The class is basically online, because almost everything is done through MathXL. However, Mr. VanDerLinden stresses class attendance as mandatory, and that has been really useful, because he is more than willing to help with the math problems. He is very good at explaining, trying to make it as easier as possible. He also makes class really fun!

I'm not really a math person but I really liked this class! The stuff I learned I could actually apply to my everyday life and Mr. Van is a really great teacher. If you're an arts student that's looking for a math class, I would definitely reccomend this one

Easy class

Mr. VanDerLinden is a riot and very kind and uplifting. The only trouble is that this course would be just as easy if it were done online. If you are poor at math then I suggest taking the class, but otherwise you can just as easily get a great grade by just doing homework in class, although beware asking for help if you do, it irks him.

Mr. Vanderlinden isn't only great at getting his point across in his lessons, but he is just an awesome person in general. By far one of the greatest instructors I have had all through my years of being a student. I strongly recommend him to everyone. He is always there for everyone, for both academic advice and life advice.

Mr. Van is a really cool guy. He is easy going and willing to help. Classes consist of him going over homework questions that people have. The class its self is very self directed you don't really have to go to class except for test days. Do the homework and quizzes. they are the bulk of your grade. Easy class. Easy A. Really chill teacher.

He is one of the best instructors i have ever had. He actually makes math interesting. in the past i never had a good grade in math and throughout this semester i have had an a, because he makes it easy to understand the material

Mr. Van is probably the best math professor at GCU! He explains every concept clearly using specific examples to help students understand. He makes class exciting but he'd definitely not afraid to embarrass you so just laugh along. If you have the opportunity to take him, do it for sure!

Excellent in helping out students!

Class is basically online, but you come to ask questions and get participation. He is a really nice guy and funny, do not get behind of put off the work, you will loose track easily. He is a fun good teacher though

He is one of the best teachers i've ever had! Hands down my favorite teacher! He explains everything perfectly and is super understanding. I has him for psychology (which could be a very touchy subject) and he makes us all feel very welcomed. He will go above and beyond to help his students out! So good he made me reconsider my major.

Mr. Van was an awesome teacher for someone who dislikes math as much as I do. He made the class fun and interesting by using stories and applying real life scenarios. If you don't like math, this class is for you. If you think that math has no place in your field of study, this class is for you. He is so helpful and cares so much about his students

Mr. Van is a great professor. As long as you do your homework and study for the quizzes, you will be able to pass this class with no problem. Would definitely take his class again.

He knows what he is talking about and the way he lectures makes it very easy for any student that is actually paying attention to absorb the lecture and information that you need for that class. He randomly calls on you to engage in the conversation but isn't strict about it. He truly makes you want to learn even if you hate school. (I do) Take him

Prof. Van is the nicest guy ever! He is super fun and helpful and tries his best to take all of the stress out of math. He will give you lots of stories and installations to help you understand everything. It is hard because this course is designed in a way for us to do a lot of the work ourselves online, but he did his best to be helpful. Love him

This class was okay. If you needed help it was easy to get it. I just wished that the class sizes were smaller because that would have helped. I needed more one on one attention and he was good about helping out. I hate math and this class was not as bad as thought it would be.

Mr. Van is the best, such a great guy he definitely made me actually want to go to class, hes so invested in students its awesome!! So happy to have taken his class!!!! Highly recommend

Mr van is the best teacher there is! Highly recommend! ��

Mr Van is a really chill dude. He's pretty funny, and makes a lot of jokes. The class I took though, was very different. Its basically a do-it-yourself class, and I never actually spoke to Mr. Van once. Weird, right? I hardly saw him actually because the class was available all week to go in for participation.

It's a blended course, so a majority of the time spent is outside of class. The tests are VITAL to your grade, so preparation is KEY. A lot of people tend to procrastinate this class since it's mostly independent learning and that makes it way more stressful than it has to be. Easy class. Professor Van is hilarious and really great at explaining.

cool dude. very chill. stupid clapping exercise in the beginning. lots of getting out of class early.

If you have math with Mr. Van, dont switch out!! Hes really really good. He cares about you and your success, takes time to answer questions (without making you feel stupid), and even though lectures are long, he takes time to explain concepts in depth. Participation is important, but its a class that isnt hard to sit through. Hes awesome!!

Despite what most people think, Mr Van is the coolest professor Ive met since being at GCU. He is so understanding and the classes are simply and well instructed. He was even more understanding when I was quarantined with no technology and the school didnt notify my teachers or my predicament! 10/10 would recommend him and would take him again!

He does not go in-depth for lectures, but if you email/schedule office hours, he is a great help. If you are not the best at math, do not skip this class or choose his 7 am. Make sure you dedicate ample time for Major assignments. PLEASE do not wait until the last minute with MA 3. He is caring/understanding. Take note of formulas and do ALEKS. :)

Mr. Van is a great professor and person. He is very knowledgeable about all of the material, homework, and exams. The homework is what you see on the test (almost exactly the same) so it is easy as long as you understand the homework. He is fun and energetic. It is PowerPoint heavy (since mine was online), but overall I would take him again.

Mr. Van is one if my favorite professors I have ever had here at GCU! I dislike math a lot but he made it fun and easy to follow along. Before tests he would pray for us and always made sure that we knew he was there for us. Even when we switched to online zoom classes.

I really enjoyed Mr. Van's class because he gives you the resources to succeed and then lets you work with what he teaches so if you go to class and pay attention you'll probably pass.

Mr. Van is seriously my favorite professor Ive had so far. He truly cares about all students, is genuinely so kind, and prays over the entire class before every single test. I absolutely hate math and am so bad at it, but this was one of my favorite classes just because of mr. van and the way he ran his class. & I even ended with a good grade !

He is an overall solid professor. His lectures are somewhat engaging and interesting to listen to. There is a medium amount of homework, but it is easy points. The major assignments are not explained well, so be sure to ask other students or ask him individually. The TA had really no purpose.

Overall, such an amazing guy who wants all of his students to succeed. Has a good sense of humor, and literally is a golden retriever lol

Professor Van is so awesome! He was very caring toward his students and showed his respect for us. This class is Excel heavy. For beginners with Excel it can be a hard start because he kinda lets you learn on your own and the instructions aren't 100% clear, but overall, the homework is not bad. You will have 3 major assignments.

I love this professor! It's an easy class but Professor Vanderlinden does a good job walking you through the math. He also answers questions. He does participation by signing in so if you understand something you don't really need to stay for class. You can just tell how amazing of a person he is by the way he talks. Take his class if you can!

I'm currently taking his class and will be finished soon. Dr. Van is a very understanding person and is super fun to connect with (I sit in the front row). He follows GCU's guidelines on SDS accommodations. If you're sick, provide a doctor's note! Other than that, he is very relatable & explains topics and assignments clearly IF you ask questions!

I don't understand the hate in these comments. While the major assignments were difficult, at least the first one, once I understood what they were like they were very easy. In addition, he was very accessible outside of class which made homework and major assignments easier. He truly does have a great heart and cares about students.

Dr. Van is an amazing teacher if you already have basic math skills. He goes over material in class but if you struggle with math, it might be too fast-paced for you. If you understand the basics of math he is great and a really sweet professor. Know that the Aleks assignments are time consuming but they actually teach you what you need to know!

I was scared going into this class after reading the reviews, I have always STRUGGLED with math. But this class is a piece of cake as long as you show up and put the work in. Topics 1+2 are fairly easy, but I warn you now 3+4 are going to send you into a spiral, but then 5+6 aren't too bad. Use EVERY resource he provides they really help.

I don't understand why his rating are awful when he spends half the class making sure everyone understands what he's explaining. His downfall is over explaining though. If you put in the work and show up to lectures, it's not hard to fail. Any math class will be hard if you don't put in the effort.

He s a good teacher, his class is mainly about lectures, and he loves questions!

I honestly don't know why he is rated so low. Although he is a tough grader, especially on major assignments, he does an amazing job at making sure every student feels prepared by going over it in class with Excel practice. He is very accessible for questions during office hours or after/before class. I very much enjoyed this class!

he's so easy. his exam reviews are EXACTLY his tests. he prays before every class and actually answers your questions.

I was scared going into the class due to the low score but it was actually crazy easy. Lectures are helpful but not entirely important since exams are EXACTLY as the reviews, just studying that helps. As for major assignments, he does practice ones with us that use the same formula as the real deal, and videos that show step by step. Love him.

The teacher was great at explaining topics even with a larger class size of 250 people. He uses a poll website for participation, even if you're in class, if you miss the prompt, your participation grade will go down. The Excel projects were annoying but not impossible to finish either. You're given plenty of time and resources like the workshops.

He was a pretty good teacher I was worried when I saw all of the bad reviews, but he is really nice and explains clearly. He is also always asking if he needs to slow down and offers help out of class. All the sections were easy for me, but I would recommend doing them the week before the quiz, so the knowledge is fresh for the exams.

Dr. Van is a good professor, he posts his slides so if you miss class you'll be able to understand what you've missed. Dr. Van is good at giving you an ample amount of time to do the major assignments and homework and as long as you show up you'll be able to pass the class with an A.