3.4

Heath Martin

Mathematics - University of Central Florida

3.4
Quality
3.8
Difficulty
55%
Would Retake
117
Reviews
3.4
Quality
3.8
Difficulty
3.4
Helpful
3.4
Clarity

55%

Would Retake

117

Reviews

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What Students Say

I would look for another professor

MAS3105 - 3.0 rating

This professor is just excellent

MAS3106 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

49%

Textbook Required

7%

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Based on 62 reported grades
A: 15
C: 11
Not sure yet: 10
B: 9
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Test heavy (22)
Lots of homework (22)
Tough grader (19)
Lecture heavy (14)
Graded by few things (9)
Clear grading criteria (8)
Respected (8)
Amazing lectures (7)
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Reviews (117)
5.0
3.0
MAP2313
Mar 27, 2003

No Comments

5.0
2.0
MAC2311
Apr 15, 2003

Good teacher, more than willing to help you out if you have a problem. Tests are hard but I definitely learned a lot in the class.

5.0
1.0
MAS3106
Jun 4, 2003

Great teacher. I am taking another course with him in the Fall. Very willing to help even if it is not during his office hours.

5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Nov 2, 2003

it's not the easiest class in the world but it's calc so what do you expect? he's a great teacher though. very nice and very willing to help.

4.0
4.0
MAC2312
Nov 3, 2003

Granted calc 2 is not an easy course, but this guy is not cut out to teach it. He often makes huge mistakes in the examples were are supposed to learn from and often cannot answer questions about the homework. Instead he'll say "I'll have to get back

2.0
3.0
MAC2312
Nov 5, 2003

Doesn't really know what he's talking about in class... expects us to know material when he does not. Calc II is hard enough, therefore, it deserves a professor who knows how to teach!!!

3.0
2.0
MAC2313
Nov 9, 2003

Has trouble teaching the course, helpful if you go to his office, doesnt seem like he knows the material very well

3.0
4.0
MAC2312
Nov 10, 2003

Does drop, replace, or curve. Descent teacher but doesn't seem to know what he's going to do or say. Told us several times he's "bad with intergals" and seems to say "I don't know" a little too much. That's never a good sign...

3.0
3.0
MAC2312
Nov 10, 2003

he does sometimes not seem as if he knows the material well but unlike other teachers, he does admit it. he's an honest teacher and does try to help at the best of his ability but maybe calc 2 isn't him, he's bad with integrals :P

3.0
3.0
MAC2312
Nov 12, 2003

not a great teacher, but not a horrible teacher. if you failed calc2 before and are taking it again with him...i think you will still be lost.

5.0
3.0
MAC2313
Nov 30, 2003

Great teacher, I dont care what everyone else says. He's very nice guy and always comes prepare. As far as class concern, he knows his stuffs well. Keep up with hws and this will be a worthy A.

3.0
3.0
MAC2313
May 2, 2004

really cute

4.0
4.0
MAS3106
May 3, 2004

Hard to pass with this guy...no heart with grades and NO curves...he is a good teacher in anyhting but applied math.He is a very unfair and no heart kind of person...

4.0
4.0
CALC
Oct 15, 2004

This guy is a hypocrite...he will give you an F no problem even if you are trying hard. But he will keep telling you that you are doing fine, until you find out you got an F...he is also not fair at all...he has his favorites and that's how it goes!

4.0
5.0
CALCIII
Oct 22, 2004

great at teaching, but his tests are friggin insane, he doesn't work out the tests before hand so if the answer does not exist "thats what hes looking for" tests your algebra more than calc

2.0
5.0
MAC3213
Oct 30, 2004

He even admits he doens't knwo what he's doing and we could find a Calc 1 student to help more than he can. He'll put a question on the board and not be able to comeplete it himself. Then, at test time, he takes the hardest questions for each secton. Take an easier teacher!

4.0
5.0
MAC2313
Dec 7, 2004

His tests are very difficult, and he doesn't ever balance them with HW, drop lowest score, final exam replaces low score, etc. What you get is what you get, and the tests are very difficult. However, he is an awesome teacher, a good lecturer, and a nice guy. He's a good teacher but it's a hard class

4.0
5.0
MAC2313
Dec 16, 2004

good teacher, explains very well but tests are really hard and there is no curving/extra points, no tests dropped etc....sometimes grading is off and you can get extra points if you talk out test questions with him.

1.0
5.0
MAC2313
Dec 17, 2004

He can't teach, he can't do the problems himself, then he uses the most difficult problems on the tests. If he doesn't have the answer in front if his face, even he can't do the work! Says he gives partial credit on problems but I haven't seen any. Very condescending if you don't understand.

2.0
5.0
MAC2313
Jan 6, 2005

He has absolutly no idea what he's doing! He makes so many mistakes while doing problems, it's hard to know which is right and which isn't. His tests have nothing to do with the homework or problems worked in class. Be prepared to find outside help or you'll fail.

5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Mar 5, 2005

Dr. Martin is a good teacher, very clear, and goes slowly to make sure everyone is on track, and he checks so after each step of the problems he does on the board. But he is a VERY HARSH grader on tests. If you study, you should be okay. And he knows when you're not in class.

3.0
5.0
MAC2311
Apr 1, 2005

He is a very nice guy. He tries to make sure you understand what is going on but his tests are so ridiculously hard. He puts problems on there that you would never expect to be on the test. Do all the homework twice and do all the questions he doesn't assign. If you have him, GOODLUCK

5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A
Apr 18, 2005

His Calc 3 students are right- he does make a lot of mistakes when he's doing works. But he speaks CLEAR English! But his tests are WAY too hard. Quizzes aren't bad though. Just go to him for help, and you should be fine. But STUDY and do the homework.

3.0
4.0
LINEARALGEBRA
Sep 22, 2005

he is an excellent teacher...but his tests are HARD...he is also a hypocryte...he will smile at you and be nice all semester...he'll even tell you that you are doing ok...until he gives you a D...he also does not reward students that work hard...Good luck if you take him...

4.0
3.0
MAC2311
Nov 7, 2005

His teaching is pretty clear, but he moves at a pace that may be difficult for some first timers to grasp. His test are pretty good, just make sure you know the notes, and don't make stupid mistakes. He's one of the better Calc teackers (from what I heard of others)

5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Nov 22, 2005

Dr. Martin is a great professor. He is very helpful and clear. He always answers anyone's question before he moves on to the next subject. His tests aren't easy but if you understand the material then you'll be fine.

5.0
4.0
MAC2311
Dec 9, 2005

You MUST keep up with the assignments for you to even have a chance for a decent grade. Dr. Martin is great at lecturing and does have concern for students. Exams are very difficult if you don't do homework...so do everything twice if possible, even the online HW.

5.0
4.0
MAC2311
Mar 3, 2006

This guy is incredibly nice, really helpful, and an all-around good guy. BUT HOLY CRAP HIS TESTS ARE IMPOSSIBLE. I thought I was doing quite well based on his disposition and overall friendliness. I ended up with no credit. BEWARE of this guy, he's a tricky one!

4.0
5.0
MAC2312
Mar 9, 2006

all the posting on here are very true. He is a nice guy and very well spoken. He makes calc 2 seem easy when he lectures, but when the tests come around this class is a nightmare. You HAVE to study and memorize any and all forms of every problem. It's kinda like dr. jekyl and mr. hyde. BEWARE!

5.0
3.0
MAC2312
May 20, 2006

This guy is AMAZING when it comes to giving organized notes--very straightforward! Tests ARE amazingly difficult, but all of the questions basically come from the assigned book homework (sometimes from once a week online ilrns too). Go to class to learn the basics, and do homework for in-depth understanding. Ask questions--he will help!

5.0
4.0
MAP3105
Nov 18, 2006

This guy is awesome at explaining things. Go to every class. As everyone else said, his tests are really difficult. Make sure you understand all the proofs and make sure you review the homework right after he assigns it.

4.0
3.0
MAS3105
Nov 27, 2006

Difficult class for minor, must do hw, don't fall behind! Doesn't curve or drop any test/quiz. Go to class and take all notes! Fair material on tests, but hard to finish in time. Know definitions and proofs! Speaks English :-) I have a 3.9 GPA and am expecting a B.

2.0
5.0
MAC2313
Apr 26, 2007

only good about him is that he speaks english...everything else he pretty much sucks in. DONT TAKE HIM!!!!

3.0
5.0
MAS4301
Nov 29, 2007

He seems quite clear during his lectures, but on his exams, the questions can be pretty difficult, even though he says that they're "straightforward". I did not do well on the exams even after studying hard for them. Also, there is no reason for him to make the exams in a way that we can't finish them on time.

4.0
5.0
MAC2311
Jan 2, 2008

avoid this guy at all costs. there are easier teachers out there. quizzes are a breeze. the tests.. not so much. DO NOT TAKE.

5.0
4.0
MAC2312
Apr 20, 2008

This guy is not easy, then again calc 2 is not easy. We had a huge drop rate in our class, started with 53 ended with about 17. But, if your willing to do homework and try, this is one of the best professors you can get. The tests are hard, the quizzes are easy, but study for both. I had him at 7:30am, and ill probally end up with a B... worth it

4.0
4.0
MAC2312
Apr 24, 2008

His tests are really hard...He grades tough and gives close to no partial credit....examples in class and quizzes are really easy but then tests come around and he gives stuff that I've never seen before... I got 98% in Calc I..here I hope I get a 'C'. The highest grade in class is a B. 65% of the class dropped the class. If possible dont take him

1.0
5.0
MAS3105
May 23, 2008

I have had this teacher for several classes and he was my favorite math prof. I say this as a graduated math major! This guy is the real thing...if you can handle work! Very understanding, but only if you're honest...but don't go to him two days before an exam and tell him you're stuck unless you've worked very hard. He can spot a slacker!

5.0
5.0
MAS3105
May 23, 2008

I have had this teacher for several classes and he was my favorite math prof. I say this as a graduated math major! This guy is the real thing...if you can handle work! Very understanding, but only if you're honest...but don't go to him two days before an exam and tell him you're stuck unless you've worked very hard. He can spot a slacker!

4.0
5.0
MAC2312
May 4, 2009

Dr. Martin was good professor. He made Calculus II seem easy in his lectures and quizzes. But, his exams were too long and difficult. He was available three times a week during his office hours, and was always willing to help. If you are willing to work extremely hard, I would recommend taking him. If not, try to find someone else a bit easier.

3.0
5.0
MAC2312
May 27, 2009

Like everyone else has said, quizzes and lectures are easy. He's very helpful and will clarify any questions you may have. Tests are not like the homework, they're much harder and sometimes i've seen questions he's never went over. You'll have to work really hard to do well in this class.

3.0
5.0
MAC2312
Nov 7, 2009

starts the first day of class telling us at least half of you are going to fail! Yeah that probably should have been If you really love math, then this is your man. But if you only have to take this class to meet a requirement, then take a different teacher. Quizzes were easy, test bloody difficult. Usually puts stuff on the test we did not cover.

5.0
5.0
MAC2312
Feb 13, 2010

Probably the most rigorous prof in the math dept but if your interested in learning this is the prof for you. He is not an easy grader and his tests are far more difficult then in book problems but you learn far more/and more in depth than other sections of the class.

5.0
4.0
MAS4301
Mar 9, 2010

Dr. Martin knows how to make a difficult class more manageable. He does a great job at explaining concepts and is always willing to clarify. Overall awesome professor!

5.0
3.0
MAS4302
Mar 25, 2010

Best professor in Math department, hands down. Explanations are clear, board use is organized, time is well-managed. He's very forgiving.

1.0
4.0
MAS2312
Nov 7, 2011

He doesn't care about students and is unhelpful at best when being asked questions. Take someone else.

1.0
5.0
MAS3105
Dec 20, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He doesn't teach examples. He just explains theorems and concepts. Sometimes the hw covers topics that he hasn't explained yet. He doesn't like to answer questions from the hw. Take someone else!!

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
4.0
3.0
MAC2313
Grade: A+
Jan 8, 2017
Would take again

Great Professor that explains material in a very comprehensible manner. He has helpful review classes before the tests. He gives weekly in class quizzes. Tests can be tough but calc 3 is tough by nature.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
MAC2313
Grade: C
Jan 9, 2017
Would take again

Good teacher. He encourages everyone to asks questions, his lectures are very neat, organized, and he gives you plenty of time to copy down the notes. Don't ask him what's going to be on the test though, he doesn't like it when his students ask him that lol

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
4.0
5.0
MAS4301
Grade: B+
Feb 13, 2017
Would take again

He's one of the few upper level math prof that can pace material taught for the class perfectly. Make sure you look up practice exams for your class to get used to seeing a variety of question, since his test are difficult and barely has problems from hw. Make 100% sure you understand all cases and concepts of each chapter.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
MAS3105
Grade: A+
Mar 6, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Martin does an amazing job pacing his class and he seems to genuinely care about his students. He knew everyone that attended class by their first name and if you study and ask questions, his MAS 3105 class is fairly easy. He is fair and consistent about homework and I highly recommend NOT skipping this class to get into MAS 3106.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
MAS3105
May 8, 2017
Wouldn't take again

A lot of times when asked a question he responds with "I'm not an expert on - 'insert topic (i.e. complex numbers)' and thats a really good question but I'm not sure of the answer to it". I found lectures to be extremely dry but I know most math classes are. I would look for another professor.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
5.0
MAS3105
Nov 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

To whom this may concern , facts continued Quizzes about 8 given the course term; exams 3 , 60% , so 20% each ; definetly not a true mathematician, speaking from experience, had well rounded professors, regardless of subject expertise ; a walking textbook ; does not care for the student ; truly not a good professor ; seems nice but is truly not

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
MAS3106
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 3, 2017
Would take again

This professor is just excellent. His lectures are very/enjoyable and he really sticks to the axiomatic teaching style the class is based around. I really respect the way he was careful with his notation/wording. His tests/quizzes are not hard. All he tests on is if you have a at least a general idea of the concepts. He is very generous with grades

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
MAP2302
Aug 1, 2018
Wouldn't take again

You may think he's nice but appearances can be deceiving. It was his 1st time teaching DiffEq and that was his excuse for not knowing the answers to many of our questions. We were given 90 min to complete a 2 hr+ exam. Pretty sure if he took the exam himself he wouldn't be able to finish it in the allotted time either. Lectures are a waste of time.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
MAS3105
Nov 13, 2018
Would take again

Took Linear and Matrix Algebra with Dr. Martin. He comes to class and gets right to lecturing, wasting little time on anything else. He moves fast, but is always able to answer student questions. Weekly quizzes and a good amount of homework. If you do good on those, you'll be fine for the exams. Would recommend

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
4.0
MAS3105
Dec 7, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Hard grader, will take off points whenever possible. Quizzes are worth more than homework, which there is a lot to do. Tests are 80% plug and chug algorithms, the other 20% is know every single theorm and rule of matrices. If you need to take an elective for CS, avoid this class, take Stats 2 since it's actually easy and doesn't require much.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
3.0
4.0
MAS3106
Grade: B
Mar 5, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Martin explains the abstract concepts in this class really well. He expects you to know the material well, so expect challenging test questions. Go to his office hours!! He will help you with HW questions, critique proofs, and go over anything you didn't quite get in class.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
MAS3105
Jun 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Martin is a caring professor who wants to see his students succeed, but he will not grade 'easily' to do so. His tests and quizzes can be pretty difficult, and he does not check the problems first before giving them on tests. This can result in some pretty crazy problems. He seems to disagree with the textbook a lot, so go to class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
MAS3106
Grade: C
Dec 4, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Martin is very inspired and has a clear passion for the material. It's a treat to learn something so fundamental to math from someone so experienced in this specific field. He gives clear templates for how proofs should be written, is very precise in his lectures, and gives concrete expectations. Don't miss class!

Graded by few things
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
3.0
MAS3105
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 2, 2020
Would take again

Great lecturer, straight forward approach to teaching and clear expectations. 20% is 8 quizzes and Homework, 80% is 4 Exams. Online homework, accessible outside of class and understanding if respectfully approached.

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
MAS3106
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 10, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Martin does a great job teaching both linear algebra and proofwriting. He works hard to make sure students understand the material, and he makes his expectations clear. He is very accessible if you need help, whether it be through his office hours or by email. For those taking him for Summer 2020, his online lectures are asynchronous.

Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: A
Aug 27, 2020
Would take again

Superb lecturer. The way he presents the material will leave you with excellent notes to refer to. Very accessible outside class via office hours and email. Answers questions in and out of class with precision and efficiency. Teaches and stresses good fundamentals in the beginning, which makes the later topics not as difficult. Highly recommend.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He has good lectures, but most of your practice will come from online homework software which we all know isn't the best. He does not give any form of other practice before tests. He grades tough, taking up to half the entire questions credit off for a simple arithmetic mistake, which are easy to make in this course, since he does it often himself.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: C
Dec 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He posts lecture vids, they're pretty dry and only gives you a general idea of what to expect on exams: make sure to grind those HW questions. Strict grader who won't be lenient about taking off points. Exams aren't bad but some questions are longer than they need to be, so learn to work fast. Nice guy, but an okay prof at best if you get him.

Lots of homework
Caring
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: D
Mar 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I do not recommend taking this man. You can do well on the quizzes and homework, the exams are basically nothing like it, you barely have enough time to complete the exams, and the exams and final are worth 85% of your grade total, and he doesn't even drop or replace any of them. He takes off points for the tiniest things. Don't take him.

Tough grader
2.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 31, 2021
Would take again

Professor pre-records lecture videos that are usually enough to do HW/Quizzes. There is some misalignment between the content he teaches and what he asks of you on a test, and he doesn't provide any form of test review. This class is meant to be tough and I was expecting a difficulty curve, but his exams feel partially unfair.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 7, 2021
Would take again

I took this class online during the pandemic. It was asynchronous aside from exams which had to be taken during class time. He is nice, wants to help, and responds to emails quickly. No test reviews, and he doesn't comment on what will be on them. However, exams have felt fair, but challenging. You have to have a conceptual understanding of content

Accessible outside class
Graded by few things
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR. Youd think during covid times hed be a little more sympathetic but hes not. Tests worth 85% of your grade, he doesnt curve, drop low quiz grades, or drop low test grades. No study guide or review packet, so youre left in the dust about the material on the test.

Test heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
COP3502
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I will admit, Professor Martin does amazing lectures. However, this class is VERY test heavy; there are four exams during the duration of the course including the final exam, and they count as 85% of your grade. You don't get a lot of time to complete them, and there's no study guide to prepare you for any of the questions.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
MAS3105
Grade: B
Jul 3, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The course is test heavy. Homework is on standard WebAssign. There were no live lectures; only pre-recorded ones. There was some disconnect between what was on the lectures vs. what was tested. I tried learning from the textbook to combat this but still wasn't able to get a stellar score on the tests. He's much better than Mr. Islas at least.

Test heavy
1.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 9, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Professor Martin makes this class harder than necessary; if you can't solve a 5x3 matrix along with two other questions in less than five minutes, even if you know how to solve them, you may be screwed. If you are a slow learner, or otherwise consider yourself one, get accomodations beforehand or avoid this professor if possible. He deserves a 0.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MAS3105
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2021
Would take again

One of the best professors I've had at UCF. His lecture material is very organized in a logical way that makes it easy to take notes and retain the info. Quizzes and Tests are not any more difficult than homework problems. This class uses the Pearson online homework platform that gives you unlimited tries to get them all right.

Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2021
Would take again

Really great professor. Content was a little challenging, and there was either a weekly quiz or an exam. Do the homework, it at least helps your grade and you can redo all questions. Quizzes help prepare you for the test. Lots of people skipped one day a week and I don't know how/if they passed. No extra credit or curve. But loved the prof!

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 8, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Martin is a truly good teacher. However, he is a tough grader. He will take half of the question's points if you don't use the proper notation, even if you get to the right answer. Time is an issue on quizzes and tests. You are expected to reduce and multiply matrices without a calculator very quickly. Tiny mistakes will be severely punished.

Graded by few things
Amazing lectures
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MAS3105
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Martin really tries to help his students out. He has very clear, detailed lectures, though they are long. Three exams and weekly quizzes, but the questions are no harder than in-class examples. Great experience!

Amazing lectures
Respected
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
MAS3105
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 28, 2022

Dr. Martin makes this class very oppressive. Talks too quickly and teaches like your a math wiz while expecting you to solve matrices almost perfectly in the short time he gives for tests and quizzes. Very punishing to make small mistakes with him and doesn't drop or replace any grades but the hw which is pointless. Unforgiving class. Dont take him

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: B
May 5, 2022
Would take again

Teaches in a very organized way, making it easy to take great notes. Learns your name if you come every day (which you rly should). Final was very fair esp if you study the 3 midterm exams. Overall great at explaining concepts and does step by step examples. Would've given a 5 but some exam questions were rly tricky and tests were 85% of your grade

Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
MAS3106
Grade: A
May 11, 2022
Would take again

Brilliant guy, great lecturer. Doesn't require a textbook but the homework problems are in there so you'll probably need it. Homework wasn't collected but he'll grade it if you ask. Great office hours. 4 exams and biweekly quizzes on the material If you're a math major and want to get good at proofs, take Dr. Martin!

Amazing lectures
Respected
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
MAS3105
Grade: C
Dec 4, 2022

He makes matrix and linear algebra unnecessarily hard gives problems that take way too long to compute on the exam. Every answer ends up in unnecessarily complex fractions and calculators are not allowed. The lectures are overcomplicated and barely have any useful examples so you are better off studying from the textbook.

Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
MAS3105
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2022
Would take again

A fairly strict professor but he explained content very thoroughly and stuff on the exams were very clear of what would be on them due to the prior reviews and for the final, studying the midterms helped a great deal. Seems tough but one of the best non-personality based professors I've taken.

Participation matters
Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: C
Dec 12, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Martin is a great professor. His lectures were always interesting and easy to follow in my opinion. But do not take this class easy. Show up to class, do homeworks, attend office hours, and STUDY. Tests are not easy and require a lot of preparation, so be ready to work. Definitions, arithmetic, and procedures are important for passing exams.

Tough grader
Participation matters
4.0
5.0
MAS3105
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Martin is a great professor, but you have to study a lot outside of class. If you want an easy A for matrix and linear, don't take Dr. Martin. However, I do plan on taking him again in the future because he provided me with a solid introduction to linear algebra. He also responds to messages quickly. He is a strict grader though, so be careful.

Tough grader
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
2.0
4.0
MAS3105
Grade: C
Apr 20, 2023

He's a nice guy but the homework are very long and don't match up what's gonna be on the tests. He spends too much of class time going over definitions and proving theorems instead of doing practice problems so we know what to do. Not my fave.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
2.0
5.0
MAS3106
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 13, 2023

He is extremely nice and intelligent professor, but I feel his lectured didn't aligned with what he tests students on. He focus so so much in definitions and proper way to write math instead of giving clear examples of what he is going to test on. The tests were completing different or it was hard to prepare for since there wasn't clear examples.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MAS3106
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 13, 2023

I do not recommend taking this professor, because this class is graded very harshly with little/no feedback before examinations, lectures have very little relevance to what is tested, and my time would have been spent better only learning from the textbook. Dr. Martin is a nice guy and very intelligent, but I won't take a class with him again.

Tough grader
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
MAP3105
Dec 16, 2023

Professor puts students down when they have questions in class super defensive with a smile on his face. Poor teaching style.

5.0
3.0
MAS3105
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 19, 2024
Would take again

Very managable homework, tests are about 80% of the total grade but are very fair. He is never out to get you. He may seem a little stand off-ish at first but he cares about developing a rapport with his students. By far the best math professor I have ever had at UCF. His lectures make the class feel intuitive. He learns everyones name too.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
MAS3106
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 3, 2024

His lectures are decent but his attendance policy is draconian and he is very condescending to the point I was too afraid to ever ask questions. Will not be taking a class with this professor again.

Graded by few things
1.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Nov 11, 2024

Pros: -,, none Cons: - extremely condescending - constantly behind the other lectures and the recitation, as well as the knewton alta assignments - assigns 3-5 assignments every week with each assignment taking at the very least 2 hours on average - literally everyone in recitation says to watch the other prof's lectures

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
MAC2311
Nov 16, 2024

His lectures were easy to understand but the a lot of the tests questions came from the textbook. Its not an easy A or B, however the class has a built in curve so that putting in the effort will allow you to get somewhere. He was alright but be prepared for the first exam. Read the textbook if you want to pass

Get ready to read
4.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2024
Would take again

Despite what other ratings say, I thought Dr. Martin was a great professor. There was about 2-3 hours of homework and 2 hours of MALL time a week but I feel it prepared me well for the exams and recitations. Test content was definitely challenging but doable if you study. Overall, just study and watch the lectures and you will pass.

Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2024
Would take again

Exams and quizzes are tough. Put in the work and you will succeed.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: C+
Dec 5, 2024
Would take again

Great professor. explains things very clearly.

5.0
3.0
MAS4732
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2024
Would take again

First time UCF offered this course, he did a great job on covering relevant material to prepare anyone who may want to go into Algebraic Geometry in graduate pursuit of mathematics. He's extremely kind and he also encourages students to ask questions.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Jan 11, 2025
Would take again

In lectures he very concisely explained the concepts and gave lots of examples to make sure you have a thorough understanding. I do dislike, though, that the tests we were given weren't based on any problems you'd see prior. Not impossible to do, but hard. There are plenty of resources to help you if you're struggling like the MALL or SI lessons!

5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A+
Feb 22, 2025
Would take again

can watch lectures online, in person, or as recordings, which are essential to understanding the content. However, he makes his lectures entertaining and explains concepts very clearly. This course requires MALL hours but it's a good way to complete the weekly Knewton Alta homework.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
3.0
5.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Apr 2, 2025

Just be prepared to be stressed at all times tbh.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
MAC2311
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2025
Would take again

he's a good professor, no exams can be dropped. tips to get an A: do the weekly practice that is posted on canvas, calc is easy just try to understand the step by step, watch some YouTube videos, take your time in the mall to understand the topics, and practice a lot. The class grade is based on points, I think that an 85% would get you an A.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
2.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: B-
Apr 20, 2025

The class isn't impossible to pass but he didn't make it easy. His lectures are very dragged out, 4 assignments each week, and he is also very condescending, the tests are unnecessarily hard and there's no curve or extra credit to help you, attendance is mandatory and he's strict about it too.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
May 1, 2025
Would take again

ur grade is largely dependent on the tests. there's a lot of homework and mall hours suck. definitely make sure to stay involved, go to the tutor sessions, and follow along in the lectures and recitation. good luck soldier…

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
3.0
3.0
MAC2313
May 2, 2025

Expect 2–4 homework assignments and 1 quiz weekly. Lectures are whiteboard-style and organized, but the professor lacks an encouraging tone, is overly critical, and can seem condescending. Drops lowest 5 HWs and 2 quizzes. Exam review sheets help narrow what to know for tests. Attendance is graded and quizzes are in the first 20 minutes.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
3.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: B+
May 6, 2025
Would take again

Average professor who loves calculus. Lectures are long but helpful. Points-based grading: attendance, homework, quizzes, MALL, recitation, exams. Midterms/final manageable if you study. Only need 84% for an A. Just don't miss easy points throughout!

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
May 7, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Martin was a great lecturer just kind of long and boring but helpful. The only thing I did not like was how the TA in your lab section grades all of your quizzes and tests. My TA was a very harsh grader while some of my roommates had very easy TA's. Online homework every week but it is super helpful in practicing the stuff you learn.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
MAC2313
Grade: C
May 9, 2025
Would take again

dr martin is a great prof that i wish i could take for all my math classes. my advice is try to do really good on the first exam as the exams get harder throughout the semester imo. dr martin could be a bit more kind to students, but at the end of the day he is there to make sure students really understand the material, and he does that well.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A
Jun 24, 2025
Would take again

He was pretty good, he proofs a lot but he's a great professer

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
2.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Oct 7, 2025

Dr. Martin is an okay lecturer and does care about making sure students understand him, but the quizzes and tests are a whole different beast. Test/quiz questions are so much harder than what he shows in lectures. Do the homework questions, go to the SI review sessions, and get all the easy points (MALL hours, hw) you can get if you want to pass.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: C+
Oct 25, 2025

Lectures were okay, but not at all indicative of the tests and homework. Doesn't always give the most clear answers when you have a question.

5.0
3.0
CALC
Grade: A
Nov 19, 2025
Would take again

My favorite professor.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
2.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: C
Nov 29, 2025

Expect 4-7 homework assignments a week. Grades are point based. Tests are harder than anything he teaches in lectures and your grade is pretty reliant on your test scores. No extra credit is offered and attendance is graded. There are weekly quizzes and very early morning recitation sessions that are mandatory to attend.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
2.0
MAC2311
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2025
Would take again

Very lecture-heavy professor and pretty boring. The exams were pretty easy if you did the HW and went to the recitations. This professor isn't anything special.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: C
Dec 3, 2025

Do NOT take this class. He is horrible, his lectures make almost no sense, his handwriting is unreadable. Lectures are not uploaded so you can't go back to look at anything. Attendance is graded and the overall class grade isn't even the percentage showed on canvas, it's based off point. He also teaches like you already know the content.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
MAC2311
Grade: C
Dec 3, 2025

Didn't teach well

1.0
5.0
MAC2312
Grade: C
Dec 8, 2025

His lectures are very hard to follow mainly because they are boring and he makes a lot of mistakes per question. His midterms are very hard (C-D Test average) and sometimes have no correlation to the homework he assigns. There are no extra credit opportunity and he won't round up your grade (as mentioned through his syllabus).

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MAC2312
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

Good professor that is passionate about math. Lectures are mandatory and you will fail if you do not attend. Quiz every Friday that is relatively easy, drops the lowest 2. Very helpful office hours and overall the best math professor I have had.

Lecture heavy
3.0
2.0
MAC2311
Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2025

His lectures were pretty bad main material isn't taught until after 50 min after he goes over a long ahh proof, he then does ez examples and then for the Friday recitations, it is like 100x harder, knewton alta HW is super annoying gives very hard questions and makes you use a calculator(no calc course btw), it is pretty ez to get a A(like 85%)

5.0
4.0
MAC2312
Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2025
Would take again

2-3 homework assignments a week (these were awful due to the computer program used), one quiz a week (lowest two dropped at end of semester), 3 midterms and a final (final replaces lowest midterm grade if higher). I enjoyed Dr. Martin's teaching style, very traditional in-depth lectures with a focus on fundamentals. Would take again if possible.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
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