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MATH0071 - 2.0 rating“He teaches straight from the book”
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Textbook Required
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Reviews (160)
He's so cool! I gotta follow him because he has a good teaching style for math.
I'm taking DMV007 with Professor Rison and he's the coolest! He uses the board and uses the board to show all examples. If you don't understand he takes his time to help with whatever you don't understand. I recommend anyone whose trying to decide what professor to take for a developmental math to take him.
I highly recommend Prf. Rison. If you have a fear of Math he'll help you get over it. He'll work with you on all counts. He's very, very fair and nice.
Very Helpful clear teaching skills also he try to help he doesn't want to see anybody fail give wonderful homework assignment to help with the chapter exams . My favorite math teacher I ever had.
OMG! Professor Rison is the best ever. I'm not exaggerating. I never got math until I took his class. He talks fast, but he also ensures that you understand the lectures. He's very fair. I wish he taught other Math courses because I'd take him over and over and over again! My faith is renewed that their are some good teachers out there.
He is highly recommended for students that have developmental problems with math. I wish he can be teaching all the math classes in PG community college. He is a professor with an angelic heart.
Professor Rison is a very excellent peron. I appreciate all the help, the tutors and any advice he could give to help me improve. He is highly recommended for anyone who seeks a well-knowledged, helpful professor in the DVM 007 course.I really appreciate all his help
I really did learn alot in Mr. Rison class. He is very helpful.
Mr. Rison is very fair and willing to work with you as long as you're doing the work. I took his class for 2 semesters and he's highly recommended.
Mr. Rison is the best professor when it comes to math. He is very helpful, and loves helping students in any way that he can. I honestly had no confidence at the beginning of this course, but by the end, I felt as though I could conquer anything math wise.
Mr. Rison was very helpful and I recommend him highly. Great and fair teacher.
I didn't learn anything this semester. The school changed for student to teach themselves math. I paid money to be taught and they wanted me to teach myself something that I didn’t know from the beginning. Taking math at PGCC is risky if are adult learner and been out for over 10 or more years, you are going to waste your money.
I feel that Mr. Rison was helpful when called upon. DVM0071 is a self taught class. In order to do well in this class you will need to spend at least 10-15 hours outside class to do the work that is required. I personally feel that the Developmental Math Program should be restructured. This class was a waste of money..
It was great having Professor Rison for my DVM-0031 and DVM-0071 Courses. I dreaded taking math, but with his help I was able to master both courses. He is very understanding and he will go all out to make sure you understand and succeed. Thanks Professor Rison! Job well done!
Prof.Derrick was a cooperative instructor, accommodating, ready to help and available anytime to solve any difficulty on maths. I was able to achieve both DVM 0031 and 0071 in one semester through his dutiful assist support.
I took his class in fall in he is the best instructor ever. He understands his students,responds promptly to your email messages and takes his time to help you understand the material. I wish i can give him twenty stars! I recomend him to everyone, expercially if you are "math phobia". I guarantee you, he has a cure for it.Good luck!
i wish i can give him twenty stars. he is the best instuctor ever. he engages students in teaching and learning process, responds emails in a timely mannar, and makes sure that his students understands the facts.I was able to overcome the spirit of maths anxiety through his help. Bravo Prof! Good job done! keep it up!
this professor is very patient and awesome. i never seen a patient man like that. very punctual
He is the best teacher so far for dvm 0031 I will recomend him to anybody
Professor Rison is an exceptional teacher. He does his best to give us help whenever we don't understand something and aides us the best way possible to make sure we retain the information and not just memorize how to do a math problem.
Prof. Rison is an exceptional Math instructor and a superb tutor. His teaching style encourages and challenges students to meet course objectives, and his tenacious spirit and patience are second to none. I absolutely love math now, and look forward to the next level of classes. If you need a great math instructor, I highly recommend Prof. Rison!
Prof. Rison is an outstanding math professor. he encourages his students to meet course objectives. i will gives him an A +. I recommend professor Rison. However, if you want to succeed in Math you have to practice and dedicated many hours to math. professor Rison is a great one but we need to work hard too.
Great Professor.
He is a very good professor. He is very patience and really cares if his students understand what they are doing. Before this class math was like a different language to me, ith his help I passed with an A.
he tries to make students comfortable enough to be able to concentrate on given task
excellent professor, I give him many props and high fives If not for him and his Tue nite lab help I don't think I would have finished. Thanks so much.
Professor Rison, I must say he is the best math teacher ever!!! I was so lucky to have him as a teacher. He is such a caring person.He really does care about his student. He makes sure that your on top of things. If it wasn't for him I probably wouldn't have passed this his class. I finished 0031 early and i was enrolled in 0071. BEST TEACHER EVER!
Prof. Rison is an awesome instructor who teaches with a passion so that every student has an opportunity to excel in math. He's always on time (if not early) for class, and always responds to questions and email. If you are determined to work hard and do your part, you will definitely be successful in 0031 and/or 0071. Wish he was teaching 0104!
Professor Rison is a true math instructor. No need to search any further. He is the teacher who has your best interests at heart. A great man and an extraordinary math instructor. Do yourself a favor and register for one of his classes. You won't regret it!
Derrick Rison is a master at his craft and he shares it all with every student who's willing to do the work necessary to pass this class. He's clearly the motivating force that propelled me to the next level and it's a privilege to be his student. Thanks, Mr. Rison, for the tears you dried by encouraging me to hang in there. I thank God for you!!!
Professor Rison is one of the best instructors that I have had the privilege to learn from since I started here at PGCC. Even though math is not my strongest subject I was able to get through it because of his patience and his ability to assist me in understanding the concept when I was having difficulties.
Overall great professor and a fair grader. I would take him again. Since this was only a 2 week I can't say too much. He does pushes you to your limits (to complete assignments) but he's not stuck up like most professors.
the class was ok
Professor Rison is very helpful to everyone and he doesn't single you out if you don't understand math as easily as the other students. What I like most about him is that he does not group us according to our abilities. He makes math fun!
Will go through out your test an help you correct your mistakes.
Professor Rison is the best math teacher I ever had. He's there for you and will take his time to make sure you understand the material. The material is done on the computer and is completed in modules. I registered for his DVM 0031 class and will register for DVM 0071 if he's teaching that class. I would take his class over and over again!
Professor Rison encouraged me to push myself even though I was significantly behind. He never said to me you are not going to pass. Instead he told me what to push for so that I could continue to move to the next level next semester.
He is always willing to help you if you need it.
Professor Rison is a fantastic instructor. He is also a great person that guides his students on areas of improvement. I am glad that I've met him and I will continue to be imspired by the knowledge that he dishes out. I hope to come across more Professors that inspires students as well as he does.
Professor Rison is a well dedicated professor at Prince George's Community College! He is very responsive and willing to help whenever you are in need. I am enjoying his class this semester.
Professor Rison is awesome!
Professor Rison is great!
Good teacher!
Professor is very flexible. Was easily contacted when I experienced an issue at the testing center.
Very helpful if you need it . Very easy going guy and hell definitely work with you because he understands life happens.
Not helpful. Focused mainly on following the syllabus then encouraging students to keep moving forward and passing the course. . So sorry that I had to get him. Even when asking for help, I still got the wrong answer. It's like he has to sit there do the question and try to make sure he has it before he can help you. Also responds to emails late!
the professor is a very good one hope I am able to take him for my next math class.
Good guy, will help as much as he can. If he see's that you're trying he will go out of his way to help, even came in on additional day near the end of the semester. Uses every board in the class room to right sample problems from testquizzes. Advises students to use their camera phones to take better notes. I would take his class again.
Professor Rison is very understandable and encourages all of his students to stay on task in order to pass on to DVM-0071.
Professor Rison is awesome, you will pass if you take him and attend his class. He works with you just go to class!
He always answered my questions, and made sure I understood.
I really enjoyed this class. Mr. Rison is a great teacher gives help when help is needed and he makes sure that you understand what you are doing. I appreciate all of his help. Highly recommended.
Great course. Very helpful professor.
Always on time to class. very patience and will help you solve or understand a problem that you keep making minor mistakes on.
Prof. D. Rison is a very nice and pateint instructor, he takes his work with the right methodolgy,aproach, and most importantly even though it seems that the student is still confused ,prof Rison is always there to put him or her through....
great prof!!!! He really tries to work with you and helps you achieve your goal! I would take him again!
Math is my first love and I could not understand until I applied logic as instruct by Professor Risson. contributed to my success in this class was due to actively listening as he explain and show various examples of formulas.
Professor Rison is very a good professor and is quite helpful. While the course itself requires a lot of work, he is always willing to take time to explain difficult material to anyone who asks. Also, he great at responding to your email, usually within 24 hours. I plan to take his class for the next level math.
Prof. Rison was an amazing teacher this semester. I was very nervous at taking a math course because I've never really been great in math. Prof. Rison was there to answer any and all questions, and with ease would work a problem out on the board if needed. Prof. Rison is definitely a teacher who wants his students to flourish and pass!
Has a great understanding of the subject matter and is able to teach effectively.
I enjoy his class.
Although the DVM is modules online, he is a great teacher. He's always willing to help to make sure you understand the steps in learning math. He is very understanding and replies to emails usually within 24 hours or less. I recommend him to anyone taking DVM 0031or 0071. I am not sure if he teaches other math courses.
Excellent Teacher!!
Great Instructor. Available and there for the student during the duration. Willing to assist in any way he can. He is motivational and does all he can to help the student succeed. I would take his class again.
Professor Rison is very good always there to help and a good listener , will recommend it to anyone you wouldn't regret it
I enjoyed the class
He is always ready to help and answer calls at any time. He is so friendly and success minded. He can push you to understand difficult problems in class.
Professor Rison is a very good and fair person. He is very helpful and try to help you in class.
Professor Derrick Rison was a great professor he help you understand the material and go through step by step to make sure you understand the break down of the problem. Although I did not stay to complete the course I would most definitely take Professor Rison's class again.
Math is training the mind to understand a new way of thinking which is very hard. It's like learning to walk on your hands. Prof., Rison was very supportive, attentive and sincerely wanted me to succeed. However, I had too much other classes consuming my time & attention, work, etc. to succeed. I plan to take this class with him in the fall
This class was very challenging since, I hadn't taken algebra since high school. After eight years of being out of school, I thought it was crazy to take this class again. I really appreciated how the professor encourages, motivates and is patient. I would take his class again in the upper level maths. His teaching style is outstanding.
He does a lot of board examples to help you understand formulas. He is clear, patient and very knowledgeable on getting students to understand math. Funny, regular good guy.
Got one more module to complete
Professor Rison is awesome, not only does he work with you but he really tries to help you out in any way that he can so that you can succeed in his class.
The workload is pre-determined so not really something that he can be judged by. Prof. Rison is very good at taking time to work through problems with students, makes requirements to pass very clear and is there for support without hovering too much.
Professor D. Rison is a very good and understanding professor. He knows how to make it's students understand what seems to be difficult in an easy way. He's teaching make it simpler to understand the problem you are solving.
Great professor. Helpful and cRing
Professor Rison was very encouraging, and helpful.
thanks!
Mr. Rison is a very an amazing teacher that gives amazing lectures and he is an inspirational teacher that will help me teach kids with disabilities when im done with college
The professor was very helpful.
He definetly cares that his students succeeds. Clearly, he is not here just for the money! Thanks Professor Rison!!
He wants to make sure you understand his lectures, he take his time to explain and gives 2 or more attempts for Home Work and quizzes, so you can make up and learn from previous mistakes
Professor Rison was very knowledgeable in the math, may have moved a little fast but stayed on a course. Participation was important! Wish he would have taken time to teach us using the calculator as well since the test allowed the use of them but all in all great teacher!
The professor was very knowledgeable but a bit fast for me, but a great teacher very understanding and I would take him again if I had a chance.
The professor is very knowledgeable with math. Participation is the key in his class. he also give you several attempts for better grades. I would love to take his class again. . I hope he keep up the great work. If I failed his classes I did it to my self due to my work schedule with my job an other personal reasons.
Great instructor, and gives clear instruction.
Very helpful, takes the time to explain, writes problems out on the board and allows you to capture picture of board for later reference when completing homework. Homework problems are worked in class so you have a clear understanding of how.
Great professor thank you.
I liked his class.
If you come to class, you will pass. Professor Rison talks a little fast but when you ask him to explain he does his best to make sure he knows all of his students are comprehending the work. He offers tutoring throughout the week and always shows up on time. Taking him next semester!
A good professor
He is the best
Cares about your grad will give xtra credit and open closed assignments for you as well
You want to learn & pass? Prof Rison is a one in thousands prof that teaches in such a way that you don't have an option than to know what you are doing and pass. He love teaching and teaches with compassion. He is accessible in class and outside the class. He is a good communicator and respective. I will take him again if he teaches my next class.
passionate and very engaged
Professor Rison makes sure that all work is understood thoroughly.
Professor Rison was very patient and made sure that we understood each lesson before we moved on.
If your a student, who has an issue with understanding the basics of basic math, pre-algebra, or algebra, this class is not for you. Rison will teach the lesson as if it's a review of material. When you ask questions, he will quickly answer the question, and move on. If the student's bewilderment remains, he will urge you to read to go to a tutor.
I love this professor and I will love to take his class again. He's just so amazing
Sometimes confuses himself on the work he is trying to explain but still a great teacher!
Hes great. The class is easy.
great teacher
This semester, this professor broke things down for me which was good and also gave extra credit which helped
Great Instructor! Easy to reach outside of class,and after class.
Professor Derrick inspire you to work hard and never discourage anybody.
very understanding and listen to you
Pro. Rison try hie best to make sure we understand the process. Thank you!!!!
Good professor for people who have challenges in math. Explains concepts in simple terminology/details.
Professor Rison is very nice
Prof. Rison is an amazing teacher. His lectures are solid. He will make sure he explained in detail in the class.
Good Instructor, cares, really tries to help out. Respectful and demands respect. Knows the material and Teaches a pretty good course.
Professors Rison takes his time to explain problems you do not understand.
He is good but hard to understand the giving lectures
If you show up and stay on top of your homework and quiz, you'll pass. Study your math sections and stay prepared. great professor overall. I will take him again.
GREAT TEACHER!!!! I would take him over & over again if I could.
He's a great professor! he's very clear with explaining the material. if you dont get it , then he will help you understand it. They even have a teacher assistant in the class to help you. He even leaves alot of room for extra credit. Im not a math genius but with his great teaching skills, and me putting in the work, I got a A in the class.
This professor is very down to earth. Also he will try to help you in anyways to improve your grade. Very informative. Class is interesting in my humble opinion..I would take again
Professor Rison is GREAT. Cool, calm and collected. This was my 3rd time taking this class (different professors of course) with previous grades being F and D. With Professor Rison's ways of teaching and making sure material is understood before moving to something new, I currently have an A before finals. I would definitely take him again!!!!
Professor Rison Is a great teacher. He's been my math teacher for almost 3 semesters and if he was teaching my next math class he would continue to be my teacher. I never thought that I could learn pre algebra, but Professor proved me wrong. I actually stay awake in his class. He is not a boring teacher and makes sure we understand our material
Professor Rison is great but very old school. He teach the class review before every exam. Ask questions and study hard and you will pass his class.
Prof Rison is the best math teacher, he is very explicit for students to understand. His class is so active with group work and he makes me to love mathematics more and more. I will definitely take him for 0071 because I understand him more better. I am from Africa, we have different accents and I was so happy that I can understand professor Rison.
Great Professor explains each lesson thoroughly and answers all questions with ease. Gives lots of extra credit. I really enjoyed his class. I will definitely take his class again in the future.
Professor Rison is a great teacher. He taught me in a way that didn't take me long to understand. He teaches exactly what you need to know. He also gives opportunities to make extra credit.
Very helpful and wants to make sure you understand material. Gives you opportunity for extra credit too.
This professor is very helpful, and he makes sure you understand the material that he is teaching. He is always available to answer any questions that you have. Even going through this unexpected event, he made the best out the class.
Professor Rison is a great instructor he is patient and very understanding, I am 60 years old and havent been to school in over 40 years, but he was able to teach me where as though I could understand it. Great person to have
Professor Derick Rison is an awesome professor to have. He will take you from unknown to known. Though the class was transitioned from class to online due to COVID-19, the class went well but with a lot of homework and Tutorials for each lesson. I really enjoyed the class. He very respectful, and ready to work. I gladly recommend him to anyone
Professor Rison is very helpful, learned so much from his class. You will not regret choosing him as a professor, His viewpoints are very clear and straight forward.
I LIKE PROF. RISON'S WAY OF TEACHING. IT IS SO EASY FOR ME TO UNDERSTAND. I PREFER HIS TEACHING TO THE TEXTBOOK.
He was a pretty good professor no complaints
PROF RISON SIMPLIFIES MATH TO AN EASY UNDERSTANDING. IF ONLY HE WILL TEACH MY NEXT CLASS.
just do your work and he is very understanding.
His an amazing professor I would take him again. If you dont understand he takes the time to explain and gives you good examples gives you too ways of doing the math problem. I Took him online and he did not make it difficult always made sure you was doing your assignments it was on you if you got them done or not .
He uses educosoft which is great!!! He's Easy going ,approachable, and fair
He teaches directly from the book. He doesn't do well at explaining when you don't understand how to do the work. He just tells you to practice.
Work smart smart not harder makes a difference! Do your part, use your resources and you should pass with a passing grade..
If you participate and ask questions, he will explain it to you. However he talks a lil fast and low so if he records sessions its helpful to go back and look at them. If he gives you a study guide for you to follow for final exam STUDY IT!!! "Work Smart Smart not Harder" -Professor Rison
He has a clear grading criteria, and keeps you on track for success. He knows his stuff! He doesnt mind slowing down to clarify a problem. Study, go back and review recording and practice! I feel confident moving on to the next class! I encourage you to ask questions!
Professor Rison was pretty good. I like his explanations for things and he encourages participation heavily. I liked his class overall. He has problem with you contacting him before or after class which is awesome if you need the extra help.
He teaches straight from the book. I did not learn anything from him and he can't answer my questions.
Teaches straight from the book and talks way to fast. He refuses to slow down and he mumbles a lot when reading the material he's trying to teach. Very poor in explaining things. Very poor in answering questions for you to understand.
Highly recommend Prof. Rison for your next Math Class.
Great Professor!!! I'm not good in math but Professor Rison made sure I was going to pass his course and comprehend the information he was teaching.
Amazing Teacher, But you have to do your part, study and be prepared, participate and come to class it will matter.
Very engaging and cares about making sure everyone understands the material, if not he takes the time to explain again and again until it's understood.
Professor Rison is an excellent math instructor who transforms very complex math concepts into clear and engaging lessons. His support, passion, and feedback for teaching consistently inspire academic growth and confidence
Professor Rison has his student's best interest at heart. He goes out of his way to assist where he can. Your success matters to him.
Professor Rison did a great job
Professor Rison is a very good professor and is a great fit for this course. He explains the course material in a thorough manner, lets students ask questions and negotiates retakes for missed or low-grade assignments.
He made materials easy to understand and gave thorough explanations. He also made sure everyone was on the same page.
Great teacher indeed ,making Maths much more simple to understand
Understanding professor. Willing to stop and ask if anyone has any questions about what he's explaining.
I really appreciate.
Professor Rison explains math concepts clearly and makes difficult topics easy to understand. Their lessons are well organized, and they use helpful examples that strengthen understanding. Overall, an effective and engaging instructor.
The class is easy to pass. The teacher is very light on work and gives enough time to practice for upcoming assignments and tests.
Great teacher, be prepared to do weekly assignments.
Great teacher!!
Great Professor. Quick to respond. Personable. Easy to ask questions.
He explains and shows you everything you neeed to know
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
90%
Textbook Required
39%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A-
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Declining
-0.67 avg changeRatings by Course
DVM003
5.0
(1)MATHDVM
5.0
(1)DVM007
5.0
(2)DVE0030
5.0
(1)DVM0070
5.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
DVM0071LE06A
4.0
MAT0061
4.0
DVE0030
3.0
DVM0070
3.0
DSL0061
3.0