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“ADVICE: AT ALL COSTS DO NOT TAKE HER”
MATH2414 - 1.0 rating“She is rude, if you ask her a question she will tell you in front of the whole class to "look in your book" (obviously I didn't understand the book that's why I am asking you) She does not teach, she does not help, definitely the worst professor I have ever had”
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Reviews (107)
SHES AWESOME
Explains things real well. Only negative is that she gives a lot of homework and has homework checks.
She's the best math teacher i've had since high school, if you take her for College Algebra she won't check your home work unless its a worksheet she gave you.
She is a great teacher. She and Mrs. Balesky are two of the greatest teachers i've had. I just wish i knew when they were teaching college algebra. At first i didn't think i was going to do very well in her class but i got an A. She's pretty cool and definitely funny!
Great Teacher!!! Keeps You Focused And Makes It Fun!!! She Comes Off Kinda Crazy At Times But In A Funny Way!!! Do Your Homework Or Atleast Write Down The Problems Cuz She Gives Homework Quizes That You Can Use Your Homework On (about 5 questions)!!!
she is bad i loved math before i meet her. all she does is tell jokes. if you want to here jokes take this class. thats all she does
She was very nice, but unfair. Her pre-tests that she would give out were really easy & went along with the tests, but the actual tests were hard & had tons of problems we didn't go over. It can't even count how many quiz's I got back that I failed because I didn't show my work.
She is the best teacher to get, I can't wait till the fall to take her again. She's cool and funny, and not at all bad on the eyes.
she is really easy!!! She helped me understand the math I thought I never could learn! All the sh** I learned in High School was hard for me. Taking her class made it fun and it was easy to learn it that way!All you have to do is do your homework she assignes and the quizzes are done!the tests are based on the homework as well! Good Luck!
she is sooo sweet! such a nice woman. funny too. i made an A in her class.
she is way nice she helps you alot and the good part is she doesn't ship steps like most other teachers do.
great teacher. funny. interesting. makes learning algebra a pleasure. not too hard on the eyes either. helpful. love being in her classes.
She definitely knows her sh*t. Math seems to be a language that makes total sense to her. Must do homework (problems in back of book) in order to do well in her class, and math period. I made a B only cause I let up when summertime was near!
She's Crazy lol in the good way,, her teaching is really practical,, she's funny always pops out a joke,, interesting but algebra was just not for me :)
Fun and interesting-will get you involved, which aids in the understanding of the material-do homework, and don't be scared to ask questions. MOST IMPORTANT--LAUGH at her wierd jokes!!
Very good teacher. She really understands math. Her class is definately not boring. Will help if asked. Pay attention, ask questions, do work, study and you should do ok. Not an easy class, but it shouldn't be. Highly recommended.
This class has been extremely challenging for me. She gives "speed exams" that I can never finish and keep up with.
fun teacher. she was my AP stats teacher in high school. helpful... liked the stories too. =)
she's not so easy! she teaches way to fast && grades harsh! && her jokes are not funny at all lol
Dont take her class. She only talks about all the drama in her life... I tried hard & still made a bad grade.. She teaches way too fast & doesnt explain a thing.
I would definately not recommend her class if you are not on top of your math. She makes you feel dumb when and if you ask a question just because she knows math like the back of her hand. She seems like she is just there for her enjoyment and love of math- not to help YOU! WAY TOO FAST in everything.
Mrs. May is awesome, she is very smart and will probably lose you and not care. She's hilarious, awesome teacher. Really funny, willing to help anyone.
Mrs. May is not mean or rude. She's honest.. she does talk about her life and it's hilarious. You don't have to try hard in this class to pass. Just know your stuff on test day. She gives take-homes too. If you passed alg 2 in high school you can pass this class. Some people are stupid and don't like her, because she doesn't like stupid people.
Good teacher. A little immature for a Professor. It is hard to judge Math Teachers. They could have gone into engineering or other fields, but chose Math. If you don't have a PHD, which is why she teaches at Comm. College, and you're a professor, I'm sure you're life would be full of drama too. Just show up, prepare for class, and do homework
Horrible!!!Don't take her!!!She doesn't teach and if you ask for help she'll turn you down.You teach yourself and the book becomes your best friend!!!
I was a straight A math student all my student career until I got to this class. She moves way fast and I ended up having to drop the class after a couple of weeks. Don't recommend unless you already kinda know Calculus II. I felt like I had to have known the subject BEFORE signing up for the class.
If u like teachers who just teach, not for you. She talks about her life quite abit, sometimes annoyingly. This class was super easy but I am a math genius (j/k). Her notes are pretty clear, but when u ask a question sometimes makes u feel stupid. I stopped going to her class for 2 months, and still got a B, but im a genius remember, lol. Ok class.
She is very HOT!!! If you do ten home work problems a night you will make an a. If you hate home work and are smart you will make a c like me!
She knows what she's teaching but doesn't know how to explain and break it down for you. Her class consist of 3 Exams with 3 Notebook grade, 2 mini projects, and a Final. She's not that bad cause she gives extra credit. Just stick it out and you'll do fine :)
she is so great..if u have problems outside of school she is willing to work with u..she makes alot of jokes during class(some funny, some corny) she is the best..TAKE HER!! u only need the book for homework and do the homework cuase there is a quiz from it every week..they are easy 100s!
She's an amazing woman but her class is extremely advanced. You need TRUE dedication otherwise you won't pass. She loves math and it comes easy to her. She's a great professor but her exams are super hard and unpredictable. She's a great challenge.
I liked this teacher alot, pretty easy to understand (I was in remidial math 0305) she gives alot of oppertunities to make a good grade, alot of extra credit, bounus q's, ect. You really have to do your work and homework and pay attention. I started slacking on my work and failed test 2 but I started working hard and got an A. Good teacherifyoutry.
Great teacher. Smart, funny, and helpful. Easy on the eyes. Best math class I have ever taken.
Do yourself a favor and do NOT take this teacher! Her class is extremely hard. Fundamentals of Math 1350 with Mrs. Eska was a breeze and I though this class would be similar, but NOT AT ALL! May is not helpful, annoying and teaches WAY TOO FAST! Unless you are a math genius, I highly do not recommend her!
I took Mrs. May for Algebra and Stats and think she is one of the best teachers I have ever had. If you struggle with math and want an easy grade, you might look elsewhere; but, if you struggle with math and have a strong work ethic, she offers many opportunities to make a good grade. She has a great sense of humor and makes math enjoyable. A++++
Great professor! She is very clear, and makes the class so intresting. The class its self is hard but she dumbs it down for all of us that struggle in math. I have taken college algebra with a couple of professors and i could never pass, and this professor helped me endlessly. SHE IS AWESOME!!1
Take her class. Not an easy course, but she makes it fun. SanJac's finest (and I mean finest) teacher.
She is a very awesome teacher and teaches well but you have to really understand whats she is teaching because later you will get lost..and she makes a lot of funny jokes it was great but i needed to study a lil harder
She is a great teacher for those that like math. If you struggle in math you might have a hard time keeping up. But overall she is a funny teacher.
She was very hard to take notes from. She seemed to think she was funny and a wonderful teacher but did not realize that she was not explaining things well at all. I had never had a hard time in any class before this one (this is my second year) and I ended up dropping. I'm not wonderful at math but can do it as long as it's explained. Bad teacher!
Super funny. She really explained everything step by step. She does go fast, but she cracks some jokes too. BUT I THINK SHE'S Awesome. I learned a lot. Plus I think she looks kind of sexy too. hahaha You'll love her.
Awful, awful, awful- to say the least- do yourself a favor and stay far far away from this professor... no joke. Cannot actually teach the material to save her life. Only math-wiz people or those who study longgg and hard pass the class!
I just posted and made a mistake on the previous post... she is not easy, I meant to rate a 1 NOT a 5 on the easy section.
Please do not take this lady! If at all possible, chose anyone else! Her teaching style is not acceptable.
Best math teacher, hands down. Take her class and thank me later.
She is really helpfulif you really care to study and i was failing this class but ended up with a B miracle but it's only because of her. she works with you and very understanding and is available to help you at any time. the class wasn't easy and if you do your work you are on the safer side. i reccommend her higly
No, NO, NO! Please chose another professror to take MATH 1351 with. This lady is not wonderful as most of the posts reflect. I made a B in the class so I am not saying don't take her because I made a poor grade. She is sarcastic and not interested in seeing her students succeed- to say the least!
Great and funny teacher.Love her! Easy class, attendance is mandatory, homework 10% of your grade. A few quizzes here and there. 4 tests I believe, which if you did the homework r REALLY easy. She tells you what topics will be on test, so just review through the chapter section reviews. Need some trig background for the course. Recommend her!! :)
I've taken her for trig, pre cal and cal 1. Her classes are hard but she will work with you and is very helpful. She genuinely cares that her students are doing well. As long as you do homework and study, you will do fine in her classes. She's also really funny.
Ended up in her class by accident and enjoyed it so much ive stuck with her from trig all the way thru cal1. She is very helpful and really does care about her students. She is challenging and only recomend her to serious students who are willing to work hard. Her classes are not the kind where you can blow off the hw and expect decent grades.
Took for precal before I realized that I could have just skipped it and gone straight to Calculus. Even if I already knew basically everything in the class, I still enjoyed it and May gives very good, clear notes, and is also quite funny. Would love to have her for stats.
To be honest with you, Ms. May is a pretty funny lady. However, her teaching style is what killed me. I felt like she always told stories in class and when it came time to actually teach all she would do is work a problem on the board and say "That's how you do it!" and then she would move on to the next thing. I wouldn't take her again.
she is funny but she teaches too fast if u a beginner at math
Hard but rewards hard work be sure to budget ur time wisely if u want an A. All her courses involve a lot of work but the upside is even if u get a b or c you will still learn / gain better math skills from her than other teachers who give easy a's
She is hard on her students,expects a lot from us, but she will reward your hard work. learned a lot in her class. Never be afraid to ask her questions,she is always anxious to help.She is a good quality teacher.
Teaches way too fast, and will not go over material she has not taught, yet expects us to know. If you do not have 3x the amount of class time to devote to the class do not take her. Way way way too demanding.
I absolutely LOVED Ms. May! She's a fast paced teacher, especially since I took it in the 3 week mini. I hadn't taken any math since the last summer so I was a little rusty but as long as you do the homework, it's very possible to get an A. Not an easy A though, you do have to earn it. Reviews "mirror" tests, but it is not exactly like the tests.
she is an awesome teacher. extremely helpful. if you don't have a work ethic, don't take her class, you won't pass.
She's a good teacher but there are a lot of holes in her lectures. She explains certain concepts but, not to there full content. Sledge is way better at explaining things and breaking everything down so it's comprehensive. If you?re the person that always asks the question "why", don?t bother taking Ms. May.
Ms. May is awesome I took her in a 6 week summer class and I actually understood everything she's gives you hw on everything and she always knows how to keep you interested in math! She has a sense of humor which makes everything better! I went 3 times a week for 3 hours and I was never bored! TAKE HER! I wish I could take her for cal :(
Ms. May is awesome and hot. Came in to Calc 1 expecting to die, but came out with an A. All her homework is online and SUPER helpful. If you struggle, do the homework online and you'll pass. 3 projects which are fairly hard , test are straight forward as well.
Ms. May is absolutely wonderful and is the reason I changed to a math major. You have to go to class, pay attention and do homework- it's college! I've had her for 4 out of 5 of my math classes. She's hilarious and if you need help, email her or go to her office; she likes helping if you just ask. She lectures quickly to cover everything so keep up
Extremely helpful. Always willing to work problems you are having trouble with. A lot of work in the class, but it's worth it. If you really want to learn and are willing to work hard, take Ms. May. She's also very funny and friendly and class is never boring. I'll prob end up with an A or B.
She is tough and moves fast in class, but she is very helpful and available if you need extra help, she covers exactly what is on the test. If you go to class and pay attention you shouldn't have a problem. She is funny too! And good looking. :)
Professor May is a phenomenal person in general. She was willing to write me a recommendation letter that was apparently good enough to get me a big scholarship! So needless to say she will go above and beyond to help a student so long as they ask. Also, she loves making jokes and her lectures are crystal clear. Take her!!!
She is great! Tough class but if you go to her with your questions she will always be willing to help you!
This is the professor you need to take it. Let me tell you, that this is not an easy professor but as long as you do you hw you will be good. She is more than willing to help and answer questions. She is very nice and makes the lectures interesting. I would take her again. 100% recommended
Hands down the best math professor I've had. She's willing to go above and beyond to help you if you don't understand anything. Her tests are challenging. Be warned, she will BURN you on a small quiz in order to prepare you for her tests. This is for your benefit so you aren't surprised come test day. Also, she's hilarious! Great humor.
Ms. May is a great teacher. She will NOT take your BS so if you are looking to just slide your way through the class, she will gladly call your bluff - publicly. She has a very dry, sarcastic sense of humor so if you get butt hurt easily I would not recommend her. She is patient and helpful as long as you show your commitment to her class.
Do not take her online. She is not helpful nor her notes and videos she takes from youtube. She basically doesn't teach you much. You have to learn everything on your own and the MML you pay doesn't help much. Waste of time to take online.
Calculus. I took it online, had to come in for final! She is very nice and easy going and definitely a HUGE HELP and caress bout her students. If you are REQUIRED to take calculus or math, TAKE HER!
BEST INSTRUCTOR EVER!For a student who isn't so great with technology nor online classes,this was an easy pass.She really helped me every step of the way.Also, she gives plenty of sources for you to follow through with each chapter.Very quick to respond with a sense of humor She really cares about her students! Easy class to pass! :) Must take!!
I took a 3 week mini statistics course with May. Large workload, worked on homework/studying for about 4 hours a day outside of class due to the limited about of course time. Although the class is challenging, Ms. May is great at teaching the material and helping students to understand it (I am not a math person). DO NOT BE LATE TO CLASS.
She was an ok professor. I took her in a 3 week minni. Her method of lecture was very very fast paced. As well as the course being a minni. It required ALLOT of much time and dedication. She helped with questions if you had any. I wouldn't take her again. But if your good at math and have allot of time on your hands go for it...
took a 5 week summer session. she is a very good teacher. she's funny, and very intelligent. tests are hard, but you study and it's fine. one of the best college professors i've had. and she seems to have a personal interest in every student. i would definitely recommend her
I am taking her for College Algebra and I would ABSOLUTELY NOT recommend her to anyone. She is rude, if you ask her a question she will tell you in front of the whole class to "look in your book" (obviously I didn't understand the book that's why I am asking you) She does not teach, she does not help, definitely the worst professor I have ever had.
I was recommended to take her for calculus, unfortunately worst decision of my life. Yes she is intelligent person but does not know to how lecture. You have to do a project that is broken down by two parts, labs that are due basically before you take an exam, then do homework on top of that.
I regret for not dropping this class. She will give a pop quiz without informing you ahead. Then, one time we had a quiz without using a calculator. She will give you a review paper to get prepared but guess what? Their was a problem was not even in her lecture. She will expect you that you study from the book. Her lecture too much confusing.
Good teacher, but the class is hard in itself. Stats is hard subject and she was very helpful in making sure we knew what we were doing. A lot of homework, project, and quizzes but she drops some in the end so that helps. You neeeeed the textbook cause she pulls examples. Overall okay class, you need to be committed to it.
The most egotistical professor I have ever had the displeasure of encountering. The exams are quite impossible to pass, its her strategy to force students to seek help from her directly, she craves adoration and demands to be an important part of a students life so MASSIVE home work load. ADVICE: AT ALL COSTS DO NOT TAKE HER!!!!!!
She refers to herself in her mass emails to students as M.O.M (Made Of Muscle) defiantly hilarious but she's also Bat XxXx insane. Pop quizzes over material we just covered in lecture, purposefully putting material we have not learned on the test " just to see what happens" . oh and in addition to having insane standards May's lectures are awful
DO NOT TAKE HER! Does not even lecture well.
Her lectures are not long, in fact she will allow class time for you to do your home work, some times as much as an hour. She does this to mask the fact that her lectures are awful But don't expect the exams to be easy, she also has to hide that fact she is not that bright. Ask a challenging question and your likely to be met with hostility.
Horrible explanation!! Never give more examples. Her test so difficult! Be prepared!! If your good in math take her but if your not good please don't!!!
She is an ok professor. You can ask questions and she will answer. She will reply emails as well. However, the structure of her test are tough! I found it really difficult because it is different from the review. Unfortunately, I stayed in the class and I got a D. This affected my GPA big time! Very good in math take her Not that good its up to you
I just finished the winter mini for stats with Ms. May and she was wonderful. Not an easy class, and I very much dislike math, but she knows her stuff and does her best to help you. Don't take her if you're very sensitive (dry-humored lady), or think she'll hand out passing grades. Do the required work and then some. This is college, people!
She is a horrible teacher. She is never clear on her statements and will do everything in her power to make you fail.
If math is your thing, this class will be an easy A. If math isn't your thing she will be hard, Sherlock. She is hilarious. Seems like no one here can take a few jokes.
I took her for the spring semester and had a great time in her class. i learned a lot considering i very interested in math. you must attend class though because missing a day can hurt you. overall a very great teacher. recommend her over the other proffesors at san jac central.
If you are terrible at math then dont take this class but if you have a decent understanding, study, and ask questions then you will get the grade you deserve. She does offer extra credit, she will help you if you have questions, and she is extremely responsive when it comes the emails. Tests are very hard so study. Summary: tough but fair
Ms. May is self-obsessive and egotistical, mixing in stories about her morning breakfast with course material. If your gifted in math avoiding her is a must, She will create a test quite improbably to pass only to reduce a students confidence and ensure her apparent superiority, I received a B for an A's worth of work. No joke, DON'T TAKE HER
Well its over and I failed but there is a few things I will say: Across the bored everyone hated her class, her exams , her strange behavior, the home work load. Her self interested stories during lecture that had nothing to do will calculus. I registered late I really have myself to blame, I knew she was defiantly not the best. stay away.....
Ms. May, I am aware you write your known reviews. "Just saying "
Took Stats online during the Spring 2015. Taken her before a couple years ago for College Algebra. She is VERY clear on what she expects. For online stats everything you need, she puts on blackboard. USE you mathlab! It has practice quizzes (DO THEM). Professor May also does voiceovers so she can teach you with her voice! I highly recommend her!
She is very knowledgeable but disorganized. She jumps around a lot and I think it's bc she has been doing is so long that she knows what she's talking about but the students are confused. have to learn to teach yourself. Tests are nothing like homework. Pick the hardest problems from HW written in an alternative way and that's the test,.
She will NOT review precal topics much if you take Calculus 1 with her. It is hard core stuff. Be prepared.
Ms. May is a GREAT professor. She is tough, but is more than willing to help you understand. Her lectures are clear, she knows what she is talking about and loves it. She likes when you have questions and responds to emails. Homework is not an option, but is SO beneficial for this class. If you are willing to work, I would DO IT. End of story.
Ms. May is awesome. She is always willing to help you. She is very smart, funny, sarcastic, and super helpful. She responds to emails quickly and encourages you to have questions for her. Homework is assigned online and is a grade, but is very helpful. This class is not easy, but very fair. Projects? Yep. Overall, I would recommend taking Ms. May!
I loved Ms. May! She made me love math even more than I already do. I wish she was going to be my teacher for every math class. Best teacher I've ever had. She is hilarious and makes learning math fun. Hardly reviews past math classes so make sure you review them before you attend her class.
If you are a whiner and need constant hand-holding, or need a class that allows you to get an A with no effort, or are generally an awful student with no real plan to finish school, you should probably take this class elsewhere. Ms. May knows her stuff, expects you to be an adult. If you can't hang with the big dogs, stay on the porch. JUST SAYING.
Professor May provides so much support for her online classes unlike other professors. She posts video lectures for each chapter and even did an live online test review for the final. The class is not so hard if you do the work on time. I would definitely take her again if I could.
Great teacher overall. She has a very specific sense of humor, but overall cares about the students as long as they put work in. She teaches fast but through.
She is willing to help a student who wants to help themselves. If you don't try than she won't try for you but if you come to her with questions or need some one on one time, she does what she can to make that happen and doesn't leave you in the dark to fend for yourself.
Professor May is AWESOME! Her assignments are very clear and straightforward. If you need help with any assignment she is very quick to respond to any questions you have. Great sense of humor and overall a great course to take online or in person. For the online course we had quizzes after our chapter sections and 3 unit exams and 1 final exam.
May is rude and leaves lots of holes in her lectures. She takes off 10 points for notation. She speeds through lecture and doesnt answer questions. I definitely do not recommend.
She's not bad, but this class is not an easy A. So do the homework and you will pass.
Good teacher, but you have to work hard for your grade she does not give you an easy A
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
80%
Textbook Required
100%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
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Grade Distribution
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0306
5.0
(1)0305
5.0
(1)COLLEGEALGEBRA
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(1)MATH
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(1)PRECA2312
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(1)Difficulty by Course
2413
5.0
2414
5.0
CALG1314
5.0
PRECA2312
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PRECA2330
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