4.1

Joan Derosa

Mathematics - Community College of Philadelphia

4.1
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
77%
Would Retake
119
Reviews
4.1
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
4.1
Helpful
4.2
Clarity

77%

Would Retake

119

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What Students Say

Cost me $700 to take a horrible class, wouldn't reccommend to my worst enemy

MATH118 - 1.0 rating

The class is not hard but Ms DeRosa as a person and teacher is horrible

MATH118 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

82%

Textbook Required

44%

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Clear grading criteria (34)
Caring (22)
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Amazing lectures (17)
Inspirational (16)
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Reviews (119)
3.0
3.0
MATH017
Nov 3, 2011

She was okay i had her for 3 hours every monday and i suggest dont do that unless you actually know math. Shes an good teacher but i just suck at math and when she goes over things she goes over them really fast so keep up. She will answer your questions but kind of make you feel a little dumb for asking them if your lost. "Just a tad". Just me idk

5.0
2.0
MATH118
Nov 3, 2011

I had this teacher a year ago. She was fantastic. She made powerpoint presentations, used the smart board, and spent time answering all questions and having you try problems while in class so you understand. She makes everything easier. If you fail, it's because you didn't do the work. Wish I had her for precalc!! Highly recommended!

5.0
2.0
MATH118
May 13, 2012

If you show that your serious she will devote time during class and via e-mail to help. She creates power points for each individual class, and is very focused on helping you pass the final.Great teacher don't be put off by her sassy nature she works with high school students all day so when she comes to college shes ready to deal with adults.

3.0
3.0
MATH000
Oct 10, 2012

I could be wrong but she seems prejudiced to me. She makes insensitive comments with out even knowing so. Very unprofessional. She seems to enjoy belittling students and makes smart remarks that are uncalled for. She is a good instructor, but her attitude just stinks. Seems to get irratated if you don't understand or ask too many questions.

5.0
2.0
MATH118
Nov 19, 2013

Very helpful and you can tell she loves what she does.

5.0
3.0
MATH118
Nov 19, 2013

Professor DeRosa wants her students to have success. She makes her lesso clear. She post her notes on the webpage for future reference.

5.0
1.0
MATH017
Jan 16, 2014

Great teacher!!! She explains how to do everything. All homework is online and you have unlimited times to get 100%. Easy clas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
1.0
017
Jan 28, 2014

Best Math Professor you will have. Easy class, she explains clearly how to do the problems. All Hw and quizzes is online and you have unlimited attempts to get a good score. EASIEST CLASS EVER. Just pay attention and listen.

4.0
2.0
MATH017
Grade: Pass
Mar 30, 2014

Mrs. DeRosa is a great teacher she cares a lot about her students. She makes sure she gives credit to those who give an honest effort. take her class participate, do your hw and you will do well.

5.0
1.0
118
Nov 5, 2014

Uses mathlab for quizzes, unlimited trys. Rarely uses the book in class because she brings in here own powerpoint presentation. Which is more helpful than what the books says. She teaches the class in a way that you'll understand. Even if you're really bad at math you'll understand her. She Explains and shows every single steps and possibilities.

5.0
1.0
017
Nov 10, 2014

Professor DeRosa is a great teacher. We never use a book, tests are online which have unlimited attempts. The only thing I don't like about her is that she has a tendency to cut people off in the middle of there questions, and that gets really annoying. Other than that she's a great math teacher!

5.0
1.0
MATH101
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2014

I absolutely hate Math and always passed through by the skin of my teeth. Professor DeRosa really made sure the entire class knew what we were doing before she moved on. We went over things often and she very rarely gave tests. Just make sure you have the access code for the online quizzes. You can take them unlimited times.

4.0
2.0
MATH118
Mar 14, 2015

I failed math in high school, so I'm amazed I'm sitting in her class with an average of 98.7 right now. She gives you a lot of tools to use and a lot of ways to practice. Everything is spelled out clearly. I wish she could teach Precalc and Calculus too; I would definitely take her class again.

3.0
5.0
017
May 4, 2015

Teacher didn't tell me I was failing her class. I didn't like her as a teacher. She needs to be more tentative. I wouldn't take her again.

4.0
1.0
118
May 8, 2015

DeRosa is good. One thing though that will piss you off about her is that she spends so much time on reviewing previous class material that she barely leaves anytime for new material. She'll start teaching something new literally in the last 10min of class. Seriously? Also she helps way too much, and lets confused people ask way too many....

5.0
3.0
118
Grade: A+
Jun 22, 2015

Wonderful

5.0
1.0
MATH017
Grade: A+
Sep 9, 2015

I am usually horrible in Math! All through my life, I struggled! I took Professor Derosa's summer course 017 and passed with an A! She makes Math seem so easy! She explains each step in depth over and over so you really get it! I am taking 118 with her now and I already know I am going to get an A! I wish I could take my statistics class with her!

3.0
3.0
MATH118
Feb 1, 2016

Ms DeRosa has a fine teaching style, done through powerpoint presentations,and the work is straightforward. The class is not hard but Ms DeRosa as a person and teacher is horrible. If you miss a test due to an emergency, even a death in the family, you get a 0. If you try to discuss it with her, she gives canned responses and will not help you.

5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 24, 2016

Prof DeRosa is a very good teacher. I have always struggle with math and she make it seem easy. She does expect you to attend all classes because we cover a lot of material in one class and when you miss a class it is hard to get caught up. Also if you talk to Prof DeRosa about missing a test before the day of the test she will make accommodations.

5.0
1.0
MATH118
Grade: B
Apr 20, 2016

Yes! I love Professor DeRosa! She made Math so much easier for me than ever before. Topics that I thought I would never understand, I understood her first lessons. I wish she taught higher level math courses, that would save me so much! Take her! Don't hesitate.

1.0
2.0
MATH118
Grade: A-
Dec 17, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She is very rude, she dosent like answering questins. She's even got a smart ass attitude ,for no reason! her work is easy ,if you really practice you can get an A

5.0
2.0
MATH118
Grade: A+
Jan 18, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Derosa is the best math professor you can ever find. I received an A+ in her class which was actually a 100%. If you don't take advantage of the mylabs, then your going to have an issue. She is always willing to stop the entire class, until everyone fully understands the material. Just never hesitate to ask questions, that's my only advice!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Feb 10, 2017
Would take again

Professor DeRosa is an awesome teacher. I took her class for math 017 & 018. For 018 I even changed my work schedule just to have her. If you pay attention and do your homework you will pass. She makes it so easy for you to get an A. She is very helpful. I always had issues with math up until I took her class. Would recommend her to anyone!

Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH017
Feb 10, 2017
Would take again

Great teacher. Would take her again. Do your my labs plus and you'll pass. She explains everything in a way that you will understand it.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
1.0
5.0
MATH118
Grade: D
Jun 4, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Reluctant to help, told me to stop asking so many questions. I tried online tutoring and going to tutoring through ccp, which helped more than her. I failed my final by one point, pled my case to her to try to get a C and she refused to consider it. Cost me $700 to take a horrible class, wouldn't reccommend to my worst enemy.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2017
Would take again

Professor DeRosa is an amazing professor. She gives access to her class notes on Canvas and has all her lesson on YouTube so if you miss class you can watch the video. All your quizzes are on mylabsplus. They are done at home and you can take as long as you need to complete and you can do it over to improve your grade. She welcomes questions!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2017
Would take again

Professor Derosa is a very good instructor. I had her for 017 and 118. She explains everything in steps. Whenever I had a question she made me feel like I knew what I was talking about, and thank me for the 'great questions'. I will miss going to her class, it was fun and for the first time I really know algebra.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Would take again
5.0
4.0
MATH118
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

Really good teacher. Makes math easy. There is assignments outside class that if you do it will help your grade. Not sure why someone posted she does like question because in my class people always were asking questions. I was never good at math but now I have a good understanding.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Would take again
5.0
3.0
MATH017
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2017
Would take again

This was my first online class. This course gave very clear directions on what has to be done. There are video lessons on Canvas/youtude and you have assignment on mylabsplus. No calculators are allowed and I recommend you not use them or you will not do well on the final which is on campus. When you email with questions she will respond quickly.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH118
Apr 19, 2018
Would take again

easy to get an A . she likes students to ask questions. show up and do home work

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MATH118
Grade: B+
Apr 23, 2018
Would take again

excellent teacher.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2018
Would take again

This is my first year in college. She's the best of the best. She explains everything and if you don't understand she will try to explain it to you. She makes to ask questions, so she could know you understand the lesson. I just loved what I was doing in class. I would definitely take her again.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

Can miss about four classes. No homework, just an online quiz every week. Clear lectures, easy tests as long as you the test review, theres one for every test. I would definitely recommend taking her class.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
1.0
4.0
MATH118
Grade: C
Jan 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I have taken many classes at 3 different universities, having almost completed my Bachelors - she is the worst professor Ive ever had. I took her online, and had a few questions. Asked to meet her during her office hours (multiple times), her responses were go on Youtube. This woman cannot be bothered. Not sure how shes a professor.

5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: B+
May 1, 2019
Would take again

Took FNMT118 online and the work was straight forward. Homework, quizzes, discussions each week and a test every few weeks. Multiple attempts on all assignments. If you complete the work on time and get the best score it's an easy A/B. Only complaint is final is worth 30% of final grade. I had a 95 and my 75 on final brought me to an 89 overall.

Respected
Lots of homework
Graded by few things
1.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: D
May 7, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She is very argumentative, even when she is wrong! She does not follow her own curriculum, and is very opinionated! She should not be in education in my opinion.

Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MATH118
May 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Very rude. Very unprofessional. Even though I do like her teaching style.... she will give you an attitude for asking to many questions. Not kind hearted at all. Would not recommend taking her class

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Jun 25, 2019
Would take again

One word explains this professor.... AWESOME!! It may seem like a lot of work but its all helpful, and shes understanding and explains things perfectly. Honestly I dont think it can get any better than her. You must show up to class because the info builds and missing too much will make the class confusing. Failing would be the students fault.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: B+
Jun 26, 2019
Would take again

As someone who has never been a wiz at math, miss Coleman makes leaning it hassle free. By starting back at the basics and giving you a new perspective on how to understand mathematics, you'll finish the class feeling a sense of accomplishment. She gives you all the tools you'll need but it's up to you to put in the work and use them!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
MATH017
Grade: A
Jun 27, 2019
Would take again

She rocks, She really helps breakdown everything for her students!! Highly recommend her! Just don't miss class and you'll do great!!

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: B
Jun 29, 2019
Would take again

She is great she explains everything and goes over examples of work on the board. She asks questions and tries to make sure every one understands. She also has PowerPoints so you can take notes next to the problem & go over the slide on paper while she has them on the broad.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Jun 29, 2019
Would take again

One of the best online course I have ever had. I take all my course online and this course has vidoe lesson for each chapter. I love the pause and try part of the videos. I was never good at math and now I feel confident I will have success in my next math course. I highly recommend taking this class.

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: B
Jul 2, 2019
Would take again

Shes the best professor I ever took. She teaches well according to her abilities. I recommend students to take her class.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Jul 3, 2019
Would take again

Professor DeRosa was highly organized and explained math in a way that everyone could understand. She was fair and firm and lead her class superbly. I'd take her class anytime.

Respected
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Jul 10, 2019
Would take again

This was one of the BEST online classes I have ever had. Very detailed. Professor DeRosa has a video for each lesson and the assignments are on MathLabs. She does not extend due dates but you can work ahead so you never fall behind. Highly recommend!!!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: B
Jul 13, 2019
Would take again

The professor for students who despise math. She's wonderful! As long as you care for your grade, she'll guide you through everything. She's super clear and makes everything easy to understand. Deffinitely recommend!

Respected
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH017
Grade: A
Jul 17, 2019
Would take again

She was one the most caring professors. She helped me because I struggled throughout the semester since I am older and I have not done math in years. She helped find me a tutor and communicated with him. Because of her I gained so much confidence in being back in school. If you take her communication is key and that goes with any professor.

Respected
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Jul 22, 2019
Would take again

This was the BEST online class ever. Professor DeRosa has videos for all her lessons. They are easy to follow. It is like being in her class. All the assignments are based on the videos. If you know the material from the videos the assignment will be easy.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
MATH118
Grade: Not sure yet
Aug 22, 2019
Wouldn't take again

One of the most rude professors I have ever taken. She gets an attitude if you ask questions to understand the material better, her examples are not always clear. No help when you clearly state that you are struggling with a topic. Did I say RUDE!? Would NEVER take her class again!!

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: C
Aug 25, 2019
Would take again

I had Professor DeRosa for her 118 online course and I just want to say she did a stellar job with the online class. Highly recommend!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Aug 26, 2019
Would take again

One of the best teachers i have ever had!!! would definitely take her again if I could. Very clear notes and cares very much of every single student in class!

Respected
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Aug 27, 2019
Would take again

Professor DeRosa is incredible. Passionate, concise, and caring. I wish desperately that I could take her Precal. Amazing teacher, I recommend her to everyone I talk to. Come to class, take notes, do the homework, and you will be fine. She is really remarkable.

Respected
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
MATH118
Grade: B
Dec 4, 2019
Would take again

Professor DeRosa is an excellent professor. She is funny, direct and will make Math the easiest subject one can learn! If i could I would take her for ALL of my Math classes because she is just that great!!! You have to show up to class and do the work!!! Excellent Professor!!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
MATH118
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

The class itself is very easy and you'll be fine, but it seems that final is much heavier than what you actually do in class. Not Bad, but it could be better

Gives good feedback
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
MATH118
Grade: C+
Dec 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

If you're planning on taking FNMT 118 online DO NOT CHOOSE this teacher. You can get perfect grades in the course and if you get a score below 40% on the final but still have good grades you've automatically failed the course. She will fail you over a point no discussion. She will give you no extra credit.

Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2019
Would take again

This class was an online. Professor DeRosa had video lessons that great! The only proctored test is the final, yes you need a minimum of a 40% or above to receive a passing grade but the practice final is very similar to the final. If you practice you will do well. I got a 95% on the final!

Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2019
Would take again

Love love love Professor DeRosa. she really want everyone to do well in her class. Her homework are worth 35% of the grade. Every test there is a test review with an answer key. if you practice these review you will ace the test. The final is accumulative but there is a final teview. DeRosa is the best ever!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
2.0
FNMT118
Grade: A+
Dec 13, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I had issues with her in FNMT 017, but I decided to looks past it when she asked for a second chance and apologized for making fun of me. While in FNMT118 I had a sudden passing in my family in which I missed a major test she wouldn't let me make up my test despite having to bury my brother that week on his birthday. DO NOT RECOMMEND.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2019
Would take again

I took Professor DeRosa online class and loved it. She does not extend due dates but you can work ahead so you do not miss any assignments. Most weeks there are 2 lessons which she has video on Canvas and 2 homeworks and a quiz. The homeworks you can work on until you get 100% and the quizzes/tests you get 3 chance.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2019
Would take again

I have never been good at math. I was worried about taking this course. Professor DeRosa really is a great teacher. I like that her notes are posted on Canvas and she had her personal videos for each lesson, which help when I was doing the homework assignments. I now for the first time understand algebra.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
4.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: C-
Dec 18, 2019
Would take again

Derosa herself isn't so bad. If you don't understand the topic in class you will struggle. I had to learn the homework on the website because her examples were different from the homework. Overall she's a nice professor I just wish she was more accessable outside of class. She did not offer to help me even though I failed most tests.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: B+
Dec 18, 2019
Would take again

The first professor I took at CCP that REALLY cares about her students. She is a very great bot as a professor and as a person. She taught me a bunch of things. Grateful that Professor Derosa was my math professor. Thank you for knowledge.

Gives good feedback
Respected
1.0
2.0
MATH118
Feb 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She fails you if you do not pass the final. Although you might have a passing overall average, that does not matter. The final is what she bases the whole class off of. So all the hard work you put into your work online basically does not matter.

5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Feb 26, 2020
Would take again

I took Professor DeRosa's online class. This class was very well prepared. Video lessons and assignments went together. NO calculators, are allowed so do not use them because your final is in person and you must get a 40% or above in order to receive a passing grade. Which is easy if you practice the final review and do the class assignments.

Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
2.0
MATH118
Grade: A
May 8, 2020
Would take again

I took math 118 class 2-d time and chose her. She does it easy to understand and always helps. It is required to do homework until the due dates and no make-ups for any reasons. I also had online class through the college closure and then we had video lessons plus 2 attempts for the tests. Her tests are same format as in review. Recommend only her.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Sep 29, 2020
Would take again

I took Professor Derosa's online 7 week math fundamentals course this summer. I have really struggled with algebra two in the past, and was really nervous taking a math course online. Thanks to Professor Derosa's teaching methods, I feel like I can confidently say I understand algebra two and the material I learned through this course.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Dec 31, 2020
Would take again

I have failed EVERY math class I have ever taken... until Professor DeRosa. Her videos are so easy to learn from. She posts additional information that will help if you are still unclear. She responds to emails quickly and with useful help. She is clear with all her instructions so you will never feel lost in her course. TAKE HER!!! she is amazing.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Jan 20, 2021
Would take again

PROFESSOR DEROSA DID AN EXCELLENT JOB FOR TEACHING THE COURSE TO US AND PROVIDING VERY WELL PRESENTED AND DETAILED MATH VIDEOS. THANK YOU VERY MUCH.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
2.0
4.0
MATH118
Grade: F
Jul 13, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She was well organized, but her grading is tough the final we took had to be recorded in zoom we could not use our notes and our writing and computer had to be monitored. I failed because I had a low grade before I took my final already and that final was timed for only 2 hours for 32 questions, it was a summer class so the class was 6 weeks.

Tough grader
5.0
2.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Jul 20, 2021
Would take again

Professor DeRosa is one of the best. Very well organized. Helped when I needed help. The final is the only proctored exam. There is a final review that really prepares you to do well on the final. Highly recommended!

Respected
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Jul 22, 2021
Would take again

Math has never been my strongest subject however, I always try my best. Something that has helped to complete the homework assignments is the videos before them that walk you through step by step how to complete the desired equation. The location of the video is so convenient and it kinda feels like we are actually in a classroom.

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: B
Jul 22, 2021
Would take again

This has been my most thorough math course to date. I totally love the videos and the notes, they are so helpful. Thanks, Professor DeRosa for having this so clearly mapped out for us! You have made the assignments in this course very easy to obtain and understand. Thank you for taking the time out and creating the course this way.

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
1.0
1.0
MATH118
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 7, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I would email her for help on assignments and I wouldnt even get an email back on time. Shes a pretty easy to follow professor but some things i needed them explained better i ended up withdrawing from the course before she failed me .

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2021
Would take again

Professor DeRosa's course is well organized. You are allowed to work ahead so you don't miss a due date. The lessons are very detailed and easy to understand. If you put in the effort you can get an A even if you are not good at Math.

Respected
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2021
Would take again

Professor DeRosa class was one of the best online math classes. All assignments are opened at the beginning of the semester. She does not extend due dates so I worked a week ahead. Because I am not good at math I had to work on the material for this class a couple days during the week, but I ended up with a B. Very happy.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2021
Would take again

Great Class! Highly recommend. You will have work to do but if you keep up with it you will easily pass.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2022
Would take again

This is one of the best online classes. The are no extensions to due dates for the assignments but you can work ahead. The videos are really good. Make algebra simple.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
May 26, 2022
Would take again

Professor DeRosa is very helpful and informative. She teaches in a way that is easy to understand and is very direct. She makes you feel like you are actually in live class while this being an online class.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
FNMT118
Grade: A+
Jun 25, 2022
Would take again

AMAZING math teacher. Makes things super easy to understand for an online course. Beyond fair, makes sure you get as many points for homework and quizzes as possible. Amazed I got an A+ in math. Responds fast when you email. Do not listen to the bad reviews. If you have math anxiety, take her, she makes math easy! Would totally take her again.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
5.0
1.0
FNMT118
Grade: A+
Nov 4, 2022
Would take again

Professor DeRosa was amazing! It was such a pleasure to have her as a professor. She explains math in a clear way and is easily accessible. All the homework, quizzes, and tests are online, so it's easy to work ahead & not fall behind! She allowed me to take my final exam early, and I got a perfect score. Loved this class and would choose her again!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A-
Nov 22, 2022
Would take again

Amazing teacher and explains great. definitely recommend her. answers really fast and she always helps no matter what time of the day.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
1.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2022

clear grading and good videos on material aggressive communications and rude over email communications. silly mistakes cost heavily in this course where answers are marked completely incorrect if not entered exactly like the computer will accept (e.g. despite no indication on rounding on a question-> rounding to the wrong decimal= 5% deduction)

Tough grader
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2022
Would take again

Great Class. So organized and easy to follow. If you stay on top of the assignments even if you are not good at math you will do well.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Respected
4.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Jan 14, 2023
Would take again

Took as an accelerated math course over winter, for context I have never gotten above a C in a math class ever, I ended up with an A. Its ALOT OF WORK but as long as you do the reviews over and over again you will get an A. I recommend taking her for an accelerated course, she explained the math really well in a way even i a math hater got.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 20, 2023

Heads up, she starts class a week early. So when class officially starts, you have a WHOLE weeks worth to do in a few days.

So many papers
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Mar 5, 2023
Would take again

The set up for this class was very organized and easy to follow. I am not great at math but now feel differently. Professor DeRosa's video make learning math easy. Step by step instructions. She does open the course early which help to prepare for the semester workload. This was a accelerated course which help to get an idea for my time management.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
2.0
FNMT118
Grade: A+
May 16, 2023
Would take again

Didn't require in-person attendance as long as work was completed on time through canvas. Lectures were online and walks you through everything making it fairly simple. Always available in-person too if needed for extra clarification. Easy to talk to and get a hold of whether it was in-person or through email.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
2.0
2.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
May 22, 2023

Professor DeRosa was pretty rude in my email communications with her. She has an absolutely unforgiving and apathetic no extensions policy and will not give extensions under any circumstance whatsoever. Other than that, her class is fairly easy if you stay ahead on all the work. Basically a self-taught class but the material provided is great.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
May 22, 2023
Would take again

This course to be easy to follow. Video were well done. There are no extensions to due dates but 2 lowest quizzes were drop and the lowest test was replaced with the final review grade. This brought my grade to an A. Do the final review until you get a high grade. I could bump your overall average by a letter grade. Love this class. No regrets.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: B
May 23, 2023
Would take again

This class is easy to follow. You are allow to work ahead so you don't miss a due date. It is an online class so you do all work is online and the material provided is great. Definitely would take any class Professor DeRosa teaches.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
May 26, 2023
Would take again

This class was so easy to follow. Do the work, submit it on time, practice the test reviews your are guaranteed a passing grade.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
1.0
2.0
FNMT118
Grade: A+
Jan 20, 2024

Clear instructions are not her strong suit. If you take an Async Hybrid class, you will be informed that in-person attendance is required, but your grade will be based on completing the assignment, and not showing up. It's a contradiction but she WILL email you about it. Her way of emailing is arid and comes off very condescending. Strange vibes.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
1.0
5.0
FNMT118
Grade: D+
Jan 24, 2024

really strict takes her job to serious.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Jan 27, 2024
Would take again

One of the best professors ever. All assignments are opened at the start of the semester and you can work at your own pace. There are due dates and she does not extend them but if you work ahead you won't miss any assignments. Also, all tests you have a test review which are just like the tests. You will learn in Professor DeRosa course!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Jan 29, 2024
Would take again

If you want to really learn Algebra, take Professor DeRosa class. Here video lessons make algebra simple. She steps out how to solve problems. There are homework, quizzes and tests, all open at the beginning of the semester so you can get ahead. I was never good at math and now feel confident.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Respected
1.0
4.0
FNMT118
Grade: Rather not say
Feb 25, 2024

I wouldn't recommend, She is very strict with the no extra credit rule and she doesn't respond to emails on time you will be better off with a different professor. It could be a death in the family and she wouldn't excuse you.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: B
Feb 27, 2024
Would take again

Definitely take Professor DeRosa's class if you want to learn algebra. Her videos are so good and you will learn. The extra credit is built into the course. Homework you can do until you get a 100%, quizzes you get 3 chances and the test reviews are just like the tests. You are allowed to work ahead. Great course!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Feb 28, 2024
Would take again

Professor DeRosa's class is very good. There is Extra Credit built into the course. All tests and the final you get a review and the reviews are the same as what is on the test and final. Do them and you will get As. You will have to work in this course but I actually learned algebra.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
FNMT118
Grade: C
Mar 24, 2024

Professor Derosa is extremely strict. I believe she can be a little less hard on the students, considering that sometimes we do need help and might not know everything. Adleast If she's not going to help or make someone feel kind of bad when they don't know something, she could adleast add give extra credit.

5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: B+
Mar 26, 2024
Would take again

Professor DeRosa's course is very detailed and easy to follow. I was in her online course. From the start of the semester, all the assignments are open so you can work ahead to avoid missing any due dates. Her video lessons make learning algebra easy. Anytime I had a question I emailed her and got a reply immediately.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Mar 27, 2024
Would take again

Great class. Loved that it was accelerated. It was only 6 weeks. I had to work on the assignments 3 or 4 days during the week but it wasn't too bad about a hour a day and you can work ahead. Professor DeRosa makes the material easy to understand. Do the work and you will do well. The final is on campus, the final review is just like the final.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
May 13, 2024
Would take again

Great Professor. Responds to emails same day unless its the weekend. I did my work during the week so if I needed help on the assignment I could email professor derosa any questions I needed help with. Try to work ahead so you do not miss a due date because she will not extend. At the end of the semester she did bump my grade up, so stick with it.

Participation matters
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
May 22, 2024
Would take again

Professor DeRosa's online course is very easy to follow. Do the assignments and practice the tests and final reviews, you will be great. The reviews are just like the tests.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Respected
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Sep 26, 2024
Would take again

Awesome professor. Professor DeRosa responds to student emails in a timely manner, gives helpful feedback on your work, keeps students engaged, and keeps her online modules up to date

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Respected
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Oct 3, 2024
Would take again

Prof Derosa is a really nice lady. She always goes out of her way to help you and responds really quickly to emails. She works with you to help you and your grade, this class is not easy but if you do the assignments and practice the test reviews you will pass with an A.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
118
Grade: B
Oct 15, 2024
Would take again

Math has never been easy for me but Professor Derosa's videos make algebra easy to understand, The tests all have review which I recommend practicing a couple times. The tests are just like the reviews. And the final has a review too. Definitely would take Professor Derosa class.

Participation matters
Caring
5.0
1.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2024
Would take again

I took DeRosa for a seven-week course. This was completely online, she did not teach, she gave us videos to watch along with the videos that were already on mylab, and that is how we learned. If you can teach yourself the work then this is the class for you, if not, do not take this class. But I would recommend taking her class.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
FNMT118
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2024
Would take again

This class was really easy to follow. Professor DeRosa has her own video lessons to teach the class. She made her lessons very easy to follow. I loved how all the assignments for the course were open from the start and I could work ahead. You need to spend time completing the assignments but you will definitely know how to do algebra at the end.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
3.0
2.0
FNMT118
Grade: C
Jan 5, 2025

Took her class in Fall 2023. All work is uploaded the first week; she has ok communication. Couldn't take a test because of technical issues. When asked if I could take it in class the next day, she said its my fault I wasn't a week ahead. Lectures are videos. Don't fall behind. Hard to catch up. Outside of communication issues, the class was OK.

5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2025
Would take again

Great class. It was a self pace class. All assignments were open at the start of the semester and I was able to work ahead. This course was easy to follow. If you work ahead you won't miss any due dates. Professor DeRosa answered my emails quickly. Very easy to work with.

Participation matters
Caring
Online Savvy
5.0
3.0
MATH118
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2025
Would take again

Professor DeRosa videos/printable slides were done so well. I was able to grasp the content with ease. Definitely would take her for any math class.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Caring
1.0
3.0
FNMT118
Feb 27, 2025

If you have a hectic lifestyle I wouldn't recommend taking her 7 week course. The workload is heavy and worth only 10% of your grade. If you're not passing the test you will not pass the class. She doesn't offer any extra credit, exceptions or extensions! Not very adult learner friendly in my opinion.

Test heavy
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Feb 28, 2025
Would take again

I had a wonderful semester. This was my first time doing math again in 10 years and I was pretty nervous, but the lessons were wonderful and so easy to follow. I feel like I have a strong foundation to build on. If you really want to leave this class with a strong knowledge for algebra you should take Professor DeRosa's class.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Respected
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: C
Mar 2, 2025
Would take again

I took this 7 week-course online. Professor has her own videos and printed notes to follow. It was pretty easy to follow but you will need to put in the time. The final is on campus so make sure you are prepared by practice the review. You need to get at least a 40% on the final. I got a C.

Participation matters
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: B+
Mar 10, 2025
Would take again

Professor DeRosa's class is well-organized and easy to follow. I took her accelerated course, and there is a lot of work, but it is manageable as long as you put in the time. The videos are clear and easy to follow, making it easy to learn the material. The final exam is on campus, it's important learn the content in order to do well on the exam.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
1.0
4.0
FNMT118
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 13, 2025

Extremely test heavy class I signed up for a asynchronous but the class was treated as if it was office hours highly dont recommend if youre a in person learner.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Online Savvy
5.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Apr 14, 2025
Would take again

This was an accelerated online class, so expect two weeks' worth of work each week. It's easy to follow, and the tests match the reviews closely. If you stay on top of the work, you'll learn the material. The final is on campus.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
FNMT118
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2025

This class is pretty straightforward--do the homework, quizzes, and tests on time and you will get a decent grade. Be warned: in my experience, this professor is not flexible or willing to compromise on anything. This is one of those classes where you watch pre-recorded lectures and essentially teach yourself.

Clear grading criteria
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
118
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2025
Would take again

I agree with the last person's comment I enjoyed this course. The assignment have due dates but all the assignments are open, you can work ahead so no assignments get missed. The professor's videos are excellent, and printing the notes while watching helps a lot. Easy A if you put in the time.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
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