2.8

Donnell Boles

Mathematics - Broward College (all campuses)

2.8
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
54%
Would Retake
114
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2.8
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
2.9
Helpful
2.8
Clarity

54%

Would Retake

114

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Rating Distribution
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114 total ratings

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What Students Say

The worse thing to ever happen to education since the fear of the A bomb that caused schools to teach kids to hide under their desks

ALGEB1103 - 1.0 rating

not so clear on math breakdown, kills you with homework

STA1001 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

72%

Textbook Required

48%

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A: 9
A+: 7
B: 6
C: 5
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Reviews (113)
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MATH0024
Jun 2, 2008

Easy to understand.

4.0
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SAT2023
Jul 31, 2008

This class is easy. He is VERY helpfull. He gets confused a lot and makes a lot of mistakes. Make sure you review your tests and homework cause he might mark it wrong when it's right.

1.0
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MAC1201
Dec 11, 2008

He really sucks as a professor. He once told us that he was "finna challenge yo intellectual." This man is one of the most illiterate teachers I have ever met. You basically have to teach yourself in the class and if you are not that type of learner then you are out of luck.

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MAT0024
Jan 2, 2009

I took that placement test and it put me in the lowest level and yet when I took the first class I aced it with bonus points on every test... Then I took the next class with Prof. Boles, at first I was correcting his mistakes and finishing problems he got stuck on. He was a horrible teacher, can't speak proper english and lost half his class.

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MAT0024
Apr 29, 2009

He is overall a nice guy. But when it comes to teaching, I think you should only take this class if you already know the material and got stuck taking it. First time takers DO NOT TAKE!!

2.0
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MAT024
May 9, 2009

If you do not readily understand Math DO NOT TAKE PROF BOLES. He is very fast paced and does not enjoy re-explaning misunderstood steps. Thankful for what I learned from him though.

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MAT0024
May 10, 2009

DO NOT TAKE HIM. If you know the stuff already then take him, but he is AWFUL. He gets confused with his own examples and will spend the whole class going over one problem. I wouldn't waste your money on this class....I have to take it again because I was so lost with his teaching methods.

2.0
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MAC1105
Jul 10, 2009

This man was soo freakin cool. People didn't like him but he was ma dawg. He is a TERRIBLE teacher. I mean, lol, if you don't know how to teach yourself your not going to do well in his class. But, this man, idk something about him made him cool. Some students thought that he was after them because he gave them bad grades. But I ended up with an A.

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STA2023
Aug 13, 2009

Prof. Boles is really nice and helpful. I must admit that he is not as clear as you would want a professor to be but thats what I get for taking stats in 6 weeks. The q2uizzes in the class have the same value as the test. Hes hot too! Built right!

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MAC1105
Aug 16, 2009

The worst, and most useless teacher I have had in a while. BE PREPARED TO TEACH YOURSELF!!!! A very cool person, but extremely bad teacher.

3.0
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MAT1033
Sep 27, 2009

Good Teacher, gives lots of examples and answers all the students questions, teaches u the easy and fast way 2 solve the prob. He does move a little fast but its the basic stuff so if you ask he will do examples so you understand. I read other comments and people were saying about his accent, i had no problem with it, i could understand everything.

2.0
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MAT1033
Mar 25, 2010

Am not very good in math and he made it even worse, he was sarcastic at times and not very helpful, goes way too fast. I stuck through the class until withdrawal date just to know I tried. I ended up withdrawing no use in staying, I rather lose my $ than my GPA.

1.0
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MAT1033
Apr 11, 2010

This teacher is a nice guy but you will be teaching yourself...I took notes and tried to teach myself.He rushes through chapters and has to be corrected by the students many times..DO NOT TAKE IF YOU VALUE YOUR GPA!!!

2.0
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MAT1033
May 9, 2010

Nice guy, not a great teacher. Be prepared to teach yourself.

1.0
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MAT1033
May 18, 2010

Run away of this professor as fast as you can!!! He doesn't have any clue about teaching... You will be on your own

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MAT1033
May 19, 2010

Personality seems ok. But he mis-interprets questions alot!!, and tries to explain new terms without establishing the definitions. ex:DEFINE: Absolute Value = DISTANCE from 0; Then, explain the LOGIC: Since were referring to DISTANCE (+ or -), the AV ( DISTANCE from 0) MUST be positive. remember, Doing math and teaching math are way different.

1.0
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MAT1033
Jun 12, 2010

ughhh.... this professor frustrated me soooo badly. Now im not the greatest at math but ive always tried and never got below a b when leaving a math class. But even as much as i tried i still got a c. Hes always messing up his equations and just dosent seem to have it together. DONT TAKE HIM. trust me

1.0
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MAT1033
Jun 28, 2010

This teacher I think understands math, but is horrible at teaching it. I feel bad because he is nice but the worst math teacher ever! I just barely passed with a C. That is the first C I have gotten in any math class. Be prepared to teach yourself. It was very frustrating, after class I would Youtube lessons to try to teach myself.

2.0
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MAT1033
Jul 5, 2010

Nice person,but not a good teacher. Would not rec. this teacher to anyone unless you are highly confident in your math skills,or can learn the material on your own.

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MGF1107
Jul 21, 2010

This prof is the best ever i suck at math and i am passing, his class is not designed for anyone to fail. if you go there and you say the grade you want he will work with you and help you to get that great. super funny and cool.you will laugh all throughout his class. he make math fun.

3.0
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MAT1033
Aug 9, 2010

if your self motivated, and stay way ahead of the class on your own, you'll love this guy. I did each chapter on my own before class. i chuckled at his explanations at times, but found the class easy. those who thought "i'll just listen, i should get it" got frustrated quickly. Do each chapter like you actually want to learn it, and you will.

5.0
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MGF1107
Aug 11, 2010

There is no way you should fail this class if you study. Prof Boles gave many opportunities to pass class. Very easy going and will stop to explain questions.

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MGF1107
Aug 17, 2010

Prof. Boles is a great teacher. He will challenge you to learn. Write abd study everything he writes on the board. He will provide many opportunities for you to learn and pass his class. You must apply yourself. I was finally able to comprehend Math. Thank you Dr./Professor Boles. He is so knowledgeable in Math! P.S. Eye candy for sure.

2.0
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MGF1107
Aug 23, 2010

I was taking his class only as a refresher course as I've been out of college for a while. With that said, I felt that most of the time I could get up there and teach the class better than him. I earned an A quite easily, but I feel bad for my peers who earned a B or below due in large part to this man. I would not recommend him to anyone.

5.0
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MGF1107
Aug 23, 2010

I am a student at FAU who needed this class to get my BA and Professor Boles is the Best professor in the world. go to class and do the work.Tell him the grade you need and he will make sure you get it with his help and some work.His class was a pleasure i laughed in class every night he is super funny.i am the worst in math and got a "B" YEAH

5.0
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MGF1107
Aug 23, 2010

Professor Boles is one of the best professor of mathematics i have come across at broward college his instruction were clear and once u paid attention and did your asigments there was no way you should fail his class

4.0
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MAT1033
Nov 12, 2010

good professor

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MAT1033
Nov 25, 2010

This is the worse and most arrogrant teacher ever. If you take him forget about learning anything, he was 5-10 min late for most of the semester. You will need to go to youtube and learn everything on your own, I also think he has some sort of ebonics speech problem

2.0
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MATH1033
Dec 18, 2010

I would not recommend this teacher to anybody. i did not learn anything from him. i feel that he needs to learn more than i do...many time he was trying to explain an excercise and the students had to help him solving it, because he ended up lost and consfused...WASTE OF TIME...please DO NOT TAKE HIM!!

2.0
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MAC1033
May 3, 2011

dont take this prof, he does not stick to his syllabus, which said the lowest test score will be dropped. In the last minute, he announced that he changed his mind.

3.0
3.0
MAT0024
Jun 13, 2011

This class sucked for me, I didnt learn anything. Everyone was failing! He goes through the material way to fast. He makes a lot of mistakes and students are always correcting him, Teaching and grading. BUT if you are really good at math then take this guy because you will pass with a A. I suck so bad an failed EVERYTHING but he passed me with a C!

1.0
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MAT1033
Jun 23, 2011

Worst professor ever. He doesn't explain the concepts and he jumps steps and then when you ask him how he got that answer sometimes he didn's know. He does not give extra credit for homework he rely only on his tests which by the way are nothing like his study guides. If you care about your GPA PLEASE DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS!!!!!!!

2.0
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MAC1140
Aug 10, 2011

Prof. Boles is a good person. I can see he understands the material, but his forte is not explaining it to other students. He will make mistakes during an explanation. He was also late a lot, once almost an hour late and the day of the final, he was 30 mins late! Very unorganized. Grades based on 4 tests only. Barely passed with a C. Beware!!!

3.0
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ALGEB1103
Nov 15, 2011

PROFESSOR BOLES IS EXTREMELY PATIENT AND NICE, HOWEVER RELIES ON TESTS ONLY FOR GRADING. NO EXTRACREDIT, NO LATE WORK, AND NO MAKE UP TESTS. IF YOU ARE LIKE ME, AND HAVE A HARD TIME COMPREHENDING MATHEMATICS, I WOULD ADVISE YOU TO TAKE THE COURSE WITH A DIFFERENT PROFESSOR. HE WAS NOT WILLING TO ALLOW ME TO DO EXTRA WORK TO BRING UP MY GRADE.

5.0
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MAT1033
Dec 8, 2011

I enjoyed his class, i'm not that great in math but was able to bass the class with a mid B. If you need help after class he is able to help during he office hours. He gives test reviews before each test which are helpful In order to pass you must show up to class and study he is not one of those teachers who just pass you just because you show up.

3.0
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MAT1033
Dec 9, 2011

he's average. nice and kinda funny sometimes. he rambles and sometimes doesn't know what's going on (gets confused on problems; gives wrong answers...) 3 tests plus final and two quizzes.

2.0
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MATH1033
Dec 15, 2011

I took Mr. Boles for Intermediate Algebra. He is a very nice and funny guy, but his teaching is a different story. He DEFINATELY DOES NOT EXPLAIN WELL and gets confused at times. Does not give homework but you MUST study Study study to pass. If you find math very challenging, this teacher is not for you. If you study you can pass.

4.0
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MAT1033
Jan 12, 2012

I read some of the descriptions and I realized that in any given class you will have many different opinions since we're not all the same. He understands the material and explained it the way I needed it to be explained. Whenever I was confused, I asked questions and he answered them. I took him for two consecutive courses and got an A both times.

4.0
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MAC1033
May 5, 2012

Great Professor, really glad I took him. He actually came to class an hour early to help with a study group! He is really there for his students.

5.0
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MAC1105
May 22, 2012

He is good professor. Just study, and you will pass!

5.0
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MAT1033
Jun 13, 2012

Very helpful to students.

4.0
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MAT0018
Nov 26, 2012

before taking this class I hated math with a passion (still hate it but to a lesser degree)Mr. boles is very helpful and i felt very comfortable asking for help when previously i would suffer in silence.he also gives more than enough time to complete homework.so as long as you pay attention, do homework and take notes u will pass.

4.0
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MATH0018
Jan 7, 2013

Prof. Boles is very nice. He's also thorough and fair. Do your homework and extra credit, review for your tests and you'll also get an A.

2.0
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MATMATH
Jan 23, 2013

If you are not a strong math student stay clear. He is not for you,he is very unclear and skips steps he should review. NOT WORTH IT. DON'T DO IT!

2.0
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MAT1033
May 7, 2013

Professor is very unclear in his teaching methods. He's all over the place get you confused on what your learning. If you are not good at math this teacher is not for you.

2.0
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MAT1033
Jun 6, 2013

I would not recommend this professor: unprofessional and disorganized! Th only thing he does organize is his writing on the board,which takes him a lot of time. This means you will have a 4 hour lecture with no breaks! That's crazy. Doesn't give you and agenda for the semester because "he doesn't wanna rush". But he rushes in every lecture.

2.0
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STA2023
Aug 11, 2013

Although I passed the class, I believe this professor needs some work when it comes to teaching and explaining concepts in Statistics. For now I would say he is not a good teacher.

4.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: C
Aug 21, 2013

Very helpful to students who ask for help. He will give little jokes here and there.Writes too much on the board though and he gets alittle confused at times. Participate in class and make him know your name and show that youre interested in his class. Do all the extra credit homework he gives.. it helps.

4.0
2.0
STA2023
Aug 21, 2013

Do not be discouraged to take his class I was when I read these reviews. I did not open my book this semester at all I studied from the notes and mainly from his practice tests. Study from his practice exams & you'll be fine. He gave us the option online or in class for the final, don't opt for online. He is very fair I would def. take him again!

5.0
2.0
MAT1033
Aug 27, 2013

Professor Boles is very helpfull and a easy going person. I took him for MAT1033 in the summer, he write very clear and go step by step so students can understand. Alot of people says he is unclear, but am sure they never asked questions. If I was unclear i would ask questions until i got it. Overall my experience in this class was good.

2.0
2.0
STA2023
Nov 18, 2013

Not a good teacher, andit is sad because he tries... He says the word "OK" like 3 out of 10 words..He is very slow during lectures and then at the end of the semester he rushes. Unless you are a very strong math student, I would not recommend.

2.0
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MAT1033
Dec 5, 2013

the problems on the board are very simple but the question on tests and quizzes are so complex that it seems like a completely different lesson that he didnt go over.I have never had a teacher disrespect me in front of the classroom for discussing a problem with the person sitting next to me while people across the room are screaming and hollering.

4.0
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MAT1033
Dec 11, 2013

Just follow his notes and do all of the recommended work he gives you in the book. its all about practice, you cant expect to just KNOW these things inherently. He's a good math prof, better than most at least.

1.0
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MAC1105
Dec 19, 2013

HORRIBLE TEACHER! I wouldn't recommend him to my worst enemy! Skip steps and makes an issue about explaining problems! UNPROFESSIONAL! Comes to class late, had a HUGE argument with a student who was asking him to explain a problem and wears SLIDES AND SOCKS to class! I got a B only because of the homework and because the final was online!

1.0
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PRECALCULUS
Dec 28, 2013

Awful professor honestly. I have gotten awards for math and am a very prestigious math student and this class was like not even taking the course at all but still having to do the tests which are written in the Masters Level. The man made me change my major because of how awful he was.

5.0
1.0
MAT0018
Grade: A-
Jan 10, 2014

I took this professor some time last year and now I'm looking to see if he teaches MAC105.. I thought he was wonderful. He does not tolerate childish and immature behavior and I don't blame him. He was very very nice and extremely helpful. I will admit that he was 5 minutes late sometimes but he was also willing to stay after class to help out.

1.0
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MAT1033
Mar 20, 2014

If you need to be taught he's deffinately the wrong professor. In my case I had to teach my self the material because he was very unclear and all over the place. Writes very slow and when asked about a problem he gets very defensive. Don't do it. Save yourself some time.

1.0
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MAT1033
Mar 27, 2014

This teacher is a nice guy but nice isn't going to get you anywhere.If you want to learn, do not take his class. He required us to buy the book and we've never used it. He doesn't know how to teach, he's very slow and doesn't explain ANYTHING! Waste of time and money! Do NOT take this class. IDK what my grade will be yet, but I'm being self-taught.

1.0
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MAT1033
Grade: B
May 4, 2014

I had professor boles for intermediate algebra, which should be an easy class, but he makes it complicated. His study guides are not like the tests and he cant answers his own questions. He also make a lot of mistakes and typos. If you want to get an A or actually learn, don't take this class, because you will be forced to teach yourself.

1.0
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MAT1033
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
May 6, 2014

Very disorganized. Is only interested in catching whatever game is on that day rather than educating his students. He's very slow and scattered. He hates to answer student's questions. He gets lost in his own work. Would only recommend this class to my worst enemy for frustration.

2.0
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MAC1105
Grade: C+
May 6, 2014

Very difficult professor to follow. He is sometimes unclear in his speaking and does a poor job explaining formulas and procedures. I had to correct two of his answers on his study guides. I spent hours teaching my self because I left the class confused.I went into the final with a 90%. Final was online but extremely difficult! I bombed it!!

1.0
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MAC1140
Sep 18, 2014

The worst class that I''ve ever taken and I dropped it too and also not the easiest. When I got the quiz which I ha studied on it was like a foreign language to me. He skips steps and he acts all defensive when he gets called out on a mistake too

2.0
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MAC1140
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 3, 2014

I took this class for MAC1140 and I highly recommend you stay away! Majority of the class, I had to teach myself the lessons because he's scattered everywhere (also, extremely slow and has to make sure his notes on the board is PERFECT handwriting). Plus, all the things he teaches ISN'T on the test and the level of difficulty is 10 out 10 on tests

1.0
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MAT1033
Dec 23, 2014

RUN! WOULD NOT RECOMMEND! He takes points off for everything and anything. The test are multiple choice and he will take points off if you have the correct answer, but didn't show enough work to his standards. He requires the textbook, but DO NOT BUY IT. He never assigned any work from it or taught from it. I would not recommend him to my enemy.

5.0
1.0
MAT1033
Grade: A
Mar 27, 2015

Great professor. I believe he's also a high school teacher so he explains everything until everyone gets it! Tests aren't hard. Great class. Had fun. Would take again.

5.0
4.0
STAT2023
Grade: A
Aug 10, 2015

Stat is not an easy class. This prof is very straight forward if you listen to him. He makes stat fun, I hate math and I enjoyed taking his class. I highly recommend him over Paul beulieu. Professor Boles knows how to teach stat !

4.0
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MAC1105
Grade: C
Aug 19, 2015

Professor Boles was a great teacher!! He explains everything to fullest, so that even a child could probably understand him. I love his teaching strategy and he helps you as much as possible. He is not out to fail you, his goal is to help you learn and be successful. He also has a very nice body;)

4.0
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STA1001
Grade: A+
Oct 13, 2015

Took his accelerated 8 week course and got an A on everything. Follow his notes and do the reviews before tests and you're guaranteed an A. Nothing difficult about this professor. He's extremely patient and cares that EVERYONE understands the information. Taking him for regular Stats next semester.

3.0
3.0
MAT1033
Dec 16, 2015

He's a good teacher but constsatly mumbles. Make sure to take good notes!

4.0
3.0
MAT1033
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 17, 2015

Great teacher he is very clear on what he expects from you. just show up to every class because you will miss important info. he gives reviews before each test and doesn't mind explaining until you get it. he is very passionate about his job. If i could take him again i surely will!

4.0
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MAT1033
Dec 18, 2015

Amazing professor! He doesn't mind explaining things to you until you understand. He is always ready to teach. The way he lectures is pretty clear and he breaks down each step for you. His test reviews are very helpful. I wish I could take him again. Other than his teaching strategies, he is very funny and attractive as well.

5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: C+
Dec 18, 2015

Wonderful teacher who cares that the students learn. He takes the time to explain things step by step, doesn't assume you know the content.

1.0
5.0
MAC1033
Grade: C
Dec 18, 2015

Worst class ever! You'd think because he is a HS teacher he would be able to explain the work a lot better , He does not go over anything, you learn this section one day another the next . He is a cool teacher but if you want to learn and actually pass don't take.

1.0
5.0
ALGEB1103
Grade: F
Apr 16, 2016

He is horrible at explaining things. He puts material on the board and expects you to know it and if you don't speak up he'll just assume you know it and moves on. And he has the balls to put stuff that he didn't teach on the test. The online homework site really sucks. It's not helpful. Take someone else. Not recommended.

4.0
2.0
MAT1033
Grade: B+
May 9, 2016

I'm my opinion Professor Boles is an A+ Teacher. I Took him for an 8 Week course, he doesn't give extra credit by demand, however if your willing to go up to the dry board and do some problems, its well worth it on the tests. You know the old rule, "Ask and you shall receive", don't expect to pass without giving some effort in this class!

1.0
5.0
ALGEB1103
Grade: F
May 11, 2016

He made us wait while he stepped outside for a phone call because he didn't know what the hell he was doing on the white board.

1.0
1.0
MAC1033
Grade: A+
May 11, 2016

heres the thing with him you need to earn a 68 and he will boost it up to a 70.. study his reviews go to the math lab after you get the review and youll do fine . he sucks at teaching this indian kid in my class haad a A because he kept participating he only got extra credit galore. boles does not answer emails one day he wore sunglasses to class

4.0
3.0
STA1001
Grade: C+
May 16, 2016

He knew when to joke around but also get to work. Although the tests were kind of hard because I'm not very good at math, he knew how to explain and go back if anyone misunderstood.

5.0
3.0
MAT1033
Grade: A
May 27, 2016
Would take again

He is the greatest teacher ! He explains everything in a way in which you will understand and the class isnt hard if you pay attention, take notes and study. He is the best!

5.0
1.0
STA1001
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 20, 2016
Would take again

Mr boles cares about his students he breaks the material down really well for you to understand it. he is big on attendance. just respect him , come on time and study his reviews and you will pass

2.0
4.0
STA1001
Grade: A
Jun 25, 2016
Wouldn't take again

not so clear on math breakdown, kills you with homework.

1.0
5.0
ALGEB1103
Grade: F
Nov 28, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Completely and utterly useless.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
STAT2023
Dec 26, 2016
Would take again

Mr. Boles is so awesome! I took him for fall semester and passed his class. Most students fail to realize that you have to work hard and can't give up. He is one of the few professors that'll actually do everything to help you. Take his class and you'll pass but you have to do your part and study.

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
3.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: B
May 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

It is casually long, I passed but it was very boring and repetitive. He's a jokester that wants to see that everyone understands, but he loses you on the way of learning. I learned mostly through youtube hoping to be out every single time I went to class. Do not expect his tests/ reviews on time, more like the last minute type of professor.

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ALGEB1103
Grade: F
May 21, 2017
Wouldn't take again

The worse thing to ever happen to education since the fear of the A bomb that caused schools to teach kids to hide under their desks.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: C
Jun 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He's really sweet and caring. However, don't take him if you're really bad at math. It'll be really hard. He's one of those teachers that are nice people but not amazing teachers. But if you try hard, you will not fail.

Tough Grader
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
4.0
3.0
MAC1105
Jul 18, 2017
Would take again

Professor Boles is a reasonable and fair professor. He gives out quite a bit of homework, but it's easy if you listen to his lectures. His lectures are understandable. Don't hesitate to ask questions before, during, or after class. He also offers homework assistance during his office hours.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
1.0
5.0
ALGEB1103
Grade: F
Aug 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

A Disaster. It was impossible to pass. Terrible at teaching. Too much homework which was impossible to comprehend. And taking it in six weeks didn't help either. He shouldn't be a college professor. He wants to get his PhD in math when he can't even teach a community college class. NOT RECOMMENDED!!!!

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
MAC1140
Grade: A+
Oct 24, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I'm an engineering student and am very good at math. That being said, this class was a train wreck. He never has his classes planned and is incredibly disorganized. Still he expects you to somehow keep up. I taught myself the entire class via the homework, which is also grueling. If you are not already exceptional at math, do not take this class.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2018
Would take again

He is wonderful professor that shows and has passion for his students. He truly has a passion for teaching.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
4.0
4.0
MAC1105
May 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If you really need to learn this professor isn't for you. However, he will help you and go out of his way to make sure you can pass. He says you need the text book but you will literally never use it. Not the most organized person by far so you will really need to stay on top of your stuff but do the homework and participate and you should pass.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: A-
Aug 19, 2018
Would take again

If youre bad at math, take him! He makes sure every student understands before moving on. Attendance isnt super mandatory but he will bump you at the end of the semester if you have 100% attendance. LOTS OF HOMEWORK! But it actually helps for the test!

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
MAT1033
Grade: B+
Sep 19, 2018
Would take again

He cares and he is always there for you when you need his help. i love him.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
4.0
MAT1033
Grade: B
Nov 27, 2018
Would take again

He is a great professor! I love Mr. Boles. I always been bad at math, yet he has helped me out so much. Math is a very difficult thing for me. But with his help and my hard work i managed to pass math :)

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
1.0
3.0
MAT1033
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 12, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Hes the type of person that is really nice and likes to make jokes. However, whatever the topic is, he doesnt necessarily know how to get it across to his students. He knows what hes doing but he doesnt know how to show that to other people.

SO MANY PAPERS
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
1.0
MAT1033
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2018
Would take again

Great teacher! He will help you pass in different ways! I Recommend this teacher!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: C
May 8, 2019
Would take again

I liked this professor. This class was very hard for me. He made the material as clear as could be, he is a good teacher. I only had a minor problem with the fact that my fellow students were very rowdy, lots of young people, and this professor didn't control the class well. I would take his class again.

Lots of homework
4.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: B+
May 8, 2019
Would take again

He's really personable, intelligent, and good at explaining. He'll occasionally get wrapped up in talking to the students/the class, but the professor si worth taking I think. I had him for col alg. His homework and study guides are almost exactly like the tests, too.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MAC1140
May 16, 2019
Would take again

He is a very nice professor who will go over whatever you need help on and he tries to make it very clear. He gives random extra credit with worksheets so try not to miss class because he will not give you that worksheet if you are not there. He always gives up to 3-4 quizzes and 3 tests and 1 final. Most of the stuff on the tests are on the review

Graded by few things
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
MAC2233
Grade: A
Sep 26, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Absolutely AWFUL. Would literally read the textbook before coming to class to teach himself the material. Taught myself from the homework which was also GOD AWFUL. Too many questions with 10 or so parts in them. Doesnt respond to emails whatsoever and expects you to feel sorry for him because hes teaching however many classes. Save yourself now.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
STA2023
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2019
Wouldn't take again

DON'T TAKE HIM! If I could give him a rating of 0 I would. First day of class HE came 15 minutes late and didn't even have a Syllabus! He expects respect that he doesn't give, he'll take a week to open assignments in MML but only give students 1 day to complete. The rating under here is right, he expects sympathy b/c he teaches a lot. STAY AWAY!!!!

1.0
5.0
STA2023
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2019
Wouldn't take again

WARNING: DO NOT TAKE!!!! Literally every negative review you read on here can't be more correct. EXTREMELY disorganized! His availability is slim to none, you'll be teaching yourself. He makes what could be an easy subject more difficult. Your lucky if his rants has anything to do with the lecture. SAVE YOURSELF, don't take!!!

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: A
Jan 5, 2020
Would take again

Prof Boles explains how to solve a math problem step by step & does so w/o making you feel ignorant when you ask for help which was a plus for me being that I dislike math w/a passion. He reviews w/the class b4 each test which was also a plus. If you want to pass: show up, do the HW, study & you'll do well on your quizzes/tests & you will pass!

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Caring
1.0
2.0
MAC1105
Grade: A
Apr 11, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I would never recommend him to anyone who struggles with math. He makes an easy math class way more difficult than it has to be. He is extremely unorganized, shows up late to class everyday, does not reply to emails unless you blow up his inbox, does not input grades into D2L, & struggles with teaching others. He understands math but cant teach.

5.0
1.0
MAC1105
Grade: A+
May 12, 2020
Would take again

He believes in you more than u believe in yourself which gives u the drive to work harder. He's very good at explaining the material, and if you don't get it in class, he'll help you during his office hrs. BEST PROFESSOR ON CENTRAL CAMPUS!

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
MAC2233
Jul 23, 2020
Wouldn't take again

First day of class he showed up late, disorganized, and would ask the class if his answers were correct or not. HORRIBLE, save your time and take this class with another professor.

1.0
4.0
MAC1140
Grade: B
Aug 8, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Very lazy teacher, completely relies on Mymathlab and does not do much. His live lessons are literally him trying to understand math (literally looks at the book after listing any problem). Very late responses to emails, not considerate towards students circumstances.

2.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: B
Aug 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Don't get me started on Professor Boles. First of all, he was always late for a lecture and kept us waiting. Second, he never responded to emails that might be a necessity for us. He was always loud explaining the topic and made us feel inferior. I just did not enjoy taking or being in his class. IN THE END...I HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU DON'T TAKE HIM!

Lecture heavy
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: C+
Aug 12, 2020
Would take again

He is a GREAT professor. He answers questions during the class and after class. He gives test reviews with the answers. The tests are very similar to the reviews. He cares about the students and tries to help them out.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
MAC1140
Grade: B
Aug 12, 2020
Would take again

This teacher is awesome. He explains concepts thoroughly and clearly. He helps his students pass, but you have to want to be successful. He assigns problems and walks around to help you out. This helps you learn the material. Take him and I recommend that you take him.

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
4.0
4.0
MAC1105
Aug 13, 2020
Would take again

Professor Boles was extremely helpful and encouraging

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MAC2233
Grade: A
Aug 13, 2020
Would take again

Easy to follow his lectures. He listens to students and answers questions efficiently.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
MAC1105
Grade: A-
Oct 16, 2020
Would take again

I took professor boles this past semester and he was excellent. He took time out of his day to help me after class through ZOOM. Professor Boles is efficient when it comes to ZOOM classes because of covid. He is highly intelligent and respectable!

Respected
Accessible outside class
Caring
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Attendance Mandatory

72%

Textbook Required

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