3.7

Irene Palacios

Mathematics - Grossmont College

3.7
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
53%
Would Retake
160
Reviews
3.7
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
3.8
Helpful
3.7
Clarity

53%

Would Retake

160

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Took this class for summer

MATH160ONLINE - 4.0 rating

Online class: She is a nice lady but her lectures online were sooo boring, she constantly repeated herself and it took 2 hours to cover 1/2 worth of material

MATH160 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

73%

Textbook Required

70%

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Based on 37 grades
Most common grades:
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A (7)
A+ (6)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 44 reported grades
A-: 11
A: 7
A+: 6
Not sure yet: 4
Common Tags
Lots of homework (19)
Test heavy (10)
Participation matters (7)
Lecture heavy (7)
Tough grader (7)
Get ready to read (6)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (5)
Clear grading criteria (5)
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Ratings by Course

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Difficulty by Course

110

5.0

MATH8915

5.0

ONLINEMATH160

4.5

MATH160ONLINE

4.1

MATH180CALC

4.0

Reviews (160)
5.0
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MATH105
Nov 25, 2002

didnt get the grade i wanted; but, i like her anyway

5.0
4.0
MATH110
Nov 26, 2002

she isn't rude to you if you're not good at math! she helps!

5.0
3.0
MATH178
Dec 14, 2002

Very Helpful, 4 test & 1 cum. final, h.w. are odd and can copy back of book

4.0
2.0
MATH178
Dec 21, 2002

tests are short, but each prob is worth 15 pts, gives review test, lots of H/W.

5.0
1.0
MATH160
Dec 31, 2002

Take her.. More extra credit available than you'll ever need.

5.0
3.0
MATH160
Feb 28, 2003

Great Teacher, Take her class, she really cares!

5.0
2.0
STATISTICS
Apr 10, 2003

No Comments

5.0
2.0
MATH160
May 31, 2003

she is a good and fair teacher. take her class.

5.0
1.0
STATS
Jun 13, 2003

she is a jewel. she goes th e extra mile or longer to help you understand. she is great and most of all a fair teacher. he is nice with a easy temperment. take her

4.0
2.0
MATH160
Jun 24, 2003

TAKE HER...she cares and one of the best i've ever had....BUT make sure do the HW...it'll help you a great deal!

4.0
4.0
STATISTICS
Jul 2, 2003

She should switch to the text Dr.Chow uses. Very curteous.

1.0
5.0
MATH110
Aug 29, 2003

This was the worst teacher ever. She is anal and very unhelpful.

2.0
5.0
MATH160
Sep 9, 2003

I dont know why these people like her so much, she uses the worst text book, and she is very booring. You also have to spend ass loads of time in the math study center cause homework and quizes are proctored.... she is very irritable

5.0
1.0
MATH178
Nov 3, 2003

Great teacher. If people rate her low it's because they are lazy. You have to do homework and attend class then it's an easy A after that. I have taken Math 178 and 160. Take her.

5.0
2.0
STATS160
Nov 17, 2003

Very sweet lady and VERY good at teaching-she cares for her students' success and does everything possible to see them succeed. Very helpful.

4.0
2.0
MATH160
Dec 16, 2003

Best math teacher I've taken so far. For every chapter, she'll give you chances to get extra credit. Do the work and you'll get an easy A.

5.0
1.0
MATH160
Dec 24, 2003

MRs. Palacios is the best teacher ever. I never thought i could like statistics. But wow, i actually enjoyed her class. She's an excellent teacher who is willing to make the time and help her students. She cares about her studnets. She's a happy person.

5.0
3.0
STATISTICS
Mar 2, 2004

Very helpful and understanding

5.0
3.0
MATH160
Apr 17, 2004

She is a very nice lady who is willing to help. She gives you the notes for each chapter plus she gives you extra credit. To get a good grade you need to do h/w because there are multiple quizzes. all in all she is one of the best math teachers i've had.

4.0
4.0
MATH160
May 14, 2004

I do not like her teaching style. She doesn't always understand the questions people are asking so she spends a lot of time on explaining things that seems irrelevant. She is VERY helpful if you go to her with questions or problems.

4.0
3.0
MATH160
May 16, 2004

She is just an okay teacher but definitely very helpful. There's a lot of homework. There are a lot of quizzes and tests, but she does let you use notes on most of them.

5.0
2.0
MATH110
May 25, 2004

This teacher is very anal!!! She also doesnt seem to like girls. Her teaching style is great, there is a lot of homework quizes and class work, but they are easy. On exams she gives partial credit even if you get in wrong and tried. Nice if you need help.

5.0
3.0
MATH178
Jun 1, 2004

A challenging class!! Make sure to come to EVERY lecture, cause she hands out 5pt classworks every lecture. She also gives about 40pts extra credit. Her tests are tricky and so is her final. Shes very helpful outside of class though. I learned a lot.

5.0
4.0
MATH160
Jul 13, 2004

She is very thorough in explaining how to do statistics. She makes sure everyone understands before she moves on, which is great. She is a great teacher. There is kind of a lot of homework and quizzes but they prepare you for tests.

5.0
3.0
CALC
Jul 28, 2004

SUPERB!!! Stats and calc are not easy subjects to beging with, but with her she makes it really easy! Take her and if you're willing to give at least half of youself in doing some of the work, then you will pass or maybe get even an A!

5.0
3.0
MATH110
Sep 29, 2004

No-nonsense teacher. Classes are structured and every minute is put to use. She is patient and fair and lets you do extra credit computer work. She makes her self available for extra help. I highly recommend her!!

1.0
5.0
MATH160
Grade: A
Oct 17, 2004

MY WORST PROF. EVER! NOT HELPFUL AND VERY SNOOTY. FAILED ME BY 2 POINTS, WHICH HELD ME BACK FROM TRANSFERING TO SDSU FOR ANOTHER YEAR! DON'T TAKE HER CLASS. SHE DOESN'T EVEN REVIEW THE ASSIGNMENT & HOMEWORK.

2.0
4.0
MATH180
Nov 29, 2004

Very hard teacher! Must show up to EVERY class or you will be flunked. Doesn't know her calculus very well and doesn't take any excuses.

5.0
2.0
MATH160
Nov 29, 2004

No Comments

3.0
3.0
MATH120
Dec 1, 2004

Anyone taken her online stats course??

5.0
1.0
MATH160
Dec 20, 2004

Lets you use notes on every quiz and test. Prepares notes for you. Very easy... I never studied and I got an A.

4.0
3.0
MATH160
Dec 26, 2004

Took class online. Online you need to be able to figure things out for yourself for most part because communication is slow at times. helpful and understands this isn't easy class. allowed cheat sheets for oncampus exams. Use previous exams on webpage to study for oncampus exams, are Very similar.

5.0
1.0
MATH160ONLINE
Jan 25, 2005

Easy class for anyone who is comfortable with math and can learn by themselves. Teacher was great whenever needed. Participate and don't fall behind and all will go well.

4.0
4.0
MATH180
Mar 31, 2005

she is a nice teacher..but hard..

2.0
4.0
MATH180CALC
Apr 4, 2005

I failed it already once and might fail again. Her test are VERY different than last semesters and than the study sheets. Her quizes are different depending on where you sit in her class and some are very easy and some are very hard. I wish after this class is over I never see her a again.

2.0
4.0
MATH160
Apr 8, 2005

Disorganized (her handouts are never xeroxed correctly, and she never proofs them first) bad hybrid approach of online homework and lecture. Cannot answer a 'why' question to save her life, routinely flat-out lies about quiz and test questions.

2.0
3.0
MATH160
Apr 12, 2005

all of the homework is online, and does not prepare you for her tests. that doesn't make any sense to me but that is what you get with her. her notes and class copies are wrong all the time. find someone else to teach you.

2.0
4.0
ONLINEMATH160
May 9, 2005

I took the course so that I can do it all from home, but she wants you to go on campus and take 3 exams on a Saturday! That defeats the whole purpose of an online course! I dropped her before I failed.

3.0
4.0
MATH180
May 20, 2005

She is a good teacher. she teaches from the baic. but...tests are so hard...My grade is A but..I spend a lot of time for this class...If you are looking for easy teacher...Do not take this class...take JENNY class....

3.0
4.0
MATH180
May 24, 2005

Well I've never not passed a class until I took her class. She keeps attendance every class and counts tardies. The lecture is very straight forward and not much insight is given. Nice teacher, difficult class.

5.0
4.0
MATH160
May 26, 2005

She is a great teacher, very helpful. she explains everything well and hands out notes. if you show up to every class it will be very easy to make an A.

2.0
5.0
MATH178
May 27, 2005

Sorry palacios but you need to actually THINK before you write things up on the board. She loses herself constantly and has to restart lectures over again. Tests and quizzes are far too difficult for how she teaches. I will put it this way. End of the semester... 30 students... 3 passed... Need I say more?

1.0
4.0
MATH180
May 30, 2005

she did not know what she taught. It makes me confuse all the time. When I asked her the questions she did not assigned, she could not explain the questions. whenever she could not explain, she just skip....

5.0
1.0
MATH160
Jun 1, 2005

Wow. I can't believe there are som many bad ratings. Nice teacher. Great class. She gives plenty of chances for extra credit, and the tests come straight from the home work assigments and online tests. Easy to get an A on online tests and homework, and if you study those it is easy to get an a in the class. I'd take another one of her classes.

5.0
3.0
MATH160
Jul 12, 2005

Standard class, homework but not too much, 3 tests, 1 final, and a quiz about every other week. She doesn't have the highest voice but other than that shes a great teacher and gives a fair amount of extra credit, just make sure you show up she doesn't like tardy or absent people

1.0
4.0
MATH180
Jul 20, 2005

I did not even know what she waz talkin about..Im sorry Palacios..Shez little bit crazy sometimez..I do not recomand you to take her class.

3.0
5.0
MATH160
Jul 27, 2005

Took it on-line. It was a pain! Had to drop it and now I have to wait til next year to transfer to SDSU

5.0
5.0
MATH178
Aug 1, 2005

What an excellent teacher. Very thorough and clear speaking. Took this class over summer and got a B. If you understand the homework you will do good on the tests....there are no surprises. But you must know your stuff. Your points in class add up to what they add up to, she will cut you no slack.

1.0
2.0
MATH180
Aug 30, 2005

Terrible!

5.0
5.0
MATH160
Sep 5, 2005

Prof. Palacios was very good at teaching her class... I'm assuming I would've done better in her class if I just would've applied myself more!

5.0
2.0
MATH180
Grade: B
Sep 8, 2005

No Comments

1.0
2.0
MATH180
Sep 24, 2005

If you take her easy class, do watever you want. however, if you are going to take Math 180, do not take this class..cuz she sucks

5.0
4.0
MATH160STATS
Grade: B+
Oct 20, 2005

Took online class - lot more work than attending a class, but allows scheduling flexibility. Very helpful instructor; always answers students questions and provides examples. Allowed to use some notes for tests and provides test samples. Very good online course, but be prepared to work hard!

5.0
1.0
MATHEMATICS178
Oct 21, 2005

very detailed teaching style

5.0
1.0
MATH180
Nov 2, 2005

Her class was very easy. You just need to pay attention and do the homework and you´ll be fine. Easy A if you want it.

3.0
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MATH180
Nov 14, 2005

she tries to so her best but she doesn't know how to teach the class, how can i say this in a nice manner, she is a TERRIBLE teacher. DO NOT TAKE HER IF YOU HAVE THE CHOICE.

5.0
3.0
178
Nov 15, 2005

She's a great teacher, and a cutie!

1.0
5.0
MATH180
Nov 18, 2005

bad teacher

1.0
5.0
MATH180
Nov 18, 2005

do not take her

5.0
2.0
MATH178
Nov 21, 2005

Very good teacher! Easy class, anyone can pass, just have to do your homework. Will help you if you need it. Got a B sleeping through class.

5.0
2.0
MATH180
Nov 23, 2005

Good teacher. Easy class if you do the homework. She explains things clearly and takes more time on things if people don't understand. Overall a good class even though it's calculus.

5.0
3.0
MATH160
Dec 20, 2005

Difficult class to take online, but Ms. Palacios is very responsive and helpful; makes herself available for in-person instruction if needed. Good teacher!

5.0
3.0
MATH160
Dec 23, 2005

Great teacher took online, and was very helpful and responsive in emailing me back, whenever I had questions. She also gave 100 extra creat points for the online class. Homework was fairly easy and you can do it as many times as needed to get an A+. My 3 on campus tests were C average and I still manage to pull a B out of the class.

5.0
5.0
MATH180
Jan 16, 2006

If you are looking for an easy teacher - she's not it. If you want to actually learn something and be prepared for calc II then take her class. She expects you to turn in ALL your homework - She makes you work but is always available for questions during office hours.

2.0
5.0
110
Mar 8, 2006

she is the worst teacher any one can ever take, i droped her class and took it with a different teacher and i got an A+ and didnt even have to do the final and in her class i was failing, bad teacher and she makes u hate math

5.0
3.0
180
Apr 27, 2006

Really good teacher, bends over backwards to help you understand the material.

5.0
3.0
MATH180
Apr 30, 2006

excellent teacher, explains everything in detail, very organized.

5.0
1.0
MATH178
May 25, 2006

super easy!! she is very organized and very clear. take her!! one of the easiest class i have ever taken.

5.0
2.0
MATH178
Jul 18, 2006

Very nice lady. Explains information well and enjoys her students.

5.0
3.0
MATH178
Oct 30, 2006

Goes over a lot of info in each class so attendance is a must. Gives quizzes in the beginning of each class which cannot be made up. There is a lot of info to know for the class and tests but she goes over all of it very well and is willing to help if you do not get any of it. GREAT MATH TEACHER!

5.0
1.0
STAT160
Nov 15, 2006

her clas was so easy everything thats on the tests are on her quises. She always goes over everything , and you alway know exactly whats going to be on her tests.

5.0
4.0
MATH160
Nov 15, 2006

Very nice and laid back. Formulas make class a breeze!

5.0
1.0
MATH180
Nov 24, 2006

She is very good at teaching the class. She has made it very easy to understand and answers questions for a while. Only annoying thing is she always seems to be out of breath so she is always breathing heavy. But she is a very nice teacher. I hate math and this class isn't too bad. I would suggest taking statistics with her.

5.0
3.0
MATH178
Dec 10, 2006

She is great, I have full respect for her because she is such a great teacher. If I worked even harder, I would have received an A easily. Came out with a B but I have learned a lot from her.

5.0
3.0
MATH160
May 9, 2007

She is very helpful. You just need to go to class and keep studying..AND ASK QUESTIONS! I didn't do that, and I got a C, when if I had, I probably would have gotten an A. She wants you to do well, she's on your side. Plus she's absolutely adorable.

5.0
2.0
MATH160
Oct 18, 2007

Irene is a great teacher. Unlike Gordon who wants to rip you apart, Irene is nice and helpful. I highly recommend her to those who don't like Math,she's always willing to sit down and go over the problems. Just show up and if you get lost don't discourage, just ask questions.

2.0
5.0
MATH160
Dec 15, 2007

She refuses to tell you what equations to use on problems that you're having trouble with. Instead she beats around the bush and tells you that it's "in chapter 6". Instead of actually teaching life teachers are supposed to do she makes you find it on your own. That wouldn't be a problem, but the book is terrible. It doesn't help at all.

5.0
3.0
MATH160
Jan 21, 2008

I took this class online and really liked it. It wasn't easy, but she let us use notes on the mid-term and finals. If you put effort into your notes, you'll get an A for sure. I didn't even completely understand Stats, but I got an 96% in the class. I'd recommend her for sure.

2.0
5.0
MATH160
Jan 26, 2008

Not the best teacher in the world. Really hard to understand, because she talks very quietly... She also doesn't seem to realize that Math should not be impossible. She counts the Final as like 80% of your final grade.. If you want an easy and/or understandable teacher who wants you to succeed, check elsewhere!

5.0
3.0
STAT160
Jan 31, 2008

Yes, she's helpful and great. But there are always lazy students out there who want to whine and complain about everything. Irene is great. She's helpful and almost spoon fed her students with materials. I took Stat w/ another prof. and dropped but got an A with Irene. If you show up and pay attention and ask Q you'll do fine.

5.0
3.0
MATH178
May 28, 2008

I would recommend going to class everyday. She gives quizzes almost everyday. Make sure you do your homework before the quizzes because the questions come directly from your homework. Before each exam study over the reviews and you should be fine. The problems on the test are exactly like the reviews. She is a great teacher who wants everyone to pa

3.0
2.0
MATH160
Jun 2, 2008

I took the class online and it was easy! The homework and quizzes don't count for much but they will help in the end. Expect to teach yourself! She is NOT helpful when you have a question. Midterm and final count for almost all of the grade. STUDY THE PRACTICE PROBLEMS. The questions on the test are very similiar. Overall: I would recommend her.

3.0
2.0
MATH160
Jun 2, 2008

I took the web class and thought it was ok. Her explanations are often confusing and the midterm and final count for 80% of the grade. Keep up on the homework and study the practice problems she gives! Make good notes as well because they're allowed on the test and are extremely helpful. It's really an easy class if you try..

5.0
1.0
STATS160
Jun 5, 2008

It was a waste of money to buy the textbook cz all u need are her notes and chapter reviews to ace all tests, quiz.She's very devoted in her teacher and professor Irine is very helpful and clear in her explanation too.DO ALL YR ONLINE HW.understand the question and its proper formula and you will get an A like I did!

5.0
2.0
MATH178
Jun 10, 2008

I don't know what the those ppl that posted the last 2 reviews got in her class, but I got a B. And no her class is not hard. There's a lot of work but it only gives you more than enough practice for the exams. The Final was cake too. She seriously spoon-feeds you with notes and reviews.

5.0
2.0
MATH110
Oct 18, 2008

Excellent teacher. Took a hybrid class. Her explanations are painfully thorough. Very available for assistance. Provided all material needed. Homework provided all the practice needed to do well on tests.

5.0
3.0
MATHMATH
Dec 10, 2008

Ms.Palacios is the best teacher ever! I don't know how people can say that she is not a good teacher! She is extremely helpful. If you don't understand she will explain you until you will get it! She allows you to use formulas on the exams which is very helpful!

4.0
4.0
MATH160
Dec 17, 2009

EXTREMELY FACE PACED, VERY ORGANIZED, CLEAR EXPECTATIONS. HELPFUL STUDY GUIDES, ALLOWS NOTES ON MAJOR TESTS. KEEP ON TOP OF ASSIGNMENTS AND ATTEND CLASS ON TIME EVERY MEETING AND YOU WILL DO WELL. h/W ON MATH LAB ON-LINE. GREAT INSTRUCTOR.

5.0
5.0
MATH160
Jun 16, 2010

I took the online class. I blew it in the midterm because the problems were not the same as in the homework and quizes. It was my fault -I didn't know of the practice exams on the website I should have studied. Even though I did great on the homework and quizes, I dropped because the midterm was so heavily weighted I didn't have a hope of passing.

5.0
1.0
MATH110
Nov 4, 2010

she is Great Great GREAT GREAT teacher Iam taking Math 110 this semester and I hope I can take 160 with her she is great fantastic

5.0
1.0
MATH110
Nov 16, 2010

fast paced. clear. concise. extremely organized.

3.0
5.0
MATH160
Dec 20, 2010

This class is ridiculous! There is like 80 different types of problems to learn and she only tests you on like 10. I really liked her, but the class sucks! ONline is really hard, you have to teach yourself the info. There is help, but hard subject. HW and quizes mandatory EVERY week, midterm and final, I did horrible, take in class!

2.0
5.0
MATH8915
Apr 21, 2011

She is really hard, and when she teaches, she doesnt explain clearly how she got the steps like this, and she uses the lectures and aleks which they are not helpfull at all!!!

5.0
3.0
MATH180
Oct 1, 2011

Best math teacher that I have ever had. Always prepare. She make calculus easy to follow. Anyone who doesn't pass her class is due to their own lack of effort. Real talk!

4.0
3.0
MATH180
Nov 11, 2011

Great teacher! Always prepared and the class notes are very helpful in passing test. She is sexy in a nerdy was also!

3.0
4.0
MATH110
Mar 26, 2012

She rushes through her lectures way too fast that she often messes up on the problems shes trying to teach. Shes a nice lady, but the class is ridiculous. Homework and quizzes every week. We could be taking a test the very next class day, but instead of reviewing, she jumps to the next chapter and continues to lecture on and on. I dread the class.

5.0
1.0
MATH180
May 17, 2012

She is one of the best math professors I have ever had. Always willing to help, especially since it's calculus. Does not repeatedly say, "you should have learned this already". Highly respectable and easy to approach. Gives handouts for every section in the book. Didn't need to use the textbook at all. There is online homework to help your grade.

5.0
2.0
CALC180
May 31, 2012

Absolutely the best math teacher I've ever had in my life so far. She makes everything looks easy and simple. Absolutely brilliant professor who knows how to make her student understand the material.Book is not necessary because she provides handouts thats already from the book,but you need the book to practice(very helpful method to master a test)

5.0
1.0
MATH110
Jul 17, 2012

Although she cares about little mistakes of the test, she gives a lot of extra credit. she is very helpful and cares about student's understanding. She made me love math, while I hated it.

5.0
2.0
MATH180
Jul 17, 2012

Amazing professor! She will stay after class, and go online on Sunday nights just to go over some difficult homework problems or explain something you don't understand. She types her own notes, which are very easy to follow along with. Very good teacher, especially if you have never seen Calc before!

2.0
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MATH160
Dec 18, 2012

Online class: She is a nice lady but her lectures online were sooo boring, she constantly repeated herself and it took 2 hours to cover 1/2 worth of material.

4.0
2.0
MATH160
Feb 1, 2013

i just started her class, rest is good and the only thing which is so annoying is that she speaks so so so much, she repeats same thing for more than three times, it's annoying. i hope she read this post and take care of this issue.

5.0
4.0
MATH110
Jun 13, 2013

Her class does require a good amount of work. quizes and online homework after each section. 4 tests + final, textbook homework was optional. She explains things clearly, although she has a tendency to rush. She is helpful in explaining things. She seemed overworked, and there were often delays in getting our grades back.

3.0
2.0
MATH160
Jun 18, 2013

Online: I recommend this class if you are well-organized and have a good understanding of general math (Math 110). Her videos are too long with many mistakes so often had to forward through lessons. Do ALL of the extra credit as many times for best grade. She is very nice in person. Open note midterm & final.

5.0
2.0
MATH110
Jul 10, 2013

Professor Palacios was awesome. She does take attendance and has a seating chart, which isn't something I like, but it helped with my motivation to get a good grade in the class. I'm horrible with math and she made the lessons easy to understand and follow. Very, VERY helpful when you ASK for help.

5.0
4.0
MATH160
Dec 30, 2013

best stats teacher ever,if you are hardworking and A should be easy

5.0
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MATH110
Grade: A-
Feb 3, 2014

I was spoiled with Palacios! She gives handouts, and goes over every single question step by step. So easy to understand and very helpful when you need it! I felt extremely prepared for my next math class. Also, she uses the program "MyMathLab" which will correct you and walk you through problems if you get them wrong! Wish she taught higher math!

5.0
1.0
MATH160
Feb 17, 2014

Relatively easy class as long as you are consistent with homework and online quizzes. Prof. Palacios is clear as to what she expects on both tests and labs and is more than happy to offer extra help, if needed. Extra credit with each chapter, 4 tests, and a final.

4.0
3.0
STATS160
Apr 8, 2014

Professor is very helpful. However, misses a lot of class and leaves you with bunk subs. All homework, quizzes, and statcrunches are ONLINE. Makes it very difficult when you don't have internet. Last time I checked I didn't sign up for an online class. Wish class was a little more hands on.

5.0
4.0
MATH178
Jun 11, 2014

This was one of the hardest classes I have ever taken in my college career. Palacios did help me get through it, but I had to put in many hours to get a C. Math has never come easy to me and this class was no exception. Quizes, online hw, and tests is what your grade will depend on. She offered extra credit and that saved me. I do recommend Irene.

3.0
4.0
MATH110
Jul 22, 2014

Her class is boring and difficult. Do not recommend.

1.0
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MATH160
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 10, 2014

Online Stats course is an academic horror story. Don't add late, she doesn't sympathize with anyone she can't see. Personability is an afterthought because she'll fail you off the online course without blinking, as the process is automatic. Ditch it.

4.0
4.0
MATH160
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2014

Irene Palacios is very clear about what she expects from her students. She is a tough teacher, but her teaching style works really well. She gives a lot of homework, but it is definitely doable, and I don't think I could have passed statistics without her.

5.0
3.0
MATH178
Grade: A+
Apr 17, 2015

What a wonderful teacher. Always there to help you. Class assignments are very clear and so are her exams. Partial credit is given. Practice exams are very much like the real exams. Makes math so much fun that what it is!! highly suggested.

4.0
3.0
MATH160
May 27, 2015

Her class was fairly easy. It is a must to attend all of the online lectures to pass the class. Her lectures go over the chapters very clearly which helps you do the homework, take online quizzes and tests. There is extra credit, which is either a quiz or a test on a chapter. I would definitely recommend to take her class

5.0
4.0
MATH160
Jun 6, 2015

I am not a math person in the slightest bit so having a thorough math teacher makes a difference for me. Palacios uses the online math lab which I personally like because you have unlimited opportunities to receive a 100% on hw and a few tries on quizzes. She does give extra credit as well. Her lectures are clear and always willing to answer ?'s.

5.0
3.0
MATH160
Grade: A
Sep 26, 2015

I hate math usually. I took this class online and I found it very easy. This was the first time I have received an A in a math class in a long time. She is fair and gives you unlimited try to get a 100% on homework, extra credit, and 5 try on each quiz to improve your grade. Excellent class!

3.0
4.0
MATH160
Grade: C
Jan 25, 2016

The online work was fine, gives you unlimited times to complete the homework before the due date. Extra credit is given, and two "projects" math related and one due for each on campus exam. Exams are difficult and worth 5oo points each. She tells you the online work and exams are not correlated after you take the first exam.

4.0
3.0
MATH160
Grade: A-
Apr 6, 2016

Palacios is a good teacher considering how tough statistics can be. My favorite part about the class is having unlimited tries on the homework since they're online (a guarenteed 100%). The tests are a huge part of your grade and they are really difficult so make sure you study.

3.0
4.0
MATH160ONLINE
Apr 30, 2016

The class structure makes no sense. The homework and quizzes don't match the midterms, so it's SUPER SUPER important to go to the workshops she does on campus. There is no study guide for tests, she just says to go over every single thing you've done up to that point. The lectures have a lot of mistakes in them and take forever to get to the point.

3.0
4.0
MATH160
Grade: B+
May 30, 2016
Wouldn't take again

The online class consisted of bi-weekly homework through MyStatLab, which is a decent platform. The lectures were all pre-recorded from the previous semester - she only updates them every few semesters. Lectures (each 2+ hours, twice a week) had to be watched (or at least scanned) for lecture-specific questions. No extensions or redos.

4.0
4.0
MATH160
Grade: A-
Jun 1, 2016
Would take again

Class was tough, spent a lot of time working for a good grade. She was informative and kept the class mostly engaged. Would take again for another math class and probably the best option for Stats. Tests make up a large part of grade, but with extra credit and infinite attempts means you have a chance. Would reccomend.

5.0
3.0
MATH160
Grade: B+
Jul 21, 2016
Would take again

To take her class over the Summer, you have to take the time to watch her online lectures and practice the homework with unlimited tries. The quizzes are doable as long as you practice the homework, and she allows extra credit if you take the tests as well. You're allowed one page of notes front and back on the final and the midterm. Overall, take.

2.0
5.0
MATH160ONLINE
Jul 26, 2016
Wouldn't take again

she uses uhmmm a lot in her lecture videos. Sounds very annoying!

4.0
5.0
MATH160ONLINE
Grade: A-
Jul 27, 2016
Would take again

Took this class for summer. Everyday homework is assigned. Lectures are about 2 hours long. Extra credit is given and very helpful since the Midterm & Final are worth 500 points! You are able to use a Cheat Sheet (notes on 1 paper, double sided) during the exams. Very fast pace and time consuming. Make sure not to slack off.

3.0
4.0
MATH160ONLINE
Grade: A
Aug 11, 2016
Would take again

This was my first online class so maybe that's why it was more challenging than I expected. Her lecture are around 2 hours each, but I honestly didn't bother watching them because they took too long. I learned a lot from the homework help (a feature on MyStats), which took your step by step through the problem. Hw due M-Th and Saturday for EC.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT OFFERED
5.0
4.0
MATH160ONLINE
Dec 21, 2016
Would take again

Excellent class! Lectures are long but worth listening to each one. Professor is very detailed and ensures students understand the material and concepts. Only take online if you are organized and able to work ahead. Assignments posted early, thank goodness, because they require a lot of time. Not a class for slackers, genuine effort required.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH160
Grade: A+
May 21, 2017
Would take again

Best math professor I've had so far! She gives you the notes and walks you through everything. The material is a bit tough and just requires a little effort to learn. The tests are easy if you review the material and study. Lots of online homework but you get unlimited tries to get it right! Definitely recommend her.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
MATH160ONLINE
Jun 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This is the worst teacher... Take any other class but this one!

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
2.0
5.0
MATH160ONLINE
Jun 5, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If you want to pass the first time, I recommend not taking this class online. Midterm and final have barely anything to do with the actual course material. You can get 100% on all online tests and homeworks, but the on campus midterm and final will leave you having to retake the class. She is an amazing person, but her test giving strategy isnt.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
MATH160STATS
Grade: A-
Jul 21, 2018
Would take again

I took the summer online class and it was a lot of work. The lectures are long, but they do help when it comes to understanding the material. You have to do all work to understand and pass the class. There are a lot of extra credit opportunities. This professor also answers questions quickly. I would take this professor again!

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
MATH160ONLINE
Grade: A-
Oct 25, 2018
Would take again

I took this class online in the summer. It was very fast paced and I really had to work for the grade I received. Since it was an online class, the video lectures were very long but you really need to pay attention and keep up with the work. It can be very easy to fall behind. You can use a cheet sheet on the midterm and final which are on campus.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
4.0
MATH160ONLINE
Grade: B
Jan 12, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Not impressed with her at all. Only explained about 60% of the info needed to complete the homework and tests, showed up 30 mins late to the midterm, and only gave us lectures recorded three years earlier. I do not recommend her at all. However, she definitely gave lots of extra credit which I greatly appreciated.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
5.0
MATH160
Grade: A-
Jan 29, 2020
Would take again

Online lectures were recorded five years ago. Numerous times that the screen did not switch over to show what she is working on for over 10 minutes each time. This made it a little more difficult to learn these sections. I thought the material was interesting but should have never taken this class over the winter intersession.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH160ONLINE
Grade: F
Oct 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Please do not take this class online. She even said it will be harder online during the introduction. Every homework, quiz and test are online except for the midterm and final. Yes, you are required to show up, and there are six questions that are worth 400 pts total. Most people either fail or drop out because of the intensity of online math.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
MATH160
Grade: C-
Dec 12, 2020
Would take again

Okay so STATS was a difficult class for me but this professor obviously wants he students to pass. She gives you multiple chances to get an A on your homework all you have to do is study the material. Out of all my professors she was the best she was very helpful and great at teaching.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
MATH160ONLINE
Grade: A+
Dec 16, 2020
Would take again

She was nice teacher gave extra credit to add to exams but since it is fully online you are basically teaching yourself(she does offer zoom-chat hours for help). The TI-84 calculator is a MUST and will help you with a LOT. If you dont like your grade on a assignment you were given 3 chances to redo it. Only take if you can manage your time well.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
STATS160
Grade: A-
Mar 25, 2021
Would take again

Professor Palacios was a wonderful professor. I took her stats class over the winter session. It was an accelerated course. I was nervous to take math at an accelerated pace, but Palacios made sure her lectures were thorough. This class was a lot of work, but it helped me understand the material and I felt prepared for the final.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
MATH160
Grade: A-
Mar 16, 2022
Would take again

There's quite a bit of reading you'll have to do but everything she posts online is a summary of what's in the text book, which makes it easier. She also highly recommends you get the lecture notebook that's hundreds of pages long but good for keeping track of what's going on. Explanations of concepts are pretty clear but can ramble on sometimes.

Participation matters
Caring
Online Savvy
4.0
3.0
MATH160ONLINE
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 16, 2022

Professor wants you to succeed and in a way the work is easy even if you aren't a math person and she gives you 3 tries on each quiz but the work load in that class was the most I have ever had. I found myself spending double the time stated we would need to spend in the syllabus, causing me to not focus as much on my other classes.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH160
Grade: A-
Jun 7, 2022
Would take again

I spent an average of 3 hours every Tuesday and Thursday. If you are determined, you can take this online but it is not for the weak. If you hate reading, do not take this online. Lastly, review the study guide with her 3 days in advance, not the day before(crowded), and you will get an A if you do so. She truly does care and is flexible!

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH160
Grade: A+
Jun 9, 2022
Would take again

Irene is an amazing professor. She knows what she teaches and knows how to make students understand. The readings are easy and she gives lots of opportunities for extra credit. Exams are exactly like the homework, and they are not too hard either. The amount of reading and HW is okay. Overall, she is so sweet and this class is an easy A.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Online Savvy
2.0
4.0
MATH160
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 29, 2022

I recently took her Math 160 class this Fall , Get ready to read theres more reading involved instead of numbers. Theres homework every night, theirs quizzes after every assignment. She talks a lot If you don't pay attention from the bingeing you'll fail . I DONT recommend her class

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
MATH160STATS
Grade: C
Dec 20, 2022

Irene is a nice professor, but her class is difficult and hard to keep up with. There is lots, and lots of homework, and class lectures are incredibly important to attend otherwise you miss very crucial information to help you succeed. If you have trouble keeping up with fast-paced work, I would not recommend this class.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
3.0
STATISTICS
Grade: A-
May 4, 2023
Would take again

I struggle with math and this class is easy. She explains everything in depth, and really makes sure everyone understands, Shes always accessible after class and is always very helpful.

Participation matters
Caring
Accessible outside class
2.0
5.0
MATH160
Grade: D
Jun 2, 2023

Started the class with 45 ppl, ended with 25. TEST HEAVY! Completing all your homework gets you nowhere (20% hw, 40% 2 tests, 30% final, 10% desmos/DB's). Insane amnt of info in modules with abt 10-15+ pages per module + quizzes after each. Watches you on zoom for all tests in a VERY specific "set up", it was ridiculous. She's nice but that's all.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH160
Grade: A
Jun 6, 2023
Would take again

I never thought I would earn an A in Stats, but Prof Palacios really makes the topic understandable. There is a lot of hw and assignments, but they prepare you for the tests. You just need to out in the effort and attend class is a must because if not you will fall behind. She gives extra credit opportunities and takes her time to explain topics.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH160
Grade: A
Jun 10, 2023
Would take again

Great and very nice professor! I will say there is a lot of homework due Wednesday and Friday. Be sure to never fall behind. The exams are very easy and straightforward. You are allowed to bring notes for exams as well.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH160ONLINE
Grade: A+
Jul 31, 2023
Would take again

Great professor. Always willing to help and emails back quickly. The way homework was set up really helps you learn materials.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
2.0
5.0
MATH160ONLINE
Grade: Not sure yet
Aug 18, 2024

This class was listed as an asynchronous online class. The professor has strict test meeting times that you don't know about until after you pay for and start the class. Setup/due dates + amount of HW + quizzes make this class unbearable when full-time school/work. The professor seems nice, but this class isn't a FULLY asynchronous class as listed.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
MATH160
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 27, 2024

This class will not work for you if you have a full time job + taking other classes. In every module there are over 10-25 assignments. Due dates: Wednesday and Friday. After every assignment there's quiz. There are 3 major exams that are on zoom with cameras on & specific dates to take them. Class is ridiculous. Expect to do 2-3 hours of homework.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH160ONLINE
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 12, 2024

Don't take this class if you want to spend many days regretting your choices. I took this class because I wasn't able to be in person, she makes online learning probably the worst experience of my life and this isn't covid anymore. She is harsh with grading especially if you don't use the full terminology. The homework basically counts for nothing.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH160ONLINE
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2024

Terrible professor, she gives us tons of homework that literally do nothing to our grades. Makes us take our exams in a very weird and odd psychopathic way, wanting to see your hands, desk, face, etc. If you cannot do that, she asks for 2 devices to join the zoom call. ( I wonder who hurt her to have these crazy trust issues lol? ). DONT RECOMENDED

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH160ONLINE
Dec 20, 2024

Horrible professor, the class was a headache. Tests count for basically your whole grade and there is an insane load of homework every week that count for almost nothing. Extremely tough grader as well. Do not recommend.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
ONLINEMATH160
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 26, 2024

Very difficult class! You will have tons of small assignments every week which are very time consuming if you really want to learn the material. She requires monitored zoom exams which you have to take or else you'll fail. Save yourself the headache.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH160
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2024
Would take again

"amazing lectures" is just informative slides followed by a handful multiple choice question quiz to see if you understand the topic + you get multiple tries on the quizzes and feedback for each one. Concepts were explained well and she provided good resources and answered questions quickly. Great professor, super nice, would 100% take again!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Online Savvy
1.0
5.0
MATH160
Jun 18, 2025

I took this as a fulling online course during the summer and it was actually INSANE the amount of work that was required daily. 25+ modules due on the first day. However most quizzes you have multiple attempts at taking if you did not get a 100% the first time. You need to buy a $20 statcrunch subscription as well.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Online Savvy
2.0
4.0
STATISTICS
Grade: C+
Aug 20, 2025

Get ready to get bad grades and too much work

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
STATS
Grade: B-
Sep 4, 2025

Don't take this risk, doesn't explain well, if you understand you understand if you don't understand you don't understand. Not recommended

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
STATS
Grade: A+
Dec 29, 2025
Would take again

Fantastic professor. Listen, as long as you literally just pay attention and do the hw (which most of my class didn't) you will do great! It's a lot of homework honestly but it all prepares you for the exams. learn from your mistakes, you can do hw over again until you get it up to 3 times. My score on the final exam was 99.1% bc I paid attention.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
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