much homework and stuff to do which are worth 20% and the other 80% is the exams.
Great professor. If you're doing well in the course, you don't have to attend class, but I recommend it anyway because his lectures are very good. Organized and always lets you know the tentative schedule for exams. Every test has extra credit (good for studying). Final replaces the lowest test grade + he'll pass you manually w/ a C if you pass it.
4 exams, optional final exam. Exams are worth 80% of your grade but it was easy because he gives you a practice problems and extra credits. He was one of the best professors I took at MDC Padron.
Prof. Gonzalez is probably one of the best math prof. I ever had. This class has a lot of work and a lot of extracredit. There is 4 exams (easy if you study). His lectures are amazing and he knows what he is teaching. Definetly would take him again! I recommend him a lot!
Professor Gonzalez is knowledgeable, but the course workload can be heavy. Attend lectures, use the free textbook, and try unstuckstudy ai for extra practice - it really helped me ace the exams.
Lectures are not helpful. You have to teach yourself. Lots of homework (not worth much). 80% of your grade is based on the midterm, final, and chapter tests. Chapter tests are proctored through LockDown Browser (no camera), and the midterm and final are through Honorlock (camera). I do not recommend him.
Very easy class. All assignments were done through Pearson. 4 exams worth 80% of your grade, which are not proctored. The homework assignments were worth the other 20% of your grade.
The professor knows a lot about algebra but was not very good at explaining the topics; students had to practically teach themselves. Exams worth 60%, assignments worth 20% and some bogus AI assignment in which we teach ourselves a chapter which is worth the final 20%. If you didn't put more than 4 decimals on each question you'd lose points.
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