3.7

Christine Sun

Mathematics - Mt. San Antonio College

3.7
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
53%
Would Retake
115
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3.7
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
3.8
Helpful
3.6
Clarity

53%

Would Retake

115

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What Students Say

She's such a good teacher and explains VERY WELL

MATH71 - 5.0 rating

Which will boost your grade a lot so do it

MATH71 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

80%

Textbook Required

50%

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Skip class? You won't pass. (6)
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Reviews (115)
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MATH130
Nov 25, 2003

she is a very nice teacher.. always smiling and laughing.. just be as diligent as possible and you'll do well

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MATH130
Dec 17, 2003

hard class. she teaches the class as if you were a math major and everyone should understand every single detail etc. and she goes at an extremely fast pace. do the homework and study lots for her tests.

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130
Mar 25, 2004

she's so sweet and nice. many don't do well just do your work and you'll do fine

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MATH5272
Apr 6, 2004

awesome teacher. she gives a very helpful outline of what will be covered before each class. take good notes because she gives her own equations which are easier and specific for the tests she gives. great at explaining.

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MATH50
Aug 17, 2004

Dr Sun is a sweet lady. Hard to understand her English every once and a while. She takes time to explain things, and is very open to questions. Do all your homework and turn it in on time and you will do fine!

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MATH71
Aug 22, 2004

What a wonderful woman. She's so incredibly sweet and attentive. Gives great daily outlines so that homework is always a breeze. Plenty of opportunities for racking up extra credit with hw packages and study hours. Makes alegebra a lot less painful.

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MATH51A
Sep 21, 2004

Dr. Sun is an excellent teacher and a very nice person. I highly recommend her. She made things very clear and was always willing to help.

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MATH71
Dec 6, 2004

she is so cool. she is always ready to help.

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MATH71
Dec 8, 2004

She was a very good teacher and very fair. Also she gave so many extra credit opportunities it was ridiculous.

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MATH130
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2004

No Comments

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MATH51
Jan 28, 2005

She was born to do what she does (teach math). If u take her class you'll never get bored or want to fall asleep because she's soo full of energy. She's a funny lady and does things that wakes u up! One thing she says: "To remember my name, just think of the heat, because i'm HOTT." hahaha Dr SUN!

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MATH71130
May 10, 2005

She's the cutest little asian lady i've ever met in my whole life.She explains things very clearly(minus her accent).If you can't keep up with her, that's your fault.She's not hard, she just makes sure you learn the material.I hate math but she made it fun for me.She helps you out a lot.

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MATH130
Grade: B
Sep 8, 2005

She is a horrible teacher I've ever had...

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MATH51
Sep 14, 2005

No Comments

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MATH130
Dec 24, 2005

Teaches extremely fast, u have to keep up with her. 4 tests, final, 8 HW. Good thing about is she gives ALOT of extra credit, but she still sucks

5.0
3.0
MATH130
Jul 21, 2006

Very sweet lady! One of my favorite math teachers. Very attentive and helps you out a lot. Believes in her student and funny! I'm horrible when it comes to math but after taking her class, I actually like math now...

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MATH71
Jan 2, 2007

Best Math teacher ever!!! Homework is all couted as extra credit. Replaces lowest test grade if u have a 70% or higher on quizzes. Helpful and funny. Only 30 questions on tests and final, half is multiple choice. Quizzes 5-10 problems. Helps you succeed in class.

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MATH71
Jan 3, 2007

Fun & educational. Highly recommended.

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MATH130
Aug 6, 2007

Well, I took her during the summer. I would admit, she does go pretty fast, but you have to expect that during a summer session. During the summer, there are no quizes, 3 exams, replaces lowest exam with the final exam when you complete more 70%+ of your HW. Gives you study guides, etc. She's a nice, great teacher. I would recommend her for sure.

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MATH71
Nov 30, 2007

Shes is funny and really cares about her students success.DO THE EXTRA CREDIT AND MARC HOURS! Study hard for the tests and quizes.Wise to attend all meetings.Replaces final exam score with lowest test grade of quiz % is higher than 70.

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MATH50
Dec 1, 2007

Professor Sun is so cute! She is really fun and funny. She teaches all of the material in a way that anyone can get. I highly recomend if you take her, to do all the extra credit and the MARC hours. The only thing I can see that may be a problem to some people is that she as a bit of an accent. But its not bad. TAKE HER FOR MATH!!! SHE ROCKS!!!

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MATH50
Dec 7, 2007

She is a really cool teacher. All the homework is counted as extra credit. When she is discussing a lesson she asks if anyone has questions and if you do she helps you to understand it. She is very helpful and if you attend class and pay attention you should get an easy A.

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MATH71
Dec 14, 2007

dr. sun is such a sweet woman. she teaches math in such a way that even those who struggle can understand. she wants everyone to do well and provides tons of opportunities for extra credit. i dont know if i passed or not yet but if i didnt it isnt because shes a bad teacher. take her shes really good.

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MATH50
Feb 21, 2008

nice grade calculation system. i was getting 68 which was a D, but i got a B at the end. probably aced the final. she was a great teacher, funny and helpful. great teacher to have for learning math. seriously math is not that scare once you have her.

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MATH50
Jul 28, 2008

wow she is awesome! she wears that white lab coat everyday its tight but i dont know if she still does that haha. she teaches well and if you keep up with homework and listen to her..your set kid!

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MATH71
Aug 15, 2008

very good professor, makes sure everything is clear before moving on. homework is extra credit but you should still do it, it helps. tests are half multiple choice and half written, recommend her she is really good.

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MATH50
Feb 27, 2009

Fantastic teacher! Teaches very well, has sense of humor & is kind, well organized and always stays on task. Highly recommend!

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MATH50
Mar 25, 2009

SHE IS AWSOME. I HAD HER FOR WINTER 09 AND IT WAS VERY VERY FAST BUT SHE EXPLAINS EVERYTHING REALLY GOOD. JUST STAY ON TOP OF YOUR HOMEWORK AND ATTENDANCE AND YOU SHOULD BE PRETTY GOOD. THERE ARE NO SURPRISES ON THE TEST, SHE TELLS YOU EXACTLY WHATS GOING TO BE ON THE TEST.

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MATH51A
May 26, 2009

Dr. Sun is the best! She's extremely clear and helpful. The tests aren't too difficult, and I'm saying this as someone who is horrible at math. It really helps your grade if you do the HW. She's such a sweet, dedicated teacher. You'll love her!

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MATH71
Oct 10, 2009

If you want to make it hard on yourself, take Dr. Sun. She isn't lenient AT ALL, believe me or not (despite what other people say). I'm taking her class as i type this, I'm flooded in her ridiculous amounts of homework, I'm so frustrated I'm posting on here to warn all of you, DO NO TAKE DR. SUN. She made me hate math, and her lol

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MATH71
Jan 26, 2010

Dr. Sun was great! I really hate math, and I don't love it after the class lol but I did get it! She's waaay helpful and if you do your homework, which there is alot of, you should be golden. She gives lots of handouts & examples & tries to get everyone extra cred. I would totally recommend her. Most everyone in the class got a B, myself included!

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MATH130
Jun 9, 2010

she's very helpful. just make sure you do homework. it's just that 130 is just a really really looong class with lots of stuff packed into it. can be difficult but she definitely made it worthwhile for me.

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MATH130
Jun 10, 2010

Professor Sun is really helpful. Math is not my best subject at all, but she made it a lot easier. She explains things pretty well, and as long as you take the notes and do the hw, the tests aren't that bad at all.

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MATH51
Jul 23, 2010

Although she didn't make the class so exciting, her teaching is really good. She is well organized, and is clear about the materials. She is a really sweet professor.

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MATH51
Aug 23, 2010

Great teacher, will not stop until all your questions are answered. She really knows her stuff. take her!

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MATH71
Apr 11, 2011

She allows plenty of extra credit opportuniy and she does not require the book. She is very organized and homework is not to hard.

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MATH71
May 19, 2011

She's a very good teacher. Lots of Extra credit, took her during an inter session and was not too bad, a good amount of homework. Her TEST'S are easier then the HOMEWORK problems, so do the hw and you will be well prepared.

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MATH71A
Jun 17, 2011

Good professor. Took her a few semesters ago. She makes math look easy. Do your homework and you will do fine

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MATH71
Jul 13, 2011

GREEEATT TEACHER!!!!LOVE the way she teaches makes math look EASY, she gaves out a lot of extra credit!! very nice and helpfull, totally recommend this teacher.....LOVE HER AND THE WAY SHE TEACHES!!!

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MATH2254
Oct 23, 2011

SHE IS AWESOME!!!! I TOOK HER FOR A WINTER SESSION AND I GOT AN A IN HER CLASS WHICH SURPRISED ME DUE TO THE FACT THAT MATH IS NOT MY STRONG POINT...DONT MISS CLASS AND DO HOMEWORK. THE HOMEWORK IS ON THE TEST..SHE GIVES YOU A SAMPLE OF THE TEST WHICH IS AWESOME! IT REALLY HELPS YOU, SHE IS VERY OPEN AND WILLING TO HELP YOU NEED IT.

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MATH50
Nov 15, 2011

I had a hard time in this class. There is A LOT of hw. About ten hours a week if you are an 8 week class and 5hrs/week if you are full semester. Nice teacher but hard to understand her accent and hard test grader. No curves.

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MATH50
Dec 25, 2011

Shes such a sweet teacher, but sometimes her accent is so hard to understand. I took her for an 8 week class, I honestly say that if you can handle 1wks worth of hmwrk each day then take it. Her SI is roude but helpful. She offers EC tests and the hrs you spend in the Math lab are also worth EC in the end, but I really don't reccomend her.

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MATH130
Jan 9, 2012

She is a very sweet teacher if you get a chance to talk to her. If you understand math from high school I think it will be easy.

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MATH50
Jan 24, 2012

She is a always finding ways for you to understand the consept and will go the extra mile to help the class succeed.

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MATH51
Jan 25, 2012

oh my gosh she is so adorable. genuinely wants students to succeed. tons of homework, but all due at the end of the week. I would definitely recommend her

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MATH130
Feb 6, 2012

Professor is always very cheerful and spirited. Her lectures and syllabus are organized. The atmosphere in the class is always awesome. She looks over which math problems to give as homework just to make sure nothing is too nerve-breaking. However, the amount of homework she gives is considered a little over average. I totally recommend her.

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MATH51
Mar 31, 2012

She is SO adorable!! Very helpful, but she goes pretty quick. Pay attention, take notes, do your homework on time and you'll pass. She is so sweet too.

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MATH71
May 9, 2012

She takes off LOADS of points for minor mistakes in her exams and quizzes! Did you that if your answer is 95% you will probably not get half credit for the problems????? "YOU MUST SHOW YOUR WORK TO RECEIVE CREDIT", hahahaha I did that for all her problems on the exams and on most of them I received NO CREDIT!!! STAY AWAY!

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MATH71
May 23, 2012

Not a good teacher at all. She "tries" to make the material seem easy, BUT I hate how she grades exams and the "pop quizzes". Although there some extra credit opportunities, it only counts as 2-3% of your total final grade, so it really does not help at all. You can have 600 hours in the marc and I doubt it will do NOTHING to help your final grade.

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MATH130
Jun 13, 2012

I was 3 points away from passing the class with a C, but she did not want to round up and let me pass with a C. Extra credit was unless to do, since it does not make a difference at all.. Gives an insane amount of quizzes and hwk. exam questions are very hard. showing you work can still earn you 0 points. Avoid at all cost!

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MATH50
Nov 17, 2012

I took this class in 8 weeks and was an easy A. As long as you stay on top of your homework and study what you find difficult you should be fine. DO NOT MISS CLASS! problems on test come from lecture example problems and handouts. She gives a lot of quizes but as long as you understand the matirial you will be fine.

4.0
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MATH130
Nov 27, 2012

I am now taking her class. She is cute and very friendly and passionate. I like her. A huge amount of HW and many quizzes. If you try, you will be easily get an A in her class.

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MATH71
Dec 15, 2012

I hate math because I am horrible at it. But, she's a good teacher who knows how to explain and help her students. Her quizzes are fairly easy. Her tests come from the lectures, but you should study if you want to get at least a B. I'm not good at mach, but she motivated me to study in order to get at least a solid B. I really recommend her.

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MATH71
Jan 9, 2013

She marks you off for every little thing on the tests. If you do not do well on every test, you basicly fail the class. You have to be there early or you get a zero on the quiz even if she started passing the quizes out when you walk in. She does not offer extra help. She just tells you to go to the MARC. If your not an A or B student dont take it!

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MATH51
Apr 18, 2013

it was intense 8 week course but as long as you DONT MISS CLASS because there are lots of quizes, and take step by step notes of each sample problem and then be able to do problems without using any notes your golden. In order to pass this class you MUST do your hmwk and STUDY STUDY STUDY. professor willing to go over things as many times as needed

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MATH71
Oct 18, 2013

Talks fast, but explains things clearly. Don't miss class because her lectures are very informative, and she gives little techniques on how to solve problems easily. Book is needed only for the homework, so just share a rental with a friend. There are no surprises in this class. Easy A.

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MATH71
Dec 10, 2013

Four tests make up your entire grade. Pop quizzes often. Nothing personal, but I just couldn't understand her and she goes way too fast. About half the class I was in dropped or failed. She also assigns a TON of homework as extra credit but doesn't give you credit unless you did EVERYTHING. I didn't do 6/100 questions and she didn't give it to me.

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MATH71
Jun 22, 2014

Before I signed up for the class, I checked rate my professor. I knew what I was getting myself into. I am one who strives to do well in the class. She talks way too fast. Doesn't go over homework so you could be doing it all wrong. Her homework needs to be completely done for extra cred. She gives 100+ problems per night. Never taking her again.

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MATH71
Grade: C
Nov 14, 2014

Hardest class ever taken. cant understand her. be ready to have 6 pages of homework after every class. wouldn't recommend her to anyone.

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MATH180
Jan 17, 2015

I truly enjoyed Dr. Sun's class. She color-codes her work and her lectures are extremely clear. Almost every lecture she will review derivatives and integrals that you will need to memorize. She assigns plenty of homework though, but do them because they will definitely help you do well on exams, which are not too difficult.

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MATH71
Jan 17, 2015

She gets a lot of flack, but if you are not good at math, particularly algebra, then take Professor Sun for Math 71. She gives plenty of extra credit and she acknowledges that this class is hard. She makes sure each concept is clear. She teaches each unit as a whole, instead of going chapter by chapter so you remember concepts before test time.

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180
Grade: B-
Jun 5, 2015

DO NOT TAKE HER IF YOU WANT AN A She simply DOES NOT TEACH One of the hardest concepts in calculus, optimization, she covered it in 20 minutes. Most professors cover it over 1.5,2 days You are going to have to teach yourself calculus and no one has that kind of time.I will no longer have a 4.0 after her class.

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180
Grade: B
Jun 5, 2015

she can't teach. in class she teaches that one plus one equals two but when you get home to do homework it takes like a million hours to do cause she does not cover half the concepts in the homework. take her if you want to ruin your gpa and have all the time in the world to teach yourself calculus

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180
Grade: C+
Jun 5, 2015

please do not take her. i was so good at math before her. calculus is not one of those subjects you teach yourself. u need a good professor that teach and she does not teach. please save yourself the suffering and take a good prof

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MATH180
Jun 12, 2015

I thought she made the class very passable. She provides extra credit. Her finalmidtermsquizzes reflect homework problems. The questions are straight forward. Lots of homework but doing it all will definitely prepare you.

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180
Grade: C-
Jun 15, 2015

This class is passable yes but you don't want to pass you want to get an A and that's impossible because she doesn't teach. Prepare 100 hours a week to teach urself the material. It is a huge achievement to pass this class with a C. My friends who took other calc professors had it so easy. Beware of her.

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MATH180
Jun 18, 2015

This professor is one of the worst math professors I have ever had. I am a hard worker and have straight A's in every single math course but received a low grade in this class because SHE DOES NOT TEACH. You will get an A if you have previous calculus experience, if not then GOOD LUCK! I spent all my time teaching myself calculus this semester

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MATH180
Grade: A
Jun 23, 2015

The class is easy to get A or B. She provides extra credits which boost the final grade. She canceled her class 2 times. The test is long but not difficult.

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MATH180
Grade: A
Jun 27, 2015

She's just so coooll, and hilarious too xD I would take her again if she taught math181, but she doesn't :(

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MATH71
Grade: C
Dec 12, 2015

I have a massively tough time with Algebra. I took intermediate with 2 different professors before Sun and I was unsuccessful. Her class wasn't easy for me, but she is a very organized professor and cares a ton about the success of her students. Always attend lecture, she gives you the notes so if you're disorganized (like me) it helps a ton.

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MATH180
Grade: A
Jan 7, 2016

She is OK. It is possible if you want to get A in this class, but you have to work hard! The only chance to get A in her class is to work hard.

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MATH180
Grade: A+
Jan 15, 2016

She is the best professor I have ever had in Math. I took couple years off school and had a tough time catching up in the beginning of the semester, however, Prof Sun is really helpful and suggest me to retake Math 160. after study harder and review more i finally start doing go after the second quiz, i ended up getting an A in the class!!!

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MATH71
Grade: B
Apr 15, 2016

Before taking quizzes, she allows 10 extra mins of studying time in class. In those 10 mins, she walks by every student answering any last questions he or she might have. The hw preps you for quizzes and exams. I absolutely recommend her if you are willing to put your part in passing the class.

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MATH71
Grade: A+
May 4, 2016

Best math professor there is. She is very helpful and gives 8 extra credit pts. For every hw assignment. If you put in effort she will help you. Prints out notes and answers any question you may have until you get it. Also gives study guides for every test.

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MATH180
Grade: Not sure yet
May 8, 2016

pros: answers all questions VERY clearly has review sessions before tests very generous grader and LOTS of partial credit opportunities shes a little funny cons: doesn't go over most of the material, you get about 25% about what you need to know from lecture, 75% comes from hw. quizzes and tests are tough

5.0
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MATH180
Grade: A+
Jun 10, 2016
Would take again

So Easy!!! Take her. If you study a little bit everyday you will be fine(IE 1 hr)

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MATH180
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 18, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She gave too much homework! Test where not very long and where pretty simple. You need to for sure do all the homework and spend a few hours studing for thr tests. But the prof herself was really nice and essy to talk to. Lectures were clear.

2.0
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MATH180
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 11, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She gives good lectures, but only gives enough information to do about 1/4 to 1/3 of the homework and you will need to learn the rest on your own. She gives A LOT OF HOMEWORK and it sucks because she doesnt teach everything on the hw. She goes very fast expecting you know what shes saying with her accent. She only teaches the basics, but need more

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
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3.0
MATH180
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2016
Would take again

Prof. Sun is great at her job. Lots of Hw but with the solutions manual it is a walk in the park. Tests are usually very hard, just study Hw and you will be fine! She usually explains what will be on the tests and will have review days

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
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1.0
MATH71
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2016
Would take again

TAKE HER CLASS!!!! She's such a good teacher and explains VERY WELL! She gives TONS of hw BUT you only have to do it if you want extra credit. As long as you study the study guides before each exam its an easy A. As long as you come to class and pay attension its AN EASY A. And I suck at math but she made it SO EASY. TAKE HER CLASS.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
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MATH71
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2016
Would take again

SO EASY! As long as you do the hw and study and pay attentions its an easy pass. She does give tons of hw but she she offers 8 EXTRA CREDIT POINTS FOR EACH HW ASSIGNMENT. Which will boost your grade a lot so do it. Go to the library and ask for a solution manual(all the answers) really helps and makes it easier for you to understand the problems

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
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MATH71
Grade: B+
Nov 17, 2016
Would take again

So easy and explains everything PERFECTLY. Does give lots of hw but I hated math from the beginning but she made me like it. She does come late to class sometimes but she's a really good teacher. I had some teachers in the past who were the worst teachers ever.. take her u wont regret it

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
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MATH71
Grade: B+
Feb 26, 2017
Would take again

Man her class was so easy because she taught so well. She literally explains everything and makes sure that the class is conformable and good. She never gave us hw but instead she made it as extra credit. So I would recommend you do the hw (extra credit) everyday because later on it will make a difference. I plan on taking her class for math180

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
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MATH71
Jan 22, 2018
Would take again

Teaches thoroughly and well. Homework and quizzes are a big deal that can make or break your grade so if you're not big on hw it's gonna be tough. Counts STEM hours as extra credit. Replaces your worst test with your final.

EXTRA CREDIT
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
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MATH71
Grade: C
Jan 31, 2018
Wouldn't take again

GIVES SO MUCH HOMEWORK THATS WORTH VERY FEW POINTS BUT ADDS UP QUICKLY. Her accent is very thick so it kind of hard to understand. Also, class is very fast paced. Does not let you turn in any late assignments. Don't take class unless you're ready to work for it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
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MATH50
Grade: A
Feb 18, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Christine Sun is extremely passionate about mathematics and loves seeing her students succeed. Her daughter was mathematically challenged, so she understands the frustration many of us have with math. Dr. Sun created her own teaching methods that made learning the material much easier. She also accepts TMarc hours as extra credit points.

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
MATH180
Mar 1, 2018
Would take again

I like her!

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
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MATH51
Jul 12, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Sun was a great Professor for Math 51 and I look forward to taking her again so she can assist me through my math journey. I took her course for Spring 2018, it was once a week so the homework was intense but do able. She gives excellent feedback, offers extra credit, explains problems very well, is funny and caring.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
1.0
3.0
MATH71
Grade: C
Jul 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Took her two semesters ago and I wish I had listened when told not to. She makes you feel dumb when asking her to explain material. I competed all of the homework, which is a lot, but didn't understand the way she taught and was too embarrassed to ask after being put down. The hours I spent with a tutor helped me raise my grade, not her teaching!

2.0
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MATH71
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 14, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She gives a lot of homework that's only worth a few points but those few points add up. I felt like she wasn't consistent with her teaching, she jumps around from chapter to chapter and then expects you to remember everything she taught you at the last class meeting. Her instructions are not clear enough on the reviews and exams.

Lots of homework
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MATH71
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 20, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I would not recommend her if you struggle with math. This is a very fast paced class and if you don't show up you won't understand the next lesson. GIVES YOU A TON OF HOMEWORK AND ONLY GIVES YOU LIKE 3 POINTS FOR 12 PAGES OF HW YOU DID! IF you miss class 3 times whether their excused or not SHE WILL DROP YOU!

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
MATH71
Grade: B+
Dec 6, 2019
Wouldn't take again

TOO DIFFICULT. She assigns unreasonable amounts of homework, in one week we had to do about 9-12 pages of math, back and front, and on top of that she adds in worksheets! There is a quiz almost every week too, adding on the stress. She is good at explaining the formulas though. Attendance and participation matters to her.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
MATH180
Grade: A
Aug 3, 2020
Would take again

I took her class during summer. Her lecture was clear and had good examples. She also offered lots of extra credits. Quizzes and tests are similar to lectures or homework. She also tells us what will be on the tests. She is nice and trying to care all of her students.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
MATH180
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This Professor was the worst Ive had at Mt sac. I am a good student too, but she was so difficult to work with and didnt care that were in a pandemic and going through things. Ridiculous amount of homework, you could cut it in half weekly and itd still be way too much. 2 tests, 3 quizzes, and a final. Gives some extra credit.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
MATH180
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The least understanding prof I've ever taken. She's rude & condescending when answering questions. Acts like she's giving everyone an easy time when she isn't. The amount of hw is ridiculous. 150 probs for 1 lecture. Started with 33 ppl and we were down to 16 by week 5. Myself and others are still planning to drop.

Lots of homework
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MATH71
Grade: C-
Mar 25, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Hardest class I have ever taken. I am struggling and due to us being online there is no remorse what so ever. She doesnt care that she is cramming all our lessons into one class and tells us we need tutors and is not understanding. I have other classes to take and she is not forgiving what so ever. Hardest class I seriously am struggling in others

1.0
5.0
MATH71
Mar 25, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Too much homework, doesnt care about students having other classes. Try to dedicate 1-2 hours a day to do her class because its so much work. Some classmates are falling behind in other classes because we dont have time with all the homework. She is rude and said oh well you dont know how to do it thats not my fault

1.0
5.0
MATH71
Apr 3, 2021
Wouldn't take again

smh. shes not understanding of bad situations at all and barely give extra time on assignments if it was her own error for the assignments. shes boring when lecturing and has pop quizzes . i tried to explain that i was evicted in the beginning of the semester and asked for more time for hw she said no. then i explained there was technical issues

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
MATH180
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 3, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Take it with another professor. Literally, anyone else. Not her, trust me.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
MATH180
Grade: B
Feb 17, 2022
Would take again

She was an AMAZING teacher. Very detailed lectures and her tests are not hard if you do her study guides!!! If you need help on any questions she will either make you a zoom video of the question or give you a picture of her work. She is a sweetheart 100% recommend her.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH180
Grade: B
Feb 24, 2022
Would take again

Professor Sun is an excellent lecturer and is extremely kind! Her lectures are very thorough in explaining the mathematical concepts. As long you understand how to do the homework and study guide questions without difficulty, you will do well on the class quizzes and exams.

Lots of homework
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
MATH50
Grade: A
Apr 1, 2023
Would take again

Although I do not have any love of math I really did not struggle to understand the concepts she taught. She gives so many examples of different ways to approach each problem. Her lectures are clear and her notes are also very good. Only downside is the tests are 65% of the grade.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
5.0
MATH180
Grade: F
Jan 9, 2024

She gives a tons of homework, but non of them count into the 180 course. It only goes through the discussion courses. The course grades only contains a few worksheet and 1 project. And everything else is quizzes and exams. But many problems are not shown in the lecture or the study guide. Half of the students drop the class after the first quiz.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Jan 12, 2024
Would take again

I took online class for MATH 150 and honestly it was overall good. Her explanation is easy and she is good with questions. The only downside is the program you have to use to submit homework, it is a bit annoying lol. I remember it was Pearson. She was easy going and I liked her.

EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Feb 21, 2024
Would take again

Her lectures are helpful. She does a great job explaining concepts thoroughly! Expect ALOT of HW. Every week it's 3-5 HW, 2-5 quizzes, a test every other week plus a cumulative final. It's through Pearson + you need to pay $80. She offers unlimited tries for HW, two for assessments, and drops the lowest HW/assessments. Stay on top of your work!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
3.0
4.0
MATH150
Grade: D+
Apr 18, 2024

I took Asynchronous Class. It is tough, some equations and problems she solve is not really accurate to the textbook (Pearson) where you take assignments, assessments and exams, a lot of work and homework every week. This course is better to take In-person which have more interaction. But the video explanation of the topics is very helpful.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
MATH180
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 26, 2024

She goes all over the math 180 (Calculus 1) Textbook. Like shell do section B first then cover section A which just made the class even more lost. Around 25 people at the start, then it dropped to around 10 then I dropped. Her homework relates to nothing like the notes she makes us take. Does not curve anything even though she did not prep us.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH180
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 18, 2024

She is so so bad. I did an in person course and she does it so weird, shell start with chapter 2, then move to 1, then 5 to 4 to 3. She makes the class lost and is disorganized. Shell spend 2 hours covering two or three easy problems that can be explained quickly. Her notes don't even align with the homework and she gives so much, Don't have her!!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
MATH180
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 23, 2024

I took her for calculus last spring and omg avoid please. She is very unorganized. Before the first drop date half the students were already gone. She does not explain things very well. Avoid her for calculus! Literally spend an entire lecture doing 2 problems and then she gives up like 5-6 assignments a week. Her notes mean nothing on the homework

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
MATH180
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 16, 2024
Would take again

She certainly is not the best professor, but she is not as bad as others have described her. I would say she didn't set the fundamentals up as rigorously as I would like. She did not go through the basic rules of limits and derivatives, ex: quotient and chain rule. 2hw/week requires you to have strong fundamentals in algebra/trig to work fast.

5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2024
Would take again

I have no clue where all the bad rating are coming from, she should have a 6 if it went up that high. I took her for Trig so maybe the rating are accurate for Calc but idk It lowkey is a lot of work, you have about 3 hours of lecture to watch each week but I put the vids on 2x speed cause she talks a little slow.

Lots of homework
Caring
3.0
4.0
MATH180
Grade: B
Jan 6, 2025

Professor Sun has a unique teaching style, but if you engage with it, the class can be manageable. The lectures are worth attending, and unstuckstudy is a great study tool alongside the textbook. Just stay focused, and you'll get through the course.

5.0
3.0
MATH180
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 8, 2025
Would take again

Unfortunately had to withdraw but will be retaking this class hopefully with her! She's extremely caring and flexible and her lectures + examples are amazing. Also made sure to provide us with extra resources if we needed help in the subject. An absolute sweetheart of a professor. I definitely recommend taking her classes. Lots of homework though!

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH180
Grade: A
Jun 9, 2025
Would take again

In all honesty, she's very fast in the way she teaches and may be a bit confusing for those who aren't super familiar with math Homework greatly prepares for each examination, but can be confusing if you miss even a single lecture Not the toughest grader, so as long as you show your work and get the right answer, you're O.K. Extremely test-heavy

Participation matters
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH130
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2025
Would take again

This is specifically for online classes. I'm not the best at math, but taking her class was super easy for me and helped me learn at my own pace. Her lecture videos reflect the assignments given. As long as you don't procrastinate, her class is not bad at all. I would def recommend taking her online class. (You do need to purchase Pearson)

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
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