3.6

Brian Johnson

Mathematics - Norco College

3.6
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
50%
Would Retake
122
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3.6
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
3.6
Helpful
3.7
Clarity

50%

Would Retake

122

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What Students Say

I've taken 4math classes at RCC and i would say Johnson was fair and teaches well

MATH1A - 2.0 rating

Took this class fall 2013

MAT35 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

66%

Textbook Required

50%

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Reviews (122)
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MAT12
May 5, 2004

Good teacher but not much of a personality.

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MATH12
Jun 27, 2004

A good teacher, but isn't very willing to help after class.

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MAT35
Sep 30, 2004

While I had no problems with mat 35, this teacher was tremendously boring, and assigned a ton of unnessesary homework. On the good side he makes good test questions that make reasonable answers, test questions are always easier than homework questions

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STATS
Oct 3, 2004

I took him for Intermediate Algebra. I was third ranked in his class. He is so good that I am taking him for stats. He is a straight forward person and excellent at teaching. I recommend him. If you don't like lots of homework--He is not for you

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STATMAT35
Dec 15, 2004

No Comments

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MATH35AND12
Dec 17, 2004

Mr. Johnson is a wonderful instructor. He is very clear and detailed in his explanations and I have never had any trouble receiving help outside of class. He does assign quite a bit of homework, but it is only for the student's benefit because tests and quizzes are much easier than the homework.

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MAT35
Dec 26, 2004

Super easy. Gives thorough, easy to understand notes and good reviews. He really doesn't have much of a personality; he cracked about three jokes over the semester... they weren't funny at all but it was hilarious just the same, because he was trying! EASY class... take it!

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STATISTICS
Jan 5, 2005

Didn't enjoy the class at all; not only is the man extremely dry, but his lectures were confusing. There wasn't a single A in my class, and only three of us got a B. Would definitely recommend taking a different professor, unless math comes easy to you or you have to take it.

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MATH35
Jan 11, 2005

Very easy class, Mr. Johnson is a very good teacher. Clarifies everything. Needs to have more of a sense of humor though. Recommend takin this class with him!

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MAT35
Jan 13, 2005

NOT REALLY THAT GREAT OF A TEACHER. TOOK HIM TWICE GOT C'S BOTH TIMES. DONT REALLY KNOW WHY I TOOK HIM AGAIN.

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MATH35STATS
Jan 17, 2005

Anyone complaining about Mr. J is lazy and unprepared for a college workload. The classes were great; I EARNED A's in both Math 35 and Stats. Don't take this professor if you don't want to learn or if you expect a good grade just handed to you with no effort on your part.

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MAT1C
Jan 17, 2005

This guy is so easy! He even let us use our notes in the exams, even in the final!He gives a lot of homework but that's a good preparation for the exams. He tries to answer every homework question you have. But if you have questions that go beyond what is in the textbook, he is not able answer them.

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STATS
Grade: B+
Mar 9, 2005

Good teacher. Sticks to the basics, doesnt try to explain crazy concepts you dont need to know. Kind of a lot of homework, but its great practice for exams. he fully explains and works out every homework problem you ask him to.

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STATISTICS
Mar 11, 2005

It was an easy class but he is very dry. It seemed to me that he doesn't like his job. It was pretty boring but overall it was easy.

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STATS
Mar 29, 2005

i had algebra 3 times (waiver) before i passed with him, then i took stats and passed the heck out of that too! About as funny as a car wreck but do you want to learn math or jokes... clown. Great teacher and willing to help you get out of RCC, awful loser.

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STATS
May 3, 2005

Not a very nice teacher! Doesn't care about how his students do. The tests suck! I took this class with a defferent teacher and passed with flying colors! Don't take this class with him!

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MATH35
May 4, 2005

if you are not naturally gifted in math DO NOT take this teacher! he is impatient, arrogant and uncaring to those who need a little more assistance. i have come across MANY people (mostly females) that feel the same way and had to end up dropping his class or risk a failing grade.

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MATH3512
May 10, 2005

I am a female, and I earned A's in both classes I took with Mr. Johnson. If some students stopped spending so much time looking for scapegoats and started spending more time focusing on class, then maybe their grades would improve!

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MATH1ASTATS
May 17, 2005

Mr. Johnson is a good teacher. He is very thorough and helps students if necessary. It may seem as though he is uninterested, but that's not true. He will help you if you go ask him during his office hours. One thing you have to understand is that you have to put effort into any math class. I got A's in both.

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MATH12AND35
May 28, 2005

This class is extremely fun. If you have his sense of humor--even better. I don't know what everyone else is crying about--they were probably just not smart. I found him hillarious. Nobody understood his jokes because it requires an intellectual mind to understand--I received an A in both classes.

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MATH35
Jun 11, 2005

While I got an A in his class, I agree that he's not too sympathetic to those who need a little extra help. Very impersonal, he needs to lighten up a little with his students, but his lectures are awesome, he's very clear & precise, & he approaches difficult problems, with a calmness that stops you from freaking out-"It's just a pattern..."

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GEOMETRY
Jun 23, 2005

He is a nerd. he always wears Green, and when he writes on the board and talks to the class at the same time it looks like hes talking out of his armpit. the class was somewhat easy. i got a "C"

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MAT35
Aug 25, 2005

If you like math you'll do well, if not...stay away from this teacher. He's not very helpful when you ask him to explain the material. He's somewhat of a jerk, but if you want to be in a class where the teacher just goes there and talks without caring if you're paying attention or not, then take his class. Otherwise, find someone else.

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MATH35
Sep 1, 2005

The class is easy if you like math! Even if you don't like math it's not difficult to pass at all!His teaching skills are tremendous and he is clear but doesn't really help you after class! He does however take similar questions from homework and classwork on tests!

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PLANEGEOMETRY
Dec 16, 2005

To tell the truth I hardly paid any attention in this class whatsoever.I did most of my studying on my own time,so I really can't comment on his teaching abilities.But his tests are fairly easy, and very fair.Many questions form from the easier ones in the book.Also for homework he is willing to answer any questions before class,and in his office.

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MAT35
Dec 20, 2005

I did not like him at all. I had to drop this class so I did not fail permanently

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GEOMETRY35
Jan 14, 2006

Mr. Johnson is a very nice teacher. I had to take this class over, I explained to him that I didn't get it the 1st time please go slow. He was very fast with his lectures. But I was able to go talk with him after class and before to understand the concepts of Geometry. He helpful and nice.

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PRECALC
Feb 17, 2006

I think he was the most fair teacher I have ever taken. Grades go by points so no one else can screw you up. He makes sure you understand the material and there are no super hard questions on the test that make you feel like you've never even seen anything like it. Overall a good teacher.

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MATH1A
May 11, 2006

He's a very nice teacher.

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MAT35
May 22, 2006

No Comments

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MATH35
Jun 6, 2006

well, he was quite boring. he is a nice guy and does his job, but he didnt seem to want to be bothered with questions. if you do your homework, the rest is easy

3.0
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MATH
Jun 21, 2006

No easy but not hard. Not good or bad. It's all just ordinary. Every day he does the same thing over and over again with diffrent questions of course. Never talk about anything else except his lecture. So the class is just quiet all the time ....

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MATH35MATH1A
Jul 21, 2006

He is very fair, do the HW and youll be fine.

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MAT35
Oct 18, 2006

One of the best math teachers I ever had, very thorough. Lectures can get boring, repetitive.. but it's math-35, what do you expect? I found it very easy to learn from his method of teaching.

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MATH1A1B
Nov 3, 2006

I had him from precalculus (Math 10) all through single-variable calculus. Wonderful professor! Lectures are thorough, and he has a neat sense of humor if you can come to understand it. I'd recommend him to anyone in the lower or the higher math classes. He is always open to questions. I learned so much!

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MATH35
Dec 16, 2006

had him for the hybrid class, way too much homework. thought he would be a little easier on the work because we were first hybrid. exams were ALL fill in no multuple choice he would have questions on the exams that werent even in the book. other than that he was cool explained things good think i would have done better in a regular class.

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MAT35
Dec 21, 2006

I suck at math and I still got a B. Just go to class watch the lectures online and you'll be okay.

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MATH1B
Dec 28, 2006

He is my favorite teacher. I took him 1A, 12, and 1B. He is very helpful-answers all your questions. His way of teaching is wonderful. You learn a lot.

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MATH35
May 7, 2007

Awsome

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MATH35
Jul 25, 2007

He's cool. Enough homework to learn, but not overwhelming. Good lessons and he helps when I get stuck.

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MAT35
Sep 9, 2007

Mr. Johnson is awesome! I took him for his online course and passed with an "A" He is extremely helpful and his online lessons rock. He will help and explain even more thouroughly, if you ask. We did have quite a lot of homework but that made the tests easier. I didn't use my book at all. I just took notes from his lesson. Totally recommend him.

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MAT35
Jun 24, 2008

HARD HARD HARD. I was hoping he was going to drop the lowest test grade, but I was out of luck. HOWEVER, I failed the final exam and still passed the class with a C.

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MAT1A
Dec 7, 2008

The best teacher I've ever had. I was stuck at RCC because I failed 3 math classes. Took Brian for Int. Alg. and Stats. Both passed with a B. Went on to University where I since graduated but I wanted to Rate him anyways because he was the best math Teacher I've ever had. I pulled out his stat. notes ALL THE TIME while working on my psych. degree.

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MATH3
Jan 6, 2009

(Online) The lessons were always very clear, concise, and made my hated subject (math) the easiest it's ever been, because I understood the whole class clearly. He always replied to email fast with examples/explanations when I had a question. Definitely the best online teacher I've had. Didn't need a book because his lessons were that clear.

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MAT35
Jan 23, 2009

Great online instruction! A lot of complaints coming from fellow students saying his tests did not reflect homework. True in some cases however, all it did was make us engage our brains a little more. If you are looking for the easy "A", this is not the class for you. Very helpful and fair. I strongly recommend taking him.

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MATH35
Jan 29, 2009

Johnsons class was the best ever on line. the lectures are recorded and you can stop n rewind, so u can actually take good notes. and the h.w. assigments help w/ the test b/c u can redou the problem untill u get it right wich byfar is a much better than traditional class settings.i tried taking in b4 and failed miserably b/s lectrs r always rushed.

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MATH35
Nov 17, 2009

crystal clear .knows what and how to teach effectively...easy going...funny....intelligent and i couldn't have asked for a better math teacher....i went from despising math to adoring it....teachers make a huge difference

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MATH35
Feb 14, 2010

Great instructor! I took at class at RCC for Fall (Yvonne Ash) and I was failing so I dropped it, and as soon as I took the course with Mr. Johnson, it made so much more sense! The lectures make it 100x easier to understand, he is very approachable and his tests/assignments are reasonable. I would definitely recommend!

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MATH35
Feb 25, 2010

He was great! At the time, I felt overwhelmed; however, I learned so much! He explains math concepts simple and to the point! He does give lots of homework but, it will help you in the long run! He gives plenty of study guides to prepare you for test! Great professor!

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MAT35
May 21, 2010

Johnson is a really nice and fairly funny man. I took the course during Winter of '10. Therefore the class was excelled, but he made it really easy on the students. He was easy to understand, a fair grader, and the test reviews were extremely helpful. I would suggest taking this teacher.

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MAT35
Jun 12, 2010

The class isn't the worst I've ever had...but he isn't helpful. He also makes rules and cut off dates without telling people. He gave me C eventhough I was in the B percentile because my homework was a day late...eventhough the program allowed us to still do it and he never said it would cut off at a certain time. He is unfair at times.

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MAT35
Jun 14, 2010

I rarely attended his class. I loved the online lessons he gave. If you watch them and do your homework you should do well.

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MATH35
Aug 25, 2010

a big zero do not take him.

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MATH1C
Sep 28, 2010

RCC Math proff easiness in "calculus courses or above." D. Smith, K.Nabours, B.Johnson, Robles = 5, Cheik=3, Ruiz, Chui Z = 2, Sean Drake = 1(If you can't trust me, take him.), Sanchez = 0 The quantatity of hw I got from Johnson was the most. But only for A, his course was the easiset. It is not becuz I solved many hw, but becuz his exam is easy.

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MATH35
Jan 20, 2011

The class is hard but Johnson is easy enough. I took it online over summer and got a C. He is a nice guy but he is just kinda boring. teaches straight out of the text book. His Online is better bcuz you can rewind it until you understand. I would recommend muting the videos and putting on your ipod he is that dull but he is a pretty good teacher :)

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MAT1C
Feb 6, 2011

The BEST teacher to take if you want to really understand Multivariable Calculus. He gives you lots of homework which is a GOOD thing because solving lots of problems is the only way to actually succeed in any math-related field. He has all of his lectures online. Not the most exciting, but a very nice guy. Go to office hours.

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MATH35
May 6, 2011

He teaches you nothing. He expects you to know it and if you ask him for help he just does the problem and moves on without explaining. Awful.

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MATMAT
Jun 13, 2011

Professor Johnson put together a good online program for MAT 35. If you are a math phobic and need 35 for your program, consider taking Mr. Johnson's class online. He has a way of describing complicated concepts well. On the discussion board, he seems accessible. Online means you get to go over things over and over. Multimedia homework is fun!

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MATH35
Jun 15, 2011

He is a great techer who is dedciated to his student. He is very helpful and give a lot of homework assignment and quizzes every two week.

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MATH1A
Jul 31, 2011

I've taken 4math classes at RCC and i would say Johnson was fair and teaches well. His tests are mostly from the home work, He's also good going and not boring.

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MAT1C
May 26, 2012

He makes math really easy! Don't be ashamed to ask him any doubt! He gives a lot of homework, but it is due every test day, so you have time to comprehend it well! Really good teacher for Multivariable calculus!

5.0
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MAT35
Mar 25, 2013

Great teacher, gave lots of examples and tried to teach in many different ways. Best math teacher ever

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MAT64
May 6, 2013

Makes math a lot easier. Fun class

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MATH64
Jun 6, 2013

Yup I finally understand math thanks to him. Overall very awesome teacher I will be definitely trying to attend all the classes he offers

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MAT36
Jul 25, 2013

Took Trig during the Summer and it was so fun. I didnt like trig in high school but i learned to love in a short 6 week course. Taking his class was one of the best decisions I made because he is an awesome teacher and is so clear. He went over homework everyday if people had questions & always went above and beyond to make us understand. Take him!

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MAT11
Oct 30, 2013

It is a math class, so overall it is pretty boring. He does throw in a few jokes that lighten the mood. The class is based on yourself. There is 4 tests 4 homework packets and that is about it. Overall you earn your grade

3.0
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MAT35
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 12, 2013

Nice professor, but I had to drop his class because it was a hybrid class. Math is my worst subject and the hybrid teaching method did not work for me. It consisted of watching videos the professor posts online to "self teach" the math and then doing homework. Then you ask any questions in class. Personally, I did not like the "self teaching".

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MAT11
Dec 18, 2013

Expected everyone in the class to know everything before he even taught it. didn't explain anything and always skipped steps making it so we had to figure out how he got that answer. not a good teacher at all

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MAT35
Jan 21, 2014

Took this class fall 2013. great instructor. hybrid class so you did your homework from his videos and went over in next class. He is very patient and explains problems well. I would recommend him for mat 35 class. Do your homework and study they study guides there almost exactly like the tests.

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MAT52
Apr 26, 2014

Professor Johnson is honestly one of the best math teachers I have had! He is straight to the point, and explains things so clearly. If you have any questions, stay a couple of minutes after class and he will be happy to help.

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MATH12
Jul 31, 2014

This class was terrible, if you do poorly on the test your screwed. There is only 500 possible points you can make in the class and no extra credit! What sucks is that he never grade the homework, he only check it all on the day of the test. Which leave people clueless if they are doing the problems right...

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33837
Grade: C
Dec 22, 2014

I cannot believe I passed this class, Johnson passed me with a C but I definitely deserved a B in this class but I blame that entirely on Johnson. I felt like I was walking a tight rope the entire semester. First off he doesn't explain anything unless you meet with him after class, that's if he even makes it to class. I do not recommend him.

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MAT36
Jan 15, 2015

Prof. Johnson's class was really easy but fast paced. i took his trig class in the winter and as long as you did your homework and paid attention in class you passed. you can almost tell he didnt want to be there just as much as us but still tried to keep the class entertained. and he doesnt answer emails. but all in all his class is worth taking.

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MAT3630666TR
Grade: A+
Apr 26, 2015

professor johnson is a great teacher. It was a winter class, so it was quick paced. He did skip 2 classes, without giving us notice, but we still managed to finish everything with ease. He gave us a geometry review which i found really helpful. It's Math so don't expect it to be interesting. I would defiantly take him again.

4.0
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MAT361A1C
Grade: A
Jun 25, 2015

I took Professor Johnson for Math 36, 1A, and 1C and I can say he is the best math teacher at Norco. He clearly explains concepts in his lectures. He adds some light humor to make lectures more interesting. I always hated Math but he made me learn to appreciate it. HW is required; he just checks it on test day though. Highly recommend him.

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52
Grade: A
Jul 27, 2015

Took online. I am not good at math and this class was great! Lots of homework and quizzes but you can re-do homework as many times as it takes to get it correct before due date. Two chances on quizzes. Midterm and Final not bad as long as you do the study guides. There are discussion posts but pretty easy. Prof. always responded promptly to emails

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MAT1A
Grade: A
Aug 2, 2015

Hands down the best math teacher I have ever had! Prof. Johnson understands that people make mistakes and how you arrive at your answer is just as important, as such, he is extreemly generous with partial credit on tests for showing your work, even if your final answer is wrong. He is clear and elaborates when you have questions.

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MAT35
Nov 3, 2015

Literally the worst class I've ever taken. Listed as a hybrid, this class feels like an online class with homework help. He does no lecture in class, if you don't have time to spend watching his lectures at home - you're screwed. In class, if you're confused with his answers he'll look at you like you're stupid. I spent $200 for Khan Academy.

5.0
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MAT1A
Grade: A+
Feb 12, 2016

Amazing lectures!!! He is really easy. You will get an A if you do all the HW

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MAT35
Grade: B
Feb 18, 2016

I felt like i actually knew what i was doing in this class. He knew his stuff and made the material easy enough for you to understand. Personally the class being a hybrid class considerably helped me but if you don't enjoy a hybrid class as much i still feel like you would be able to understand the content that he teaches.

5.0
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MATH1C
Grade: A+
Mar 24, 2016

Johnson is a beast, he's the best math teacher in all 3 districts. He is very forward although over the years he has gotten a bit lazy. Had him for trig and it was fun and now for 1c and its fun. Received an A in both.

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MAT35
Grade: Not sure yet
May 21, 2016

took his MAT35 hybrid class, his youtube videos were helpful and he sent time going over concepts and homework in class. tests arent too challenging . kinda gets disorganized towards the end of the semester.

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MAT1A
Grade: A
Jul 30, 2016
Would take again

Best math teacher I have had at Norco. Took him this summer for 1A. He will take the time to explain anything at all to you and present it in a way you can understand. There is a good amount of homework, but with math, the more you practice the better off you will know the material. Wish he taught 1B, will look for him for 1C.

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MAT35
Grade: A+
Sep 8, 2016
Would take again

He is the best math professor I've ever had! i took the hybrid class. Explains theory very clearly, just need to follow him closely. Online lectures are amazing. He makes math look like and easy and fun subject. Gives a good amount of homework, but its very helpful for tests. Good reviews prior to tests. Highly recommend

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
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MATH35
Dec 14, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I found this class to be very difficult. I would suggest not taking this class if you find Math to be a challenging subject. There were many occasions where he would do the work in his head, by the time I figured out how he got the answer he had already moved on. I took his hybrid course, watched all the lectures, went to tutoring and did not pass.

3.0
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MAT35
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 8, 2017
Wouldn't take again

If you're one of those people who are just naturally good at math and enjoy teaching yourself, then this class is probably for you. However, if you are like me and you NEED the extra help in math, DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR. Lots of lecture + hybrid class, so you're doing a lot of self-teaching.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
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MAT36
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Okay so here's the deal. He gives no study guide, and the only extra credit opportunity is he lets you take a make up test that would drop ur lowest test score. Hardest A i have ever worked for. I thought trig would be a breeze. However he is a pretty chill prof. He teaches good, and that's all that matters. Get ready for homework. Also funny

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
4.0
3.0
MAT36
Grade: C
Jun 11, 2017
Would take again

He's your basic math professor. If you're good at math, you'll probably do fine. If you struggle at math, he's there to help. He always answers homework questions. Tests are just like what you see in the homework, and he gives a study guide for the final (which is easier than the exams). If I spent more time trying, I could have gotten an A

Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
4.0
2.0
MAT36
Grade: B+
Jun 11, 2017
Would take again

Johnson's class was very easy. I'm not good at math usually but he made it easy to understand. Do the homework and you'll pass no problem. Grade is based off 4 exams (he drops lowest) and the final. Online reviews. Homework is extra points towards exams.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
4.0
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MAT36
Grade: F
Jul 8, 2017
Would take again

I had him for Trig. Mr. Johnson explains concepts very well. He is willing to help when you need to and often makes time for just this. The homework can be a pain, as with a lot of math classes, there's loads of it. Really, to do well in his class you do have to work hard, and do all the homework. Seriously, do the homework, or fail like I did.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
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MATH2
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2017
Would take again

He's a gem at Norco College, he knows his material and can explain it front ways and back and appreciates a math challenge if you can give him one. He is super chill and explains the material very well. He is also a very fair teacher, no games like other teachers do. I recommend him 2 all my friends, and they say the same thing.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
MAT11
Nov 22, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Prof. Johnson is nice however, every time you show up to his class, theres going to be that same old boring lecture he gives on each chapter with no variety in teaching methods and he explains things WAY TOO FAST that you can barely keep up and understand what he is talking about. Overall, he is a boring professor that gives you a headache.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
MAT1A31192
Grade: A
Feb 9, 2018
Would take again

take MAT1A at winter term, if you want get an A, you need to do the homework, and worksheets. Also review the examples problems from the book or your note. Test not that hard but also not easy.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
MAT1A
Grade: A
Feb 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He was alright. He's great at explaining WHY we do what we do, but he also doesnt give enough examples to fully understand the topic. I took him for winter and it was honestly the hardest A I have ever worked for in Math. Math is so easy for me but over the winter I found the tutor filled in the gaps from class. maybe hes different in a long semest

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
4.0
MATH1ASTATS
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 25, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He was so fast when he was teaching when Id ask a question he made me feel stupid and he always made smart remarks telling me I need to go back and see what we just learned. Like dude we just learned this today how am I going to remember everything? I ended up dropping because I felt I couldnt learn from him anymore

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
MATH1ASTATS
Grade: Not sure yet
May 25, 2018
Would take again

Can anyone tell me in his Mat 2 class, do you guys quiz? Or only exam. Do you guys have study guide?

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
MAT1A
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2018
Would take again

He is a great professor, his test is not easy to pass so you need to work very hard for it, but the good news is he is not a tough grader, he gives points as much as he can.

Respected
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
MAT35
Grade: A+
Aug 3, 2018
Would take again

Prof Johnson is super funny in a dad-joke sort of way. He tries to keep lectures interesting. His YouTube videos are really, really helpful as a supplement to lecture. There are very few graded exams, and homework is extra credit, so learn the concepts well. His exams are easy questions based on all the examples he does.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
MAT35
Grade: A
Aug 18, 2018
Would take again

Awesome teacher. Would definitely take again

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
MAT1A
Jan 31, 2019
Would take again

Hes a great guy. He knows his subject well. When students were confused he made his examples even easier to understand. Goes over his problem thoroughly, sometimes skips very easy steps. You can see how much he likes math which I love in any professor. Mentions basic formulas and asks where they came from, then with a smile shows you:)

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
5.0
MATH12
Grade: F
May 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I took math 12 , and it was the worst class Lectures are heavy! Must practice a lot He doesnt give extra credit! Would be late sometimes and not prepared for example he would forget the text book to teach

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
3.0
3.0
MATH35STATS
Jun 27, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Professor Johnson knows his material and is there to help. He goes over homework questions each class session. No quizzes or group work. No extra credit and homework is due on exam day. He gives a study guide for each exam. I'd recommend tutoring if you struggle with math since it's not an easy A. Do ALL the homework!

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
MATH1A
Grade: B
Feb 17, 2020
Would take again

Professor Johnson is a great calculus professor at Norco Community College. He teaches the right amount of material in lecture with spare time for a review. Review days and doing the homework are key to success in his class. This class is perfect for anyone who struggles in calculus, but you need to put the time in to practice on the reviews and hw

Respected
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
MAT1A
Grade: A
Feb 19, 2020
Would take again

Taking Johnson for accelerated Calculus is a real challenge. His homework deliberately focuses on the hardest problems in the exercises, which can make homework take forever. Strangely, his exams are easier. When he lectures, he tends to skip through several steps of solving a problem when those steps are algebra. He loves to show off math proofs.

Respected
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
MAT12
Grade: A
Jun 15, 2020
Would take again

this was a online class in the beginning, before the covid-19 he only has two exams which is the midterm chps 1-6 and final exam 7-12 homework unlimited try's and redo quiz's for a higher grade even after the due date replies back fast on emails. for any rounding errors he will provide some credit/

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
2.0
MAT1A
Grade: A
Jul 23, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I took his class online during the covid pandemic. His lectures were lackluster; he just went over the examples from the book itself and the lectures themselves were prerecorded-there was no lecture via zoom etc. to ask questions in person. I would've really appreciated if he put more effort into the lectures... I learned more from YouTube :/

3.0
4.0
MAT1A
Grade: A
Feb 17, 2021
Would take again

I took Calc I during the winter (accelerated) and it was a lot of work. No zoom. Lectures pre-recorded videos. It was a rough 6 weeks. The hw & exams are all online with Pearson. He assigns a ton of hw, difficult 9 exams, & cumulative final. If you have job, family & kids, you'll have to put so much of effort. Otherwise find different Professor.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
MAT1A
Grade: A+
Aug 25, 2021
Would take again

Good organization of an online class and very kind and flexible.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Caring
4.0
2.0
MAT1A
Grade: A+
Aug 25, 2021
Would take again

He is a great professor.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Caring
5.0
4.0
MAT1A31192
Grade: A
Jun 8, 2022
Would take again

10/10

1.0
4.0
MAT11
Grade: C+
Jun 7, 2023

Doesnt teach at all and uses pearson to do the teaching. He provides no study guide so you are covering everything. Makes errors on the test due date so if you happen to wait to take the test, oops he made a mistake and its due today.

1.0
5.0
MAT11
Grade: B
Jun 15, 2023

You gotta teach yourself for most of the course and be prepared for several errors regarding due dates on the professors end. Offers no study guide and no extra credit.

1.0
5.0
MATH1B
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 24, 2023

Whatever you do do not take this professor.He teaches the subject as if the student already knows it and expects us to understand a whole calculus concept by solving a couple exercises on the board by himself.Does not have canvas,hw and tests on paper,no extra credit and an extremely tough grader.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
MAT11
Grade: D
Oct 25, 2023

3 tests 50% 6 quizzes 15% H.W. 15% Final 20% everything is online you have to teach yourself all the material, you have to input your answers on the test the way mathlab wants it inputted, if not it will mark it wrong, it won't give you partial credit

Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MAT1A
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 30, 2023

as someone who loves math he made me hate it. he teaches like you're supposed to already know the subject, and the only things for your grade are homework (which is only 10 points for so much work) and tests. only chose this class as a last resort or you're already good at calc. his class feels very unorganized and the work load is way to much

Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
MAT1A
Grade: C
Dec 5, 2023

DO NOT TAKE HIM. Your grade is based on 3 exams and the final. No quizzes, no assignments, nothing. I had straight As in high school and now a C in calc. Most people are failing. His exams are way harder than study guide. He teaches too fast and doesn't properly cover material. There are better math teachers at Norco.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
MAT1A
Grade: Incomplete
Dec 11, 2023

Stay away from Mr. Johnson, he is not friendly with his students and whenever I ask a question about the study guide or worksheets or say hello, he never smiles and is grumpy. Assumes students in calculus are smarter even when I am not a beast in math, banning note cards on exams, test retakes and even took away 10 minute breaks.

Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MAT1A
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2023

Steer clear of Mr. Johnson! He does not allow anyone to bring notecards or formula sheets to exams, and loads up the unit tests with super difficult word problems as he assumes calculus students are very smart. He will never smile and has an unprofessional attitude towards his students, even when you ask a question on your worksheet or lecture.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
MAT1A
Grade: C
Dec 25, 2024

Update: CONS: A lot of difficult homework that isn't proportionate to what he teaches and doesn't go over enough material for his lectures. Most of the students are failing the Calculus 1 course due to this. Pros: Worksheets and study guides are almost similar to exams, which are easier than the homework. Provides class breaks. Do not take him.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
3.0
STATS
Grade: Incomplete
Jan 30, 2025

Winter quarter online: does not teach; everything is self taught via Pearson. He takes too long to respond to questions. Forgot to post the module to Canvas but still only made it available thurs-sunday. I work weekends, so only having one day to do eight assignments and two quizzes because of his lack of responsibility is ridiculous.

Lots of homework
4.0
1.0
MATH3
Grade: Rather not say
Feb 20, 2025
Would take again

Johnson is my perfect teacher! Very easy to follow and straightforward lectures— we'd be out of class 30-1 hr early. Grading isn't the best though— grade consists of homework and 3 exams. He will pass you as long as you try!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Graded by few things
2.0
4.0
MATH3
Grade: C-
Dec 17, 2025

Your exams determine your overall grade. Homework is 30-40 points total, so make sure to do good on your exams. You can't use anything but pencil and calculator during exams so put in the time and effort to memorize steps and formulas SMH. If your answer is wrong, you get 0 points. Easy math, but just sucks he expects us to memorize things.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
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