Great teacher!!!! Take his class you will learn a lot and he makes math fun, who would have thought that's possible???

he probably thinks its funny that he's marked "hot"! Good teacher. He needs to use blackboard though.

Moved too fast, classroom examples much easier than homework and what showed up on test. If you take him, be prepared to use the ASC. According to him the material in 1150 is review from 1100.

Cool,nice, and down to earth teacher, BUT his class was prob. the most difficult class Ive ever taken. not an easy grader nor is flexible. Gives a ton of homework and collects it every week or so. Test are pretty straight forward but are also very difficult. Only extra credit he gives is on tests and its only like 2 problems and they r impossible t

He is the only math teacher i have had that has been so helpful and easy to ask questions. His class isn't a walk in the park but he does his best to make you understand the material and get you ready for the next math class.

Beginning of the semester he said he "doesn't make robots", he breaks down formulas so it's a reasoning process. Lots of homework, but his tests prepare you well for the final. He tries to meet ppl where they are and know what they need/what they're saying. He's also very easy to get ahold of bc he's wicked fast on the e-mail. Good guy!

Don't be scared at the fast paced start. I freaked at first because he was moving FAST, but he said he'd slow down once he got to new material and he did :) A+ teacher

PLEASE IF YOU ARE A SLOW LEARNING DEALING WITH NUMBEROUS NUMBER OF EQUATIONS AND NOT GOOD AT TAKING TEST DONT TAKE THIS TEACHER HE MOVES WAY WAY WAY TO FAST NO TIME TO REVIEW B4 NEXT SECTIONS.SLOW LEARNERS DONT TAKE THIS CLASS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I think he's a great teacher. He's very clear and enthusiastic. I think the best thing about him is that when people are utterly lost, he tries really hard to get them in the right place and does not get mad or give snarky comments when people ask silly questions. He understands that math is hard for some people and does not judge them.

Taken a few of his classes and really like Prof. Preisler. He is very patient if you don't understand and willing to help you. Posts notes on D2L to make it easy to take notes in class. Exams are quite hard so you really have to do the homework even though it's not graded to succeed.

He's a really good math teacher and will answer any questions you have. If you do the homework and test reviews you should be fine on tests. However if you don't the test will be quite difficult. I would definitely recommend him!

Nice guy, tests are just tough. you really need to work extremely hard to do well. just ask for help

If you struggle learn his class will help you. Step by step working through problems and will answer any questions you have on the tests or homework in class. Homework was optional for my section but if you want to pass math classes you should be doing the homework anyway.

Only grades tests and gives a couple extra credit opportunities. Doesn't go over homework, but will go over a few questions if you ask. Homework is not graded but it helps a lot to do it(math is all about practice). Tests are a pretty hard but he tells you what kind of questions will be on it. My advise is to watch as many youtube videos as you can

Excellent instructor!! If you want to understand calculus completely then take him. However, be prepared to work hard and do all of the homework problems in addition to the worksheets posted. Knowing algebra is essential to passing his class. Clear lectures and prepares you extremely well for taking calculus 2. Highly recommend!

Mr. P is brilliant at math. Calculus is hard class at any college but he breaks it down. He explains formulas and theorems so it's a reasoning process as opposed to memorization. His exams are TOUGH but he tells you the types of questions that you will be required to know. I felt like I was at a university.

Students in the math center say he's hard. It's hard if you don't know algebra. Will break down steps but will not teach you previous material. Students who came straight from high school struggled since they didn't know precalc. Algebra and trig are a must to know before taking his calc class. Students expect an easy A. Not happening without work.

Priesler will not hold your hand like some community college profs to pass you through the course. He emphasizes critical thinking in his class which students aren't use to. He will not spoon feed you the material. I have enjoyed the challenge and the material that I learned in his class and it's because of him that I was prepared for Calc 2 at WSU

The final for 1150 is a killer. Priesler does his best to make u understand and prepares you for the final exam which is the department final. He tells you what to study for each exam in class. He only grades tests but if you do homework the tests aren't that bad. There is no easy math class without studying and doing homework. Great instructor!

Mr. Preisler is nice and he does his best to explain things. It's not his fault that math is the worst. I had to spend about 10 hours a week on the (optional) homework to get a 70% on his tests- seriously. This class is passable if you work really hard. If you have an aptitude for math, he's great. If its your life's greatest struggle, maybe not.

One of the best instructors that I have had. Take calculus somewhere else and you will see what I'm talking about. Yes, he is hard, but explains everything clear-cut and you definitely learn the material coming out of his class. Take it at Royal Oak and they will spoon feed you what you need to know. I'm taking him for calc 2.

After going through calculus 2 with him, I have to say that his calculus 1 course prepares you extremely well for the calc 2 challenge. This course and the material is hard! But he posts all of his notes and additional problems that he works out to help you in the course. Be prepared to spend hours on the material to learn it though.

Awesome instructor! Posts all notes on D2L and additional worked out examples. If you want to do well in the next math course and actually learn concepts then take him. His exams are hard but if you do all of the homework and see him during office hours then he will help. Must know everything from calc 1 to do well. No such thing as an easy A!

EXCELLENT calc 2 teacher! He is HARD but has all of his lecture notes and more problems posted on D2L. You must know ALL formulas from calc 1. He wants students to do well and will spend extra time helping in office hours. Take this class at a 4-year university and they will not allow you to use a calculator or formula sheet either.

He only skips elementary steps that you should be aware of from calc 1 background. He is always willing to help if you have questions during lecture or look online for all of the course notes with ALL STEPS worked out and additional explanations! It is on you to ask for help if you need it. He will not hold your hand to pass you through the class.

Mr. Preisler has high expectations of students. Details matter to him as details matter in any profession like medicine and engineering. Do not expect an easy A, his class requires work and you have to put in effort to earn an A which is possible. I never felt more prepared for the next math course until I took Preisler.

What a great teacher! He makes you work for a grade and gets you to understand concepts inside and out to do well throughout the semester. The final exam is HARD but he does his best to prepare you. Listen in class, do they homework, and ask questions. An A is possible!

Always made sure everyone understood the subjects before going on. Good at explaining difficult math concepts. Would be a tough class if you don't put time into studying each week.

This class is hard but he does a great job explaining theorems and concepts which is crucial for success in this class. Go to his office hours and he will clear everything up. There is no easy A but this class at a 4-year university is WAY harder. He is also easy on the eyes! Makes a 4-hour class go by fast!

He is tough, and his tests are tricky. He's a young teacher so maybe he has something he's trying to prove, but you will learn the material in and out. He is an excellent teacher, explainer, and mentor, but you have to work your ass off to pass. No joke, his tests are extremely difficult. I don't regret this, because I am prepared for anything.

Calculus requires a ton of effort for 8 weeks. Students expect to skate by with an easy class and a good grade without putting effort. Preisler requires you to apply concepts and think outside of the box to earn a good grade in his class. Excellent calculus 1 and calculus 2 instructor. Has a passion to help students if you see him in office hours.

Preisler is an excellent mentor and will answer any questions that you have. He posts all of his notes on D2L and additional problems that he doesn't have time to show in class. You have to understand concepts inside and out to pass his exams. Very friendly and approachable if you show him that you are putting in effort.

His class is HARD but I felt more prepared in calc 2 by having him in calc 1. I would not be doing so well in calc 2 if I did not have Preisler. He does not spoon food the material. You have to understand concepts and think critically. Excellent instructor and I will take again!

Class is hard but if you do the homework and ask questions during office hours then you can get an A in the class. Test questions come from the homework but it's just a lot of material like any math class. Tests are fair but need to practice worksheets and homework problems.

Daniel Preisler is a outstanding professor!!! Make sure you do the following things to be successful in his courses: do homework, ask questions, review lecture notes and homework ( doing these things will make you successful for future math courses). The grade you deserve in the course is based on the time you put into the course.

Intimidating at first with the syllabus but if you actually talk with him during office hours and work out the homework problems then class is not bad. Very possible to get a B in the class and you learn a lot. Will spend time during office hours to clear things up. Approachable, easy to ask questions, and good looking! I would take again!

Preisler is an excellent prof and mentor. Tests are hard to prepare you for the next math course. Makes you learn material inside and out. Details matter to him as details matter in any field like engineering and medicine. Take his class if you want to learn. Be prepared to work. No such thing as easy A. Especially in Calc. Great explanations.

One of the best teachers that I have had! Has a wide range of knowledge and prepares you so well for the next math course. Calc 2 is easy by having him for calc 1. I would not be doing so well if it weren't for Preisler. Need to know all of the previous math courses well to be successful in his classes. Will not spoon feed you so you must do hw

I love Mr. Preisler! He is always avalible outside of class during his office hours, and happy to go over the tests, quizzes, and homework. He'll answer any questions you have. He's so nice! :) But be aware, the tests are often a little different from the homework in the book. You'll have to apply the concepts you've learned in new ways.

Professor Preisler is a real gem, hes got a great personality and has an answer to everything. He makes you work for your grade and you learn all the concepts inside and out. It is a hard class so be ready put hours into studying. His tests are hard and require a lot of thinking. To be sucessfull attend office hours, math center, ASC and attempt hw

Preisler is an excellent teacher and has phenomenal explanations. His exams are hard but they prepare you well for the final and for next math course. Grades require effort. Put the time in, ask questions, see him during office hours and the class is not bad. Do not expect to skate by with a A. He has passion to help students and is approachable!!

You will learn a lot from Professor Priesler. You will need to work hard, and if you do you will clearly get a grade deserving for your effort. I would like to add if you have a question to ask Professor Priesler, he will happily assist you, and he will go out of his way to further explain the problem, so you will have a better understanding.

This class is hard but Preisler makes himself available during and beyond office hours if something is not clear. Thought I was getting a C but ended up with a B in calc. Will give generous curves at the end if you stay with it. Forces you to understand material inside and out! Great teacher and has fun teaching the material!!

I aced Calc 2 because of having Preisler for Calc 1. He gives a solid foundation and thoroughly explains concepts. If u need more math then Preisler is the prof! Makes u think outside of the box n apply knowledge to problems. Great gift to teaching and useful in any profession. Details matter to him as details matter in medicine and engineering.

Clear lectures and great explanations. You MUST know all of calc 1. If you attend office hours, show him you are putting effort, but have a solid foundation of the prereq material then you will pass. Concept errors on exams from previous courses cost big points. Know algebra and put in the effort and you will pass. Excellent prof and mentor!

Great professor who tests your knowledge of concepts and not your ability to memorize information to spit back out on exams. Exams are hard and few questions make you think hard. Differentiates between the A and B students. Class is possible if you see tutors, work out homework and go to his office hours to clarify concepts. Willing to always help!

Great professor! Tests are hard but they prepare for any college level math course. Makes you apply formulas and concepts to certain problems. Take him if you want to understand the concepts and have a solid foundation. Don't take him if you don't put the effort in. Will help you in any way possible if you put him effort. Great personality overall.

One of the better professors I've had at OCC. In a field of professors with questionable ability he stands out as capable and very knowledgeable. Always glad to explain the theory behind a notion and grades very fairly. It's very simple; if you study the material you will do well, and Professor Preisler makes everything along the way achievable.

Failed once, took it the next semester and got a D+, Then I CLEPed out of it with very little effort. I know the stuff inside and out thanks to him, but his tests are extremely hard. I studied 10+ hrs every week did all the hwk and still got a D+. hes a great teacher but unless you are a math major you will work your butt off for a sub par grade.

Preisler is a great prof. Yes, the exams are slightly different than homework problems. You have to apply knowledge to problems. Definitely prepares you well and will answer any question you have. See him during office hours and he clears up any confusion. Will definitely help you if you put in effort. This class is waaaaayyyy harder at UoM.

He is an amazing teacher, and I learned and actually remembered more from his class than I have from any other. The only thing that counts for credit in his class are the tests, and he has no mercy when it comes to them. If you study and do all the homework you should pass. This was the first time I've ever gotten bellow an A in a math class EVER.

When I signed up for this class I thought it would be an easy A, but I had to work hard. He teaches well, and explains thoroughly in class. The homework is optional, but I advise you to keep up with it. The exams are difficult and your grade is based only on exams. He is a really nice guy and always open to questions.

His lecture notes are super helpful for studying for the test and he's more than willing to answer questions inside and outside of class. He's of a dry lecturer though and he only grades tests and quizzes (no extra credit). There weren't very many in my class, so once you get a single bad score, it's harder to come back. Start studying ASAP.

He wants all of his students to pass but won't hand you your grade. Lectures are very clear and detailed. Teaches very well but you need to put in a lot of work to understand homework problems outside of class. Always willing to answer any questions and clear things up during office hours. Cares about students who put in effort. Would take again.

Excellent teacher and clear lectures. He will tell you the types of questions that will show up on exams but you need to do the homework. Wants students to be successful and always willing to help outside of class. Great teacher overall!

One of the best teachers that I have had. Tells you exactly what to study for the exams and will answer any questions that you have. Always available before/after class and willing to explain things again during office hours. Great teacher!!

As long as he can see you're genuinely putting the work in, he'll do everything he can to help you. He's 1000x better than pretty much any other math instructor I've had. He really knows his stuff. By no means do I intend this rudely, but he doesn't exactly have much of a personality (common for math people). Lectures are dry but very informative

Preisler is extremely dedicated and knowledgeable. Explains everything in detail. I felt like I was at a university for this class. Wants you to succeed only if you show him that you are trying your hardest and willing to put in the effort. Extremely kind and will work with you if you see him during office hours. Would definitely take again

Some might find his lectures boring, but they are very informative. If you want a good grade, expect studying 8-10 hours a week outside of class by doing the suggested homework problems from the textbook. His tests are not too hard and are mostly based on the problems from the textbook. I would definitely take my next level math course with him.

Preisler was a good professor. I could tell he cared about his students and he was almost always available to help, which I needed a lot of because math isn't my strong suit. I still ended up with a C unfortunately, but I should've taken advantage of more help. My only complaints about him are his lectures can be boring, and he's a tough grader.

By far one of the best math teacher. He is very passionate about teaching and really cares for his students. Easy to get ahold of. His lectures are very clear and organized. Test are open book open notes open internet so as long as you do the homework and practice test prior to the test you will pass.

Preisler meets on zoom and lectures and posts videos. Attendance not required if you want to watch videos. Tests are open notes and open internet so it is helpful to pass. He is easy to get a hold of and gives clear explanations. If you go to him he will help! Great instructor!!

Preisler is awesome!! He lectures and answers any questions that you have. Attendance is not mandatory and has videos posted. Tests are online and open book and open notes. Tells you exactly what to expect on exams. Would definitely take again! Easy A if you put the work in.

He is great! He takes into consideration of the work u put into the class. Always willing to help and answers e-mails very quickly. Exams are just like the homework and open internet resources! Excellent professor.

Math is hard in general without work but Preisler gives open internet exams so it's helpful. I was close to a C- but he gave me a C. He curves overall grades at the end of the semester. Definitely would take again and he always answers any questions. Just put in the work, show him you are trying, and you will succeed.

This class is not a joke and you do need to do your part and work on the homework. Exams are open book and open notes but he posts videos, has live lectures, and explains the material very well. Easy to get a hold of and always willing to answer any questions. One of the best profs that I had at OCC.

Preisler is hard but he curved at the end and boosted grades up by almost 10%. I went into the final with a B and ended up with A-. He knows his material well and wants each student to be successful. Soft-spoken but go to his office hours and show him you are putting in effort. Super nice guy if you know your basic to succeed in Calc. Take him!

Excellent prof! Always available to clear up concepts and willing to help. Class is hard and is not a walk in a park. Be prepared to work and learn all of the material since all of it will show up on exams. Will definitely prepare you for the next math class. Will take him for Calc 2!!!

Class is hard but if you go to his office hours in Zoom he will clear everything up. very knowledgeable and wants you to do well if he sees you putting in the effort. Class is not a walk in the park but prepares you well and wants you to succeed! Would take again!

Posts clear video lectures. Exams are hard and you need to know the material forwards and backwards. Go to his office hours and he will clear everything up. Very friendly and wants everyone to succeed. Treats the class like a real college-level calc class. Must stay on top of the material and do ALL of the homework. Am taking him for Diff Eq

Class is hard but he provides videos if you miss class. His lectures are clear but you need to do all of the homework to do well on exams. Grades homework to help with your grade. He's a harsh grader but will curve if needed. If you are willing to put in the work then you'll pass.

This class is really hard and so are his exams. If you put in the work and show him that you understand the basics then he will make sure that you pass. Teaches at the university level so you have to know your stuff along with all of the algebra and trig before going into calc. Will answer any questions that you have if you go to his office hours.

The videos that he posts are so helpful if you miss class. Collects homework at each exam and if you complete majority of the homework then he will give you 10/10. Exams are hard but very similar to the homework. Will only help your grade if he sees that you are putting in the effort. You cannot be lazy in his class. I will take him again!

Amazing professor! Tells you the exact types of questions that will show up on exams. You need to know the material well and he is a hard grader. He takes pride in his work and wants you to succeed in the next math course. I would highly recommend taking him.

Preisler was far in his grading. The exams mimic the homework problems. It is a lot to know but he tells you exactly what will show up on exams. He is really nice and will always answer any questions. I definitely recommend him!

He tells you exact types of questions that show up on the exams. If you put in the work and ask him questions then you will pass his class. He is not easy but if he sees that you are putting in effort then he will help. To pass his class you must put in the work and study. A typical college course requires work.

He curved my class at the end and gave me a C. He is a really good teacher and explains the material so it's easy to understand. He also has pre-typed note packets that make is super easy to take notes. Will take again for my next math class.

People who posted bad reviews are straight down lazy. Envision not my first language and I got an A. I have never in my life had a better math teacher. In order to understand math you need to attend the lectures and do the homework. A lot of homework. That is the only way to understand.

Clear and concise explanations. Always willing to answer questions and gives the types of problems to expect on exams. Fair grader but math is hard in general so you need to put in the work to study. Fair teacher but wants you to learn to pass the class.

Yes there is a lot of homework in this class, however, that is the best way to learn. I feel that the other ratings are misleading, as it is the subject that is tough. Prof. Preisler's online lectures had actually helped me the most. If you have questions, you should definitely ask; he responded to questions and emails in a quick and clear manner.

Excellent person and teacher! Gave extra credit at every exam for students who stayed for the second half of class. Math is hard in general and he wants you to succeed. You have to do homework and study to pass his class but he will help you with any questions you have. Great person! Would recommend.

You have to understand Calc 1 and Calc 2 to do well on exams. His exams are difficult but if you do all of the homework it is possible to pass. Not easy class but Calc 2 is not easy in general. Do not take his class if you just want a pass. Great instructor and always makes time to answer questions outside of class.

Preisler is great! His video lectures are clear and the online exams aren't bad. The midterm and final are in-person and do require a lot of studying. He wants you to do well and posts a review to help. But you have to put in the time to learn the material. The class is not a walk in the park so you have to do all of the reviews and problems.

All lectures are online. Will help if asked but you have to study to do well on the midterm and final which are departmental. They make up a good portion of the grade so you really need to know your stuff. Math is hard but Preisler makes it ok if you put in the effort. If you expect an easy A then do not take.

I had not taken a math class in almost 5 years and tested into 1125. He was very clear when teaching the equations and formulas. Explained the math problems well and did not move on until he felt confident that all the students understood and goes through problem by problem. Stay up on the homework, pay attention during class and you will pass.

Excellent instructor and person. Wants you to succeed but you have to put in the work to learn the material. Not an easy A but you will learn. Go to his office hours for clarification.