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Great teacher. test can be hard. really funny
Very nice, lots of easy homework and a few difficult tests, caring, helpful, describes everything in a way that makes it easy to understand.
An excellent math teacher ! He is great ! he is one of the best math teachers i have had till this day !
Very helpful teacher. His test are somewhat easy, will recomend to anyone that is will to work for an A. One of the best teachers that I've had so far.
Best MatH teacher ever!! I tell everyone to take him if you really want to learn math. I struggled in math all my life but in his class i understood everything and didnt even need to take the last two quizzes cuz i had an A no matter what.
JUST LOVE THIS TEACHER!!!! ROCKS!!!
If you are looking for an easy class, this is not the one to take. Moves very fast, and does not explain how he does things very well.
He was the best.I got an A in his class but It was not easy at all..so study hard guys
If you want to do well in math take him. HIGHLY RECCOMENDED!!!
Be prepared to lots of homework, teacher however makes learning fun. Lots more beneficial than an easy course and you will have fun along the way.
best math teacher i have had so far. he has an incredable teaching method that makes you understand everything and helps you learn.
Very helpful nice teacher. Good math class. Easiest best math teacher Ive ever had! However, it is still math, so if you truly want an A you have to be determined from day 1! otherwise youre asking for an B/C
Best math teacher I've had so far. Explains things VERY well and takes the time to go over all the concepts. Test are fair. HIGHLY recommended!
I thought this teacher was so great I took two math classes with him. I have never met another teacher who takes such great measures and time to make sure students understand what they are learning. His tests are not overly challenging.
THE BEST teacher i have ever had for math. not only you will learn from his class, it will also be a very enjoyable. you will be fine if you study for the tests and quizes. However, do not think that it's an easy A...you are going to work for your grade!
Math 2 - Pre-Calc. The BEST math teacher. Teaches through concepts. Does some Algebra review at the beginning so as not to lose any in the class. Very helpful!!! Test are med difficulty. Lots of homework. Your time is well spent here.
he is an awsome teacher! I have never met anyone else that takes such care and puts in such great effort to make sure EVERY student in the class understands EVERYTHING! I havnt recieved my final grade yet, but I maintained an A avg on every test/quiz...
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I have never met a better math teacher in my life!! He covers the material in such a great manner that is suitable for EVERYONE in the class. If you are not good in math, take this guy he will improve your math skills. However, you must study....it's a MATH CLASS!!
after Ramsey's class, math was a breeze. he wants you to understand the material. he will actually take time to help you learn it. i love this professor he is one of a kind. 200+ recommended. not an easy class but you really learn which is what matters especially in math. u can B S other classes
BEST PROFESSOR EVER!!!!!! LOVED HIM!!!!!!!! HONESTLY WANTS YOU TO LEARN. TAKE HIM MATH WILL BECOME CLEAR AND EASY. BEST PROFESSOR EVER!!!!!!!
I have taken about 20 classes in SMC and the only class that i remmember vividly is Mr. Ramsey's class. His class was extremely fun, and interesting. Tests are not too difficult but not easy. He will make you LOVE math. If you are planning to take math2, it doesnt get any better then Mr. Ramsey!
he's okay. if u suck in math do not take this class.
Prof. Ramsey is an astounding professor. It’s nice to have a professor who truly cares about his students. His class is not easy but he is always ready to lend a hand. If you struggle, go to his office hours. He won't let you fail.
MR. RAMSEY IS THE BEST MATH TEACHER I EVER HAD!
he is overrated, gives hard tests and quizes i dont know what these people are smoking....he is really hard
Best professor I have taken at SMC hands down in the 2 years i've been there. Best math teacher I have ever had. You have to be stupid to not pass this class, he makes Math 2 that understandable and fun.
ive had about 20 math teachers this is clearly the best ever.... he is not a easy math teacher he wants u to know th material but ...... no other teacher could ever teach u this as good as this guy ... TAKE HIM
GENIUS !!! I LOVE MATH NOW! I WAS EVEN THINKING ABOUT BECOMING A MATH MAJOR >>AND I USED TO HATE MATH!
He appears to have military demeanour, but I can tell he cares about students. If you take good notes and do all home work, ask him questions to make everything clear, you can have good grades. His speech is clear, sometime humorous. Highly recommended.
He is a great teacher, he loves what he does. But.....he likes to play tricks on you and makes tests and quizzes harder than they could be, just to challenge you. Do not take this class thinking that you can just take notes and get a good grade. He expects you to work really hard and be devoted. So he is good, but he is also hard!!!
very hard on test and many many many...........homework you will do the homework all you week non-stop and his tests are very DIFFICULT!### so you should think carefully before take his class~~~~~~~~~~~~~!
hesssss awsome!!!! take may word and take him! 2 bad hes not teaching my next class(calculas:(
VAyyyyyyyy khodast!!!! hes the best!!! dont think twice!!!hes the one! for leraning and getting A!!!! just dont svrew up on silly mistake!!points are hard to get here!!!
Math's not easy but he's helpful with it. He says the computer does the grades, BUT HE'S THE ONE GIVING THE POINTS IN TESTS.Had the same mistakes in the exam with this girl, took more points away from me. Can I say unfair?
Just have a friend who's really good in math sign up for the class with you and you might have a chance for that A. *WIINK* *WINK*
Best math teacher ever. I hate my calculus teacher now, I just compare him with Ramsey. I wish Ramsey teaches Math 7! :[. His explanations are so clear and u just understand it immediately, take him he is the best.
wish he taught math 7... maybe hes not qualified enough? I hope he does... read this comment and say I WANT TO TEACH MATH 7... anyway awesome professor... He's east coast to west coast or something...
*note* Rater below is in love with the professor. * But pretty much this guys awesome at teaching math. Right to the point. Smart professor, knows what up. EAST COAST TO WEST COAST... probably scored an A if I worked harder... yeah you have to work hard to suceed. Watch out for *Loud-Boy* in the front of the classroom making an ass of himself. peac
AMAZINGLY FUN TEACHER. TAKE HIS CLASS!!!! I HOPE YOU TEACH MATH 7 MR. RAMSEY!!!! Easy for me b/c i took precalc in highschool, he's very clear with what he teaches, doesn't make u nervous like other math teachers. he favors high school students... his tests are reletively easy (from his class notes) and he manages to keep the class interesting
If you have not taken math for a while do not take this class. He expects you to know everything. His test are very hard. He gives A LOT of homework. In the summer he expects you to learn 2-3 chapters a week and each chapter has more than 6 sections. I really don't recomend this professor.
Hmmzzz..he's good but sometimes he's too nice to stop others from cheating..I hate those cheaters in his class, just because prof Ramsey is really nice doesn't mean they can take him for granted...
Ramsey is by far the best math 2 teacher at smc. He is clear, organized and very helpful. Tests are not easy but if you study the lecture notes and the participation problems, you will perform well on the quizzes and tests.
if you are smart enough, you wouLdnt even bother taking this guy's class.he is boring,not helpful.when you ask for help he gives you an attitude,treats you so differently.you can cheat as much as you can as long as he likes you.he is gonna be telling you every 15 minutes"i have been to east coast to west coast etc..."just dont take this ****..
IF do all the homeworks and attend to every class it shouldn't be a problem. However I don't recommend this teacher for students who have difficulties in maths, not because he is not nice, but simply because it requires a lot of work and a fast understanding. Make sure that you listen and understand all the examples developped in class!
He's a really great guy and an even better teacher. His lectures are thought out and efficient and never leaves you on the edge of your seat. You leave feeling comfortable and confident.
Great lecutre clarity. Lets you ask questions first 20 mins of class.EZ quizes.EZ exams.EZ final.But, he wears the same damn thing every day. I got a B w/o studying. Must take his class. I wish he was teaching Calculus :(
ramsey was fun... he's pretty entertaining, and really clear. you have to go to class if you want to do well cause he explains it really well. quizes and tests were pretty simple, to the point. you should hope he teaches this class again, he's a pretty awesome teacher.
Prof. Ramsey is one of the best math teachers I've ever had. Don't underestimate his class- you have to do the HW and study if you want to do well, but Ramsey explains everything well and makes sure his students are prepared. The first day you might be a little skeptical, but trust me he's good. One of the tests is pretty tough, but u can do it!
I DON'T KNOW WHY MR. RAMSEY'S RATING IS SO GOOD. HIS TESTS ARE HARD AND QUIZES ARE ALSO HARD. HE REALLY EXPECTS YOU TO KNOW EVERYTHING. HE ONLY LIKES PEOPLE WHO GETS PERFECT SCORE ON THE TESTS. I JUST DON'T LIKE HIS CLASS.
His tests & quizzes are hard! He gives 40 min for quizzes which is not enough. This class is super easy for Math geeks. It isn't easy for those with Math difficulties. Prof Ramsey does a good job on clarification but he only give 30 min for HW review. His lessons go very fast, too. Easy A for Math GEEKS, but not for the average student.
He is a great teacher. His lecture is very clear. It's possible to get an A. If do your HW twice and review the notebook, you'll be fine on the quizzes and exams. I really liked his class.
"I don't care where you go in life, you're gonna remember Ramsey." - Him. Prof. Ramsey is a funny, patient prof. who prepares very well for his lectures. He will prepare you too. His class is far from an easy A, his tests are "knock outs". The problems are much harder than problems in the book. You will enjoy math, learn a lot and laugh.
Well i hope my review helps >_<, i don't go to SMC but I went to king drew magnet high school and spent to years with this man.He tought me college level trig. & math analysis junior year and ap calculus senior year I got and A all courses and speaking for k/d hs,it's truly the luckiest hs in the u.s., to have him for 20 yrs and still going.
Prof Ramsey is the sweetest, kindest, fairest math teacher in the world! You will not regret taking him. If theres a section in the book that he didn't go over, it won't be on the test. 4 very fair and clear tests. 8 easy quizzes. checks homework and test questions are very similar. do the hw and you'll get an A
Hard class....the class just TAKES OFF!His a good teacher and takes his time to explain things.BUT!!!I found his grading scale to be skewed!U can miss like only 40 point if u want an A and ur bound to get 3 pts off all quiz/test at least so yeah...dont mater how hrd u study if ur bad at numbs n math test takin u dont get the A.Old School mentality.
As the others have said, he is very clear in his teachings. He does not go by the book - he teaches even better than it. Quizzes, tests, and even the Final was a breeze, though I already had the course in High School. Nevertheless, you'll understand everything he teaches, guaranteed. Recommended. I should go say hi to him soon, had him summer '09
Fall '09 - Ramsey's the man. He truly cares that his students do well, not necessarily in terms of grade but in really understanding the material. He deals with BS from immature students quite well and goes way out of his way for the serious student. Based on conversation with others, I don't think there's a better choice for Math 2 at SMC.
Okay, this guy is way over-rated. His tests are extremely difficult and you have to study day and night for every test like it's your final. I tried incredibly hard but I ended up getting a W. However, he is verrrryyy helpful and explains the material very well. take him if you want to do well in calculus. take him forsure if you're good at math.
This guy is good at teaching, and it seems like he loves teaching. But, I really don't like his personality. He is a not fair professor.
He is awsome, if you have any question he will answer without any problem. the first half hour is for the questions about the homework and once a week there is a 20min quiz. if you do your homework you can easily have a B. I've got an A and it was my first semester at SMC
I had this teacher in highschool. Definitely a school favorite. He constantly has successful alumni come back to proclaim how great of a teacher he is. He means business but he is caring and concerned about each and everyone of his students. Willing to give you a chance if you work for it! Never miss any class! If you do you are screwed. This is a man with a ton of experience and no tolerance for bull! My favorite math teacher. He motivated me.
Mr. Ramsey is by far the best teacher I've ever had. He is extremely helpful and very clear. He expects a lot out of you but gives a lot of himself too. I would take him again in a second.
I want everyone here reading this comment to know that this man is the best of the best at what he does. I don't think there's any math professor in the entire world who can even compare to Ramsey's superlative style of teaching. He really cares about his students and wants them all to succeed. Take him if you have a chance! I love you Ramsey!
Ramsey is an extremely awesome teacher! He teaches very very clear. He is so responsible to all his students. I took math 2 with him, and i love him. If only he taught math 7!!!
His tests were really tricky and frustrating! I knew the material like the back of my hand and he teaches extremely well but he always ended up getting me somewhere...that ended up with me busting my ass for the A but ended up with my first B.
So refreshing to have such a passionate teacher. Committed, intelligent, funny. A pleasure
TESTS ARE HARDDD!!! NOTTTTTT an easy teacher!!! worked rgurously and stillWearned a B. Wish I had an easier teacher, but hes a nice guy (but not that clear when he teaches). If you are not already good at math and are not a fast test taker, take another teacher!!!!
Always there to help, acknowledges all his students and cares for each and every one of them. Do you know any other teachers that will come in an hour before class starts just to make sure his students are prepared? His tests are relatively difficult, but he is very clear in his lectures and tells you all that will be on the test AMAZING TEACHER.
best teacher at smc. dont get me wrong its a hard class and effort will be needed to get an A but ramseys method of teaching simplifies it so you dont have to memorize so many formulas. He is so passionate about hs class and cares about each and every one of his students. Dont miss out ramsey is the best I got an A in the 6 week summer semester2011
very very helpful teacher, the best math teacher i have never had~~ if you dont like Ramsey, no one else you will like in SMC. not easy test. but every math class is not easy, take a good teacher and try your best~~ Best math teacher
GREAT TEACHER. easy grader. he's hilarious in the most subtle way and he's willing to go the extra mile (or 10) to help you. you can tell that he really wants you to succeed. i'm weak in math and am doing very well in his class. he also comes in an hour early before EVERY CLASS, and sometimes stays after, to holds review sessions. take ramsey!!
He is a Great professor ever! easy A if you do all the homework and review your note!
DO NOT TAKE HIM! His tests are very difficult. Took Pre-calculus with him. For example, he teaches you 2+2=4. But then on the test the problems are Find the radius of the moon. I am trying to show that he teaches you one thing but tests you on something else. You will work your butt of just to get a C. You have been warned.
Any one who has to take math 2 should take his class because he is the only professor interested enough to teach this course. His helpfulness and clarity in explaining the subjects are awesome, but his tests could be a little bit trick, but as long as you do hard online exercises you should be set.
He IS the type of professor that SMC needs the most. What kind of professor dedicates his free time to come an EXTRA hour before class to help their students? not many. His class? it's so enthusiastic and fun because of him. Challenging? hell yeah. BUT in a great learning experience way. he is one of those you'll have so much respect.
Ramsey is trully the BEST math teacher i have ever had. In fact he is one of the BEST teachers i have ever had. He teaches not for the money, but because he loves it. Class is extremly hard, but if u do all the hw and go to all the office hrs, u'll be fine. I ended up having 98% in class. Class is hard, try your best. Love him to death.
He teaches something and on the test you see something else , he is a super hard teacher , even you are good at math you have to put at least 5 house a day to get a B in this class. Don't take per cal with him, he is absolutely trouble
TERRIBLE!!!! He should teach music or history but NOT MATH. He hastily shows examples on the board then throws more difficult ones on tests. The only way i got through this class was by NOT paying attention and teaching myself from the book! Report this rating
By far the best math teacher I've ever had. He goes into so much detail for every problem. Test/quizzes were a breeze if you do the homework. He doesnt throw in trick questions either. I have no idea why the last few comments were bad. I wish I could take him for the rest of my math classes.
He is one of the best, if not the best professor at SMC. Math 2 is not an easy subject and requires a ton of effort but Ramsey comes before class and stays after to make sure he answers everybody's questions. Tests were pretty difficult but I definitely feel well prepared for calculus 1 after taking his class.
Mr. Ramsey is dedicated, passionate, hilarious. But this class is a nightmare. The amount of material covered is unbelievable. You will spend countless hours per week doing homework which guarantees nothing in terms of a grade. Assume this class is 8 units. If you cannot attend all of the extra sessions, you are at a huge disadvantage.
Prof Ramsey is so helpfull to make you ready for the next level but his exams are super chalenging and way harder than the book. He is so nice. If you are a math person take it.
The following points unequivocally prove that Ramsey is the Chuck Norris of math: 1) Always available to help you before & after class, 2) crystal clear explanations for a deep understanding, 3) an awesome sense of humor. Math 2 is HARD no matter what, but Ramsey will empower you to succeed. Stick with it, you'll be a better person if you do.
Ramsey is honestly amazing! I'm not a math lover by any means, but he makes everything easy to understand and is not out to trick you. Took him in the winter which made the class very demanding (lots of homework). First test and quiz got a C, then started going to his after class sessions and got As on everything else. Take advantage of his help!
Professor Ramsey is a great teacher! He is very clear on everything he talks about and is extremely helpful. He even has an extra hour before or after class for his students to ask for help on any homework questions or to clarify on anything. His exams are based on what he talks about in class so it isn't something you haven't seen.
Ramsey is by far the hardest teacher I have ever taken. He may have been the biggest challenge but he was the greatest rewarding teacher. He makes you want to take a math major just by his support. He has an hour session before class that was a godsend. I couldn't have done it without that's session. He creates a lot of pressure but makes diamonds
Professor Ramsey is the best teacher I have ever had. You can automatically tell that he pours his heart and soul into his profession. If you don't like math, you're either going to love it or hate it even more with him at the helm. Very challenging, but extremely rewarding. If you put in the work, he'll notice it and he'll love you for it.
There's no beating around the bush here - Professor Ramsey is TOUGH and a nightmare if you're not a math person (like me). Sure you can teach yourself through the hmwk, but with the rushed, minimal-example approach of his lectures, at least according to me, successfully understanding the hmwk will be a CHALLENGE. Save your math-challenged soul!
Professor Ramsey is the best professor I've ever had. He is passionate about the material and always there to help his students. He actually cares about you and your success, will encourage you and will never judge you even if you get bad grades (which happens, it's still a math class). TAKE HIM if you can, you won't regret it.
I took class with him in summer. It was so fun. He is very helpful. He has another class before class starts 1 hour. That class was very helpful. Take him!!!
Extremely over rated. His class is a nightamare and tests are a lot harder than homework and what is done in class. Take him if u are a math genius.
Just took Ramsey for Winter and I don't think that you will find any other professor at SMC that cares about their students as much as him. Not only does he prep study guides for you before exams, but also he has daily hour-long review sessions for recap and questions. Study hard because this class is demanding but he will make you love the subject
Winter class is very demaning. Prof. Ramsey is great. He loves his job and also has great sense of humor. He is very tough but I am glad I took him and learned so much! Very challenging.
So precalculus alone is hard. You can tell professor Ramsey loves math and he tries to transfer that excitement to you . He is NOT an easy teacher, however he actually teaches. so if you want to breeze through the class dont take him if you want to actually learn, take him,but be prepared to study!
Professor Ramsey has to be the hardest professor I have ever taken, but also the most influential professor. Don't slack off, study, study, study! Go to his tutoring sessions before and after class, they help a lot. Do well on the first exams because it only gets harder. Study in groups get a room in the library, put in 3-4 hours of studying.
Pre-Calc is one of the hardest. You learn Trig really fast near the end. Not the best curriculum choice but not Ramsey's fault. He holds tutorials as long as a class as often as he can. Never seen a teach give more effort to help. Super nice, really funny. Study and read ahead especially if your not fresh out of high school and math is rusty 4 you.
Prof. Ramsey is hands down my favorite professor. VERY DEMANDING course but Ramsey made it enjoyable. He is super funny and caring, and I miss his class a lot (which never happened before!). Hope he's going to teach math 8 in summer or fall so I can take him again.
Great teacher, puts in a lot of extra time with sessions before and after class, will drop you if you miss class and don't let him know ahead of time, explains clearly, tests are harder than homework - pay attention when he does a problem and mentions "the exam", don't bother crashing he's popular, not an easy A or B, must work, will prep you for 7
Very very experienced, funny, and smart. I love him.
First of all don't bother crashing. If you don't know the material you might have hard time in exams but he helps you a lot. Definitely not an easy class. If you are not a math person you won't get an A. Gives extra credit work for every exam. I highly recommend you to go his sessions before class.
Easiest class on this freaking planet.
Textbook is needed. He will drop you if you miss one class and don't let him know. I got barely an A even though I had 3 perfect quizzes and 1 perfect exam. It is a hard class. There are 5 exams,8 quizzes and a final. Final is cumulative. You have to be good at math if you want to get an A. Professor is helpful. Your participation does not count
He is great, but you have to do your part. Tests are insane and do not expect to get perfect aneers.
The most amazing professor on campus. I was really really bad in math during all my school but with this teacher math become fun. You will understand all the concepts and be able to use it efficiently. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Do your homework, listen in class and all is gonna be amazing. Take this professors and you enjoy math :)
I'd definitely recommend to take his class.
Proffesor Ramsey was the best precalculus proffesor or the best proffesor to prepare you in taking advanced mathematics. He went beyond any proffesors to make sure you succeed. I took him over the summer and now I'm in calc 2 but thanks to him I learn the essentials that enable me to succee in calculus courses. Anyhow prepare to study and do HW
Definitely a professor worth your time and energy. Go to his study sessions, attend his lectures, and do the homework! Fair grader, some extra credit on exams, and manages to make the difficult material interesting and fun. His passion for teaching and math really shows.
WooWow wow wow, what can say about Professor Ramsey, he is an inspiration to many students that have taken his course. One of the most hardest working professors at SMC. Take Professor Ramseys class and you will be set for Calculus. Attend his workshops and dont skip his lectures. An A is doable, just have to put in the work. Truly blessed
Best prof. to take for Math 2. Hosts workshops every class day an hour before and a half hour after class. He has office hours & is available through email. The amount of time and effort he puts into his class leaves you no reason to fail. He isn't easy, but if you put in the work you will succeed and be the best prepared for future math classes.
This man is Royalty at Santa Monica College. Don't waste your time in his class if you are not willing to put in the hours to studying. Like he says "An A is DOABLE". His math problems are MIT, and Stanford caliber. Many students leave his class wanting to become mathematicians. He also has great stories which he shares to the class.
Professor Ramsey is AMAZING. He is so caring and really shows it in his lectures. He devotes so much time to helping his students learn. Make sure you attend his study sessions before class as they're very helpful. His tests are fair and he gives plenty of extra credit opportunities! Overall, GREAT person and professor. I HIGHLY recommend him! :)
Best teacher ever If you really enjoy math and want a class where you will not just learn the topic but be able to derive the equations related to the topics this is the class for you he will go out of his way to help you and like he says and A is doable
professor Ramsey is among the top professors at SMC. His lectures are in detail and he doesn't skip anything. He dedicates himself to his students by offering an hour of extra study sessions both before and after class, which everyone should go to for better understanding. He offers extra credit for each exam and he's a fair grader. TAKE HIM!!!
Professor Ramsey is amazing!! He explains all the material covered very well and made a difficult course much easier to understand. An A is definitely "do-able" as long as you put the necessary work in. You can tell how passionate he is about teaching/mathematics, which makes his class more enjoyable as well. Definitely recommend taking him!
He is specialized in precalc and he is a good teacher, but his standards are very high. His tests are extremely difficult, and he grades harshly. I stuck around, gave this class pretty much everything I had, spent hours a day studying, and even got a private tutor and I still didn't pass. I don't recommend him unless you're very talented.
His lectures were incredible and very engaging. He is someone who has truly mastered the art of teaching math. I just finished his 6 week course, so if you're thinking of taking it be ready to work. His exams are difficult, but fair. He spent 30 minutes before and after class to teach as well. If you take him, be ready to learn and give your all.
He does give lectures before and after class for those who really want to learn. The only thing that kind of upset me was that he said that the trigonometry part was going to be easy. But, it turned out to be the hardest part of precalc. He said that about a few other things as well. So take it with a grain of salt when he says stuff like that.
He is so far the best professor I've had. Great lectures, insane office hours with group work and prep for exams. He makes sure everyone gets the help needed. Lots of homework but absolutely worth it. Would recommend if you are planning on taking more math courses because you will be definitely ready after his course.
Ramsey is hands down one of the best Math professors. He enforces people to ask questions and calls every question "beautiful!" Text book only used for homework and not in class, but the homework is your best friend for this class. You have to do it all to get a good grade on the test even though hw is worth so little. He also gives study guides.
wow wow wow. what a great semester. ramsey is THE best math professor ive ever had. he give study guides for the test and final that are reflective of the exams themselves. he offers extra study sessions before and after class where you can discuss any questions you have. plus, he is a fast grader! just make sure to put in the work. "beautiful."
Attend the meetings he hosts outside of class, they are so crucial to asking questions and getting the help that students need for this difficult class. Ramsey is so sweet, he is a great teacher and makes everyone feel comfortable. Tests and quizzes are difficult but he is willing to help you out during office hours. Hes a real gem you guys!
The only SMC math teacher I have ever taken that doesnt make me go back teach myself everything on my own
I scored the lowest grade in my life on an exam. But here is the truth, I took him for the summer six weeks course. It was an experience like which I never had in my life. He redefined what a great educator means. He will break you and remake you. He will mathematically whip you into shape. I've never worked harder or had a better teacher. Thank U!
Took precalc with this professor during the 6 week summer session, this was probably the hardest math class in my life. Had to work very hard to prepare for the exams and also did lots of homework. Professor Ramsey is the best math professor in SMC. He cares about his students and the extra sessions he hosts before class were very helpful.
Professor Ramsey's Math 2 class compacted into 6 weeks was one of the hardest things to get through in terms of coursework. Go to his pre-lecture sessions, no question is too much for Mr. Ramsey. He is clear, he is understanding, and he wants you to get through his class if you put the work in. TESTS ARE NO JOKE, so do not skip class :) good luck!
This is an awful professor I ever had in my life. Do not take his class if you want to pass. Must of the students dropped out. I never rated a professor but he got me do it. Hard tests you will see in your life. He expect you to be a math professor when you get out of his class. Just stay away of his class Im telling you.
Disappointing instructor. Lectures are very fast and mostly w his back to the board working on problems. Barely stops to gauge student understanding or explain why something is done. Really sarcastic and negative personal approach. Makes the subject joyless. Tests/quizes almost every week, doesn't drop lowest scores, be very careful in choosing him
Heres the thing, if youre just taking precalc for a grade and not want to work for it, choose another prof. Ive taken precalc twice before, but with incredibly unqualified teachers. Prof. Ramsey has been the BEST caring math teacher Ive had. He provides plenty of help w/workshops before/after class, office hours, and by email. Ask questions!!!
Please please please dont take this class if you want an easy A. Ramsey will instill a solid foundation for your future math classes. He will help you with any issues youre having with understanding math. If you dont want to learn real math, dont come and tear him down because you didnt have the guts to ask him for help he actually provides!
The class averages on exams are consistently low. He goes exactly by the book why is he amazing idk. At one of his workshops, which is really just a review session, he asked another classmate to explain the problem to me. His drill sargeant pep talks and the heavy southern accent were grating too, I think he just overrated
Ramsey rekindles your interest in Math. His tests are fair and doable and tries to help as much as possible by offering different sessions at different times. He is a very clear instructor and can go above and beyond to make sure you understand the concepts. Doing the homework and working on his study guide helps you do well on his exams.
The dude is absolutely great plain and simple, if you enjoy math and really want to learn this is the guy for you. If you put in the work he will meet you half way.
Professor Ramsey teaches you the exact way to solve the questions he has on his tests. He is very helpful to his students and will help you get the grade you want. You have to attend his workshops a lot of learning happens over there as well. Also if you want free private tutoring go to his office hours, he will help you with everything math.
Ramsey is a force. It's Math folks; you have to really work for it from now on but Ramsey makes the journey so much more viable. Great lectures, provides plenty of handouts and even goes and has extra lectures to make sure you succeed in class. Really, a phenomenal instructor with a great sense of humour. A.N.
All his quizzes and exams are aceable even if he says they will be hard. If you cannot do a question on the exam, it means you did not understand something similar in lecture. He never brings crazy hard questions. Do the exam review worksheets because it is super similar to his exams. Final is a bit challenging but it's doable. Attend his workshop
Ramsey for Math 2 is over hyped. Lectures are clear and excellent but he's not the type of professor that will inspire and encourage you to be better at math. Tests are unnecessarily heavy with problems not covered in class. If you're not getting a B or an A, you will feel left out by him. Eventually got an A but forget this guy. Wouldn't recommend
So, I absolutely hated math. I could not imagine that I would love it. After taking Prof. Ramsey's class... I grew to actually love it. He takes his time and makes sure you understand the material. Ask questions in class and he will answer you without making you feel silly. He is an overall great professor and really cares about his students.
Professor Ramsay is by far the best of the best SMC has to offer. Spending one minute in his class demonstrates his true and passionate love for mathematics. He holds review sessions before every class and is really there to help you learn. I remember one time, he handed me a quiz and I could see how sad he was that I got a B compared to old grades
TERRIBLE! I should of listened to the negative reviews over the positive ones on here. Tests are extremely heavy, unforgiving and have difficult problems thrown in that were not covered in class. Class average was consistently low and would call out students on zoom in front of class. Received an A but don't play his games. Save your peace of mind.
I took him before the pandemic. His class is HW and exams. Idk if there were quizzes. He was always nice to students and was supportive when I didn't do so good. He held office hours and had a S.I tutor for us. He didn't call on us in the class. This class is very demanding. All I did was the HW and study 1 day before the test. That's why I got a D
Precal is really not that hard if you study a little bit bro. What I like about Professor Ramsey tho, is that he gives tons of time for tests and quizzes. Since it's my first semester in SMC so I'm not sure about other professors, but I have been struggling to finish tests my entire life and he definitely gives enough time for us to finish the test
Professor Ramsey is by far one of my favorite math teachers I have ever had. He truly listens to people and really tries to make sure that everyone understands the lectures. He has office hours outside of class that are really helpful. My class is in person, but I don't mind going bc he is a good teacher. He follows the covid protocols well too.
He is not fair doesn’t drop any exam or quizzes doesn’t let you use calculator is not fair on anything doesn’t help at all. Should be teaching math needs to learn how to be helpful and doesn’t want student to be a set needs to drop lowest scores needs to allow calculator on exams don’t take him at all take someone else PLEASE
Professor Ramsey is an excellent person to take for math. He is clear with and on time with his grading, he has easy scheduled homeworks, follows Covid protocols, HE GIVES HANDSOUTS AND REVIW SHEETS FOR EVERY TEST. Take advantage of this opportunity and take his class. He is accessible during and outside of class.HE IS ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE OF CLASS.
Professor Ramsey is a great teacher who really cares about his students. I came into Math2 after a long break from school and I was nervous that I would not be able to keep up in class. Thanks to professor Ramsey's great teaching I feel I have learned a lot of material and am actually doing well in the class with an A so far.
Professor Ramsey is by far the best math teacher I have ever had! He gives great lectures and really cares about his students understanding of the content. His tests rarely deviate from what is taught in class, and he even gives an in detail review sheet before each test. Minimal extra credit, but if you put the work in you won't need it.
Truly the best math professor I've ever had. I hated math my whole life, but professor Ramsey seriously changed the way that I view the subject. He's a once in a lifetime kind of teacher; absolutely brilliant, great sense of humor, amazing lectures, very approachable demeanor, and very kind. Loved his class and loved him
This professor is quite okay at lecturing; however, his tests are extremely difficult. It seems his exam reviews have nothing to do with the actual test. The questions he chooses are extremely difficult in comparison to what he uses to sample during class. The class average is constantly low, and tests are pretty much your whole grade
The professor is an excellent lecturer and constantly motivates you to strive forward. The use of a textbook is optional since an e-textbook can be utilized for homework. During class, a physical textbook is not required. However, the homework workload is substantial as it includes practice exercises following each chapter.
Professor Ramsey always answers questions quickly and has patience with every asker. He is nice and loves mathematics, teaching students with enthusiasm. Getting good grades in his class is easy, he gives extra credit.
He has amazing lectures and goes at a steady pace. Take advantage of the sessions he has outside of class as they are extremely helpful for exams and getting extra practice. If you stay on top of the homework and take the time to review your notes, you will do great!
As someone who has struggled with math, I have had a great experience with Ramsey so far. I highly recommend you take his class. He knows how to teach! Best Math teacher I have ever had.
great
Caring professor, spends a lot of time outside class to make sure students succeed through office hours. Lectures are engaging. Tests are a little bit difficult, but if you study, you should be able to get an A. Make sure to do the homework as he assigns it and regularly do your work.
Professor Ramsey is a great math teacher. He breaks down concepts clearly and provides helpful review materials. While the tests can be challenging, regular attendance and studying with tools like unstuck study make this class manageable. Definitely worth taking.
he is a great professor. He gives good feedback and is lenient. I loved his class. One of the best professors in the SMC
Currently have him during the winter semester, and I can say he's so far the best math teacher at SMC. Mr. Ramsey is committed to making sure his students not only understand the material but master it. Your grade is firmly determined by how well you do on tests, so study do homework and ask questions. Overall, he's a wonderful teacher. He has TAs!
I took Scholars Precalc in Winter. I think that this professor is okay. Definitely do not take this class during winter. Trust me. You definitely have to be Albert Einstein to understand this class in a month. Hes a good teacher and tries to help but he definitely sticks to his syllabus. He's test HEAVY.
Just finished his winter semester and I personally found the class to be great. He guides students through topics and provides handouts and 30 min sessions before MWF class for students who have extra questions. Tests are pretty easy if you do the hw and pay good attention in class. Overall great guy, great teacher, and great class. Would recommend
Take him, he's your best option for pre cal. He's hard but defiantly worth it. Only con is he doesn't drop any of your lowest scores or accept crashing students, otherwise he'd be perfect.
His lectures are entertaining and he goes through each problem very detailed. He also offers office hours before every class, so that has helped a lot. Grade only depends on test and quizzes, but if you pay attention to his lecture it will be easy.
He is a really good guy and a great math teacher at smc, took pre cal over the summer with him explains everything really well wish he had cal 1 too!
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