very easy to understand and clear

Mr. Spielman was a very good teacher. If you did the homework he assigned, you should've done good because he made the tests and quizzes even easier that the homework. He was very clear and precise and a very good instructor. I would HIGHLY recommend him.

Mr. Spielman was a great teacher. If you did your homework, you should've done well in the class because his test and quizzes are on teh same level or easier than the homework problems. He was very clear and precise with what he wanted. I would HIGHLY recommend him!

Nice guy. Wants everyone to do well and does his best to make it happen. Go to class. I'm horrible at math and i opened my book probably 5 times and still got a B. Even though he is very boring I would recommend him.

He knows the material well and presents it in a reasonable fashion, though I have to ask for help often he is VERY helpful and willing to help when I ask him. If you keep up with the homework and pay attention in class then you will get a decent grade. He is a very nice teacher and will answer all of your questions.

Great teacher. Very helpful. Show up to class and take good notes, you'll get an A.

Mr. Spielman was a great teacher. As with all classes if you want a good grade you have to be willing to put in some effort. As long as you attend class and do the homework you will be fine, because his quizzes and tests are easier than the homework. He was always available to answer questions. I would recommend him to anyone ready to learn.

The best math teacher I've ever had. Very clear and easy to understand.

Probably the best overall teacher I've ever had. Just do the homework and the tests are eacy.

Great teacher. Knows what he's doing and likes math, but he's a Cubs fan. Watch out!

I think the last writer had a bad day. Spielman Rocks! He makes statistics fun and understandable and if you do the homework you should be fine. Great teacher!

i dont really like math but he subbed for my 108 class and i liked him.

I've taken Mr. Spielman now for 2 classes and can't imagine learning as much from anyone else. Other people might not like him maybe just because its math. If you ask questions and show that you are trying, you should end up with a decent grade. His tests are very similar to the homework, so be sure to do that.

Awesome teacher!

Very entertaining guy and has a lot of passion for what he teaches. His tests and quizzes can be challenging so you will need to study but can definitely do well if you know your stuff. I found his class very interesting and he's a great guy. Go cubbies!

Great teacher. Wants everyone to learn and do well. Do the homework or you will be lost.

Great Teacher!

Calculus is difficult and thats not his fault. He can go fast at times, but overall a good teacher. Like others have said, the homework is most important. He uses questions just like those on quizzes and tests.

pretty good teacher overall goes fast sometimes but will help if you ask

Very easy class! He will go out of his way to help if you just ask. Tests and quizzes are extremely easy because they are just like the homework. Open notes on quizzes!

I think he's a great teacher. He takes his time going through the material and explains it as if he is learning it with you. His tests might seem tricky at first, but you're taking notes and doing the homework. Homework is big, but he does allow a notecard and open notes.

I think he's a great teacher. He takes his time going through the material and explains it as if he is learning it with you. His tests might seem tricky at first, but THEY'RE NOT if you're taking notes and doing the homework. Homework is big, but he does allow a notecard and open notes.

Totally cool. Totally easy. Take his class!

Loved his class! He's really a great guy and easy to understand.

I think the last writer had a bad day and maybe just doesn't know how college works! I took this class over the summer and I thought Joe was extremely helpful. He also made the class tons easier by using practice exams and open notes. I would definitely take any class he is teaching. Highly recommended!

so far he is a good teacher, he expectes you to try and wont just hand you an A but thats what i am paying for right? i like that he does practice tests.

Very smart guy. He is extremely helpful and will always make the extra effort to make you understand.

Good teacher but he expects you to try. I spent a lot of time doing the homework to do well. I like that he makes the class feel real and college level.

I hate math but I loved taking his class.

GREAT TEACHER!Prof. Spielman lectures clearly.He gives a basic idea of what's going on,gives clear examples,& makes sure U understand before going on.He's very approachable & has Q/A time @ beg of class.HW gvn,nevr graded.Pract. test is EXACT same as real,but w/dif.#'s.He gives xtra credit & drops 2 of 12 quiz grades.Quizzes R open note.Xpct2 work!

Very good teacher! Gives homework, although not for a grade. Also, allows time for questions at the beginning of each class on homework questions or questions in general. He gives practice tests which are very similar to the actual tests!

Professor Spielman is a very good instructor. The material is tough and you have to study. I took this class during the summer so the pace was even faster than normal. Homework given but not graded although recommended. Practice tests are like actual test just changes some numbers. A lot of studying and learning is on your own quizzes are open note

My first ever math teacher that could explain things to me. Too bad I couldn't have had him in high school! I had him for Math115 over the summer. Quizes are open notes. And the class before every test(exam) he gives you a study guide which is EXACTLY like the test just different promblems. I would highly recommend him. Like any class, pay attentio

He was a great teacher! I had to be at 6 and had a class before his, but managed to stay awake because he was very interesting. He never collects homework and quizzes were open note. He tries his best to help you pass. If you need help, talk to him. Practice tests are EXACTLY like the test, so if you understand that, you'll do great.

The dude is awesome. He explains very clearly and has the patience of a champ. He will answer and an every question and makes very few mistakes while teaching which is a nice relief. open note quizes and identical practice tests make the class a breeze. He is seriously a grade saver

this dude kicks a$$. He makes everything so simple and will actually take the time to explain things until you understand them. Quizzes are open notes, not book. He gives you a practice test to study and the real test is the same as practice test except names and numbers change. Can't say enough good things about this guy.

This guy is really nice and crystal clear, and he makes the problems as easy as possible. A nice guy too. Cant recommend highly enough!

very helpful and easy just do the homework and practice test and you will pass he is FOR the students!

I can't say enough good things about this guy. He's easily the nicest teacher I've had in entire academic career. He really does care about the students, so he will work with you, no problem. And he explains the material very well. Tests and quizzes are over the easiest problems. Love this guy!

His personality is a little dry, but he's a nice guy and a great teacher. He walks through each problem and makes it easy to understand. He also gives out great test reviews that are very similar to the actual test.

I have purposely taken him for the last 3 semesters I've been at ICC. He's personality is a little dry but he REALLY knows math inside and out. No homework, and you can use your notes on all quizzes. Very thorough, very clear. As long as you try, he'll pass you, plain and simple.

Great teacher. He's super helpful and will answer any questions you have. Also is willing to go over anything you have trouble with during office hours. I highly recommend him!!

I'm not great or terrible at math. This was really a general survey of math. If you're awful with problem solving you will struggle with this class bc its throughout. Set theory, geometry, counting methods, and probability. Open note quizzes & a huge cheat sheet for the final. He makes it almost impossible to fail and for that I'm forever grateful!

I thought his calculus class was awesome! The 3.98/4.0 student probably should take a class in "showing respect for others" because I thought he was always willing to help and he wants his students to do well. Very fair at grading also and he gives practice tests. I would take any class he teaches and I feel I am definitely ready for calculus 2!

He is the sweetest guy and the greatest teacher ever. He hands out notes so you just have to fill in the blanks. If you attend class everyday, homework is not needed and you will get an A. Best and easiest teacher I've ever had.

Open note quizzes and lets you have one 8.5x11 paper during final. Sweet guy and it's totally hot that he's so geeked out about math.

I had a great time in Mr. Spielman's class! He always was helpful and allowed plenty of time for questions. He made calculus easier to understand and learn. Highly recommended teacher!!

He's an overall great teachers. Notes can be used on quizzes. He gives out sample tests that are very similar to the test. As long as you pay attention and show up to class you're golden

He only gave 10 Quizzes which were all open note, there were 4 tests and they were closed note but the study guide he gives you to study is exactly like the test. There are no other graded assignments.

Awesome teacher!!! Can not thank him enough for all the help with learning a subject I have not done or had to use in so long. If you want to learn algebra, take Mr. Spielman!!!

Optional hw, I didn't even buy the textbook. Open-note quizzes, he gives notesoutlines with all info & problems you'll see on a quiz or test, so you'll do well if you follow along in class. He gives study guides for each test, that are literally identical to the test. Put time & work in, you will deff do well. I hate math and got an A. SOOO easy.

Open note quizzes, tests are harder and he's a picky grader but do the homework to prepare for it

College Algebra is tough and Professor Spielman's class is no exception. However, the resources he provides are helpful and his expectations are fair. His quizzes are open notes and he allowed one computer-page of notes front and back on the exam. Be prepared to pay attention, take good notes, and do the assigned problems.

Professor Spielman was a great teacher and made himself very accessible outside of class. He was very willing to answer questions before every class/quiz/test. There were a good amount of quizzes but they were open-notes. Overall, he was a great teacher.

I really enjoy math. As a student to see that passion in an educator is amazing. I recommend attending all classes. However you must be able to do the work. Math is a structural subject. You must learn to build on solid knowledge. Bonus: his pre tests are extremely close to actual test.

Professor Spielman was one of the most enjoyable math instructors I've had. Coming from a guy who has struggled constantly with math courses, Mr. Spielman took the time to help me better understand concepts and answer questions. The practice exams are nearly identical to the real exams. Allows notes on quizzes. Extra Credit on Tests. Good luck

Great guy. Demands a good amount, but no more than we should demand from ourselves if we want to succeed at whatever we decide to do.

He is so kind and understanding. He always is super helpful. He is also very good at understanding. Homework is optional, but i recommend it

Should be there for class just because it is math and to be able to learn it I had to see it as an example and solved out in front of me. This was my second time taking general ed statistics and I chose just to go with a different professor the second time around and prof spielman was a good choice for that, he made sure we understood the content

Mr. Spielman is an awesome teacher! He really cares about his students and wants the best for them. You will need to work but he is fair and wants to help. I feel like I'm ready for Calculus and will do well!!

A pretty solid professor. He goes a bit fast, which I prefer, but it may not be great for someone who takes a little longer to learn things. Does tons of examples in class and always allows for questions if you're confused. The course I took was very quiz heavy. I would take his class again though; I felt he explained everything really well.

Class was incredibly boring. but he taught exactly what you need to know. The tests are exactly what he prepares you for, and he reviews every test with the class. He is friendly and approachable, but lectures are dry.

He gives a lot of homework assignments but if you understand them you will do good on the tests. The test are all multiple choice

I would take his class again! As long as you do the homework then you will get an A! His quizzes were open note and he gave us a practice exam at least a week before each real one! He is very good at explaining the math concepts.

He gives a study guide for each exam and for the final. He allows extra credit on exams too! He wants everyone to succeed and gives very clear grading criteria! I loved him. He made me appreciate calculus.

DONT take this or any math class online. It doesn't matter if you cheat you need to know the material. In particular this professor did not have good lectures, but I am sure if I took it in person I would have learned more.

Mr. Spielman was an awesome professor. I learned so much taking his class. I've even considered becoming a math teacher. His passion for math is inspiring! Thank you for being a great teacher and caring for your students.

He is a good professor and provides what you need for success. It's a hard class if you're not great with math, but if you make sure you understand the specified textbook problems before exams, you should be okay. There's a LOT of homework to get through. The textbook is an absolute must. It's very time consuming, but that's just the nature of it.

The class was challenging, but the professor broke down topics well. Attending lectures and using resources like the free textbook and Unstuck AI helped me stay on top of the material. Overall, a solid math course.