2.6

James Eby

Mathematics - Blinn College

2.6
Quality
4.1
Difficulty
38%
Would Retake
198
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2.6
Quality
4.1
Difficulty
2.5
Helpful
2.6
Clarity

38%

Would Retake

198

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What Students Say

Papers were due in a MATH CLASS

MATH1324 - 1.0 rating

One of the worst teachers I have ever had

MATH1324 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

73%

Textbook Required

52%

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MATH1325
Dec 15, 2004

Class for Calculus. Clearly goes over material in class; fully answers and understands questions. does give pop quizes almost exactly from class notes so you have to go to class. take home quizes are easy good grades if you get them checked at the learning center. easy to figure out teaching style.

4.0
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CALC1325
Jan 16, 2006

Calc is impossible for me, and I actually ended up dropping the class. He knew what he was talking about, and explained as well as you can explain calc. But I felt he went kinda fast.

5.0
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MATH1324
May 8, 2006

gives quizes, dry, but funny, humor, hardly uses the book (but you still need it). Teaches you what you need to know, nothing more. No curve, but the tests aren't that bad, but I think there is an indirect curve because my average was a 80 then I got a 72 on a test and my average went to an 89, I dont know. Nice guy, don't get offended by his jokes

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MATH1325
May 6, 2008

goes way to fast. only does examples. does not explain calculus very well. Does not curve or give any extra credit. Most people will fail or drop. few survive.

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MATH1325
Nov 6, 2008

total jerk. hated every day of class with him. when we tried to ask questions he made us feel studpid. AVOID him

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MATH1325
Nov 9, 2008

he is mean. makes people cry. not a very good teacher. too much homework and the class is super hard.

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MATH1325
Nov 25, 2008

Horrible. He acts like he doesn't want to be there and is very pompous. If you ask questions he makes you feel stupid. He doesn't explain what he is doing and just writes the problems on the board. Steer away from this professor at all cost.

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MATH1325
Dec 5, 2008

He's good at calculus but students have a hard time learning from his fast-paced teaching style. Go to class every day for the group quizzes and do the online homework. There are several difficult projects, but he will help if you ask. Tests are very hard but you can still do well if you focus on the projects, homework and quizzes.

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MATH1324
Sep 2, 2009

Very good teacher if you can handle his personality. He has a very dry sense of humor, DO NOT GET OFFENDED. He moves quickly but will answer questions and rework problems if you ask. He is much easier to get along with if the class participates, if nots he assumes you don't care and doesnt go out of his way to make you care.

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MATH1325
Dec 1, 2009

Not good communication with students. He is very into himself, which you will be able to tell when he starts teaching.

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MATH1324
Dec 7, 2009

If you go to class everyday and actually try you will do fine. He is very short and to the point but if you have questions and go to his office hours he is very helpful. Tests are pretty hard but there are lot's of other assignments to make up for that. Also gives out projects that can be somewhat difficult. Overall, not that bad

3.0
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MATH1325
Dec 17, 2009

I took the blended class, and wouldn't suggest it. He is not an easy teacher you get really hard group projects, and tests are hard. He won't tell you this but he curves secretly. He is a pretty mean teacher, very sarcastic but he is willing to help if you're willing to try. He really does want people to do well but has a different way of showing i

2.0
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MATH1324
Jan 1, 2010

I took the 8 week Math Anyl.I class and I made a B, but struggled the whole class. He gives these very tideous projects that are hard and pointless. His test are challenging. I strongly suggest considering the 8week course if you have the time!

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MATH1324
Jan 11, 2010

This teacher is probably one of the worst I have ever had. He is very sarcastic a rude when you try to ask questions about something that you do not understand. When he teaches he does not explain what anything means and just does examples. Again, this is the hardest class to take just because of the teacher. DO NOT TAKE HIM EVER.

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MATH1324
May 20, 2010

beware.. do not take! had him for 8 week.. all he does is examples and doesnt explain.. gives out hard group projects.. tests are hard.. hes not very helpful. he doesnt care about you..very smartellic a girl said i have a question his response i have an answer.. very cocky.. nononono.. dont even think about youll hate him

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STATS1342
Aug 11, 2010

Beware do not take his class he does not need to teach another class if you call what he does as teaching. I guess that is why he is such a poor guy.

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MATH1324
Nov 2, 2010

I attended his class for a week before dropping. He was very rude, had little to no communication with the students, overall he seemed like a terrible teacher. My roommate had him and thought the same thing. Real prick. Steer clear if you can.

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MATH1324
Apr 27, 2011

At first, Eby wasn't my cup of tea. I thought he was rude and barely made any communication with his students. But in the end, I realized that Eby was funny, if you actually listen to his quick jokes. His teaching method is top notch in my opinion. He gives out quizzes after every lecture and projects. I made an A. Take him!

4.0
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MATH1325
Nov 17, 2011

throws a lot of information at you in class and then the online homework is always worked differently than the way he teaches. So you have to learn his way for the tests and the online way for the homework. Very frustrating

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MATH1342
Dec 24, 2011

Alot of people think he's rude and sarcastic, he really isn't that bad. People are just too sensitive. He posts practice tests online which helps ALOT! Overall, the class was not very difficult. As long as you do all the homework, book reports, and study for the tests...getting an A or B should not be too hard. I would recommend taking him.

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MATH1324
Jan 16, 2012

Comes off as a hard nose, but it becomes funny over time. Kinda a lot of work, (online hw and projects in between tests) but the work is good because it just adds more points to your grade. You think you're doing bad until the very end when you see how all the points added up.

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MATH1324
May 2, 2012

Comes off rude, has a dry sense of humor but stick through it. Online homework, quizzes, and projects help your grade even if you don't ace them. Teaches the hardest stuff in the beginning so your grade will start low but it goes up as long as you do your work. i failed the first 2 tests but ended up making an A

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MATH1324
Jun 4, 2012

Cool dude, great teacher, understands effective ways of teaching the material. I took him for minimester so I only had 14 days to master the course materials, it wasnt easy and required many all nighters but I made a high A in the class. That being said, I just came from Calc 2 so it might not be a good idea to take my word for it.

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MATH1325
Oct 23, 2012

If you don't like a dry sarcastic sense of humor then don't take his class. If you have a sense of humor, you will get along just fine. He covers material quickly in class, but if you pay attention and do the homework you will be fine. He give plenty of opportunities to make a good grade.

3.0
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MATH1342
Nov 7, 2012

he zips through the course material as if you know if already, which you would if u did the hw BEFORE class. but if you are lost on somethin in particular he does not explain very well how to use the calculator which is the BRAIN of the material & the hw gives formulas whereas he uses the TI-83

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MATH1325
Dec 14, 2012

Hard class. Mr Eby works extremely quick. We had a test the second class!!! There are 5 tests, quizzes and take home quizzes, and online hmwk. He also gives a project that he says should help your grade.... I did average on it after 25+ hours of working on it with a tutor... I also had to go to tutoring before every test (tutor john). Avoid Eby

3.0
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MATH1324
May 3, 2013

All of the work was relatively easy as long as you pay attention in class and try. You have to take good notes in class because his online resources aren't helpful at all. Make sure you go to class every time because there is a quiz almost every day. His grading system is pretty good and he tries to give you the most points he can.

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MATH1342303
Oct 17, 2013

He is very rude, he wants you to already know everything before he even try to teaching it, avoid him! warning half of my class dropped it and he gives a lot of work that other stats teacher do not give out. save yourself the money and the stress and get a different teacher

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MATH1324
Oct 21, 2013

literally the rudest man i've ever met. he does NOT care one bit how you do in the class, & does not care if you get whats going on in the class or not. he has the worst sense of humor, & if you try to ask him questions in class he will either ignore you or make you feel stupid for asking. do yourself a favor and stay far away from this man........

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MATH1325
Oct 21, 2013

I am very fair when it comes to recommendations, and I honestly recommend you NOT to take him. He doesn't teach or work out problems, just expects you to know. I usually really like math and he made me bitter about it. Tests are so much harder than homework- not to mention, LOTS of tedious projects & he makes you feel dumb if you have a question.

3.0
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MATH1324
Oct 29, 2013

I have always loved math until this class. EXTREMELY difficult. Tests are nothing like the reviews. Lots of homework and tests every 2 weeks. Between tests, there are group projects due. These projects are ridiculous. This class is extremely time consuming and I am struggling very bad. I'm not sure if I will pass. DONT TAKE. Wait for any other prof

2.0
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MATH1324
Nov 9, 2013

Do not take his class. The tests are nothing like the reviews, they are much harder. In class, material will seem easy and you will think you are ready. But once the test comes, you realize you were nowhere near ready. There is lots of homework and lengthy projects due before each test. He seems like a nice guy and all but his class is ridiculous.

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MATH1324
Nov 20, 2013

I highly do not recommend this professor. He is really hard. He doesn't explain anything in class. He just expects you to know how he did it, and when you ask questions, he talks to you like you are stupid. He gives alot of projects that are due before the test. Takes alot of time. i Probably will fail. DO NOT TAKE HIM!!!!

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MATH1324
Nov 21, 2013

Do not reccomend. He is terrible at explaining everything. I have never struggled in math until i ran into this professor. He makes it harder than it is supposed to be by adding trick questions that we never covered in class. On top of that he is super arrogant. Stay away from this professor.

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MATH1324
Dec 3, 2013

If you can learn the subject by just watching the problem being quickly done on the board, this class will be tough but doable. Otherwise, don't take it. His answers to your questions are very vague.

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MATH1342
Dec 12, 2013

Horribly rude and unhelpful teacher. Worst teacher I've ever had and dreaded going to class every day. PLEASE save yourself and your blood pressure and never take him for any class.

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MATH1314
Jan 1, 2014

DO NOT TAKE. Assigns hard multiple group projects throughout semester along with quizzes, online hw, and studying for his ridiculous tests. The teachers in the math help center did not even understand his material. Very poor attitude as well.

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MATH1342
Jan 28, 2014

Eby has a test the second week of class and is one righteously sarcastic man. He is also the most helpful, and stimulating professor I've ever met; head and shoulders above ANY TAMU prof. His teaching genius is wasted on the average Blinn kid, but I am very blessed that I was able to spend 2 semesters under his tutelage. Mr Eby, you are the MAN.

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MATH1324
Feb 11, 2014

His teaching style is tailor made for those who are good at math and are visual learners. He is very hard and is not very helpful. His "humor" may attract some yet annoy others.

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1324
Grade: A
Apr 8, 2014

He is not helpful. he is smart but he is not a good professor. Do not take him. Take it a later semester if you can't get another professor. Trust me. i saw this same message before and thought i was different. he is the same prof.

3.0
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MATH1324
Apr 18, 2014

Yes, his humor is dry but he makes class interesting. It's math, it's not going to be easy if you plan on actually earning a high grade, no grades are given, only earned. He does assign hwk and projects often but it ensures you learn the material and he IS helpful if you're willing to seek his help. His class isn't ridiculously hard, just keep up.

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MATH1342
Grade: A+
Apr 29, 2014

I took stats with Prof Eby and I loved his class! He's sarcastic and doesn't sugar-coat things, but he isn't mean, in my opinion. Some students are scared to ask questions, but I was always raising my hand, and he always answered my questions clearly! Take his class if you want to learn the material clearly!

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MATH1342
Grade: A
May 8, 2014

Took him for elementary stats. Gives lots of easy assignments to boost grades and is very helpful if you ask him to explain. Never used the book. Practice exams and notes are all online. Exams are part group/open notes, part solo w/o notes. I averaged C's for most exams but still made an A in the end with the grade boosts. Definitely recommend.

4.0
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MATH1324
Grade: A
May 10, 2014

He's a good teacher. You earn what you work. If you really wanna learn something, he's a good teacher; if you just wanna earn a "good grade", don't choose him.

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1324
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 19, 2014

dropped halfway through the semester. Not helpful. Our classes test GPA dropped almost 15 points between the first two tests. Almost acts irritated when you need help. The group projects are nearly impossible and there are a million assignments plus the tests are so hard. He also goes super fast when he teaches. Book just for the online code

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1324
Oct 27, 2014

He gives these terrible projects, most people end up dropping after the 2nd test. Right now I made a 70 on my test and was the highest test, which is sad. This professor is ridiculous. Dont take him.

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1324
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 12, 2014

I had to drop this class he was so bad. I came to class everyday, participated, asked questions and STILL made horrible grades. The highest grade i ever made on a test was a 50. Yes, I am not good at math but I studied so hard, did all of the online homework, EVERYTHING. His projects are the hardest things ever and he refuses to help for long.

3.0
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1324
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 26, 2014

Hey Now ! what is with all the assignments we have other classes too. Very tough grader good thing not taking him next semester

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1324
Dec 4, 2014

Unless Math comes EXTREMELY easy to you DO NOT TAKE HIM! All the tests, quizzes, and homework are long confusing word problems. The toughest grader I've ever had, teaches an extra chapter that no other teacher teaches. Over half of my class dropped him, I went through a couple tutors until I found one who could actually help me. YOU WILL NOT PASS!!

3.0
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1324
Dec 4, 2014

Hardest math class I've ever taken. Online homework never ends. Group projects basically every other week. Tutors in the learning center and even other 1324 profs couldn't figure out some of the assignments he gave us. Killed my GPA.

2.0
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318
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2014

Extremely difficult. The homework never ends and is of no help come test time. TOUGH grader. Calculus 3 students couldn't even help with the projects. DO NOT TAKE!!

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1324
Grade: C
Dec 8, 2014

He flies through lectures and is incredibly unclear in explanations if you ask a question in class. He does give a lot of take homein class group quizzes, group projects and homework but if you do well on those you're test grade average doesn't need to be too high. Tests are about 10 times harder than any of the quizzeshomework so GO TO TUTORING!

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1324
Grade: D
Dec 11, 2014

Worst math prof I have ever taken. I read these ratings and thought "oh, he can't be THAT bad" but he was. I loved math until I was introduced to this man. Do not recommend unless you want to be confused 99.99% of the time.

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MATH2413
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2014

Prof Eby is rather peculiar. His lectures are straight forward. He does give out plenty of quizzes but he lets you work on them together so it helps your grade. There is several projects which account for a good chunk of your grade. I took calculus in HS, so it wasn't as bad as other people thought but if you work for it you can get a B. DO HW.

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MATH1324
Grade: B
Jan 7, 2015

He's the professor your high school teachers warned you about when they said you're gonna have to study to pass in college

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1324
Grade: B+
Jan 8, 2015

He did a really great job of explaining the content. He was also super funny in a very sarcastic and cynical way. His tests are hard but if you went to all his lectures, you'll be fine. The only downside is that he gives a TON of group projects. If it wasn't for the group projects, I'd take his 1325.

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MATH1324
Jun 2, 2015

if you want a prof to make you feel stupid take his class. i haven't taken a math class in 3 years so i was still getting the hang of it again. he speeds through lectures and doesn't care if you do well or not.

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1324
Jul 13, 2015

He is very critical and cynical. He expects everyone to immediately get what he is talking about and is not very helpful when you ask questions. Get ready for a quiz OR two every day, group projects, tons of homework, and really hard tests. He is a nice guy, but a very, very tough professor.

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1324
Grade: C+
Jul 27, 2015

I took this class in a May minimester and although it was A LOT of work he was a very good prof. He was very clear on the way he taught his class and I really learned good with his style of teaching. If you needed help during class he will def help you. The cons of this class is the group projects but in the end they really help your grade!

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1324
Oct 19, 2015

Good professor if you are good at math. I am not good at math. Therefore this class was very hard for me. But if you somehow enjoy math and speak in numbers i think he would be a good professor for you

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MATH1324
Oct 20, 2015

I'm taking Professor Eby right now and I looked at this site before signing up. He's NOT a bad teacher. If you just sit through class and write what he writes you're not going to get it though. Ask questions. He's sarcastic-yes but you'll be fine. Office hours ALWAYS bc he's really helpful one on one. There are also plenty of quizzes.

3.0
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MATH2413
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 21, 2015

I dropped his class after the first day to switch to a more clear professor. I am the kind of student who needs a prof who explains the content and not just work in on the board. He is a very cynical man who's sarcasm can be a bit rude. I would recommend a different prof if you already juggle a tough schedule. Expect a quiz the second day of class!

4.0
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MATH 1324
Grade: B
Oct 27, 2015

Professor Eby was honestly one of my favorite professors. I love math tho, but he is very good at explaining things when you ask him. He's pretty sarcastic so you can't be offended easily. He gives lots of group projects (which is annoying) but he gives lots of grades which will really help u! Do all of the extra practice he gives & u will do great

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MATH1324
Grade: C
Oct 28, 2015

This class is going to be extremely difficult if you're not good at math. I studied multiple nights in a row, did all the online homework, and would still fail the exams. The exams are only 10 questions at the most, so you miss barely anything and you do poor. I would not recommend taking this course with this professor. I would not take it again.

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MATH1324
Grade: C+
Nov 9, 2015

outright horrible. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS!!!

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MATH1324
Dec 2, 2015

Outright horrible. Would not recommend. Flies through the subject matter and is tremendously sarcastic and arrogant. Do not take this class.

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MATH1324
Grade: C-
Dec 13, 2015

Don't take his class. I'm great at math and I barely passed his. I repeat DO NOT take his class.

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MATH1324
Grade: B+
Dec 15, 2015

He teaches really fast, but if you take down the notes he writes on the board and ask questions in class its easy. He gives SO many group projects which actually helped my grade. Quizzes are almost every day but most are in groups. Tests are tough but aren't any problems you haven't seen before. Do the homework and stay on top of things

4.0
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MATH1324
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2015

If you do the homework, projects, and quizzes you'll be fine. Im horrible at math but I'm getting a B. Has plenty of office hours and is always willing to help. Extremely sarcastic so do not get offended. Just go to class, do the homework, and STUDY for the tests (look at old quizzes)

3.0
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MATH2413
Grade: B
Dec 19, 2015

He won't explain in lectures unless you ask him to. Study old quizzes then notes then online homework for tests and you'll do fine. Actually study review for final and final will be okay. He's sarcastic and has a dry humor. Group projects are impossible so start early or they will hurt your grade. Helpful at office hours. Does want you to succeed.

2.0
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MATH1324
Grade: B+
Apr 5, 2016

Do not take this guy. He is a horrible teacher and super rude and sarcastic and has 0 chill. The group projects are frequent and very difficult. The tests suck and you have a quiz every day in class.

2.0
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MATH1325
Grade: C-
Apr 29, 2016

Group projects are hard and not easy and take a lot of time. very sarcastic

4.0
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MATH1324
Grade: A
May 2, 2016

Really good teacher if you are good at math. He's a know it all for sure and makes you think. You will have a lot of quizzes but they are group quizzes and they help your grade lot. Group projects are annoying though because they are hard. He's not a tough grader but you have to be on top of your game at all time.

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MATH2414
May 6, 2016

I would have a higher GPA if I had a different prof. He gives his students so much busy work, it's absurd. I spent about 6 hours on most assignments and projects. The exams are difficult, almost unfair. Not clear in his lectures, doesn't explain the material well so you're left confused. Can be helpful when you ask for help.

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MATH2413
Grade: C+
May 7, 2016

I had him for calculus 2 and his was the hardest class I have ever taken. That being said, if you can make it through the insane group projects, the loads of homework, and somehow pass his tests, you will understand the material better than a lot of professors. As hard as the class was, I'm glad I had him.

2.0
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MATH1324
Grade: B-
Aug 18, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This was definitely the hardest class I have taken in college so far. There is a group project due before every test. Most of the projects were more difficult to figure out than the tests. If you go see him for questions on the homework, he is pretty helpful. Tests towards the end of the semester are much easier than the beginning!

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
5.0
MATH1324
Sep 13, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This was the hardest class i have ever taken. If you are a hands on learner DO NOT take this class. He is very sarcastic and not very understanding.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
4.0
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MATH1324
Oct 16, 2016
Would take again

I know a lot of people say he's hard and yes you are going to have to work a little but all, in all he cares about you and your grade and will answer any questions you have. He's sarcastic but I find him funny, I mean not hilarious and more like dad humor but still he's pretty light hearted. Tons of group projects but again he helps you and will answer any of your questions. It's math so your going to have to work but I liked him as a teacher

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
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MATH1324
Grade: C-
Oct 18, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He knows what he is talking about, but he does not do a very good job of explaining. He will put a problem up on the board, work it out himself & put the answer up. His tests are impossible, so don't feel bad if you fail miserably because every does. Be prepared for the endless group projects that are impossible, literally. Lots of HW & pop quizzes

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
GROUP PROJECTS
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MATH1324
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 21, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Making him happy with group projects is impossible. He is so sarcastic, so I never knew if he was being serious or not. He talks to you like a moron, and doesn't explain things completely just sort of gets annoyed that you don't understand. If you're trying to transfer to TAMU DON'T take him, he will hurt your GPA.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
MATH1324
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 31, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I am pretty good at math and have a slight chance at an A do not take if you're lazy or bad at math. Good professor but makes material way more difficult than the other mat 1324 professors.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GROUP PROJECTS
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MATH1324
Nov 7, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Professor Eby is not a terrible teacher, but he makes the class extremely hard. When you think you're getting it, he finds a way to make things more complicated. I would never take him again... Almost everyone dropped out of his class, I wish I did too. Save yourself and your grade and don't take him!!!!!!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
GROUP PROJECTS
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MATH2413
Grade: B
Dec 4, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I'm very good at math. I took calc1 in high school, but I had to take this class again for my major. I got a 5 on the AP calc test. This class was HORRIFIC. If you want to learn math with actual numbers and take tests like the notes, don't take his class. He teaches concept because he thinks you'll learn the material better. The group projects: BAD

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
5.0
MATH1324
Grade: C+
Dec 5, 2016
Would take again

Hes a great and smart professor, but is extremely sarcastic and makes it hard to ask questions. The class is super fast paced and extremely hard. There's a test every 2 weeks covering so much information, along with group projects that has to be done outside of class. This was the hardest class I've ever taken and I usually love math.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
4.0
MATH2413
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He is literally the worst math professor I have ever had in my entire life. if you arent solid and already a genius at math, he is NO help at all. DO NOT TAKE HIM!!!!!!

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
4.0
MATH1324
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He teaches through working out examples with little explanation unless someone asks a question. The first two units were by far the hardest, but they weren't terrible. I got a kick out of his sense of humor, but nobody else seemed to enjoy it. The projects can be a little daunting, but not too bad. This is a calculator heavy class. DO THE HOMEWORK!

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
GROUP PROJECTS
2.0
4.0
MATH2413
Jan 2, 2017
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE HIM. He's really into conceptual stuff especially with projects and his memos which are really hard to do and please him with. Study the worksheets he goes over. He's an alright guy but he's super conceptual.

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
5.0
MATH1324
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I've always been very good at math (AP/ duel credit) but this class was HARD. My class worked harder for our lower grades than other classes. Giant group projects every 2 wks - nearly impossible to get above a B on (hrs invested)+ hmwrk+ tests (study). My grade did jump up 10 points in the last weeks, but I was scared! Very sarcastic. Don't take!!

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
MATH0310
Mar 8, 2017
Would take again

He's a great professor and when I say great I mean he's willing to show/tell you step by step how to solve a problem not like most professors

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
MATH1325
Grade: B-
Apr 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Gives about 4 group projects and they are really hard. You can ask him questions for 10 minutes and after that, he won't help. Skips steps in his lectures, you have to teach yourself. Online homework has unlimited tries and most quizzes are take-home. Exams aren't the easiest so start studying in advance. I've had worse profs but wouldn't take him.

TEST HEAVY
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
5.0
MATH1324
Grade: F
Apr 20, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Papers were due in a MATH CLASS! That sums up everything for you...

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
5.0
MATH1324
May 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

One of the worst teachers I have ever had. Does not explain anything well at all in this class. You have to teach yourself the concepts and he doesn't explain it well. Overall I am really good at math and this class was the worst math class i have ever been to. Way to many Projects. DO NOT TAKE HIM!!!!!!

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
3.0
4.0
MATH1324
Grade: C
May 10, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Mr. Eby has a very odd sense of humor. Very sarcastic and can sometimes make you feel dumb for asking questions. Works through problems very fast. He gives quizzes almost every class period, but allows you to work with the people around you. Lots of homework. Semi-easy grader. Just show up, put in the effort, and he will work with you.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
4.0
3.0
MATH1324
Grade: A
May 11, 2018
Would take again

Professor Eby really does care about how you do in his class and he is more than helpful when it comes to asking for help outside or in class. His lectures weren't boring and he made his tests almost exactly like the quizzes so if you study those before the test than you should be fine. His group projects were hard but there still doable. Take him!

Tough Grader
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
GROUP PROJECTS
2.0
4.0
MATH2413
Grade: C+
Jul 5, 2018
Would take again

You probably need to have taken calculus before to keep up. Lots of online homework but that helps you boost your grade. There are math memos and group projects that are annoying. The test are ok and the quizzes are group.

Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
5.0
MATH1324
Oct 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Had to drop the class. He gave way to much homework and I couldn't keep up with my other classes. Also be aware of a quiz right after everything new thing he teaches you before you even have time to ask questions. He also gave a quiz the second day of class.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
2.0
4.0
MATH1324
Nov 29, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Mr. Eby is the absolute worst math teacher I have ever had. He simply does not teach. He stands at the front of the board copies his notes from the worksheets, and expects us to know the material. The "2" rating is generous. Lots of homework, projects, quizzes almost every class, it is awful. If you can avoid taking him, do it. Save yourselves.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
3.0
4.0
MATH1324
Grade: B
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

This professor has a dad sense of humor. He is test or quiz heavy and project heavy, he does this to have added points to help you pass the course in the end. The class is hard because you are learning new material every three weeks and they don't build on each other. Group projects are more manageable than it seems once you work them out.

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GROUP PROJECTS
2.0
4.0
MATH1324
Grade: C+
Dec 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This professor is very sarcastic. You will have a lot of quizzes/homework, and some projects. Will sometimes work through problems really fast, and you are left lost and confused. Would recommend not taking him.

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
3.0
MATH2414
Grade: B
Apr 18, 2019
Would take again

Calculus 2 :Fair professor. Helpful during quizzes, if you are confused just asked and he'll explain. If you pay attention you'll do fine. Exams are only 7 % a piece and there are 5 of them. This helps if you aren't a good tester!! Overall a nice guy with a sarcastic sense of humor.

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
Beware of pop quizzes
3.0
3.0
MATH1325
Grade: B+
May 7, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I failed every single test and still made a B in the class if that says anything. There is a TON of homework and group quizzes daily. Don't focus on test reviews because they're long and irrelevant. He wants you to make a good grade and gives a lot of extra credit, if you haven't taken calc you will struggle. Group projects aren't that bad.

Lots of homework
Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
MATH2414
Grade: B-
May 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

*sharply inhales* "obviously" his lectures are not very helpful he skips a lot of steps and expects you to fill in the gaps. . He is a nice guy and he's very sarcastic. He also mentions rate my professor a lot in class. the projects are tough but he just gave my group a 100 even though we turned in one incomplete.

Group projects
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
4.0
2.0
MATH1325
Grade: A+
May 14, 2019
Would take again

Everyone on here that says Eby is a bad prof just wants to complain. He goes over the material at the beginning of classes then gives a quiz over it for practice (you can use notes and classmates help). He is very willing to help you if you just ask, and he bumped everyone's grades significantly at the end of the semester.

Accessible outside class
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
MATH1325
Grade: A
May 20, 2019
Would take again

Eby comes off as sarcastic but he does care. If you ask questions he will slow down to answer you. It is a college class so don't expect to cruise through it unless you ask questions. There are a ton of quizzes and projects, they're easy and use them to boost your grade!! I failed 2 tests, never got higher than a B on any and still ended with an A.

5.0
4.0
MATH2413
Grade: B
Oct 17, 2019
Would take again

I took Eby last year and having taken a Cal 2 class in HS I expected to breeze through easily. I was wrong. The coursework is complex and requires a heavy dose of thinking and sometimes the lectures can be hard to follow. However if you're a CS major this class will be beneficial to you and might make later courses seem easier. Also ask questions.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
1.0
4.0
MATH1324
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 6, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He gives a lot of home work and he also does not explain his lectures. His tests are nothing like his reviews DONT WASTE YOUR TIME TAKING HIM

Lots of homework
Test heavy
So many papers
2.0
5.0
MATH2413
Grade: B
Nov 18, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Eby does not teach well in lecture unless you ask a question. He is known for calling things "obvious" or "trivial."There were 5 tests and he structures them weird. There are a takehome portion and an in-class test but the take-home part is also on the in-class exam, very odd. He also likes conceptual problems(ones you would never use in real life)

Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MATH1324
Dec 5, 2019
Would take again

I have always been horrible at math and was terrified of it my freshman year, so if youre bad at math this is the professor to take! He gives lots of quizzes, tests are exactly like quizzes. Make sure to keep up with the homework it will definitely make or break you. I ended up getting an A and his point system definitely works in your favor.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
CALC1325
Grade: A-
Dec 6, 2019
Would take again

He seemed unfriendly at first but he really does care for his students, he gives tons of work but his grading system works in your favor. I bombed 2 tests and still made an A. homework and pop quizzes are how we learned most of the material but he will slow lecture to answer questions if you ask, definitely recommend him if you suck at math

Lots of homework
Group projects
Beware of pop quizzes
4.0
4.0
MATH2413
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2019
Would take again

Calc2 is a very difficult subject but I thought that Eby did a good job teaching it and going over examples to help us better understand the material. He was approachable and would answer any questions that you might have. He assigned group projects that I enjoyed and I felt that they furthered my understanding of the content. Overall a good prof.

Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
MATH2413
Grade: B
Dec 14, 2019
Wouldn't take again

5 tests, group quiz almost everyday of class, 3 projects, lots of online homework. Lectures are hard to follow bc they're fast and he expects you to be able to "ace a precal final if given to you tmrw" so you need to understand precal & trig well. Conceptual way of teaching calc. Helpful during office hours. You will have to work for your grade.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
MATH1325
Grade: Rather not say
Jan 21, 2020
Would take again

There is a quiz at the end of every class. He helps if you have any questions though, so they aren't bad. There is quite a bit of homework, but the way he taught I never had a problem getting it all done with plenty of time. I genuinely enjoyed how he teaches. He does have a very dry sense of humor, but I thought it made the class more enjoyable.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
3.0
MATH2413
Grade: A
May 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If you can, avoid this guy. Although I ace this class, Eby is mediocre at teaching. If you want to follow his lectures, I suggest reading the chapters in the textbook before going into class, which helped me a lot. He can be rough at times but hang there. Hated his sarcasm. DEEEEPPP BBBREEEAAATTHHH obviously...

Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
4.0
MATH1325
Grade: C
May 13, 2020
Would take again

Professor Eby was awesome. Sometimes he will go fast in lecture, but he is always ready to take any questions. I think this is the main reason students have difficulty in this class, is that they are too intimidated to ask for help and try and catch up in their own time. He also lets you work on quizzes with classmates, which really helps.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
MATH1325
Grade: C
May 13, 2020
Would take again

TRULY cannot thank this teacher enough! He does give a lot of quizzes, but they're never a surprise and you're able to use your resources. They do suck, but once they add all up, it gives a huge cushion for your grade overall. He also makes the info understandable. Took this class 3 times and this is the only time I understood what was happening!!!

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
MATH2413
Grade: A
Jun 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Prof Eby is a person who you either like or do not like. His dry personality creates some funny sarcastic humor if you like that kind of stuff, if you do not he seems rude. He was fine professor in that he helps when you need him, but makes really hard homework and quizzes hoping that it will get you ready for the test. But unfortunately it doesn't

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
So many papers
3.0
3.0
MATH1324
Grade: B
Oct 18, 2020
Would take again

Attendance isn't mandatory he takes your hw's and quizzes for attendance. Overall not a bad teacher. Zoom meetings were very short if nobody was asking questions. He will help you but you have to ask. Gives many chances on exams and quizzes to be successful.

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
MATH2413
Grade: A+
Dec 9, 2020
Would take again

The only time you really ever go to class is when you want to ask questions over the homework or quizzes but attendance isn't required. He is very good at making sure you understand the problems you are struggling on. Overall, there was a lot of homework/quizzes every week and tests were pretty tough but he gave extra credit/ 2 attempts on tests

Lots of homework
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
4.0
2.0
MATH1324
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2020
Would take again

EBY has his lectures online from already being posted, but also recorded from actual lecture time to make it easier and to go back and refer to. He gives a decent amount of hw but it is not that difficult once you catch on to it. He helps you but you need to ask and reach out to him first. Overall great prof and I plan to take him again for 1325!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
MTH1224
Grade: A
Jan 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor I have ever had. Did NOT teach the class AT ALL and the little that he did teach was not on the tests. SO much homework that was also NOT on the tests. When asking questions in class he was VERY passive aggressive and rude. The textbook basically taught the class and his lecture videos did not even scratch the surface of the content

Lots of homework
Test heavy
So many papers
1.0
4.0
MATH2413
Grade: B+
Jan 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Probably the worst professor I had since I started college, his online classes would last like 5 mins so I basically taught myself. When there was a problem within ecampus he would do next to nothing to help us, his teaching style was questionable and hated every second, would not recommend, and those who have him for online, I wish you luck

Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH2413
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He gives homework in bulk instead of a few quizzes at a time. He does not teach in class and instead has you watch prerecorded lectures which don't cover the subject material and are hard to follow. He took attendance by showing up to class and if you asked questions he would half answer. The reviews, homework, and test weren't over what he said.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
MATH1325
Grade: A
Mar 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

If you're planning to take him, beware of a few things. He doesn't really teach in class since they're all uploaded online. HWs and quizzes are due during class days, so do them before class, so you can use class time as an opportunity to answer your questions regarding the hws/quizzes (or you can email him if you really need more help).

Participation matters
4.0
4.0
MATH1325
Grade: B
Mar 19, 2021
Would take again

I personally loved this prof because of his sarcastic sense of humor. It's true though, he doesn't teach during the class but you can ask him ANY questions and he is always willing to help with anything, you just can't be afraid to ask. He talks fast and doesn't go over specifics, but he will go out of his way to help. Lots of time on tests and hw.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
MATH1325
Mar 25, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This professors way of teaching during a pandemic is awful. He posts 5 minute lecture videos and doesnt even touch the surface of the material. Truly avoid him at all costs.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
4.0
2.0
MATH1325
Grade: A+
Jun 6, 2021
Would take again

I took EBY for 1324 and 1325 and loved it! He does go a little fast but will always slow down if needed. Attendance was not mandatory and he recorded lectures. I had many 1v1 zoom calls when I got stuck on criteria. He gives out extra credit that is definitely worth doing. Multiple attempts on hw, 3 attempts on quizzes, 2 attempts on exams.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
MATH2413
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 24, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Good teacher if familiar with Calc and learn better with reviewing on your own. The class is fairly enjoyable. He gives a quiz everyday, they are open note open class. His tests mirror the online hw (somewhat) but Id spend a long time studying and still didn't get the grade I wanted. Do the extra credit.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
1.0
4.0
MATH1324
Dec 6, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Eby was a very tough professor, we had "quiz" assignments every day and they were typically due that day. When we would be taking notes he would go over 1 or 2 problems and then give us work that was so different from what we practiced. All the main lectures are online so you have to do it on your own time but even then it's hard to understand.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
MATH1325
Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2021
Would take again

He definitely makes you work for your grade. I would take him again he responds to emails all the time. You take quizzes in the class and you can use your classmates for help so its like group quizzes. If you have questions just ask he will help and explain but you need to speak up. Overall I would take him again if your lost ask for help!!!

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Beware of pop quizzes
4.0
4.0
MATH1325
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2021
Would take again

Prof Eby doesnt have the best reviews, so I was nervous taking him for a 8-week course. However, I think he is a great, honest teacher, and I like the way he grades. There are a lot of quizzes (in class & Pearson) and homework but its for your own benefit! Bc With this class you need practice on the material-Not easy! Hes Willing to help!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
4.0
4.0
MATH2413
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2021
Would take again

Professor Eby is a solid choice for Calc 1. You have daily quizzes and they get annoying after a while, but they really help you in the long run. He's a lenient grader and gives a ton of extra credit on review days before exams. There's a ton of online homework but it's great practice for the tests. Would definitely take him again, very underrated

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
MATH2413
Grade: A+
Jan 12, 2022
Would take again

Awesome professor, he gives great feedback when you ask him questions in class about the assignments. Gives you a lot of homework, but that's necessary since calculus is not easy. Do the homework and quizzes and take your time understanding them, do that and you won't struggle on his test. You do have to study, even if you already took calculus.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Participation matters
4.0
4.0
MATH2413
Grade: A
Jan 21, 2022
Would take again

I'll be honest at first I didn't like Mr. Eby. Expect lots of homework, and almost always a group quiz at the end during class, so you have to watch his videos outside of class, but they aren't long. The great thing about Mr. Eby is that he makes it really easy to succeed as he provides a lot of points on tests for showing work. DO HIS EXTRA CREDIT

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
CALC1325
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 14, 2022

This professor is the most passive aggressive teacher ever. If you genuinely try and don't do great, he will call you a wannabe major. If you have dreams and don't learn from the book and you get this teacher, I'm sorry, he doesn't help any student. He gives you homework that isn't on the tests or quizzes. I'm sorry if you see this.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
5.0
MATH2413
Grade: A
May 22, 2022
Would take again

Attendance isn't mandatory but DEFINITELY SHOW UP!! A lot of the things he covers in lecture shows up again in exams and tests, so make sure to hear him explain the process in person so you know what to do when you take the exam/test. Mr. Eby will go on without you in class, so if you are able to ask a question do so.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH2320
Grade: B+
Aug 10, 2022

I took him for the summer 5-wk course. He posts rlly short lectures that dont really cover anything. I ended up using Khan academy and the hw modules to learn everything. He's honestly a really lazy prof, all his tests are homework questions. You can get a good grade but you'll have to do alot of your own learning and not expect much from the prof

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Graded by few things
3.0
4.0
MATH1324
Grade: A
Sep 1, 2022

A good teacher but rushes through content. I appreciate his willingness to communicate outside of class!

Tough grader
Group projects
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
MATH1314
Grade: C
Oct 10, 2022

Hes a nice professor, but I took his class as an 8 week, and his teaching style is just too fast. He would just go through the lecture but not really explain how to solve any of the questions.

5.0
4.0
1324
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2022
Would take again

I took his class over the summer. The grade you end with depends on how much work you put into the class. If you do all your homework and the bonuses you should be fine. DO THE TEST REVIEWS! If you have a question he will help you. his tests are a little difficult, but that made the final feel easier. you have to put in effort to do well.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
2.0
5.0
1324
Grade: Incomplete
Dec 2, 2022

Mr. Eby assigned homework and quizzes on My Math Lab and the exams were nothing like them. His exams are based on what he taught in class which was frustrating because his way of teaching is extremely fast and confusing. If you're not a super quick learner don't take him.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH2413
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2022
Would take again

Prof. Eby is a great professor. He is very sarcastic and may come across as a little grumpy but he's not the "evil" professor people claim he is. There is a lot of homework but that's typical of a math class. He gives out in class 'quizzes' but you can work with the class and he will answer any questions you have. He gives partial credit on exams.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH2413
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2022
Would take again

Unlike what some reviews say, Eby is actually a very good calculus prof. Tests are structured directly from homework, you can use a calculator on tests, gives REALLY good extra credit opportunities, does a fun "escape room" review before every test (for 10 extra points), in class "group" quizzes, and lastly teaches well structured / fast lectures.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
4.0
3.0
MATH1314
Grade: C
Dec 14, 2022
Would take again

you will get out of this class what you put in. he does go fast during lectures, but the homework system is a good way to catch up and relearn material. if you need help, ask him and he WILL help you understand it. there will always be a group quiz at the end of class, and tests are part online and part in person. be prepared to put in effort!

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
MATH1324
Grade: A
Jan 20, 2023
Would take again

Although 1324 is difficult, Eby is a relatively solid teacher. He is concise with word choice and kinda funny. Despite this, if you tend to struggle with math, I wouldn't suggest any of his 4 or 8 week courses. The class itself is dense and he moves quickly; I recommend a 16 week of his instead.

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 1, 2023

He works problems out at light speed and expects you to have extensive knowledge of everything you previously learned. For example, you must graph y=(lnx^2)^1/2 by memory. He gives out an absurd amount of homework. I worked on it for about 3 hours a night and was still falling behind. Good luck.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
3.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: Not sure yet
May 6, 2023

Even though Eby knows what he's talking about, I felt as if he explained the material poorly and in a rushed manner. Sure you could ask him questions and he will slow down for you, but he expects you to know the material ahead of time. I actually had to look at extra sources so I can understand the material. Other than that, he was alright.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
MATH2413
Grade: B+
May 14, 2023

awful evil man. doesn't teach how to solve anything, just partially writes the problem out on the board and wants us to figure it out. his exams are always confusing and nothing like the review, quizzes everyday, and he genuinely seems like he hates his students and doesn't want us to succeed. he also never puts grades in ecampus.

Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 5, 2023

The worse professor ever. His lectures made little sense, his notes were not helpful, and would be visibly annoyed if I ever asked for explanation during office hours or before class. Any other professor would be better then him. Overall a bad experience and made an already hard class impossible

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
MATH2413
Grade: A+
Oct 25, 2023

He doesn't teach but rather does problems super fast and says you should know how to do so too. He is always nagging about how you will not survive cal 2 if you can't survive his class, however I barely got a B in his class and ended cal 2 with an A. He's so discouraging and tests are like mind games where he tries to trick you. DO NOT TAKE HIM.

1.0
5.0
MATH2413
Grade: B+
Oct 25, 2023

he doesn't teach at all but brags about how fast he can solve problems. He tells you everyday you will not succeed in upper-level math classes but this class is made hard by him. His final is him trying to trick you on technical things such as switching up variable letters. Do not recommend taking him as I didn't learn anything from him.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
MATH2413
Grade: A
Jan 1, 2024
Would take again

Group quizzes over online homework. Do the homework ASAP the quizzes come up fast. Lots of opportunity to work with classmates but don't rely on them. Gives partial credit on exams. Fun group review before each exam, opportunity for extra points. If you find in class lecture hard to follow, there's videos online where he is much easier to follow.

Participation matters
Group projects
Beware of pop quizzes
3.0
4.0
MATH1314
Grade: A+
Jan 16, 2024
Would take again

-very sarcastic teacher that gives a lot of work -lots of extra credit. -Prior experience in calculus is key because his teaching method is very difficult to learn from -Also make sure to go to every single class because he gives a quiz at the end of every class and sometimes at the beginning or middle. -His favorite move is Star Wars

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH2418
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 1, 2024

Genuinely the most painful professor Ive ever had. In no other class is it acceptable to give 5 hmwks and 5 quizzes a week, each with 20 questions, with each question taking at least 3-4 min if you had a perfect understanding. Im pretty sure even this prof wouldn't do this himself. The lecture videos are so basic, you wont learn anything from them.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
MATH2414
Grade: A-
Apr 12, 2024

Worst prof ever! Extremely disrespectful. Clearly doesn't care about students grades. Makes test much harder than notes. Gives quizzes on lectures same day right after teaching it. Online quizzes are useless and will include things never taught. EX: hyperbolic trig functions when they were never discussed in class. "Start Early" iykyk.I dislike him

Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
4.0
MATH2413
Grade: A
Apr 20, 2024
Would take again

Honestly probably one of the best profs I had. He'll make you work, but he knows the material very well and is extremely helpful if you go during office hours. You're expected to watch the video lectures before class, and he goes through everything in much detail in the videos. Overall great professor, I wish I had him for Calc II too.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: A-
Apr 23, 2024

Does two problems to teach whole concept. Doesn't explain anything, just does work on the board without talking. Super snarky and rude. Homework problems are not taught in class. Online quizzes contain material from harder math courses. He won't answer questions directly. Can't possibly get a worse prof than him. Doesn't have helpful test review.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: B+
Apr 23, 2024

Worst professor ever! Does notes on the board and doesnt explain class gets silent as we watch him do it by himself. Quiz at end of class and expects us to know how to do it. Extra credit much harder than actual test and doesnt help with review AT ALL. Online hw and quiz are useless and dont relate to what we learn in class. drop out if you get him

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: B
Apr 28, 2024

Absolutely insufferable. Does not care about student's success or well-being. Horrible lectures where he goes way too fast without explaining anything, and continues to say everything is "obvious" when really it's not. A lot of the online homeworks are not relevant to the lecture and contain material we were not taught. Snarky and rude. DO NOT TAKE

Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: A-
Apr 28, 2024

Poor lecturer and assigns many times the amount of work you'd expect even for a higher level math course. If you don't have any prior knowledge, he makes a hard class even harder by giving impossible quizzes you have to cheat on to pass and doesn't give you time to self study. Gives a decent bit of extra credit and curves like crazy though.

4.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: B+
May 5, 2024
Would take again

The reality of class is that if you stay on top of things, you won't feel lost. If you keep a super high grade in Pearson, it makes a bigger difference than u think. Obviously, a lot of people dont understand his dry humor. Kids assume that when he gives u the quiz and you say thank you and he says "dont thank me yet", that he hates students lol.

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
MATH2414
Grade: A+
May 7, 2024
Would take again

Very sarcastic, but he isn't necessarily being rude. Quizzes almost everyday. Really easy class if your u've already taken the class before. Lots of extra credit opportunities. He will scare you into studying by overplaying the difficulty of stuff, but in the end he's just making sure you are preparing yourself for all possibilities.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
2.0
4.0
MATH2414
Grade: A
May 13, 2024

Hard to keep up with during lectures. says "obviously" to things that aren't obvious, large amount of homework, puts topics in homework that were never covered in lecture and that aren't used in tests, scavenger hunts to earn extra credit on tests.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
2.0
4.0
MATH2318
Grade: A
May 19, 2024

Linear Algebra isn't the easiest class, but his lectures are short and not helpful, there is a lot of hw and quizzes, and the quizzes often have different questions from hw. What I hate is that the tests have like 40-55 questions. The good is that the 3 tests with 2 attempts + final exam makeup 45%, and hw and quizzes are 55% of the grade.

Clear grading criteria
So many papers
4.0
4.0
MATH2414
Grade: B+
Jun 7, 2024
Would take again

I looked to drop this class after the first day, but looking back I am glad I didn't. Eby has a very sarcastic sense of humor and his lectures are very informative for both the homework and the exams. On the exams make sure to study a lot, but is lenient with partial credit. Also a quiz after every lecture, sometimes can take home.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
MATH2320
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 28, 2024

Lectures lack any depth and skips a lot steps (lectures are 10-15mins long). Professors seems like he doesn't even want to teach and doesn't put much effort into teaching the class, but expects a lot of effort from your end. You end up having to watch youtube videos to learn anything in the class.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
2.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: B+
Jun 29, 2024

study ahead for the topic, ur life will be a lot easier. tests are difficult but fair. make sure to study all worksheets and redo them. averaged a 70 for exam and managed to keep my A until last unit. with the amount of hw and quizzes (get highest grade in pearson), ur grade will be ok despite doing bad on exams. eby is smart but horrible explainer

Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
MATH2414
Grade: A
Jul 29, 2024
Would take again

I do not believe he was as bad of a professor as people said. The material is hard but that is just Calculus 2 for you. Your class grade is about 75% tests and the final, but if you are willing to do the exam reviews he offers, you can get lots of extra credit and he is a fair grader. You get out what you put into this class, hard work pays off.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
3.0
MATH2320
Grade: B
Aug 5, 2024

I don't think this professor bothered to teach this class (5 wk summer II). Lectures are typically 5 min long videos, and barely helps at all. Expect to learn a lot, if not, ALL by yourself (I used Khan Academy and Paul's Online Math Notes) and tons of homework. The work itself is not very difficult, but again, lots of material to work with.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
4.0
4.0
MATH2320
Grade: A
Aug 7, 2024
Would take again

Lectures are basically useless since he goes too fast and he doesn't show useful problems. However, I just used the textbooks instead and the class was a breeze. The tests are basically the homework, and he nevers gives you enough time, but he curves heavily. Don't reccomend if you are looking for a gpa boost, but with a little effort you'll pass.

Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 7, 2024

Honestly one of the worst math professors I've ever had. It's clear from some of the reviews that he has self-rated himself on here if that tells you anything. Tests are extremely difficult and his reviews are long and confusing with no solving steps or notes. 0/10

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 11, 2024

Horrible professor and the examples in class don't make any sense bc he doesn't teach the concepts he just goes over how to solve one problem and the expects you to understand. The quizzes and tests are extremely difficult and the test review is useless. He assigns so much homework along with a timed quizzes that it is hard to actually even learn.

Tough grader
Beware of pop quizzes
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH1324
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 25, 2024

If you wanted to find a reason to switch out of your major this is it. Eby is the worst professor I have ever taken in my life. He talks so depressed and does not care about what you make in his class. I swear he only wants his salary and is ready to dip.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: C-
Dec 10, 2024

I have no idea how this professor chose to teach for a living. His genuine disdain for his students is honestly impressive. If you want your professor to not teach, and passive-aggressively speak about how the class can not keep up, this is your guy. He gives massive amounts of homework and tests are very difficult.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: C
Dec 10, 2024

Many hours of out-of-class tests, usually 2 at an hour each, 3 retakes. The lecture notes weren't great, and entire subjects were skipped or explained unintuitively like parametric equations. I had best results from watching as many YT videos at 5 times speed on the given subject while doing the homework as I could.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: C
Dec 18, 2024

He does not care about his job. If you are going to have him as a professor just know most people would rather get tortured in Guantanamo Bay. Impossible to learn from him as he only solves problems without teaching the concept. You will spend 99% of the semester teaching yourself.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: D+
Dec 29, 2024

He gave a couple of extra credit assignments near the end of the semester, but they barely did anything. He doesn't care about failing the majority of the class, so don't bank on him curving your grade.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
4.0
4.0
MATH1325
Grade: A
Jan 10, 2025
Would take again

Took Math 1325 as a minimester. He warned us that it was a LOT of work and he did not lie. He had video lectures that were fine, but not amazing. I'm not sure whether his ratings are low because lots of minimester students... It was 6 hours a day some days so be ready for the lift... but he gave extra credit and lots of attempts on quizzes/tests.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH1324
Grade: Not sure yet
Jan 16, 2025

For anyone who may be reading this, DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS! On the first day of class, he said “whatever” after every sentence he spoke. He is simply there for his paycheck. Be prepared to spend time outside of class teaching yourself! I will never take a course from him again. Yall, he has a bad rating for a reason.

1.0
5.0
2412
Grade: Not sure yet
Jan 16, 2025

Very monotonous professor, lectures are very boring, explains things poorly, honestly might just be better off with self teaching. You get what you give if you give good effort you will get a good grade, fair grader. The biggest downside is that attendance is mandatory due to there being a quiz nearly everyday, but the lectures give you nothing.

1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: C+
Jan 31, 2025

Useless lectures. Study Pearson sections. My final grade was calculated wrong, did not put in the final credit I did, and after back and forth on email, I had to calculate my own grade and ask him to change it, where he did not even double check and change it, he just said "even if that was your real grade, it wont change your letter grade"

Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: C+
Feb 7, 2025

Avoid at all costs. Take this class in the summer if you have to. The joy in your life will wither away in this class. Insane amount of homework, quizzes for every non-test day. Lectures will teach you nothing. DO NOT TAKE.

Lots of homework
So many papers
1.0
5.0
2412
Grade: B+
May 5, 2025

Logged 85 hours on Pearson. Expects you to have already taken his class. Other subjects on test that his class is prerec for(chem/bio). Will take 10 mins to teach two+ units. Wants you to fail. Won't give credit for online typos, tells you to redo assignment for one point. Puts things not in the curriculum on assignments/extra credit/test reviews.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH2413
Grade: B-
May 10, 2025

Definitely not for the weak. Homework and quizzes/tests are hard and tricky, which can be a little discouraging but it pushes you to study harder next time. If you keep pushing, it pays off in the long run. Also, you're better off self-teaching and studying off of Pearson; don't rely solely on his lectures. Overall: I saw enlightenment.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
3.0
4.0
MATH2414
Grade: A
May 12, 2025

Hours of homework for every class, and a quiz everyday in class (usually group quizzes). His lectures are okay, but I learned most from the homework. Not super friendly, but there were extra credit opportunities for each test and one project for extra credit. Tests were easier than the homework and reviews, and similar to the in class quizzes.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
1.0
2.0
MATH2320
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 24, 2025

Was away for a whole week and didn't respond to emails. Doesn't give enough time to solve problems in the latter half of the course. Two exams and a cumulative final within two weeks. Exams are based on homework, but if you don't get any partial credit or curve on exams.

Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH2320
Grade: C
Aug 14, 2025

Poorly structured course with up to 8 assignments due in one day. Short, low-quality video lectures; expect 8+ hrs/day on homework. Online tests give no partial credit. Communication is awful—took multiple emails, a spreadsheet, and a grade breakdown to fix a grading error. Avoid this professor.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: C-
Dec 2, 2025

PLEASE DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR. LIFE IS HELL. He doesn't teach, I had to learn everything from online myself. He is NOT helpful or understanding if you ask him a question - teaches very fast and expects you to make the calculations in ur head. He gives way too much HW, - different ?s than tests. rude. HIGHLY RECOMMEND " NOT " TO TAKE HIS CLASS.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
MATH2305
Grade: C-
Dec 8, 2025

Actual dumpster fire of a class. Exams are usually MORE than 60 questions due within an hour, with a paper portion due an hour after finishing. That means you are expected to spend less than a minute on each question, which is TERRIBLE. If he wasn't the only Discrete Math professor, I would run for the hills

Tough grader
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH2305
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2025

You get 60 minutes to do 70+ questions.. wow. Most questions take around 2-4 minutes to do. I would be surprised if the class average gpa was over a 2.0. Tons of homework and it will take you HOURS to complete since they're so lengthy. If you have the opportunity to take another professor, do so. Because everyone I know is failing

2.0
5.0
MATH2414
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 9, 2025

Class is super hard, lectures suck because he doesn't teach material, he just does problems on the board. He will answer questions though. Usually 2-3 hours of homework each day, and expect a quiz in class every day (usually group quizzes except for like 2). I gave him an extra star bc he does give numerous extra credit opportunities.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
5.0
3.0
MATH2414
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2025
Would take again

Great Professor! There is a lot of homework. There are in-person quizzes every class, and some were even take-home quizzes that were due at the start of the next class. There was an individual project that gave 4% extra credit towards the end of the semester. Grading is done on a point system. There was LOTS of extra credit.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
MATH2414
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2025
Would take again

Overall he is a really good teacher and cares about student's actually learning the content. He is a very lenient grader and since his tests are mostly free response you get some credit for showing work. You have to ask questions if it does not make sense otherwise he just keeps going. Group/take home quizzes and extra credit too. Good guy

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
MATH2414
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2025
Would take again

Point based system in this class makes it really easy to make an A. If you do the work you will get a good grade. There is plenty of extra credit opportunities and studying for the exams is super straight forward, just practice.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Respected
4.0
3.0
MATH2414
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2025
Would take again

This class takes a lot of effort. Every lecture matters because new material is always introduced. Quizzes happen after every lecture, although they are manageable, often group, and sometimes take-home. Exams are fair. The professor is helpful, though a bit snarky. The workload is heavy, but if you put in the time, you'll be rewarded.

EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
MATH2414
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2025
Would take again

I think he is a great professor! He is very caring and offers a lot of extra credit, which is super helpful. His tests are relatively easy and are mostly frq so you get partial credit. He is patient with questions, but lectures move quickly and he may gloss over topics unless you ask. Be prepared for lots of homework and quizzes every class.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
MATH2305
Grade: C-
Dec 12, 2025

Don't listen to the positive comments, they probably are him or got extra credit to say that bs. He replaced my exam grades with 0's the day grades were due for no reason. My honorlock exam shut off mid exam, I emailed him and screenshot of what happened and me contacting honorlock, no response. Absolutely evil..

1.0
5.0
MATH2414
Dec 13, 2025

This class made me lose the will to live.

3.0
3.0
MATH2414
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

Professor Eby is a mixed bag. On one hand, he assigns lots of homework and quizzes, his lectures are 95% problem-solving with little explanation, and he seemed to hate our class at the beginning of the semester. However, he offers plenty of extra credit and gives fairly straightforward exams. With consistent self-study, the class is manageable.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
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