3.2

Froma Lustman

Mathematics - Towson University

3.2
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
55%
Would Retake
135
Reviews
3.2
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
3.2
Helpful
3.2
Clarity

55%

Would Retake

135

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Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Currently have a 99% during the summer session

MATH237 - 5.0 rating

homework is graded for rightness so theres a lot of grades put in and the test are LONG

MATH237 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

52%

Textbook Required

48%

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Based on 25 reported grades
A: 6
A+: 4
Not sure yet: 3
B-: 2
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Lots of homework (9)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (8)
Skip class? You won't pass. (7)
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Tough Grader (5)
Lecture heavy (5)
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MTH231

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4.0

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STATS

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Reviews (135)
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205
Grade: A+
Apr 17, 2002

No Comments

5.0
2.0
MATH205
Apr 22, 2002

No Comments

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MATH205
Apr 24, 2002

Goes too fast

4.0
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MATH251
Nov 20, 2002

No Comments

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MATH
Dec 9, 2002

hate her w/ a passion.Too fast, awful accent, whinny speaking voice.

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MATH205
Jan 26, 2003

I didn't have a problem with her. She was pretty nice to me.

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MTH237
Jan 31, 2003

Very helpful. Interesting class. Recommend.

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MATH237
Apr 8, 2003

Good teacher, willing to help students. Lots of work, but easy

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MTH231
Apr 24, 2003

Lot of material covered. Final is a project with paper and presentation. Pretty good teacher, whining voice, fast-paced, will learn something.

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MATH251
May 1, 2003

The worst teacher ever...has the biggest attitude. Talks to you like you're 2 yrs. old. I would not recommend her

3.0
3.0
251
May 5, 2003

TESTS ARE LONG.....

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MATH231
May 5, 2003

Goes a little fast, makes you do all the MiniTabs on your own time. Very time consuming class, easy to get frustrated with. Tests are not hard however.

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MATH231
May 6, 2003

Always there to help out...friendly, caring, know what she't talking about.

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MATH251
May 7, 2003

She is a very nice teacher. Her tests are extreamly long and it is almost impossible to finish them. There is also a long power point presentation that you have to do in a group at the end of the year. Not a bad class but be ready to work!!!!!

3.0
3.0
MATH251
May 15, 2003

took her for two semesters, this semester was a mistake. i dont' believe she cares if hers students actually learn she is concerend with covering curriculm material. hard to keep up too much work in 251.... attitude

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MTH205251
May 17, 2003

I think Mrs. Lustman is a great teacher. If you do the work, act interested and come to class she is more than willing to help you.However, if you give her attitude and ask the same dumb questions over and over, she will not like you.I think she is fair.

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MATH251
Jun 6, 2003

Biggest attitude ever!!! Especially when you don't understand because she is going to fast. Just a nasty person.

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MATH205
Jun 7, 2003

She gives a lot of work and her tests are very long. She can have an attitude especially if you ask questions that she thinks are dumb. Not sure if I would recommend her.

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251
Aug 2, 2003

Explains nothing..I basically taught myself through this class. Tests are long and almost impossible to finish in the 1hr and 50min period.Very unhelpful and had an attitude the whole semester.

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MATH251
Aug 22, 2003

Great Teacher. I don't know what the other people rating Lustman are talking about. She is very helpful if you ask. Very nice teacher, knows her stuff, just show up, do your work, and you will be fine.

4.0
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STATS
Oct 15, 2003

Pretty good teacher, explains stuff so you can understand it, gives a lot of work, but everything is doable. Some of her methods for figuring out problems can be done a lot easier if you have a basic understanding of stats and a ti-83.

5.0
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MATH205
Nov 4, 2003

She is very nice. You kinda have to just know math concepts thought. She is easier for MATH 205, than MATH 251, but I would still suggest taking her.

2.0
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MATH251
Nov 4, 2003

Sometimes I really wonder if she knows what she's talking about. You has to go back and correct herself because she gets confused...BUT assignments are easy...need to go to class unless you want ALOT of hw

5.0
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MATH205
Dec 4, 2003

Best math teacher I ever had. Don't need to study for exams if you pay attetnion and do all the homework. Gives homework every class but doesn't collect it all. Test are very simple. She is very clear and is always willing to help. Highly recommended

2.0
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MATH251
Dec 10, 2003

Horrible Teacher.. doesn't know what she's talking about.. Goes through class discussions very fast.. not very nice.. Don't recommend

4.0
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MATH205
Apr 19, 2004

good teacher. explains everything. gives homework every class and collects it most of the time. if you pay attention, its an easy A

3.0
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MATH205
Apr 27, 2004

She goes through everything quickly, and is not good at explaining things. She teaches pointless things that are not even on the exam. Gives homework & collects it every class. Not all that nice.

2.0
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MATH231
May 3, 2004

Unclear says something means another, unorganized

4.0
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MATH231
May 13, 2004

Projects suck..if you have one get it done early. She doesn't give you clear deadlines so you end up doing it at the last minute. Do homeworks and take notes and you won't need to study for your tests. Everything basically done on Minitab. She is unclear

5.0
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MATH205
Jun 24, 2004

If you pay attention in class and do the homework assingments, you'll probably do well in the class...but if you dont understand she'll help you out. very nice lady

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251
Jul 2, 2004

rushes through material, tons of hw, hard to understand, moves up due dates, be prepared to do a lot of work on your own teaching yourself!

4.0
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MATH205
Jul 29, 2004

She was an okay teacher... class got boring because I knew the stuff already. She did do an activity with M&Ms and crayons that was exciting for me. She was also really helpful when I had to miss a test because I was sick.

2.0
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MATH205
Oct 22, 2004

Horrible teacher. You basically have to teach yourself the course. There is a ton of homework that she doesn't explain and never fully reviews for the exams. She also gets upset or annoyed if you ask to many questions. Would not recommend.

2.0
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MATH231
Oct 29, 2004

Pathetic teacher. Takes off for every Jewish holiday, even if most Jewish people didn't know there was a holiday. Should have more tests, there is a ton of material on test 2. Many times she makes us do the labs on our own time. She is semi grumpy.

2.0
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MATH205
Nov 1, 2004

WORST TEACHER EVER!!! do not take. Gives unnecesary amounts of hmwk, does not teach clearly, and tests are pointless. DO NOT TAKE HER!!!

3.0
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MATH205
Nov 10, 2004

don't take her. she goes too fast when she actually teaches, doesn't explain her concepts clearly, and when you ask her a question, she makes you feel dumb for not understanding. projects are dumb so is the homework. tests not unbearably hard though.

3.0
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MATH231
Nov 18, 2004

She isn't as bad as everyone makes her out to be. She can be moody and sometimes her lectures are unclear. She provides help when it is convenient for her. Takes off all Jewish holidays and attendance doesn't count. Definately not my first suggestion as a teacher.

2.0
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MATH213
Nov 23, 2004

I mean, she's a nice person, she's just not a very effective teacher. She doesn't like it when you ask questions and treats you like you're stupid and that you should have already known the material. I didn't learn anything. OUTSIDE the class, she's very sweet.. but inside, a whole different person.

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MATH231
Nov 29, 2004

She goes through stuff too fast. Although i started getting it after a while, a lot of people were lost. Doesnt explain deadlines very well. if you ask a question you wont ever want to again. She will make you feel like an ass.

2.0
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FYE
Nov 30, 2004

i asked what class to take a 263 or 267 and she said go with 263 it will probably be easier! don't have her as an advisor!!!!

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MATH205
Dec 14, 2004

Cancels a lot of classes, then moves really fast. She also get frustrated when you ask a question.

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MATH251
Jan 12, 2005

Easy going with the homework. I barely showed up and still got a B. Very helpful outside of class -but don't dare ask a question in class. She doesn't answer you and looks at you like you're a moron!

4.0
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MATH251
Mar 29, 2005

this class is a joke and really just a waste of time i dont know why towson makes you take it because if you passed high school geometry you already know what this class is supposed to teach you...endless amounts of busywork and only 3 tests so they cover a good amount of material on each one.

5.0
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MATH205
May 10, 2005

Mrs. Lustman is the sweetest lady ever. If you get on her good side, she will treat you so well and help you out so much. Whenever you need extra help she will work her schedule around you and accomodate you. Doesnt care about lateness or absences!! BEST TEACHER!! I RECOMMEND HER!!

3.0
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MATH205
May 12, 2005

Seemed very knowledgable, able to teach effectively. Once half of semster hit, she changed; very stubborn,unkind and not understanding AT ALL!!!!!I have learning disabilities and she had no clue what to do with the accomidations that I gave her. Note-taker, sit up front, how hard is that?

2.0
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MATH205
May 12, 2005

Very moody, but sweet first half of semester, second half:devil!!Very knowledgable,able to teach material though, but you seriously don't want to get on her bad side!She is extreamly limited with her office hours too, but when you make an appointment, she will definately help you out!

1.0
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205
May 18, 2005

She sucks doesn't cover subject at all. Goes too fast hard to follow

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MATH231
May 24, 2005

Head Case. She started off acting all nice and helpful but then when you asked a question she acted like you were stupid. Do not take her for stat.

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MATH205
Jul 23, 2005

Did you pass high school math?...then you'll pass her class. ITs a review of things you already know...read the book if you get lost but as long as you don't text ur friends all class you'll understand! Be nice to her and she is nice to you :)

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251
Sep 11, 2005

One of the worst teachers I have ever had. My close friend had physical difficulties so we had to leave class early during the semester and she didn't like to accomodate her! We had to hightail it across campus to the other class which wasn't easy for someone who had just had surgery!! Rude! Also, she seems spacey and has a hard time sticking to one task. Oh, and she doesn't grade the students work - her student helpers do - so she has no idea why things are marked the way the are.

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MTH205
Sep 19, 2005

I was so happy to hear other people felt the way I did. She is of no help, criticizes and looks at you like you are ignorant when you ask a question, and will not answer. It feels as if she expects you to come in knowing all the information. She seemed like a very nice person at face value, but once class started she completely changed. Very rude, unfriendly, and unhelpful. I will never take her again.

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MATH205251
Oct 23, 2005

Shes amazing! The nicest person ever if you actually take the time to know her. I spent a lot of time with her outside of class and she was always willing to help. She lectures pretty quickly and isnt always clear but WILL help you if you don't understand right away. you just have to give her a chance. She really is one of the nicest people I know

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MATH231
Nov 11, 2005

dont listen to what other ppl said on here. if you go to class and do the labs for stats then you will get an a in the class. 3 tests, 2 on the computer with formula sheets and everything you need. also a really helpful and nice person. take her!!

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MAT
Nov 20, 2005

Waste of a professor-does not help explain the problems assigned when asked.

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MATH251205
Nov 28, 2005

I took her for both classes and i thought she was great. I took both of the classes together and she was very helpful. in 205 you have 2 group presentations quite a bit of hw and test but its easy. in 251 its all on the computer, its easy. the only crappy thing is that she doesnt grade the work she has an old student do t which i hated.

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MATH205
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2005

You have to be an idiot not to get an A in this class. Not a good professor, but def. an easy A. If you passed any math in highschool, you'll be fine. She's really nice and picks favorites, so get on her goodside.

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MATH
Dec 17, 2005

If you ask a question during class she makes you feel stupid for not understanding. She does not grade your papers so do not bother asking why she marked ans. wrong.

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MATH251
Dec 22, 2005

this woman is a trip. if you dont understand good luck because half of the time she doesn't either. i asked her for help once she came over said "i dont know" and walked away. if u do ask a ? she happens to know the answer to she makes u feel stupid. dumb class avoid froma

2.0
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GEOMETRY
Jan 1, 2006

Nice but ditzy! Not organized. If you took geom in high school this is simple, a review! Homework although sometimes a lot is easy. Tests are easy but long. I got an A and am not good at math.

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MATH205
Apr 26, 2006

Very nice lady...very helpful... 4 tests but takes off points for minor things but does give partial credit. really sweet lady

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MATH231
Apr 30, 2006

Nice professor. A little fast paced, so pay attention! A lot of work outside of class. Be prepared to do a semester long project and give a presentation on it! Labs are easy, but time consuming.

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MATH205
May 21, 2006

Professor Lustman is a great professor. she has a passion that most professors lack. she wants to see everyone do well, although she doesn't always explain things very clearly. she is a very nice lady! she takes a while to hand things abck though, but i would suggest her!

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MATH231
Sep 10, 2006

She will talk down to you if you don't know what she's talking about. Speaks in Math Language, which I don't understand. It's hell is you don't like math, WHY IS THIS ISH REQUIRED??? Only the math geeks knew what she was talking about. Don't take this class if you don't have to. She's not that bad though.

4.0
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MATH231
Dec 13, 2006

good teacher, explained things to the best of her ability, no final but paper instead that really is no big deal and shell help you with it. very nice lady, a lot of homework but doing it will help you! prob one of the better stat teachers there are.

5.0
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MATH205
Dec 17, 2006

She is soo sweet and is very helpful. HIGLY RECOMMEND!! Tests are a little hard and long but she takes off like no points for getting a whole problem wrong Which def helps ppl that dont do that well in math There are plenty of opportunities to help your grade other than tests couple group projects, which are not as hard as they seem take this clas

5.0
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MATH231
Jan 15, 2007

Very good Stat teacher. Big project for the final at the end of the semester. I did the whole thing in one day and got an A on it. I made A's on every test with minimal studying. If you understand STAT/ MATH concepts, and can keep up with her (she talks fast), then you will do fine in this class. I highly recommend her and would take her again

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MATH205
Apr 24, 2007

Not a bad class. She is kind of rude if you ask a question and don't understand it. I think she expects you to know it immediately. She was nice, though she may seem cold sometimes. Not a very hard class. If you come to class and pay attention, you should be fine.

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MATH231
May 22, 2007

Great teacher! Class is difficult but explains everything and gives you many problems to practice with. Go to the labs because all tests are on the computer. Final is a project she helps you with all semester. Best Stat teacher at towson, or teacher i have taken so far.

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MATH205
Sep 14, 2007

Very impatient if you don't immediately comprehend the material. Moves too quickly through lessons in class. Available during office hours but snippy and impatient.

3.0
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MATH205
Oct 10, 2007

This is a simple class, she is so repetitive and the class is boring. She stands there and asks a question and no one answers because it is boring or no one understands it. The math is too simple, she shows us the material but doesn't effectively help you understand if you don't get it

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MATH205
Nov 29, 2007

the class is so easy. she's usually nice and in a good mood. this class should be no problem.

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MATH231
Dec 15, 2007

I have never understood anything in math until this Mrs Lustman. She has a great passion for stats because she is a researcher in her spare time. She focuses on real world applications, so you use computers to do the math, not by hand. Great if your bad at Algebra. Tests are long but partial credit. She likes meaningful ?'s. Would recomend in a sec

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MATH251
Nov 20, 2008

I LOVED Lustman! She is very nice and is willing to help you individually if needed. The content is really easy and not too much work. No midterm, and the final is a group powerpoint project. Take her!

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MATH205
Nov 20, 2008

sweet lady- she really wants you to do well. tests are straight forward and theres projects for easy points- take her if you can

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MATH205
Nov 21, 2008

She can get the lessons across. If you show up and do the homework, you're sure to ace her exams and do well. Very nice woman, however if you don't like group assignments, this may not be the class for you.

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MATH205
Jan 9, 2009

not bad class. she can be a little cocky at times. attend class and study

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MATH251
Jul 12, 2009

I am taking her class right now, during summer. She goes way too fast, I tell her to slow down. You must attend class or you miss a lot. Both books are required. I would find another teacher for the class. If your kinda slow at math like I am, different professor.

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MATH237
Nov 12, 2009

Biostats was interesting... use computers a lot... do the homework and you will be fine for tests... homework can take some time but nothing impossible... lustman is really nice and willing to work with students.. really interesting learning statistical analysis... project was very interesting to do.. recommend

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MATH237
Jan 3, 2010

I loved biostats! She made it so easy to understand and interesting. Her tests are long but are easy if you do the labs and understand them. I would definitely recommend professor Lustman!!!

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MATH251
Apr 19, 2010

Class was mostly easy, but the professor moves very quickly. All done on a computer program. Sometimes made people feel bad for asking questions. I would take another class with her.

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MATH251
Jul 3, 2010

Not my favorite math course. Very easy material, but the prof presented it at a fast and somewhat jumbled pace. There was a lot of repetitive work, but it was more of an annoyance than it was useful. Group project at the end--PICK A GOOD GROUP. Overall, it was alright, but I hated it from time to time.

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MATH251
Nov 20, 2010

She really knows what she's taking about. The class can get tedious at times, but she's very nice and willing to help when you ask her to.

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MATH251
Nov 29, 2010

She's one of the sweetest teachers! She really wants to see everyone succeed! She does the hw in class. You can sit on facebook the whole time and still get an A. She will work with you if you feel uncomfortable with a test. Easy grader, tests are long but super easy! SHE IS THE WOMAN!

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MATH237
Apr 4, 2011

Not a bad professor, but I personally did not care for her.

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MATH251
May 16, 2011

She is so scatter brained. She had family issues, but I felt like we as a class never caught up. She always changed her mind and we all felt rushed because the material was taught so quickly. The work isn't too hard, but we were often given assignments that felt like busy work and a waste of time. I would recommend another teacher.

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MATH251
May 22, 2011

Take this class with someone else. She had a lot of family issues this semester but she definitely took it out on us. She was gone a lot and made us rush through our work. Also, if you try asking her a question she will make you feel like the most stupid person EVER. she is just not nice at all.

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MATH003
Dec 7, 2011

Avoid this teacher at all costs. She loves to play favorites and will often leave the class early while assigning her 'favorite' students to be in charge of the class. She is so unclear and makes you feel stupid if you are confused. She is an awful teacher overall. I've never felt more lost in a class. DO NOT TAKE HER

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MATH251
Jan 6, 2012

Definitely a very well structured class. While there is more than your fair share of busy work, it still is a relatively good class. The exams are consistent with the course material. I definitely recommend this Geometry class.

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MATH251
Apr 9, 2012

Lustman is nice and pretty easy. She gives you packets on each topic as the class progresses. Homework is only turned in once the packet is finished which you gives you time to play catchup when you need to! She sometimes isn't great at slowing down so pay attention and you'll do fine. One group project, non cumulative final. Take her!

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STAT231
Apr 18, 2012

She goes by everything in class very quickly and once you fall behind its very hard to catch up. However, she is very helpful and is very lenient with the work you need to hand in. For a stat class, she isn't a bad teacher just be prepared to do a lot of work.

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MATH231
Aug 29, 2012

Not really a math person but got an A in this class! Youll have to learn MyItLab and how to work it, along with the mathematics but she does pretty well with explaining and having the 2 books is kind of helpful. 3 tests with formula sheets and a project which she basically walks you through. Dont miss class and youll do well

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MATH251
Dec 12, 2012

She is a great teacher. This class is pretty easy, but you have to do the work for it. Its pretty important that you show up to class, but she doesnt take attendance. It requires you to buy an online program called GSP, but there is no book. She is helpful, and really loves her students to participate.

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MATH251
Apr 29, 2013

The class is a lot of packets and busy work. She doesn't take attendance but if you miss class, you will miss a lot. You have to buy an online program for $9.99. She is really nice and will answer all questions. 3 tests, non cumulative, and 2 final projects. Take her, you will learn a lot.

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BIOL237
May 21, 2013

I liked this class in the end and did learn quite a bit. The teacher is very nice, but can be a little confusing at times, especially when taking notes. However, she's always willing to answer questions and meet with you one on one.

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MATH237
May 21, 2013

The teacher is nice and I did learn quite a bit. She can be a little confusing sometimes, especially when taking notes. She was always willing to answer questions and meet with students.

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MATH251
Oct 6, 2013

I would not recommend her. All you do is a lot of busy work. She does not review the work after it is done and she doesn't really teach so I often feel lost. You just sit on the computer and do the packets. It is ALOT of information to know even though you are not really taught it.

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MATH251
Dec 18, 2013

good clear teacher. assignments are confusing and its easy to get lost in the lectures

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MATH251
Oct 28, 2014

Although attendance is not mandatory in this class, I highly suggest you never miss unless you have to. The notes explain everything. She is a little scattered brain sometimes, but overall not too bad. I actually like math so this class has not been too hard for me. Just pay attention and you should be able to understand the content.

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MATH237
Dec 1, 2014

She can be confusing and tough at times. The great thing about this class is that you don't have a final. NEVER miss a class. She covers a lot of information and if you skip you'll be lost. Just keep on top of her work and you'll be fine.

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251
Dec 2, 2014

Avoid! Very unclear, tests are long and difficult. Does not teach from the textbook or give clear notes to study from. Stubborn, and often times takes off points for things she never explained. Class is long and boring. Obsessed with GSP and does not switch up the lesson plans, to meet all different learning styles. Unreasonable amount of work due.

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MATH251
Feb 11, 2015

The class itself follows a pretty straight-forward outline: packets for each unit and an exam for every 3 units. One group project for the final and a small individual project. In class, she does assignments from the packet that cannot be made up so do not miss class or else you will be behind. She can be rude and is not very helpful.

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MATH251
May 5, 2015

If you know Elementary Geometry concepts, this class is very easy to follow. You know exactly what is expected, and it is seamless to receive a good grade in the class. Anyone that is complaining about the difficulty of this class just doesn't know how to follow simple directions, trust me! Very nice and helpful professor! No book required!

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MATH251
May 20, 2015

Received A- in the class but you have to work for it. Tests are weighted very high compared to the long packets. The tests will take you the whole class period and you may not finish. Not an awful class but I wouldn't recommend taking it unless you have to. You will almost always have homework and it usually took me 2 hoursclass with homework.

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MATH251
Grade: C
May 3, 2016

Heres the deal. Lustman is a hard grader. If you take this class DO THE PACKETS IN FULL SHE COUNTS EVERY LITTLE THING. They are worth so many points and if u mess up even 2 packets your grade will suffer. I figured this out the hard way. Its the end of the semester and I am struggling for a passing grade. Its easy just dont be lazy and do the work

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MATH237
Grade: A+
Jun 24, 2016
Would take again

Literally, just come to class, take notes, do the homework as SOON as it is assigned (don't slack) and participate actively and you will get an A. The material is not hard or overwhelming, but you can't slack just because of that. Currently have a 99% during the summer session. NEVER miss a lecture is right, you can't afford to have to catch up!

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MATH237
Grade: A
Jun 24, 2016
Would take again

Summer - Exams are based on lecture notes and practice problems (mostly practice problems). There are opportunities for extra credit. You MUST buy both the MINITAB workbook (WITH THE CD) and the textbook. Almost all of the homework and exams use these. She's always available for extra help and class passes by quickly if you pay attention.

3.0
4.0
MATH237
Nov 18, 2016
Wouldn't take again

homework is graded for rightness so theres a lot of grades put in and the test are LONG! takes 2 hours to take and they involve using a computer program so if you arnt tech savy you will have trouble

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
2.0
4.0
MATH251
Grade: B-
Nov 21, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This professor was barely available when you needed her, she never responds to emails (even though she reads them), the tests have questions on it that we never talk about, and she never gave us a textbook. None of this class is on paper, it's all done on GSP (computer program) and it is awful. Make sure you have a tutor if you have her, it's hard

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
MATH237
Dec 22, 2016
Would take again

She really wants her students to do well in her class. Goes over tons of example problems in class, and gives out reviews for tests. Really helpful if you go to her office hours. You will need to put in the time and effort, but she is more than happy to meet you halfway. Such a sweet lady!

3.0
4.0
MATH251
Grade: B+
Jan 10, 2017
Wouldn't take again

YOU MUST attend class even though its not mandatory a lot of information is covered in the 2 hours. The test are very difficult, prepping for them is necessary they are weighed heavily compared to the chapter packets. Overall the class is doable, but effort must be put in.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
3.0
MATH237
Apr 20, 2017
Would take again

Professor Lustman is a really nice lady and knows her stuff. Most of your grade will come from homework assignments so make sure you do them! No final exam but instead have a final project which is overall easy. Attendance is not mandatory but its best to go to class because the homework will be difficult if you do not.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
3.0
4.0
MATH237
Grade: C+
Jun 1, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Professor Lustman is very sweet and always there to help. During class, it's very hard to understand the topic because she explains it kind of odd. I suggest to see her during her office hours, they really help.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
4.0
MATH237
Grade: A
Aug 15, 2017
Would take again

Elementary Biostatisitcs is a course that is filled with complex information and formulas, with Dr. Lustman's help and guidance those complex processes and formulas are made friendly and easy to understand . Dr. Lustman was very invested our class and made sure we had everything we needed to do well. I would highly recommend her.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
3.0
4.0
MATH251
Nov 14, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This class is pretty difficult, you definitely have to put in the time and effort if you want an A. The exams are very long and tedious. Lustman is an okay teacher, she goes pretty fast going over lecture in class and if you ask too many questions she seems to get annoyed. I would probably take this class with a different professor if I were you.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
4.0
MATH251
Dec 17, 2017
Would take again

She shows up late pretty consistently. For bigger projects, the instructions/ expectations are really vague. Overall it's a pretty easy class as long as you pay attention and do the work.

5.0
3.0
MATH237
Jan 10, 2018
Would take again

I cant imagine taking this course with a dif. prof & doing as well as I did in Dr. Ls class. She also accommodated me 1x by recording her lecture when I knew I would be absent. She encourages office hours, which I recommend for the term project. Homework takes time, but do them well very easy time studying for her tests. Dont fall behind.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
2.0
MATH251
Grade: A
Mar 16, 2018
Would take again

She is a good teacher and very sweet. In this class you'll have a packet for every unit. She tells you what to study for the tests and if you try hard, you'll get a good grade. I recommend her.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
MATH251
Grade: A-
Jun 2, 2018
Wouldn't take again

There are packets that you will complete for each chapter that will be graded. Her tests are difficult so make sure you ask questions in class or go to her office hours. I don't believe attendance is mandatory but I definitely wouldn't miss a class because then you would miss a lot of material. She often gets frustrated when you ask her questions.

Tough Grader
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
2.0
MATH237
Grade: A-
Aug 5, 2018
Would take again

It takes a while to learn how to use minitab, but she will help you during office hours and always responds to emails. She is a fair grader, and as long as you complete the homework you'll do find on the exams. She is super nice but you have to do your homework. Pretty chill and easy going class overall.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
MATH237
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 1, 2018
Would take again

She is very nice and willing to help if you want it. The class material is very straight forward and there is graded hw almost every class. Only problem is lectures are way too long and boring. she post a lot of them online though

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
3.0
3.0
MATH237
Grade: B-
Dec 20, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Her independent project criteria was unclear. For 15 percent, thats a hell of a gamble.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
MATH237
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2018
Would take again

Lustman is a really nice prof. All lectures are on panapto so u can stay home and just watch them or you can rewatch them to study. Her lecture do get long and boring but she is always willing to help. 3 tests and a final presentation project. NO final exam. Her study guide is just like the exam and the hw are easy if u follow the example in class

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MATH237
Grade: A+
Jan 7, 2019
Would take again

Prof Lustman made this class very simple to follow. All lectures are posted online to panopto or with a pdf of her written notes. 3 in class exams that exactly follow her practice exams, no final exam, & one final project that she walks you through. Lectures were slow sometimes but it is obvious that she cares about the material and the students.

Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
3.0
4.0
MATH237
Nov 16, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She is a very nice person. However, there are three tests and for each I took about thirty notes. There is too much material on each test to pass. There is no final but you have an individual research project. If you are strong in math you should be able to pass but I am not AT ALL and am doing my best.

Lots of homework
Graded by few things
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
MATH251
Grade: C+
Nov 25, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Prof. Lustman is a good teacher and means well. She is effective if you put in enough effort. The class is very homework heavy and assignments were worth upwards of 100 points unexpectedly. She is kind and wants you to learn the material, but class can get long and boring.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
MATH251
Grade: B+
Dec 5, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She teaches using a computer software program that isn't accessible outside of class. You can't view your notes to study off of. The tests are difficult and frustrating because she does not provide adequate feedback. Homework is also worth a lot of points for no reason.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Group projects
3.0
3.0
MATH251
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She does not really like when students ask questions, makes you feel stupid for asking them in the first place. Lots of homework assignments every night. A total of 3 tests and 2 projects. She uses a program that is only available in class which is annoying for homework assignments. Assignments are worth a ton of point for no reason.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
3.0
5.0
MATH237
Grade: D
Jan 27, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Can be kind of intimidating & come off as rude, but isn't that bad. I just struggled a lot w how much H W she gave, & the fact that her grading criteria isn't clear at all. If you communicate w her, she'll understand, but sometimes made me feel dumb for asking questions. She also graded my exam in front of me, & RANDOMLY added/subtracted points!

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MATH251
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 22, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Lustman is all. over. the. place! You get HW every class and you have to print it yourself!! Her grading criteria is never clear. Her explanations are never clear. She hates when students ask questions, you can tell. Overall.. save yourself some stress and DON'T take her class.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
MATH237
Grade: A
May 21, 2020
Would take again

Professor Lustman is a decent professor. She explains the content very well and is always available to help. She can come off as rude when you ask questions though. You will receive homework every class but it's fairly manageable and shouldn't take that long. If you follow the class examples the homework should not be hard at all.

Lots of homework
4.0
4.0
MATH251
Grade: B
Nov 24, 2020
Would take again

Professor Lustman was a kind and understanding person. She always tried to help us and make class as fun as possible. The class was much harder towards the end but only if you do not pay attention. There is classwork due every day after class, and the tests/ quizzes are long. Easy grader.

Accessible outside class
Group projects
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIOL237
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2020
Would take again

Professor Lustman is an AMAZING choice for your Elementary Biostatistics professor. During this entire online semester, I haven't had such an accessible professor like Professor Lustman was. She is willing to meet with you outside of class whenever, and you don't realize how much of a blessing that is until you experience it! She's very kind!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
4.0
4.0
MATH237
Dec 17, 2020
Would take again

I took her for biostatistics for the fall semester and it was okay, the class is worth 4 credits so you really want to fight for a good grade. Homework every night, worth 15% of your grade, 3 exams worth 65% of your grade, lectures are heavy but she posts everything online so that helps ! Theres a project thats worth 15% and its a lot of work!!

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
MATH237
Grade: B
Dec 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is a nice professor, but can be mean when you ask for help, kinda like you are inconveniencing her, the workload isn't too bad, there's a hw assignment every class, tests are pretty difficult (takes people 2 hours) and the software we had to use (minitab) really sucks.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
MATH237
Apr 19, 2021
Would take again

Professor Lustman is an amazing professor. The class itself wasnt hard if youre willing to put the work in. I took her online and she would post every lecture and many examples on blackboard and would also record lectures. Theres homework every class but it really helps when the tests come around because you have examples to go back to. Take her

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
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