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“I am absolutely awful at math of any kind, and did not really understand much that was going on in the lectures”
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Reviews (102)
This is a freshman level course for which Endres uses complex, senior-level examples. He doesn't seem to know how to simplify his material for a younger audience. Knows his stuff, talks over students' heads, doesn't get why you're lost.
This professor should no longer have a job. He has no desire to ensure that his students learn, or even feel less than stupid. His tests are the hardest I have ever taken, and I'm a math major. He intentionally misled us about test content, and was smug
I liked him, but he did not follow the book in lecture. Then the tests would contain questions from the book. I think he is just SO smart, it is hard for him to teach others. Avoid unless you want to self-teach.
If you can learn straight from the textbook, you'll be OK. Otherwise, steer clear of Endres. I highlt recommend Dr. Simmons or Dr. Stapleton.
He's not so good.
Professor Endres is a really nice guy, and his enthusiasm is contagious, but I still don't undertsand any of the material we covered.
He's a pretty cool teacher. Sometimes hard to understand and sometimes a little boring. But overall a pretty cool teacher.
hilarious
He's a great professor. Curves almost every test & there's only 3 plus a final. Test questions are rather easy, they come from the homework. The homework isn't "due," but it's a good idea to do it so you'll know what to expect on the test. Drops lowest test grade, unless it's the final. Recomm.
Very funny and helpful. Will take any suggestions that you are willing to give and answers any questions you have. Tests are real easy and you don't have to do the HW, but it is recommended to do well on the test. Take his class.
I loved this class. by far my fav. teacher. teaches using examples, will keep going untill everyone gets it. Tests are fairly easy. right off the homework. final right off the tests. TAKE THIS PROFESSOR!!
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He is a good teacher, that will help you anytime you need it, just go in his office. If you really want to do great do the homework it makes the test easier. 3 tests and final, drops the lowest test!
Calc I was difficult but he was a very nice guy and eager to help. He really wanted everyone to get it. He takes pride in his work. Tests were tough, but I am not a math wiz.
He is very nice and very helpful. He really cares about the students. You can go to his office and he will help you untill you get it.
I can't stand it any more. At first it seems like he's a cool guy that just wants to be laid back and have fun teaching math, but then you find out that he just hates prepareing for class and is not very good at making things clear.
He is veeeeeeeeery nice and very helpful.. He is a Great teacher... Sometimes he counfused me .. but it might be because of the math.. but if u ask him for help.. he would be glad to help u out.. He is one of the BEST teachers at UCO !!!
Wonderful. Makes learning math fun and easy. If you have problems he will go out of his way to help you. Absolutely must do the homework and take notes, if you do you will pass no problem. His office door is always open to students who need help. 3 tests and 1 final. Drops lowest score! Best professor ever!
jumps around alot, making it hard to follow, but very nice guy.
This man is hilarious! He is so quarky and energetic in class. He will go over things and say them in differnt ways until everyone in the class understands. He truly enjoys math and is always showing us things he thinks are really cool. He is always willing to help. His note are importants and most test questions are taken off notes.
TAKE THIS PROFESSOR! Most helpful math teacher I've ever had. SUPER energetic, jumps and runs around the whole class period. Study for tests and you've got it made. Great guy, STRONGLY SUGGEST ENDRES!
This guy rocks!! I loved his class. If you have had any math what-so-ever you won't even need to buy the book. It is a pretty easy class. Your grade comes off of tests (super easy) and attendance. I would definately recommend Endres!! He makes math fun!
He was all over the place which made it really hard to fallow what he was saying. He is rally nice though.
Okay, I'm not very good at math but i made a C in his class. He is very energetic but hard to follow, because he goes pretty fast and shows you several ways to do one thing. He is VERY nice though and if you are good in math you should consider taking him. No homework, just test, attendance, and one report.
INCREDIBLE Diff. Eq. professor! I can't even state how much more material I learned with him than a certain other professor. He is very intelligent, knows his stuff and really nice! He curves tests, the few quizes you have aren't hard at all. VERY energetic, lectures pretty fast, but gladly helps anyone during office hours. Don't miss class!
He's a good professor, but can overlecture on some topics. I don't like math, which made me not attend and that was definately a bad decision. make sure you go to class and do the homework if you are struggling! he has a very fair grading system although his tests are hard, there are massive curves.
Absolutely FANTASTIC professor! Very energetic and willing to go over things as many times as it takes so you understand. Really no surprises with this one. Just be prepared to write really fast, because lectures go by in a hurry. I recommend him for ANY Math course. I hope he teaches another course as I would love to have him as a prof again.
Endres- funny, caring, smart, but sometimes goes too fast. Tests are easy if u take good notes, (ask for help if you need it, and maybe even see the free math tutor). Recommend-probably one of the easiest genEd class (attendance 10% of grade)
Dr. Endres is a good man. He is a fun, energetic, and very enthusiastic man about math. Besides the fact that he's "not" retiring i'd take him later on too. GREAT TEACHER!
Really nice professor loves teaching and it's obvious. Tests are very very hard but has a huge curve and attendance is key. Tests are all multiple choice. One essay paper.
Great Professor for Gen. Ed Math. Really enjoys teaching. Attend Class for thorough explanations of problems. Homework not graded but recommended for practice. Very helpful when you need it. will explain problems in every possible way so you understand. would take him again if i could
Endres is seriously a genius, because of this it is sometimes hard to follow him. he gets really excited and goes off into random problems and when he's done the whole class has a blank face. i had to teach myself all the problems in the book, somehow i made a B. hes great but a little too great for me. very funny though.
Dr. Endres is an AMAZING professor. He is always in a good mood. Does go off on tangents but as long as you take good notes and do the homework your fine. Three tests,and final. All you have to do is attend class and take notes, and really pay attention to the stars. On tests gives you at least 7-10 questions actually on test.
He is a very nice exciting and helpful teacher. He is always willing to help out if you need it. Homework is not mandatory, but it will help with exams.
He is very into Math. He will talk about things that will not be on the test but will never specify when he is going over something for fun. He will make you do an essay, the thing is he wont tell you the grading system for it. You have to compete with the class for a good grade on it. He is nice though.
He's extremely helpful. He sometimes gets off on weird tangents but if you don't understand something all you have to do is say so and he's more than willing to go back and help you.
I love Mr. Endres! Let me tell, I HATE math with a passion. But he is a such a good math teacher, that I was actually excited about going to class everyday. He explains things well. He doesn't make you fell stupid for asking a question. And he's a very nice man. Since I passed his class with a good grade, I know anybody can pass his class. lol
TAKE HIM! He is SOOO funny! GREAT teacher! He is one of my favorite teachers everrrrr!
I was in Math for gen ed. Endres was extremely cool. Awesome math teacher and he knows and doesnt mind to break stuff down for math idiots! He has a great personality. He gets a little bored with teaching my class because he is good at it so i think he would be awesome for all levels
Man, the man is crazy. He jumps around in class. Mr. Endres is like jacked up on redbull. He dances in class. He's crazy. He is pissed off b/c we cheated on our proofs. The man can't teach; he is not helpful on proofs. He only writes theorems on the board. The man has issues.He has more issues than Rolling Stone magazines. I can't understand him.
This professor taught things from the book, let us do homework from the book. Then on the test, he throws out problems that aren't from the book (online, I think). How come he expects his student to know thing that they haven't heard of? Everything takes practice to learn, to do well. Most people know that. Why a PhD doesn't know that?
This professor is very passionate about mathematics, however he is teaching a Freshman/core course on a graduate level. Questions in class from students are met with rudeness and hostility that has been the most unprofessional I have seen during my time at the university. He needs to move to an upper level course to complement his knowledge and tea
Had him for Math for Gen Ed. Its a good thing he's so entertaining, because the subject he teaches is a snooze fest. He's cool with people asking questions. Homework isn't graded, so you just have tests to save (or kill) your grade. Really though, this math isn't very hard.
I'll start off by saying that I'm terrible at math and always have been. Dr. Endres made this class not only bearable, but entertaining. He cares about each student--he knew each of us by name and always encouraged us to ask questions if we were confused. Homework was optional (never graded) and his test study guides were great. Take this guy!
Does a great job at explaining math for those of us who aren't mathematicians. All test material is from note taking. The book is pointless.
Awesome teacher. Understands the people in this class don't care about math. Didn't use the book once. If you come to class and get the notes you will be fine for the tests. Test for every few chapters but they aren't too bad.
Energetic and always willing to explain anything you don't understand. Funny and fun to be in class with. GREAT teacher.
Dr. Endres knows his stuff! I loved differential equations, and he did a wonderful job teaching the material. He is a professional, so he expects professional work from the student; surprise him with your efforts and he will reward you! I recommend familiarizing yourself with MATLAB and Maple to assist you in learning and homework production.
I am very deficient in Math and still making a high C in the class. He understands most of us do not care about math and a lot of the stuff he teaches is relevant to life....loans, mortgages etc. He is also extremely funny!
Excellent teacher, he's hilarious! I hate math but he makes it so fun and easy to understand. The class is super easy as long as you do the practice tests!
Fantastic professor. He covers every base so you aren't lost half-way through, and on occasion will throw in a very brief refresher. He knows his students aren't at his level and knows how to communicate despite that. He's also funny. He's equally flexible and fair with everyone, but don't expect exceptions without a very good reason. Take it.
This is a great guy and a great professor. If you like hockey take this class. He helps you out, especially on the final. Take good notes, study them along with the practice tests and you can make at least a B. Sudy more and make an A.
Love this guy! I hate math and am absolutely awful at it but he has helped me understand more than I really thought I could. Highly entertaining, makes math fun. Study the practice tests and you're golden.
I took this class thinking it was going to be busy. The guy is very friendly but seems to be a bit scattter brained. He talked about how he was writing a math book so like we were high guinea pigs. We did not use the book, don't buy it. Tests were difficult but he posted practice quizzes... did not really help at all. I studied them and was lost.
Awesome professor! Very funny and easy to talk to. The class can be kind of hard if you don't attend every class and study. He is very good about going over everything and making sure you understand it, but his test are pretty hard and no notes are allowed. But, I would take him again!
If you want to LEARN math TAKE THIS teacher! He is not EASY but he is GOOD! He cares about YOU! He is FUN! Vibrant! NEVER Boring!
I had him for Math for Gen Ed. He is never boring and cares. The exams are a little tuff but he tells you what going to be on them before hand. attendance and exams are all he grades.
He is nice. He's got a good sense of humor. But he goes too fast a lot of the time and uses too much sarcasm which makes it confusing sometimes. He explains math in terms that you will actually use. I do recommend him, but you have to sit through long lectures every class period.
Best teacher ever! He taught practical information, and even if it was something you'd never use elsewhere, he made it very interesting! There is a ton of homework that he trusts you to do on your own. Do it! He related math to what was going on in world history when that part was discovered. It was by far the most interesting math class I've taken
Great professor, he is very nice and approachable. Although the class was a little hard for me, I made an A. He was willing to meet outside of class if I needed extra help. The homework is not for a grade, but so it!! Especially the practice questions he posts online, do well on those and you will do well on the tests.
Good guy. I give him credit for always being in a good mood even when our class was lame and never talked. He never got discouraged with us, I didn't look forward to going to class, but then again, it's math....take him!
Awesome Teacher, I was petrified of math when I started this class. Teacher was great at explaining things and will go over with you if you didn't understand. He made me laugh constantly, and I'm averaging an "A" now. Take this class, but you will have to apply yourself.
AMAZING teacher!!!! He tries so hard to relate to you and help apply things involving the math being taught in class to your life. He truly cares about your success and is passionate about what he does. He is the best math teacher I have ever had! :)
I took this class over the summer, which made it seem easier since it wasn't so spread out. He's a great professor to take since he's always in a positive mood and makes math fun. There's no textbook - all of the notes are online. His tests are easy as long as you read the notes.
Absolutely great professor. He really made math enjoyable for someone who wasn't too fond of it before the class started. Brilliant guy who loves math. Tests are easy and made an easy A. Great, positive guy.
Great professor!! I would tell everyone to take him! I am horrible at math but he explained everything where I could understand it and went out of his way to help. He is very fair and if he makes a mistake on the test he makes up for it and gives you the point anyway. There is no homework to turn in! Best teacher I have ever had!
Professor Endres is an amazing math teacher! I've always been horrible at math, but with his help, it was super easy! You have 3 tests, including a final and that's it. You don't use a textbook either. He has his own version of a textbook. If you need general math, definitely take him. I wish he taught more math classes!
Professor Endres is a great teacher! His class is super easy if you just study for the tests. There is no homework and his reviews show everything that will be on his tests. I'm horrible at math and passed with flying colors. Take him if you can
Good sense of humor and energetic. I did not like his class. He taught weird things that had nothing to do with math. The tests were hard! He gives no hw for grades, just if you want to practice. I did them and still got a B. I attended every class and that helped Keep my grade.
Must review the practice questions heavily before the test. If you do you will pull an A. Ask questions! Would reccomend.
Professor Endres expects his students to put in the effort to learn the material. He is an excellent teacher and his lectures are not boring. He has a good sense of humor, and he knows the material inside and out. Recommend taking him for math classes at UCO.
Dr. Endres is very approachable and helpful. Many of my classmates found this course difficult, but it just takes a lot of work. For my class, there were only 3 exams. That means you have to be overly prepared to do well in the class. I always felt welcome to ask questions. It is possible to do very well in this class!
Professor Endres was amazing. He gives you his online book free. I hated math but after his class I respect it. He delivers lectures as clear as possible and always wants to make sure you understand. He also offers tutoring specific to his class. Show up and actually study and you will pass. Bonus there's no homework to turn in. Highly recommended.
I DREAD MATH TREMENDOUSLY! Mr. Endres kept the class interesting he related math to every day life situations. He has his own online book so you save $$! Show up to class take notes and you will pass he tells you exactly what is on the tests. I would take his class again hands down!
Dr. Endres is so freaking wonderful. He is a hilarious guy and seems like a fun time outside of class. He is a little hard to understand sometimes because he over-explains, but he just wants to help. The only grades are from 3 tests & the final, so no homework! I thought I was lost most of the time but ended up #1 in class & was exempt from final
I am absolutely awful at math of any kind, and did not really understand much that was going on in the lectures. Endres advised against me hiring a tutor and told me to come by his office during hours for help. He is so passionate about math and passing on his knowledge. Do the practice handouts and show up, and you should pass.
Dr. Endres is a ball. Lectures are very clear and he is very helpful. He is funny, smart, and conveys tough concepts well. If you take him for your Gen Ed math, you are one of the lucky ones!
Great professor! Gives you online book for free. No homework just tests. If you study the practice problems you will pass! Enjoyable class.
Attendance is 10% of grade, so show up! Some concepts are hard & he makes them clear. Has his own online book for free. 4 tests & the final (do well enough & you don't have to take the final). Reviews for tests; uses same/similar problems from the practice (all multiple choice). If you don't like math or struggle with it, take this teacher.
Mr. Endres was fantastic. I hate math but he teaches it in a way that I understand and even enjoy. The tests are exactly like the practice problems. I ended up with a 105 avg in the class and was exempt from the final. He is quite a character; I can't remember ever getting bored in his class. Would recommend him to anyone taking Math for Gen Ed.
I've always hated math and struggled with it my whole life. Mr. Endres will work with you as much as possible. If he sees you are willing to try he will help you as much as possible. Attendance is 10% of your grade and really helps you get those extra points. He teaches math in a way I've never seen. The test r exactly the same as the practice test
Such a nice guy. Took this summer course for gen math. Passed out almost every morning but as long as you show you care he's super cool. I got an A and I didn't pass my last math class. Sweetest person and extremely passable.
Great guy! Class is not easy, but not horrible. He is a good instructor. You HAVE to show up or you will not pass. He fails anyone who misses too many times, which he'll explain. If you do not have to take algebra, I highly recommend this class. Pay attention.
He is the best professor of UCO!! makes math too easy!!
I loved Mr. Endres as a professor! I am horrible at math and could never pass before his class. He is very caring and he gives study guides that are exactly like the test just reworded. As long as you try and show up to get extra help from him outside of class you will pass! He is the best math teacher and I highly recommend taking him!!!!
Take him. Its so easy. Ive fallen asleep and passed the exams with 80s. So take it
Dr. Endres makes the class very easy. I would recommend everyone to take him for differential equations. All you have to do is to listen to him and youll get an A.
I'm so used to failing Math, but with Dr. Endres as my professor, I always was at the top of the class!! I aced my first exam and got high A's on the rest of them!! He's HILARIOUS and makes Math so easy to understand. Make sure to study and ask him questions if you're confused. He puts the book online for free and doesn't assign homework!!
He is awesome! He has the best energy at every lecture and makes learning fun! His textbook costs less than $20 and if you study the textbook youll pass the tests!
best professor i've ever had. he's so layback yet extremely passionate about math. im not a math person at all but professor endres made me look forward to his class every time. no homework, no quizzes, tests are basically the practice problems. attendance is a grade though. he made his own textbook and he puts a pdf of it for free.
I expected to learn something useful, but this guy just rambles on about things that are a complete waste of money. Take College Algebra instead, trust me. Unless you want to be struggling to pick out the useful bits out of his never ending rambles.
He is good at posting notes and showing what is going to be on the test a little. Although, he makes lame jokes also is very weird and moves around a lot. The class can be boring and he crams a lot of chapters together eventually I had to drop the class. No homework, attendance is required for part of your grade and as well as exams.
A great professor makes the class interesting although your grade was based on attendance and tests. Personally, the tests were difficult; wish there was something else to balance them out.
Dr. Endres makes math class feel nothing like math. He has written his own textbook for the class. I would recommend getting it. He is very silly and sometimes I dont understand how he is a real teacher. But a very nice guy. He knows the material and can answer questions. He will help you out if you need it. If you take GenEd, take it with him.
I'm not normally good at math but professor Endres made this class enjoyable and easy. Attendance is worth 15% of your grade so make sure you go to class and get those easy points. As long as you study for the tests and show up then you will be fine.
He made me actually enjoy learning math and I still miss the guy. Passed the class with over a 100 but you must study the material, even if you are horrible at math (as I am) you can succeed here if you apply yourself!
Love him, super hilarious, always shows up to class happy and is very understanding of every individual students situation in and outside the classroom
This guy was the best! He gives great lectures and cares about his students. He's always willing to explain things again for those who just don't get it. He made my last math class ever an enjoyable experience.
A great class to take if you are not good at math. Learn about logical math and different mathematician. Make sure you take notes and write down the star bullet points. Other than that, just make sure you do the practice quizzes and you pass your HW quiz. He is also really chill, relaxed, and tries to make the class laugh.
Dr. Endres does not explain concepts well. In Linear Algebra, visual comprehension is key. In place of these visual necessities get ready to read theorem after theorem and don't forget about the proofs. On top of that Dr. Endres routinely goes on long winded tangents and most of the time is just slightly less understandable than a mumbling parrot.
Professor Endres never responds to emails and is never in his office during his posted times. Lectures are confusing and often derogatory to underperforming students and go so far as to make a point of the 'G' level test grade. This review is pointless since he is retiring... which is probably the best thing to happen to mathematics since pi.
The weekly quizzes aren't worth much but his great attitude and amazing personality are worth more than anything. Be prepared for the tests, they are worth a lot.
Class Info
Attendance Mandatory
87%
Textbook Required
69%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A-
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Improving
+0.52 avg changeRatings by Course
1100
5.0
(1)GENED
5.0
(3)ALGFORBUS
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(1)CALC
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(1)MATHFORGENED
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(1)Difficulty by Course
TECHMATH
5.0
MTH
5.0
MATH3143
4.8
111311197
4.0
HSTMATH
4.0