4.4

Doron Lubinsky

Mathematics - Georgia Institute of Technology

4.4
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
84%
Would Retake
132
Reviews
4.4
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
4.3
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

84%

Would Retake

132

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What Students Say

Honestly, go to class, listen to this awesome professor

MATH2551 - 5.0 rating

This man is the bomb dot com

MATH2551 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

9%

Textbook Required

33%

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A-: 5
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Reviews (132)
5.0
2.0
MATH1502
Jul 26, 2003

He's a good prof even though his jokes can send one off to sleep. He knows his subject well and is very helpful outside class also.

5.0
2.0
MATH1502
Jun 14, 2005

FABULOUS teacher. Practice exams are almost exactly like his tests. HE explains everything clearly and grades fairly. One of the best teachers that i had at Tech my freshman year

5.0
2.0
MATH1502
Mar 16, 2005

He did a great job at explaining the material and he was always very willing to explain things in such a way that were easy to understand. His tests are extreamly fair! One of the fairest teachers here at tech. He did an amazing job at teaching the course, I feel that I learned something.

5.0
2.0
1502
Apr 21, 2006

His lectures and exams are very straight forward. As long as you go to class and recitations and spend some time studying before exams, you should be fine.

5.0
3.0
MATH1502
Jul 14, 2007

He is a very good teacher. Unlike most Tech teachers, he actually TEACHES! He explains the topics well and provides you with notes so good that you won't even have to touch your textbook. He posts previous exams online that are just like the tests he'll give you in class. He's one of the fairest teachers I've had at Tech. Highly recommended.

5.0
2.0
MATH1502
Nov 4, 2007

Great prof, his tests are exactly like his old ones which he posts online. He also provides typed notes which are very useful. Prob the best prof Ive had so far at tech. Just study his old exams and youll get an A for sure.

5.0
2.0
MATH1502
Dec 19, 2007

His lectures are entertaining. He explains the subject very well and he was one of the first math teachers I've had that I could actually understand through their accent. Old homeworks and tests are pretty much all you need to do his new homeworks and tests. Definitely take him

5.0
4.0
MATH1502
Dec 17, 2007

Awesome professor. He's funny and entertaining yet he's thorough and easy to understand. Highly recommended.

5.0
1.0
MATH1502
Dec 25, 2007

Easy, funny, and excellent teacher. Very rare at Tech. No need for the textbook. All notes are online. Gives you a month to do homework, which is almost exactly like previous homework online. Study and do the old tests a night or two before the test and you'll do fine. The final is beastly long, but not that difficult. Bottom line: I love this man.

5.0
1.0
MATH1502
Jan 8, 2008

Awesome teacher. Online notes, clear and thorough teaching, tests and homework are very similar to previous years. Makes math very entertaining! Very easy to get an A, as you can drop lowest test score. VERY Highly recommended.

5.0
1.0
MATH1502
Jan 30, 2008

I seriously love this man. I had him for one of the hardest classes at Tech (in my first semester no less), and he made it easy and interesting, and I feel like I learned a lot. I never missed his lectures because they were just too funny. Thank you Professor Lubinsky!

4.0
1.0
MATH1502
Feb 16, 2008

Great teacher! He makes calc 2 simple b/c he doesn't go so deep into theory like most other calc teachers do. The class is straight forward; he works lots of examples and tests are almost exactly like practice tests. A little awkward one on one, but oh well.

4.0
1.0
GG
Mar 12, 2008

Easy to get an A with. What you get from his class depends on you. Tests and exams are not challenging at all and you can get by without knowing much (this is my personal opinion). But I do think that he does a good job. Lots of examples are offered for you to grasp the concept. BUT I MUST EMPHASIZE YOU CAN GET BY WITHOUT LEARNING MUCH.

5.0
1.0
MATH1502
Apr 20, 2008

MUST GET THIS PROFFESOR. You can actually understand him. He tells jokes during class and makes class actually fun. Attendance is not mandatory because he gives the notes online, but i recommend going. Very helpful, does many many examples in class. Tests are more problem based. He post old tests that are similar to his own. Very Good Teacher.

4.0
3.0
MATH1502
Apr 21, 2008

Awesome professor and a great teacher. Explains things very well and provides many examples which can be found helpful for preparing for the tests. Also, tests are similar to old tests, which he posts online. Would recommend highly for any class he instructs.

5.0
1.0
MATH1502
Apr 25, 2008

TAKE THIS CLASS. If you are considering taking calc 2, no one tops Lubinsky. His lectures are clear and detailed and you'll actually understand it. Tests and homework are fair and resembles the previous terms' and are all online.. same with notes. One of Tech's finest.

5.0
1.0
CALC1502
Apr 26, 2008

GREAT TEACHER, funniest teacher of all time...very easy and interesting if you plan on taking calc 2 he's your man

4.0
3.0
MATH1502
May 12, 2008

Very good notes and easy tests (except for the final which is the hardest test I have ever taken).

5.0
2.0
MATH1502
Jul 16, 2008

Great professor. Was always entertaining and could explain the material really well. One of my favorites. You HAVE to get him for Calc 2!

5.0
1.0
MATH1502
Mar 24, 2010

Really enjoy going to class even if the lecture notes are online. Homework is tough but it really prepares you for the tests. Previous exams are available and most times resemble the tests. Highly recommend taking it. (can't say yet for the final as I am currently taking his class)

5.0
3.0
MATH1502
May 6, 2010

BEST TEACHER AT GEORGIA TECH HANDS DOWN. I learned a lot from him. Throws jokes out during class while teaching. Do anything to take him, or just sit in on his lectures. Do the previous practice exams, they will help with the exams. Awesome professor!

4.0
1.0
MATH1502
Aug 20, 2010

He is so adorable, he worked examples in class and gave practice test that were almost the same as the test we would take. Homework counted for more than the test itself did.

5.0
2.0
MATH1502
Jan 19, 2011

One of the best professors in gatech in terms of lecture quality. He delivers one of the clearest and most well-organized lectures. However, don't expect this class to be an easy class. The tests and homeworks are not easy, and you have to put some efforts in it.

5.0
2.0
MATH1502
Apr 27, 2011

He is definitely my favorite calculus professor at Georgia Tech so far. His notes in class are very easy to follow and he has practice homework and tests online which are the exact format as the homework and tests. The homework was a little challenging at first but this class overall was very good. I would definitely recommend Lubinsky's class.

5.0
2.0
MATH1502
Jul 27, 2011

Great Professor! Try to get him no matter what!

5.0
3.0
MATH1502
Jan 25, 2012

He is really good at teaching. His homework is original worksheets, not from the book. They are the most difficult. I rarely went to class, but got an A because I made a 114/125 on his final.

5.0
3.0
MATH1502
Jul 14, 2012

Lubinsky was an absolutely awesome professor. I had him for Calc II in Spring 2012. The material is really difficult, but I feel that he did an excellent job of conveying the methods necessary to solve the problems. It is evident that he has a deep understanding of the curriculum and is more than capable of teaching it.

5.0
3.0
MATH1502
Nov 1, 2012

Very good professor, with a great personality (and accent). The class is still hard though

5.0
2.0
MATH1502
Dec 14, 2012

Get Lubinsky for Calc 2! He is a very good(albeit fast)teacher and he's even pretty entertaining. This class will not be a walk in the park by any means, but you get to drop one of your tests, which is extremely valuable. Long homework packets, but I'd absolutely take his class again.

5.0
4.0
CAL1502
Mar 23, 2013

great professor. Knows what he is teaching. Like to have him on my next course

5.0
2.0
MATH1502
Apr 29, 2013

Great Professor. Teaches concepts as best as they can be taught, so it's practice that makes it stick. Tests are hard. Written homework assignments, which are graded, are harder, so if you do the homework before each test you should be fine for the tests. Definitely possible to get an A if you try.

5.0
1.0
MATH1502
Grade: A
Mar 26, 2014

He was the best math teacher I've had. He was amazingly clear about the content, gave plenty of examples so that new topics were easily understood, provides practices tests that are 90% of the actual tests and he keeps you entertained throughout the class while still teaching effectively. If you have the opportunity to take his class, DO IT!!!

5.0
2.0
MATH1502
Aug 6, 2014

Professor Lubinsky is one of the best professors I ever had. His lectures are very comprehensive and he is very thorough and helpful. I actually ended up learning a lot in his class and really enjoyed it as well. I would highly recommend him.

5.0
3.0
MATH1502
May 4, 2015

Phenomenal professor! He delivers well-organized, coherent lectures with plenty of examples and just the right amount of theory, plus he's absolutely hysterical. His class is a lot of work, and his final exam is extremely difficult, but I feel like I know the material extremely well. He is a MUST HAVE for Calc II!!

2.0
3.0
MATH1502
Grade: B
Jan 7, 2016

he can be a stubborn old man when he wants to, but he is funny, and he is a decent professor. he does not care much for his students, and trying to show up for office hours multiple times proved futile. I would not take another class with him, but i respect him, and his southafrican accent made things entertaining.

5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 9, 2016

This man is the bomb dot com. He is pretty clear and helpful. His reviews are nice. Go through Piazza if you have questions. His South African accent and stories kept the class pretty interesting. Expect to hear either "You're Georgia Tech students!" or "This isn't the Outer Okefenokee School for Wayward Boys and Girls" during every lecture.

2.0
4.0
MATH2551
May 9, 2016

Don't bother emailing him asking for help because his responses are not helpful and are often one word answers. Lectures can be disorganized and he speeds through the material so pay attention.

5.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Jun 8, 2016
Would take again

He was a great teacher and made the class very interesting with his sense of humor. The class material is very difficult and it is hard to catch up if you miss a class, though the pop quiz dates are usually pretty predictable. He gives a moderate amount of homework. He says he is making tests harder next year.

2.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Jul 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He is an okay teacher, but his lectures were relatively confusing. The material is extremely hard to understand sometimes, and he isn't very helpful when questions are asked. Always compare your graded tests with friends because sometimes he takes off different point values for the same mistake.

5.0
3.0
MATH1502
Grade: A
Aug 19, 2016
Would take again

Great professor, lectures are very helpful and interesting since Lubinsky is a pretty funny professor. Tests and homework are fair if you understand the material. The only downside is that every time I'd visit his office hours to ask him a question about an assignment it seemed like he was kind of annoyed that I was there.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
3.0
3.0
MATH2552
Grade: C
Aug 31, 2016
Would take again

I found the course challenging. He gets sidetracked often.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
MATH2552
Nov 3, 2016
Would take again

I took MATH 2552 online by watching Doron's lectures and he was great. His lectures are very helpful and he posts notes to each one on T-Square. Tests were not very hard. Just do the homework and you'll be fine.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Mar 2, 2017
Would take again

As long as you pay attention in lecture and you do the homework, you'll do great. His lectures are very clear and easy to understand and he's funny which helped make it more interesting for an 8am. The only complaint is that he is hard to talk to outside of class, but he is a great lecturer.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Apr 21, 2017
Would take again

His class was very enjoyable, because he taught the material in a very clear and concise manner, made it clear what was necessary to succeed in his class, and was funny throughout the lectures.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Apr 23, 2017
Would take again

Fantastic professor. Class was very enjoyable because of his lectures. Prepared us well for the tests with the combination of lecture and the homework.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A-
Apr 28, 2017
Would take again

This man is a memelord. Be ready to hear "You're going to Georgia Tech" or "This isn't the Outer Okefenokee Swamp Community College for Wayward Boys and Girls." This class was an 8AM but he was funny and engaging enough to make that okay. I originally didnt watch any of the lectures, but when I did the class was substantially easier.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 8, 2017
Would take again

He taught the material well while managing to be funny at the same time. He was very clear about the material on the test, and the examples in class were representative of the types questions asked on the exams.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A+
Jun 27, 2017
Would take again

Awesome professor that teaches the material very well. His tests are fair and if you do the homework you will be fine. However, his office hours are useless. He was more focused on the cricket match on the TV in his office than helping us (well he is from South Africa)

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Jul 13, 2017
Would take again

This is a difficult class, but Professor Lubinsky manages to make it fun and engaging. Tests are straightforward if you do the homework and go over practice exams. Definitely try to take him if possible!

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: B+
Jul 30, 2017
Would take again

Amazing professor. His lectures are very informative and enjoyable - I only wish I had attended more of them. Honestly, go to class, listen to this awesome professor. His analogies and stories are very high class, and if you do the assigned work too (yup, there's online homework), you will be fine. After all, we are Georgia Tech students. :)

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Aug 14, 2017
Would take again

Hilarious professor and great lecturer. Explains concepts clearly with sufficient practice problems. His typed notes are also a big help and very detailed.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MATH2551
Aug 16, 2017
Would take again

Took this as a distance class last semester. The guy is an amazing lecturer, and the class is fairly easy. Print out typed notes, follow along with lectures and study the night before tests and you'll get an A. He did say there would be a curve, but it ended up being something like a tenth of a point, so keep that in mind.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
4.0
5.0
MATH2551
Oct 1, 2017
Would take again

Lubinksy is honestly pretty good. I definitely learned a lot in class. The tests were pretty difficult and long. When I was struggling to finish tests, I reached out to him for help, but found him to be very unhelpful. However class is kept engaging through his humor. Not a bad teacher, just really difficult.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Oct 21, 2017
Would take again

I took the class as a distance student, and Professor Lubinksy was really great! He jokes much about "Okeefenokee college" or something like that.. but he really teached the material well, and I felt well prepared for the tests! Just do the homework, and you will be fine..

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: Not sure yet
May 3, 2018
Would take again

Lubinsky is a great professor. I would recommend him to anyone who needs to take 2551. I took this class as a 5 day a week 8am lecture and do not regret it at all. It was worth the 8am. However, if you don't feel like going to lecture, you don't even have to because he uploads his lectures online! Tests are very similar to the practice tests!

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
MATH2551
May 5, 2018
Would take again

Great professor with humor. The class was 8am everyday so I didnt go that much but it didnt hurt me because he posted the notes online. Study the practice tests and you'll do fine on the test. He drops 1 of the tests but he intentionally makes one of them hard bc test 3 had a very low average. Final was one of the hardest things I've done at Tech.

TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 7, 2018
Would take again

hilarious professor. i love his sense of humor and it was the only thing motivating me to get up at 8am to go to his classes. his lectures are incredibly easy to follow and useful. homework can be tedious and the written portion of the final is difficult but tests are easy as long as you can do the practice tests

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
3.0
5.0
MATH2551
Grade: B
May 7, 2018
Wouldn't take again

MyMathLab homeworks take up an entire sunday. Lecture is decent but recitation matters more. My TA could barely speak english so I had to teach myself with uploaded notes. Skip all the theory, he doesnt test on it. Drop lowest of the 4 tests, which was the weirdly confusing test 3. Final was the hardest test I've ever taken.. 75% on v new material.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 28, 2018
Would take again

Do WHATEVER you have to do to be in Lubinskys class! He really knows whats hes talking about. Hes super organized and makes 2551 relatively easy. His practice tests are basically exactly what his tests are. I promise its definitely worth getting up even though its an 8 am class. Plus hes pretty funny.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
MATH2551
Jun 25, 2018
Would take again

He made the class (which felt like drinking from a fire hydrant, btw), be manageable. He made it make sense. A great professor.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A+
Jul 1, 2018
Would take again

Lubinsky is an all around incredible professor. He explains concepts extremely clearly and is very specific about the expectations for the class. He also keeps lectures interesting with personal anecdotes and occasional self degradation. His tests are rather difficult, especially the final, so be prepared to study hard.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: B
Jul 12, 2018
Wouldn't take again

It would be better if the class weren't at 8 A.M. Lectures were good, but I was always tired especially at the end. The final had a lot of new material on it that brought my grade down.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A-
Aug 8, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Lubinsky is super knowledgeable about the material in MV Calc. His lectures are great, but the material of the course is tough especially the second half. The practice tests are almost exactly like the real ones. Do the homework to understand everything better, and try to have a high grade before the final because the final was really tough.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Sep 14, 2018
Would take again

Professor Lubinsky was absolutely amazing at teaching. Its a lot of material to cover, but he made every topic seem like a breeze. He stays upbeat and energetic throughout the entire lecture and never made me want to fall asleep, even at 8am. 100s on midterms was definitely doable if u study. hw is a bit tricky and the final was truly devastating

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2018
Would take again

Lubs was legendary; tough class (lots of hw and crazy hard tests), but you'll do well if you go to lecture and do the recitation worksheets. Easily the funniest professor too; I personally never read the textbook, but many do. He's also always willing to help if you need it. All around 5.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MATH2551
Apr 2, 2019
Would take again

Wonderful choice for MATH 2551. So caring and explains tough concepts well. Never feel bored in this class because of he jokes all time, though not everyone gets it. MML Homework is long; tests (4 midterm + 1 final) make up 90%, but with lowest dropped. Careful, do well on midterms (90+ possible if study) not to sweat on the final (really tough).

Respected
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2019
Would take again

Lubinsky really works to make sure students understand the "motivation" behind the concepts, not just the formulas, and that makes the class much more enjoyable. Hegenuinely cares about students and will help you if you ask. The final is difficult so study hard and do as well as you can on th emidterms.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Graded by few things
4.0
3.0
MATH2551
Apr 30, 2019
Would take again

Lubinsky's lectures are usually worth going to, but he does post lecture notes online for every class, so don't stress if you miss. Tests are pretty fair, but the final is definitely a lot tougher than the midterms. Homework is online through My Math Lab and pretty helpful for studying. Definitely a good teacher and an interesting dude. Worth it!

Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
May 4, 2019
Would take again

Lubinsky is worth the 8 am; his jokes make waking up early bearable. He is great at explaining material, and he also posts his notes which are VERY helpful. Exams are generally fair, but the final is difficult! Overall, he's a solid choice for Multi.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 8, 2019
Would take again

Professor Lubinsky manages to make one of the harder and dryer math classes bearable and at times enjoyable. Midterms are not too bad as you are able to drop your lowest one. In my case I did really well on three and absolutely bombed the other one. The Practices midterms are helpful. The Final is very hard so try to come in with a high grade.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
5.0
MATH2551
May 30, 2019
Would take again

Class is very difficult and has no leniency when it comes to the quite long homework assignments

Tough grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A-
Jun 15, 2019
Would take again

Great professor. Funny dude. Always willing to help when you show up at his office but has NO clue how Math Lab works so keep that in mind. Posts lecture notes. If you want to do really well Id read up on that one sad dog movie because it seems to be his favorite film, lol. Final is HARD, try have a solid grade beforehand.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MATH2552
Grade: A+
Jan 10, 2020
Would take again

Lubinsky is by far the best professor I've had so far at Tech. Lectures are fast paced, but he does an excellent job dissecting a difficult subject into exactly what you need to know. He also includes hilarious stories and comments in his lectures that make it worth the 8 am. Lots of tough homework, but our lowest test was dropped. Hard final.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
MATH2551
Apr 16, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Lubinsky genuinely could care less about you as a student in his class. Emails to him are responded to with rude remarks that make you feel stupid and don't answer your questions. Exams are weighted at 90% of your grade and MyMathLab that takes forever is only 10%. Went to office hours -he ate his lunch the whole time and didn't answer my question.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2020
Would take again

Professor Lubinsky's teaches well, and is clear on what will be on the test. His first three tests are fine (mirrors the practice test), but the fourth (online due to the pandemic) is challenging since there's no partial credit. However, he is not so helpful when you have questions (does not respond to piazza posts with care).

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 2, 2020
Would take again

He was an amazing lecturer for multi. The class is very tough, but he made lectures enjoyable by telling funny stories about his dog. The tests are very fair if you do the practice tests, and he lets you drop your lowest exam. No quizzes. So much respect for him as he deals with a lot of crap from dual enrollment kids on piazza.

Graded by few things
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: B
May 3, 2020
Would take again

Lubinsky made the 8AM worth it, and tests weren't too bad if you work through the practice exams and hw problems. However, sometimes his piazza answers (when he did answer) were kinda rude, but he was definitely the best at explaining concepts for this class!

Lots of homework
Graded by few things
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 4, 2020
Would take again

You are GEORGIA TECH students, you go to **BIG** school! Will miss hearing this :(. The tests can be tough, (especially w/o partial credit when online), but there is a reason why everyone wants to be in his section. This level of difficulty is to be expected as we do not go the 'The Okefenokee School for Wayward Boys and Girls'.

Respected
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 8, 2020
Would take again

Lubinsky truly makes lectures worth it. He is funny, light-hearted, and great at conveying the material. The concepts he teaches are not hard to understand, but the calculations he makes you perform on tests can be very rigorous.

Lots of homework
Amazing lectures
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 11, 2020
Would take again

Lubinsky is a great lecturer and thorough note taker. Class is engaging, but he does post notes on each lecture outside of class, and it's even better than the textbook. The switch to online classes caused some changes, but the most difficult aspect of the class is that it's only homework, midterms, and the final.

Respected
Graded by few things
5.0
5.0
MATH2551
Grade: A+
Jun 24, 2020
Would take again

Very difficult class, but completely worth it for his witty jokes and amazing personality!

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MATH2550
Grade: A
Mar 3, 2021
Would take again

Prof. Lubinksy is the best math professor I've taken at Tech so far. Somehow he makes writing with a bic pen on a white piece of paper work better than any professor does. He's also very funny. Definitely do take him if you can.

2.0
4.0
MATH2550
Grade: A
Mar 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The material is fair, but Prof. Lubinsky has absolutely no idea how the online homework system works and does not care to give students any wiggle room, whatsoever. If you reach out to him for help, his response will lack so much substance that you'll be left more frustrated than if you hadn't emailed. Good teacher, pathetic communicator.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
5.0
MATH2551
Grade: B
Apr 1, 2021
Would take again

MATH 2551 was the most brutal class I've ever taken at Tech, so I suppose I was lucky to take it with professor Lubinsky. While he was frustratingly uncompromising as the world transitioned to COVID life, he was always quite funny and a great, if not very fast lecturer. This course will be tough either way, so you may as well take it with the best

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
3.0
3.0
MATH2550
Apr 3, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I barely attended lectures. I think the online format made it hard for me to grasp info when he was just copying notes from a set of pre-written notes. Ngl, he's a fun guy, but I don't get the popularity. But he's probably better in person. Luckily, 2550 isn't too hard. I sometimes watch youtube/read the textbook and the MML hw forces me to study.

3.0
2.0
MATH2550
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2021
Would take again

I love the jokes, but I think the online format makes it difficult to understand the material if you're new to it. The questions on piazza aren't thoroughly answered and he sometimes goes fast in the lectures. I stopped attending the lectures within a month- just studied from the textbook and youtube. But it's an easy class if you put the effort.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
5.0
MATH2550
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2021
Would take again

His lectures were very engaging and he provided a lot of examples for every subject, making sure we always understood the material correctly. Whenever I had an issue, I would just email professor Lubinsky; and he was always helpful, taking care of our metal health at all times.

Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A-
May 8, 2021
Would take again

Professor Lubinsky is great. He teaches by explaining and writing notes by hand at the same time, and then he uploads them as well. His lectures are great, and I would highly recommend attending them. Watch the lectures and do all the homework to the best of your abilities. The class may not be the easiest, but an A is still manageable.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
MATH2550
Grade: B+
May 11, 2021
Would take again

The class is not really demanding, you really only need to study for tests and do MML. I think an A is definitely manageable since his practice exams do prepare you well as they closely are formatted exactly like the tests just harder algebra I would say. He also drops the lowest of the three midterms.

Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH4317
May 27, 2021
Would take again

The funniest professor I've had so far, and one of my best experiences at GT! His jokes keep me incredibly engaged throughout the lecture which already contains thought provoking and interesting concepts.

Inspirational
Hilarious
3.0
3.0
MATH2550
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Lubinsky is a funny and knowledgable lecturer, but he's also a grumpy old man. His jokes are often pretty abrasive and he projects an attitude of indifference towards us students. That being said, the tests are fair (and quizzes are open note) so as long as you do the homework it's not hard to do well. Beware though, TONS of MyMathLab homework

Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
CALC1502
Grade: B
Feb 14, 2022
Would take again

A+ when it comes to lectures, C- when it comes to communication. Sit in the front and laugh at his jokes, even when they're really really bad, it makes him more approachable.

5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Feb 18, 2022
Would take again

Funny, kind-hearted professor who is very knowledgeable on the subject matter. Lectures and homework can be long but lead to success in the course. Homework and easy quizzes leave some room to get an A even if you aren't stellar on the tests. Favorite professor at Georgia Tech so far!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH2550
Grade: A
Mar 7, 2022
Would take again

Professor Lubinsky is a great lecturer who throws in mostly funny jokes whenever he can. Although there is lots of homework, it is great preparation for the tests and (open note) quizzes, and it allows you to keep a good grade while not having to get all As on tests. He is one of my favorite professors at Tech so far.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 26, 2022
Would take again

lectures are very old school but amazing. prepare to do a lot of homework, but expected for a 4 credit class. his midterms are very similar to the practice tests he posts and reviews. pay attention in class and you will be fine.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
MATH2551
Apr 26, 2022
Would take again

Very funny but also more or less effective instructor. Hard exams. Long and frustrating homeworks but multiple attempts allowed so ultimately easy points.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 4, 2022
Would take again

Professor Lubinsky's multi class was a good 4 credit hour course. The homework takes a while, and the class requires a diligent effort, but it is very clear was is required for an A. I would sign up for him again in a heartbeat due to his inspirational nature and witty math jokes!

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 19, 2022
Would take again

LOVE Lubinsky! I took Multi in high school but decided to take it again and it was worth it. The class was easy to me but I already had a foundation. Lubinsky is hilarious and has so many fun stories. Please engage with him, you won't regret it

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: B
May 23, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Lubinsky is an entertaining yet informative lecturer. Definitely feels like a 4-hour class as it can seem pretty heavy with concepts at times. He does a good job at breaking everything down, even though he may work a bit fast-paced. You can tell he cares for the students though.

Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Aug 24, 2022
Would take again

This guy has a cute and funny accent. Don't let that distract you though... This class requires much work. Do the homework without cheating and you'll be okay. Cheat if you want to, it will be fine.

Inspirational
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MATH2550
Grade: B
Nov 7, 2022
Would take again

Professor Lubinsky is one of the most amazing professors I've had at Tech. Very lecture heavy, but a fair grader, and if you come to class and do the homework, you should be fine. He's also very light-hearted and loves to tell small stories and joke in class but never goes off on tangents.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2022
Would take again

Professor Lubinsky is a good professor his lectures are clear and concise, he's a fantastic grader and very fair. The class and content is difficult but he makes the content digestible.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2022
Would take again

Professor Lubinsky was a really funny and engaging lecturer and I learned a lot in his course. He was super organized too and his notes were detailed, comprehensive, and posted on Canvas. The first two tests weren't bad but the third test and final were hard, so beware

4.0
2.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Dec 29, 2022
Would take again

His lectures explained the material really well. He also posts his handwritten lectures + recorded lectures + typed notes for each chapter on canvas. Did all my homework (MyLab) and went to studios so found it pretty easy. Stopped going to lecture about halfway because he was kinda rude and made some questionable jokes, some jokes were funny though

5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Jan 8, 2023
Would take again

He was a great professor that made the wealth of information covered in Math 2551 lectures enjoyable, with a great sense of humor. His grading was fair and the guidelines were clear, and whenever I had a question or an issue arose, he was very quick to answer and provide helpful guidance/feedback. Highly recommend!

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
2.0
3.0
MATH2551
May 1, 2023

In my opinion, he is a harder professor than some of the other ones because he goes extremely fast. He also does not really motivate his lessons, so its more memorization based. He does it make it clear what the tests are like and does a good job on lecture notes. Not terrible, but overrated based on other rate my professor reviews.

3.0
5.0
MATH2551
May 1, 2023

Dr. Lubinsky is a great person but goes very quickly. Homework was twice a week and a quiz once a week. Tests were really hard as they contained some pretty heinous derivatives and integrals at times. Practice tests were very similar to real tests. He is a solid teacher, but I wish I would have taken someone with easier tests. This class was hard.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 5, 2023
Would take again

Lubinsky does move very fast in his lectures, but all lectures are also recorded. His exams are harder than other 2551 classes, but he also goes into more depth and I felt that I came out with a better understanding of multivariable calculus than some of my other peers who took other profs.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: B+
May 6, 2023
Would take again

He's very good at lecturing, but the tests can be pretty difficult in comparison to the practice tests and studio worksheets sometimes. He's still probably the best multi option because he keeps class pretty entertaining, records all his lectures, and is good at explaining things.

4.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: B
Jan 9, 2024
Would take again

Taught the subject matter well and his lectures were good. Recorded his lectures as well. The tests were hard compared to the homework given.

Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A-
Jan 9, 2024
Would take again

Lubinsky is hands down one of the best professors I've ever had in my life. His lecture style is incredible, and he's a very fun and engaging professor. He also gives some of the clearest notes ever, and explains complex math in a way that feels digestible instead of overwhelming. I cannot recommend him enough.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
3.0
5.0
MATH2551
Grade: Not sure yet
May 2, 2024

He is an okay lecturer, that's it. If you are going to be a mediocre lecturer then you better make exams doable. The exams are very difficult and make up most of your grade. He also goes on random tangents that distract from the material being taught. Unnecessarily difficult.

2.0
5.0
MATH2551
Grade: B
May 6, 2024

Professor Lubinsky is an OK lecturer. He goes on random tangents sometimes, wasting class time and disrupting the flow of the lecture. His quizzes are like child's play compared to what you get on exams. His exams are much harder than the practice test that he gives out, and so far none of the exams have been curved despite the averages being a C.

Beware of pop quizzes
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 7, 2024
Would take again

Lubinsky is a good lecturer. However, there were lots of needlessly difficult integrals. I was very pressed for time on tests; my peers in other sections didn't have this same issue. There's lots of homework and weekly online quizzes that are only worth a quarter of your grade. Be prepared for the bulk of your grade to come from difficult tests.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Test heavy
3.0
5.0
MATH2551
Grade: Not sure yet
May 8, 2024

Tests are very hard and make up the majority of your grade. Practice tests are given, but their difficulty does not match that of the real exams. We also got no formula sheets on any midterms, when several other 2551 professors provided their students with formula sheets for all 3 exams. Would not recommend.

Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
May 12, 2024
Would take again

Lubinsky is a great lecturer, adds humor to lectures & is a great guy. Expectations & material are clear, HW & take-home quizzes are very reasonable. If you attend studio & do the practice tests, you'll be fine. Tests are similar to practice tests, not actually much harder, just kind of annoying derivatives/integrals. Cheat sheet on the final!

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
MATH4581
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 19, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Lubinsky is one of the best professors I've ever had at Georgia Tech. He's very particular with steps, and he's genuinely funny. HIs grading criteria, while somewhat strict, is extremely fair and you can tell he knows what he's doing, even if he goofs every now and then. Overall, highly recommend you take a class with Dr. Lubinsky if you can.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
MATH4581
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 19, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Lubinsky is a great professor. His classes are instructive and entertaining, and I find myself wanting to go to his classes. He is very fair in grading, and is knowledgeable in the subject. He breaks down confusing concepts into steps, and it's very helpful. I would definitely take this class again, and further classes with Dr. Lubinsky.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH2551
Grade: B+
Dec 19, 2024
Would take again

Professor Lubinsky is an engaging lecturer who makes complex topics digestible. While tests are challenging, attending studio and using resources like unstuck AI can help. Overall, a worthwhile course if you're willing to put in the work.

4.0
4.0
MATH2550
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2025
Would take again

good teacher

Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH2550
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 9, 2025
Would take again

Pretty sure I'm on track to get an A, because he's a very good teacher. He's also really funny and engaging. I like that the lectures can be held on zoom, so I don't have to walk on the opposite side of campus. Keep up with the homeworks and quizzes and lectures and everything should be good.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Hilarious
2.0
4.0
MATH2550
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 28, 2025

Good lectures, nice person as long as it's not related to exams/grades. A large portion of my section missed a weekly quiz (not an exam) because it was not on Canvas calendar, worth 1.25% total, and he refused to show us any mercy. Very similar to the whole Math department at this school, absolute harvesters of toil. God forbid they help a student.

Amazing lectures
Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
MATH2550
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2025
Would take again

Very easy class, notes are detailed and contain everything you need to learn and know for the test. The test itself is very easy, easier than the questions given in the course files usually. The professor is also really chill, and grading is very lenient. They give way more credit than you probably deserve.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Respected
4.0
3.0
MATH2551
Apr 21, 2025
Would take again

Doron is hilarious

5.0
2.0
MATH2551
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2025
Would take again

Very hilarious person! Thought his lectures were a bit fast but he recorded them which was good for me since it was a 8 am class.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
MATH2550
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 23, 2025
Would take again

Amazing lecturer, very entertaining and engaging. Lectures are a bit fast paced but he records them so you can go back and watch them later. Exams are basically just like the practice exams.

Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH2550
Apr 27, 2025
Would take again

I love Doron!!! He's such a funny lecturer and his materials are very accessible on Canvas. Practice tests are basically the real exam. Take 2550 with him!

Hilarious
Caring
Respected
3.0
5.0
MATH2550
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 30, 2025

Barley teaches the content just gives us notes with formulas and some examples and expects us to understand. Also tests are very hard and not like the practice exams.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
MATH2550
Apr 30, 2025

Doron is a funny person but a bit disorganized and bad with technology. He's a tough grader and his exams are not exactly a walk in the park. The biggest thing is, for a 2 credit class, this class is trickier than seems fair imho.

Tough grader
Hilarious
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH2550
Grade: A
May 9, 2025
Would take again

Everyone below me complaining about test difficulty is lying or stupid. His exams follow the practice exams he gives out, and he tells you in lecture what will be on the exam. Entertaining professor who genuinely cares for students' grades. MML homework feels like busy work, but if you just watch all the lectures and pay attention, it's an easy A.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH2550
Grade: A
Nov 6, 2025
Would take again

Compared to the four credit MATH 2551, MATH 2550 taught by Dorian is more difficult. However, his exams closely resemble his practice exams in format and question type. He is a hilarious lecturer and loves talking about his random life experiences. While slightly more difficult than expected, I would highly recommend. He's a great and funny guy.

Inspirational
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
MATH2550
Nov 10, 2025
Would take again

I attended nearly every lecture and found them to be very helpful to succeeding in the course. He's also a funny teacher, and provides lots of resources (like practice tests which very closely reflect what's on the exams).

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
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