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MAC1105 - 5.0 rating“He is an excellent teacher and I would take him again”
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Reviews (190)
He is a nice person, but not clear in teaching methods. Most students leave class confused and frustrated. He does try to help one on one after class. I would not recommend him if you struggle in math, or for an accelerated course.
Mr. Watkins is a wonderful teacher he explains math in a way that the student can achieve. I was in his elementary algebra class and I was able to pass with a high score.
Excellent teacher. I still remember everything I was taught because it was very detailed and clear. Gives good notes. Trys not to move on until class understands. I learned a lot in his class.
Mr. Watkins is an excellent teacher. He makes sure that students understand before he moves on and has no problems with students asking questions. I highly recommend him to any student.
he is very helpful
I took Mr Watkins elementary algebra class. He is an extremely nice helpful professor. Very open to questions and willing to help should you need it. He has patience that makes it so much easier to learn. I would recommend him for anyone taking a math course.
i would not recommend Edward Watkins for any math class because he's not too understanding when i told him that my husband and i might be transferring to miami, and might have to drop the course. so don't take him
I found Professor Watkins to be an extremely effective math teacher. Coming from someone who had trouble with Algebra in highschool, I shot through his class understanding everything!
Professor Watkins, was an excellent teacher he helped to achieve to my next level in math. I would highly recommend him.
Great Professor just wish he would give out some hand outs, so we could work them. Book sometimes is not that helpful/
very good teacher ... VERY helpful and highly recommended!
I took this class online and Prof. Watkins was a joy. He is very helpful anytime you are having problems he will help you. He is also very understanding and flexible.Highly recommend him.
I have always had a fear of math but Professor Watkins had a way of explaing math that was clear. You must do the homework, attend class and ask questions and you too will be "Successfull"
I really enjoy his teaching tactics. He is soooo wonderful in what he does. I am taking him for every math I have if it's possible. He is #1 in my eyes.
If you need an online math class Dr. Watkins is great. It was the best online class I have taken at FCCJ. He will answer all questions and gets class involved with class discussions.
He is the best instructor. He is willing to work with you anytime you need help. I would recommend him to anyone I know and believe me, I have. They were just as pleased.
He is a great teacher and very easy to understand. You will pass this class if you show up and take advantage of the support offered. Recommend to anyone needing Basic Math
Best person to help refresh your Math skills. Quickly responds to your E-mails/phone calls. Al Gibbs
This man is the best math teacher I have ever had. If you are a math failure I promise when you leave this class you will have no problem passing once the semester is over and no the grade is not given to you, you will know how to do math. This man knows math like it's his life. Take this man for any math and his classes fill very fast.
I WAS IN A RUT HE HELPED ME PULL THROUGH AND GET TO WHERE I AM NOW, SO I AM VERY GRATEFUL I FOUND HIM.I PASSED THE PLACEMENT TEST INTO COLLEGE ALGEBRA, AND GOT A B IN THAT CLASS. NOW I CAN FINALLY MOVE ON TO WHAT I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO DO FOR YEARS NOW. GREAT GUY HE REALLY CARES AND IS VERY EASY TO UNDERSTAND PUTS IT REAL SIMPLE.
hes a great teacher- very helpful and re-explains a problems when you don't understand it. Very patient and a great teacher all around.
I loved his class. He is a very nice, and heplful teacher. I hated math before taking his class and ended up with an ''A''. Just attend class daily ask questions if you don't undertsand, and you will pass with flying colors.
Mr. Watkins was a great professor. He was caring and wanted success for all the students. His test were a little harder than the final exam, but I passed all of them. He is willing to work around his syllabus. Makes the material easy to understand. I would take him again hopefully for a future math class.
professor watkins is an awesome instructor. he is very professional. he explains with such understanding for a person like me to complete this course. i took this classx2 before i found gold-professor watkins. there is no other instructor that explain math as well as he!!!you go professor watkins you are one of a kind.he really cares!brilliant!
Great Professor!!! He was a big help. Anything you don't understand he is always available to explain it. Just ask questions if you don't understand something. So if you want a professor who cares and explains the work, here he is, he's GREAT!!! Professor Watkins thanks alot!!!
Excellent professor who will do whatever it takes to help you pass, but you must attend class and put your best foot forward in order to succeed.
Mr watkins was by far one of the best math teachersi had. I have always been one to struggle in math but if you failed his class you probably never went to class or didnt study. I came out with an A overall... I would recommend ANY one espically ppl who struggle to take this class. He goes kinda slow but he makes sure u get it.
Great teacher! Professor Watkins really knows his math and you will too, once you attend his class. The whole time you are in his class, he stays at the board. Even if you are having trouble on a test, he will stop and show you the steps you need to answer the question(s). I struck gold, when I came to his class. Great techer and person.
Professor Watkins is one of the most referred Math instructor that makes it very understanding for you to know. I made an B in his class and passed the state required exit exam due to hard work and a great professor. Thanks Professor Edward Watkins.
YOU GOT TO LOVE THIS PROFESSOR. VERY, VERY, VERY HELPFUL. MR. WATKINS WILL MAKE SURE YOU PASS HIS CLASS BUT YOU HAVE TO PUT FORTH THE TIME AND THE EFFORT. JUST SHOW UP DO WHAT'S EXPECTED AND YOU WILL NOT HAVE TO REPEAT THAT CLASS AGAIN. I TOOK 2 MATH CLASSES WITH HIM AND I LOVE HIS TEACHING METHODS. WHATEVER LEVEL YOU ARE ON, HELL COME TO YOUR LEVE
He is a great professor!!! Very encouraging!! The only thing is that when he's teaching, he yells- he will surely wake you up if you have an early class.
Excellent teacher!!
HE IS REALLY GOOD TOOK HIS CLASS TWICE PASS BOTH CLASS WITH AN A & B HIS NOTES ARE REALLY HELPFUL. PLUS HE VERY UNDERSTANDING YOU CAN GO TO HIM IF YOU NEED HELP AND DON'T UNDERSTAND. QUIZES AND TEST ARE THE BEST. I ENJOY HIS CLASS YOU WILL LOVE THEM TOO.
He, is awesome teacher he helps even during his office hours.
TAKE HIS CLASS IF YOU HAVE THE CHANCE!!!HE MAKES ALGEBRA SO EASY!I FAILED THE TWO TIMES BEFORE I TOOK HIS COURSE AND I PASSED WITH A B+!AWESOME PROFESSOR!
AWESOME teacher. Will help you all the time and make math very easy..Will take him for further math classes. If you have a hard time with math, this is the best teacher bar none. Take him and you won't be upset..
Mr. Watkins, is a very good math professor, if you are having a hard time with math. I'm planning taking him for all my Math classes. Please take him if you did not enjoy math! He helped me pass the state exam. Just play in the time and effort and you will pass his class!
professor watkins was a great teacher. he definitely helped those who helpde themselves!
Mr. Watkins is a great professor I took him from beginning algebra to college. Made all B's up to intermediate algebra and once i got to college algebra I made an A. He teaches to where you can understand the work and he breaks it down to all aspects. If you show up to class, study, do yourlabs you will be fine. He is a great teacher. Take him TRUS
I WILL BE TAKING HIM FOR THIRD TIME. HE IS THE BEST ANYONE WOULD ENJOY HIS CLASS. HE REALLY CARE ABOUT HIS STUDENTS. HE GRADES FAIR AND HE MAKES YOU LEARN. "ROCK THAT MATH PROFESSOR WATKINS"
Professor Watkins is an excellent teacher. I took him for basic math and elementry algebra.He makes the material clear.He puts the text in better words than the books. I would recommend him for any math class you need to take.
If you are afraid of algebra this is the class for you. This guy loves to teach and does not make it difficult to learn. If you take really GOOD notes and KEEP ALL tests and quizzes for study material, at the end you will be very surprised at how much you learned and how easy the final exam is. He puts no great demands on you or your work.
What a great prof!! He spent so much time with us reviewing for our exit exam. He really cares & he has no problem taking time out of his busy schedule to make sure you pass the class. Very easy to understand also. Highly recommend him to anyone! He's amazing!
He is a really good Math teacher. Although sometimes he gets behind in the course material and then rush it to you in the end. In his syllabus he states " read ahead and form study groups"! Overall, he is a really good Math professor. Take him if you are not a Math person! "Go Gators"!
Best Math teacher In the whole world, I mean the whole world because I have been around it twice and have not met a teacher like him.
PROFESSOR WATKINS IS THE BOMB! HE IS A GREAT MATH TEACHER, I AM ONE OT THE WORST PEOPLE FOR UNDERSTANING AND LEARNING MATH BUT THIS PROFESSOR MADE IT SO EASY AND COMMING TO HIS CLASS WAS NEVER A SHORE! HE WILL NEVER MAKE YOU FELL DUMB BUT HE'LL TO YOUR LEVEL AND TEACH YOU IN TERMS THAT YOU WILL UNDERSTAND.
Ed Watkins is the greatest, I believe if you are a non-math person (like me) he is the teacher for you. He lets you know he is there for you and will give you 100% of his time.
Professor Watkins is the BEST! I have had challenges with Math since 7th gr. I am passing Prof Watkins class with ease. I know I will pass the exit exam. I will take his 1033 class. He prepared us well. He is patient, kind and always willing to help. Just make sure you study; he does hold you accountable. Studying is the only way to pass.
I had the pleasure of having Mr. Watkins for three math classes and simplified things so well. He has the God given patience with everyone no matter whats your age. He is awesome.
I must say Prof. Watkins is very helpful and concerned in his students knowing the text. He is a fun, caring prof. that will go the extra mile to make sure you understand it. If I had a choice I would take all of his classes.
Mr. Watkins is a great professor in general. He was a little rusty on stats, but we got through it. He is a great teacher to take if you have a hard time with math!!
Prof. Watkins is an easy teacher for 1033. You have 4 lab worksheets, 4 quizzes, 3 tests & a final in a full semester (you can use your notes). He can be disorganized often he gets behind, then rushes through course material to catch up.
Pro Watkins is the Best MATH TEACHER EVER>..Math has nevwer been my favorite subject be he has changed that for me. I wish I could take all of his math classes. Got a A in his class. Be prepared for alot of homework..BUT IF YOU WANT TO LEARN MATH WITH A SMART AND PATIENT TEACHER TAKE HIM YOU WORK REGRET IT!!!!!!!
He is a great professor. I hated Math before his class. I am now very interested because he teaches so that everyone understands, and no he doesn't give away free A's, you have to work for them, but in the end, you will understand. Highly recommend. This is my last attempt at taking this class, but I feel very confident that I will pass.
the best prof at fccj
Great lectures. Makes sense. Gives chances over and over and over to the point where it actually annoyed me. I felt other students taking advantage.A average in class...I left school in 1997. Take him...pass the exit exam..then take him for intermediate math-
The class was a pilot class for a non lecture, self paced course. Prof Watkins did his best to help us with the online class work. I believe he did the best he could with 13 students all asking different question because we were all on different levels. Good Job Professor Watkins
Mr. Watkins is a terrific teacher I graduated in 1997 and came back 2 school in spring 08 startd at basic math and I made an A all the way up to college algebra he is terrific
AWESOME TEACHER!!! This is my 3rd math class with Mr. Watkins and I will definitely be in his STA2023 class this summer.
I really hate math with a passion and i am terrible at it but watkins is amazing. I got an A+ in his class and i understodd everything very clearly. He is a wonderful teacher and person. his office is always open for help and loves to help. I am taking his classes in the future even though I go to Jacksonville University i am taking his class
Mr. Watkins was an awesome teacher! I am horrible at Math and passed his class with an A! I am taking him in the future with other Math classes for as lond as I can. He is great and I look forward to seeing him again in my next class. TAKE MR. WATKINS!!!
I enjoyed taking algebra with Mr. Watkins. He is very clear and if you do all your work you will be fine. He came recommended to me.
Great teacher. I had him two simester in a row. Learning with him is easy.
take notes, show up to class and do your homework/labs and you will get an A. 3rd time taking this professor.
I"ve had prof Watkins since basic math, just finished intermediate algebrab with him. LOVE HIM! awesome prof! Really cares for students, if you dont understand math, you will after you take him! Do the homework & ask for help if needed!! He's always willing to work with you.
I hadn't been in any math for 8 years and having Professor Watkins and has reminded me about how much I enjoy math!!! He is an awesome instructor and I plan on taking more courses with him!!!
This is the most incredible teacher! He cares about your success and won't stop until you get it! He gives you study guides before test and explain things so that a child could understand. I was dreading MAC 1105, surprisingly it has been easy! Take him if your not good in math.
This is an awesome teacher he makes sure you get what you need out of the class in order to pass the exit exam. I recommend anyone who is weak in math to take him..
I love this man!Just finished college algebra with him & got an A. I struggle with math so this is a great accomplishment. hes just so great at helping the students & making sure we get the grades we deserve. Please take him. Makes it easy to understand. I'm taking him for statistics in the summer at NAS JAX. Highly recommend Prof Watkins! Amazing!
Well expressive, very knowledgeable on the subject of mathematics... He is easy to understand and find him very helpful.
If you want to know about algebra, this is the teacher to give you that understanding. He is the BEST!
Professor Watkins is AWESOME!!!! He really cares that you get your money's worth. Very helpfl, use his office hours if you need extra help, he's great. During class he may raise his voice, but he doesn't mean any harm, he just wants you to succeed.
This is a wonderful teacher, He helps you and he explains is the work to a point that you understand it.I will taken all my math classes with Pro Watkins
Great Professor!! WoW!! I never liked math but he made it so easy!! Will be taking him for all my MATH!!
Professor Watkins, is the best possible person to teach Math. I had forgot a lot of things since High School , and he made my brain crank up again! If you have ever had trouble in Math, I would advise anyone to take this man!!!!
He id the coolest math instructor you ever wanta have i took him for all my classes elemen,intermen,and college!!! You'll take alot of notes but they really help for studing. Try not to miss any days cause he go's over alot in one class!! But trust me he's really the best at any MATH!!!
Thanks to Professor Watkins I got over my fear of college algebra...I will be taking him for Topics of College Algebra in the fall...Definately some ole school eye candy...
I just finished college algebra summer semester. Didn't have to do that dumb my math lab. He just has you do several problems out of your book for homework. The quiz he gives you is the exact same thing as the exam, slightly changed numbers. Hate math he made it very easy. Dont miss too many classes,I am taking him again for fall semester
I finally understand algebra thank to him. I would love to have him again. He has the highest recommendation I could give.
He is absolutely the greatest. I like to think of him as the Mike Tyson of math (LOL). He helped myself and many others conquer the fear of math. He'll teach you to master the rules, which will make you the "Math Heavyweight" you never dreamed of becoming. Thanks Watkins, U R truly a TEACHER.
Professor Watkins is the best at his craft and that is MATH,he literally is a whiz at the subject. I also had him for college algebra. If I had to take another math class it would definately be with him and NO ONE ELSE!. Not bad on the eye either, total eye candy, for a older man :)
Professor Watkins is the BEST. Straight forward, provides great notes and he drops the lowest test and quiz score. If you study your notes, pay attention in class and do your homework you should make at least a B but hopefully an A. Take him!!!
Stats was my third course with Prof. Watkins and once again he proved to me how easy math is to understand if someone who knows what they are talking about explains it to you. He is an awesome teacher!!!
Very good Professor. He explains over and over if you didn't get it the first time. I took math 1106,logic
Prof. Watkins is the best professor I have ever had! I am not mathematically inclined AT ALL and he made Algebra an approachable and do-able subject. He gives you excellent notes that prepare you perfectly for you quizzes and tests. TAKE HIM!!!!!
Prof. Watkins is a good teacher, he teaches well. The problem is his grading system. The final exam (which is accumulative) is 30% of your final grade which means if you receive anything less than an "A", it would be extremely difficult to receive an "A" in his class. I had a mid "A" before final, made a "B" on final...final grade "B", not fair.
Great professor, If you are not comfortable with ALG, I suggest him as the person for you. You will not regret it. He makes learning ALG simple.
He is a great teacher. He puts things in the simplest form for you. He is understanding if you are having problems and will work with you. His grading is very good. Do the homework, which is part of the grading. Overall I recommend him.
SEXY AS HELL, WOULD DEFINATELY TAKE ANOTHER CLASS WITH HIM. HE KNOWS HIS STUFF!
By far one of the worst professors Ive ever had! The class basically taught the course.
Great teacher. He breaks every problem down and shows you how to solve it step-by-step.I have already signed up for Statistics with him in the fall.
Reading these comments i keep thinking this can't be the same teacher i have! Prof. Watkins is an ok teacher but his patience is not the best. I went to him for help and he made me feel as if i were holding him up..my advice is to study the labs and practice exams..do that and you're sure to get a decent grade.
Highly recommend!!!! Makes math sooooo easy and clear to understand!!! test and Quizzes multiple choice!!!!!!! will be taking his statistics class next semester!!!
Geat teacher. gives homework and it due on exam day which is every 4 weeks . gives quizzes every 3. need Book to do hw that count. Explains steps very well. test are mulitple choice which is helpfull.
This is my second time taking Professor Watkins. Again, he was very informative and helpful. Take him you wont regret.
Great instructor if you can keep up with the pace of the class.
Way to fast, you must GET math in order to pass. He was mistreated a student himself so he passes along the poor treatment. He is not rude but clearly wants to make it hard on the student.He told us he was mistreated as he studied to be a teacher. Beware
In regards to his "College Algebra" course, Professor Walkins isn't an ideal professor to be taking if you're taking College Algebra for the first time. This professor lacks enthusiasm for his own lectures and is terribly frustrating to deal with. This professor is one of those professors who just gives huge amounts of homework, nothing more. His grading scale when it comes to tests and assignments in general is flawed.
YOU NEDD THE BOOK!!! Breaks things down thats what i liked most! Hegoes at a fast medium paced but you WILL need to come to CLASS EVERYDAY!!!
TAKE HIM FOR EVERYTHING THAT YOU CAN. I took him or all of my math classes. He is very helpful breaks it down so babies can understand. The book he uses helps becuase it shows explains of the math problems. You will have a homework packages that will be due the day of the test. Would recommend!
Being a student that strongly dislikes Math, I was nervous to take this class, but Watkins made each student feel confident and reassured that he could guide them and that's exactly what he did (and continues to do). Take him if you're not great with math. Did I mention his quizzes/tests are ALL multiple choice ;) ???
Professor Watkins is great!You must complete homework and packets in order to do well on the quizzes and tests. He drops the lowest quiz and test grade. The only negative, the final counts 30% of your final grade, so you have to do well on it!
Prof. Watkins was a great teacher! However, kids in the class struggled from non attendance. Must attend to understand. I made an easy A with him. If you don't comprehend he is more than willing to help during office hours. DO THE HOMEWORK! It pays off; tests and quizzes have problems all similar to the ones you do on hw and lab sets. Take him!
Watkins is good person but, he does not show you how to use the the calculator. unless you are good in math dont take him.
He is an amazing professor!! He's very calm and helpful. You will pass with an "A" if you show up to class everyday, do your homework, and study for the tests. He does not offer extra credit, but on occasion he will put 5 points on a test or quiz. Overall an easy A.
THE BEST MATH TEACHER. YOU HAVE TO WRITE FOUR FIVE PAGE ESSAY ON MATHEMATICAINS BUT OTHER THEN THAT IT IS SO EASY TAKE HIM IF YOU ARE NOT GOOD IN MATH YOU ARE DETIN TO PASS.
this taecher is very helpful and anybody can pass his class all yuave to do is just show upand pay attention
this is a easy class all you have to do is show up
VERY GOOD PROFESSOR. I WILL RECOMMEND HIM. TAKE HIM. EVEN IF YOU ARE NOT GOOD IN MATH.
I rated this Prof. to the highest. He is very easy for he will ensure you understand the material which makes it easy. He even comes in an hour early to help who ever needs additional help. The only thing I don't like in this class is the online web site we have to submit homework in. How ever you do get multiple attempts.
PROFESSOR HAS THE ABILITY TO BREAK PROBLEMS DOWN SO THAT STUDENTS CAN EASILY UNDERSTAND TO BE SUCCESSFUL. EXCELLENT TEACHER, LOVES WHAT HE DOES AN I WOULD RECOMMEND ANYONE TAKING THIS TEACHER
He was an incredible professors. All the hw was online and the so were the quizzes. Classes were lecture and he made the material very easy to learn. The tests were all MC and super easy. He is truly an amazing teacher and I cannot wait to take him again for Stat!!
He as an incredible professor. All the quizzes and the hw was online and lectures were in class. Attendance is mandatory because it serves as EC. But overall very easy class, sweet teacher. All the tests are MC and super easy. I cannot wait to take him for stat! Very awesome professor! I recommend him 100%
Professor Watkins was a great teacher.I was dreading taking Stats but he made the material easy to understand & I made an A in the class. There were 3 tests, lowest score of those was dropped & a final exam. He allowed notes to be used with each test. Great experience!
Professor Watkins was a great teacher.I was dreading taking Stats but he made the material easy to understand & I made an A in the class. There were 3 tests, lowest score of those was dropped & a final exam. He allowed notes to be used with each test. Great experience!
I love Prof. Watkins! I was nervous about algebra and was hopeful for a B at best. Not only did I understand everything, I walked out with over 100% for an average. He's a wonderful, wonderful professor. He is extremely clear and concise. He does not tolerate classroom foolishness though, which is great. Attendance is mandatory for a reason though.
Best math teacher ever. I hate maths with a passion but i passed his class with GREAT grades. he begs his students to meet with him after class is they need help on anything and hes a sweetheart! hes likes the perfect grandfather lol. but i would recommend him and take him again
Omg!! He is the greatest professor I have ever taken. If you don't understand math, this is the class for you. He breaks it down to a T. No steps skipped, and he explains it to you like no other. Homework and quizzes are online. He is the bomb.com. He is very laid- back, cool kinda dude. If you do the work, you will walk out with the victory.
Super easy, took him for college algebra, it felt like High School Algebra 2 all over again. He only gave about four homework assignments, four quizzes, and four final exams that are all due within four weeks.
If you struggle with math he may be a little difficult because he teaches pretty fast. All test multiple choice plus extra credit points. My class had all quizzes online but they were more difficult and included more problems but you had 2-3 weeks to complete. He doesnt calculate grades until the end of the semester so keep up with your average.
Professor Watkins was a great teacher.I dreaded taking Stats but he made the material easy to understand & I made a B in the class. There were 3 tests, he dropped the lowest score & a final exam. We were allowed to use notes with each test.(you will need them in STATS!!)
To be fair the guy is nice; however, the way he teach the class is quite different from the rest of the professors I have had taken before. He scribbled his writing on the board using small fonts and very light color pen with his body around the area where he is writing. You won't be able to see the stuff and plus he is too quick to erase them.
I loved him! Easy A if you pay attention and do your homework! He's completely willing to work with you and allows 2 sheets of cheat sheets during the test. I reccomend.
Fast paced but covers all the required materials in the time allotted. He reviews material before a test and they are multiple choice tests. He hates people being late, so plan accordingly and don't be rude.
Advise: Even though he drops your lowest test grade, take the first test. Also, be prepared to do a lot of online HW (that you can guess over and over till you get it right). My class acted like a bunch of babies because we had 30 questions in one module. Like quite whining like a babies, it's college. Expect to work. Overall, Great Professor.
Professor Watkins is the worst teacher you could ever take! he teaches too fast and tries to show you how to do 10 different problems with multiple steps in 1 hour. he does not care if you get it or not. he doesn't like to help if you are struggling. If you actually want understanding don't take him! you will be sorry.
SO EASY!!! He is a nice guy. i'm so bad at math but i passed!! All quizzes and HW are online. Tests are done in class & he makes 3 of the questions extra credit so you get a higher grade.Lets you use 2 sheets of notes on all tests.Drops lowest test, there is lots of homework but you can try as many times as you like until the final day of class.
Professor Watkins was very helpful to everyone in his class. He is very knowledgeable and very helpful when it comes to helping his students. Thank you for making Statistic more fun and interesting to learn.
Professor Watkins is a very accomplished Algebra teacher, he moved a little fast at times, but was always helpful when questions were asked. I would highly recommend him, especially if you have been away from Math for a numbers of years, and may be experiencing some anxiety. You will always know what to expect. Great teacher.
Professor Watkins is a great teacher. Attend class, do your homework and make sure if you have any questions to bring them to class. I am taking him for Stat and can't wait. He lets you use 2 pages of notes which is very helpful.
Outstanding Professor. He is passionate about math and that is the energy of the classroom.
I have had him for the past three maths. He is a awesome teacher. If you have personal issues go see him first before you drop out. He really cares about the success of his students.
Very easy class. Breaks it down so anyone can understand. Allowed to use notes during test. All homework done online with unlimited attempts. He drops the lowest test score. Lots of extra credit on tests. Don't need book but will need code for online homework.
Edward Watkins is a great professor. He explains the work to a tea and is always there to help if you need it. He has a great passion for math. I will always recommend him to other who have to take math courses.
Great professor. I had a few issues and I was able to call and talk with him promptly.
Professor Watkins is AWESOME! Yes, I received a C in the class but honestly shouldn't of even passed. I am horrible at math, horrible! But, he allowed you to bring 2 pages of notes for each test (even the final) and he dropped your lowest score. So all you have to do is complete the H.W. assignments and pass 2 tests and the final and you are good!
I aced every exam. By "aced" I mean 100%'s. Guy gave me a "B" because I didn't show up to class very often. It's college algebra!!! Needless to say, I was pretty upset at getting a B in the course, esp. since his class was a complete cakewalk. If your looking for an easy A, its here for you. If you're intelligent, he will not like you very much.
GREAT TEACHER! DO YOUR WORK AND STUDY AND YOU WILL BE GOOOD! ALLOWS NOTES ON TESTS AND HE IS A GOOD GUY. LECTURES ARE GOOD, JUST TAKE GOOD NOTES! YOU NEED THE BOOK FOR HIS LECTURES TO FOLLOW ALONG.
He is very kind.
I DID KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT OF THIS PROFESSOR BUT HE IS A VERY GOOD PROFESSOR AND IF HAD TO TAKE MATH 1105 AGAIN I WOULD TAKE HIS CLASS....
Professor Watkins is by far the best math teacher I have ever had. He gets down on your level and teaches the way you can understand. If you avg. an A on all three exams then you are exempt from the final. Study, complete the homework, and show up to class and you should make an A. Do yourself a favor and take him.
Statistics 2023-When making your decision about this Professor know this: His lectures can be very confusing and long, he will explain a problem in three different VERY long ways instead of the easiest/shortest way--there is no reason for this . Half of what he has you practice before exam may NOT even be on the exam--BEWARE!!!
Professor Watkins is very professional. He answers his emails. He comes early to class and will help. He goes over the study guide before the test. He encourages you to ask questions. He explains the problems step by step. You can use notes on the test. He is an excellent teacher and I would take him again. Great teacher!!!
Make sure you do all of your homework (which is online) and do well on quizzes (also online) and you will do well. He is a very fair and helpful professor. Im am horrible in math but I passed. Highly recommend!!!
Prof Watkins was my statistics professor. His lectures could be confusing and sometimes that material wouldn't be on the test. However, for the class that it was "statistics" he made it fairly easy. I passed with a B. But I didn't know where I stood until a few days after the semester ended.
Alot of subject matter, but he breaks all concepts down into lameness terms to really help you understand, all hw and quizzes are done online. He also drops 1 of first 2 tests ( a total of 3 regular tests and 1 final)and automatically drops lowest quiz. Also offers an option to be exempt from his final exam. Allows 2 pgs of notes on tests.
Loved Professor Watkins. I am terrible at Math and found his teaching method easy to follow and I got an A in the class. For me attendance was really important (and you get graded off for not attending). Make a 90 or higher on your first 3 exams and you can exempt the final. I'm taking him for Statistics in the fall.
In my opinion, I wouldn't take this professor again. To a lot he was clear on breaking down the subject, which seemed to go pretty well for me at first but there were some parts that you could not get and he would not go into detail on it. I would suggest to not take a hybrid or online class with him.
I took Professor Watkins for both of my required math classes. I am horrible at math and made an A in both of his classes. Attend class, do your homework and you will do great on your tests. His grading criteria is extremely fair. He is the BEST!
He is hands down the best Math teacher I have ever had, both teaching and personality wise.
Professor Watkins made me like Algebra. If you work hard in his class, you'll be rewarded. Do not hesitate to take this professor. Hint: Stay with or ahead of the lecture in your assignments. It pays off in the end.
Most of the work was on Webassign and if you met a certain criteria with competed work, you were exempt from the final. His lectures were helpful and he explains everything thoroughly. Make sure to do the practice exams he gives out, those definitely help with the actual exams!
Professor Watkins Respects hard work and is very clear in his lectures and instructions. He is willing to help outside of class, he understands the class is difficult and does not pull any punches with his lectures. You will hit the ground running but if you are there every class and do the homework, quizzes and test you will do well.
Professor Watkins was awesome! It was my second time taking college Algebra and he made it possible for me to pass with a B. Coming from a person who's not good with mathematics, he exceeded my expections as a professor & made algebra EASY. Not too often you find genuine teachers who helps you grasp the concepts. Kudos to Professor Watkins!!
He is an awesome Professional who understands people and tries to help in anyway possible.
Professor Watkins is one of the best math teachers I have had. He allows you to use notes on your test (3 total and exam). The quizzes are online and easy. He also gives you an opportunity for extra credit on your final exam. If you average a 90% on your 3 test you are exempt from the final exam. I am taking him for sta2023. Awesome professor!
Professor Watkins is the best math teacher/professor I have ever had. He breaks everything down into the simplest terms that anybody can get. All 3 tests are done in class on paper. He allows 2 pages of notes to be used and calculator. There are 4 exams. He will drop the lowest score of the 4. Exempt from final if you average 90%+ across the board.
Profesor Watkins is an amazing teacher, he makes the material easy to understand. If you don't understand he will stay at that section until everyone is comfortable. He is by the book but he will work with you and your schedule. Again you will not regret taking his class you will end up taking every course he offers.
This professor is the best professor ever and college algebra was my least favorite subject, but with this pro. it was so happy and understand easily and so easily. i highly recommend him to anyone who is taking mathematics . you can interrupt and ask question very friendly. you will not regret if you take him.
Great Professor and he work heard to help you to understand. If you ask him he will wor with you. He will walk you through the class. Thank you Profressor Watkins for all you do.
Great Professor. He tries to help you understand the process of college algebra. Any questions, he is there to help during office hours. 4 exams and if you have an average of 92% on the first three you are exempt form the 4th, the final exam . You can use two pages, hand written, front & back of notes on all exams. He reviews before & after exams.
No textbook, but you have to buy the pearson access, everything was online, hmwk,quizzes and tests. You go to class and do work on your computer and ask questions if you need. Really easy class, work at your own pace, no due dates so you have to make sure you don't get behind. He helps make you understand something if you don't get it. Recommend.
All I have to say is that it has been 10 years since I've attended any College and have only completed College Algebra all those years ago. Professor Watkins is awesome;) I did not exempt the final, but finished with an A:) He is excited and passionate about his skill and is good at it. Highly Recommend! "You will not regret this choice":)
Hes more on the older side so he really takes his time with things which is good, he gives the option of exempting out of the final if you have an A in class which isnt hard to achieve. The homework videos are really helpful so definitely take the time to look over them.
Please please please take him! He is a very caring and understanding professor. He makes sure you understand everything before he moves on. If you ask him questions, he does his best to explain everything without sounding condescending. He also exempts you from the final if you score an A on all your test! Absolutely wonderful professor!
I took him for the hybrid statistics class and he's amazing! The class is very clearly outlined and only had 2 exams. (Open note and study guide). There are multiple homework assignments online due at the end of the class however you get unlimited tries. He really wants each student to pass his class and he genuinely cares. Take him!!
Professor Watkins is everything I want in a professor. Breaks it down to a remedial level and truly wants you to understand the equation your solving.
Professor Watkins is pretty straight forward. Do the work, practice it, study for the exams, and you'll pass. Many people blamed him for their poor test grades, yet wouldn't ask questions. Average an A on the first three exams, and you're exempt from the final. Overall, great professor who cares for his students.
I DID IT! All thanks to Professor Watkins and his amazing lectures. You will earn your grade. He is passionate.
I would recommend this professor for STA2023. He is nice, straight forward, and easy going. His class was good and be sure to come to class for notes. homework was simple and easy! study and ask questions. He is very understanding and helpful. He loves the gators (bonus points lol jk) I would take this class again. Thank you!
Attendance for the first few weeks are necessary. He is always open to questions and answers emails in a timely manner. Lectures during class help a lot and you have more than one attempt on quizzes.
Very bland, I had to teach myself, but he seemed to at least care about his students WRONG .... the day of the final he closed it 30 minutes early &made it so you had to start it 3.5 hours before the deadline (1159pm) did not tell anyone. Multiple students failed cuz this. Test are proctored (webcam) not open note. My first F thanks professor
Just when I thought I couldn't do it, professor Watkins proved me wrong. I never would have imagined earning an A, so thankful for his extra credit. There is (4) homework, unlimited attempts (4) quizes unlimited attempts, (1) mid-term proctored at home, and (1) final proctored at home (4) pages noted front and back allowed. so much respect for him!
Professor Watkins is awesome. I was hesitant to take College Algebra without prior tutoring, but he made it easy to follow along. His lectures are awesome. He responds to your questions in a timely manner and offers extra help.
I love Professor Watkins. He is such a kind and caring man. If I could go back, I would take his class as live-on-line or in person because you get so much more info directly from him than the software gives you and I think I would have mastered the content much quicker. He is a great professor though and helped me overcome the obstacles I faced.
he went very fast, and with every question he would act as if you should have already known.
Best math ive ever taken
He only grades a few things which are exams and my stat lab. He offers a mandatory zoom lecture which I was not able to attend because of work. Never responds to emails that I sent. Very little communication. the exam is nothing like it is in my stat lab homework so even if you are allowed cheat sheets it does not help. I wouldn't take him again.
One of the worst teachers I've had yet. Talks way to fast and shoots down/belittles anyone that stops the class to ask a question. Stops class to talk to his nephew and also phone calls. I'm pretty sure the positive comments are bots or even paid for. I do not recommend this professor.
All online course. He didn't seem to like the fact that we were online. Has optional check-ins before tests in case of questions. All learning through the book. 3 proctored tests and 4 hw 4 quizzes at home. Notes are allowed on tests. Easy to pass.
One of the best math teachers I have ever had. He goes directly from the book so if you're ever confused, the online book helps. The homework he assigns is straight forward, easy to follow, and very helpful towards the test we take. Would recommend him to anyone who genuinely wants to learn.
Professor Watkins is a phenomenal teacher. He explained things very well and took his time working out problems on the board. I didn't like the online homework because many of the questions were not on the test, but he does offer help on it so it wasn't too difficult. He distributes practice tests whose questions are similar to the test.
This is by far the WORST teacher I have ever had in MY LIFE. I literally BARELY past and was going to obtain my very first "F" had it would not have been for my home work grade and my last exam. To be told one thing on the discussion board and then it turn out to be another to where I failed an exam is baffling to me. I DO NOT RECCOMMEND THIS CLASS
This class was okay. The coursework was easy but I'm not a fan of the application he used (Pearson). We were allowed 2-3 sheets of paper to use on the tests. Didn't love the lectures, but they weren't unbearable. Overall, not bad.
Professor Watkins is not the professor you take when you're struggling in math and need someone to guide you through. I learned that the hard way. He's not good with putting in grades and his syllabus is very outdated. However, the class is self pace and he gives very limited tests with no lectures
Professor Watkins is a great math teacher. The class is straightforward, with helpful online resources and unlimited quiz attempts. unstuck study was a game-changer for study prep.
Great teacher
Just be honest and he will work with you. He is a great Professor, and he will make sure you understand the material. He also lets you use notes for the final exams, This Professor posted his personal # for all students to make sure they were able to reach him quickly if they had questions because he understood that students also had a busy life.
Do not waste your time; will not accept late work under ANY circumstances, and the exams will make or break your grade. I had something happen and missed the exam deadline, emailed him the very next day, still no leniency or willingness to let me take the exam late with heavy penalty. Missing that one exam doomed me to a D or lower no matter what.
The professor is a great professor the 2 times we spoke, if you are not great at math or struggle in certain topics take his in person class i took the online math and completely regret it everything was taught using other professors on YouTube it would have been nice if he sprinkled in a few of his own lecture videos
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