3.2

Joyce Lee

Mathematics - Bellevue College

3.2
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
34%
Would Retake
120
Reviews
3.2
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
3.2
Helpful
3.2
Clarity

34%

Would Retake

120

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Smart but not a good teacher

MATH097 - 2.0 rating

Her lectures are so confusing

MATH098 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

63%

Textbook Required

48%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 33 grades
Most common grades:
A (7)
A+ (6)
B (5)
Grade Distribution
A(13)B(5)C(7)D(4)F(1)A-/B+(7)
Based on 42 reported grades
A: 7
A+: 6
B: 5
C: 5
Common Tags
Lots of homework (13)
Caring (9)
Test heavy (9)
Tough grader (8)
EXTRA CREDIT (7)
Gives good feedback (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
Participation matters (5)
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Ratings by Course

MATH80

5.0

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MATHO75

5.0

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MATH99

4.7

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MATH099

4.3

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MATH085

4.0

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Difficulty by Course

097

5.0

MAT1105

5.0

098

4.1

98

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MATH80

4.0

Reviews (120)
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MATH098
Feb 28, 2004

Intermediate Algebra requires work; WELL worth efforts. Encourages study groups--doesn't force it. Provides extra credit opportunity. Serious about learning principles & understanding algebraic concepts. Pleasant instructor! Points = good grades!

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MATH098
Mar 30, 2004

This class was computer based. BIG MISTAKE! She doesn't help at all and her voice is so annoying. Be afraid very afraid!

4.0
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MATH098
Jun 1, 2004

good teacher, gives extra credit opportunities and explains well

5.0
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MATH97
Nov 22, 2004

she i one the good teacher i had

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MATH098
Nov 22, 2004

AHHH!!! Awful teacher! Very annoying and very judgemental. Picks favorites. Annoying voice. Half the time we corrected things that she said because they were wrong.

5.0
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MATH99
Mar 8, 2005

Great teacher. Gives awesome print out notes.Stay on your toes though because she makes alot of mistakes during lecture and it can get confusing if your not on top of it. Very fair...too bad doesnt teach higher math :(

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MATH98
Mar 9, 2005

most confusing useless teachers ive had at this school and im almost finished

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MATH099
Mar 9, 2005

I am so bad at math, have always hated it, but Lee was the best teacher I've ever had - and I took it summer quarter, which was tough. She is very helpful, friendly, wants you to do well. And her lectures make SENSE! Really nice teacher.

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MATH98
Mar 20, 2005

Joyce Lee sucks @ teaching. She's confusing and tends to be wrong when doing problems on the board.

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MATH098
Mar 30, 2005

This was a computer taught course(not internet). There was a decent amount of lecturing however. She is pretty helpful in answering your questions and is a likeable teacher.

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MATH098
May 20, 2005

Was an "A" student until I took her class. She's very confusing. On test days, she gives you limited time to complete the test. She not my first choice!

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MATH97
Jun 12, 2005

Lee is a fairly decent teacher...she gives so much homework but it is mainly all worth it in the end for the tests. On some tests, i got one careless mistake on a problem and she marked the whole thing wrong. Only advice i can give is get ready to study and attend class to understand. Be prepared!

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MATH98
Aug 4, 2005

Found her to be very confusing and not willing to explain anything. Really depends on the book to teach her class. If math is hard for you i do not recommend her class at all.

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MATH098
Oct 5, 2005

ms. lee, overall as a teacher, is pretty much average. she lectures daily and shows examples on the board. she does make a lot of mistakes while solving a problem on the board, but as long as you pay attention, you'd catch them. yes, she does talk a lot before taking tests, which cuts down our test taking time, i hate that the most!

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MATH98
Nov 9, 2005

Will not offer valuable help. Shows lack of willingness to answer questions, show steps. Requests lots of homework. overall not a good teacher.

5.0
1.0
MATH098
Mar 31, 2006

very helpful. gives homework everyday which helps if you do it. takes attendance.

5.0
2.0
MATH97
Jun 29, 2006

Best math teacher at BCC. Thorough explanations. Easy A. Lots of homework but it was worth it for the tests.

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MATH085
Sep 16, 2006

Ms. Lee is a nice person but I've had much better math teachers. She runs her classes in a very structured manner; she takes attendance every day, assigns homework every night, and does a lot of group work and in class assignments. Her ability to explain concepts to student who do not easily understand math is limited.

5.0
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MATH085
Nov 7, 2006

great teacher. its sad she's not teacher upper level math.

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MATH97
Mar 17, 2007

She is the worst teacher i had a bcc so far, try to avoid her!

5.0
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MATH097
May 30, 2007

Prof. Lee was very knowledgable and willing to help those who were wanting to help themselves. Definitely no nonsense and not at all naive. Reasonable amount of homework that really helped with learning material. She was very prompt in returning tests and homework and seemed very organized. I would totally reccomend her as a teacher.

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MATH98
Jun 20, 2007

Class was half online, half out of text. We used interactive software, which was neat, but her lectures were the most boring thing I have sat through since being here at BCC. She is nice and willing to help, so if you need this class, it would be a average pick. Not anything exciting about it, though.

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MATH098
Nov 20, 2007

She was decent at first, but after awhile, she tries to cram too much into one lesson and just ends up confusing you. Online tutoring was mandatory, thank god it was or else I never would have passed this class. Problems on board were wrong, bonus points if you catch it. A lot of work, but if you do it all, the class is easy. DON'T SKIP.

5.0
1.0
MATH080
Dec 6, 2007

GOOD teacher....If your willing to put in the effort she likes that! Lectures were boring but its math so they all are! GO TO CLASS...it pays off in the end!

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MATH080
Dec 17, 2007

she can be a good techer at times, (if you follow her steps and Processes). Rather confusing lessons, lot of home work,smug attitude,very rude at times, made me and several students in my class feel dumb, actually called students out in class for being wrong, caused 3 people in my class to drop the class. Dont take this teacher.

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MATH099
Mar 17, 2008

I do not recommend this math class to anyone. Joyce Lee tries to cram too much into one lecture and runs out of time everyday. There is homework every night, but she randomly collects it. She is a bit weird, and is sometimes hard to understand. I had to get a lot of help outside of class in order to get the B that I have now.

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MATH97
Oct 19, 2008

I do not recomend Joyce Lee, she is by far the worst math instructor i've had at BCC! Do not take math 97 with her, she is NOT commitited to making sure students understand the material. She also doesn't write the exam herself, so she just expectes you to know automatically whats going to be on exams when she doesn't write it??! worst instructor!!

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MATH98
Dec 10, 2008

Proffesor Lee, is a teacher with good intentions: she wants you to succeed in her class. However, her good intentions are only focused around her class. Unfortunately, she is a little insensitive to people who have to take other classes and to people with math aversion. She assigns a tremendous amount of homework, that I have to admit, help me gain

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MATH98
Dec 10, 2008

Professor Lee assigns a tremendous amount of homework that I have to admit help me gain more math skills, but also overwhelmed mentally and left with little time and energy for other classes and personal time. I truly hope that professor Lee realize that not every student is free to study math all the time and some of us have families and jobs too.

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MATH097
Jan 31, 2009

Don't listen to these people, I thought that she was great, and was super organized and explained well, always asking for homework questions. She does asign homework, but that is the only way you are going to learn the material and she knows it...so quit complaining!! Of all the math teachers I had, I wish I could of had her all the way through.

5.0
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MATH98
Feb 25, 2009

Cool class. Great standards. Clear and concise. Cool teacher. She definately chose favorites in the class and gave them a bit more slack but..whatever.

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MATH099
Mar 12, 2009

Great 099 teacher! Very understanding and respectful. She encourages questions and makes herself available for help outside of class. Yes there is more homework than other math courses I have taken, but now I actually understand whats going on.

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MATH098
Mar 26, 2009

Joyce is a good teacher. She is very organized, tests and quizezs were handed back within a day or two. A good amount of work but the effort will pay off.

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MATH80
Mar 31, 2009

Joyce was always thorough on how to solve problems. She makes sure you get it (sometimes excessively). She gives lots of quizzes and classworks but I think the repition is good. The textbook sucks by the way (probably why there is so much homework). Unclear on what is expected for answers vs. what is. She wants you to succeed I feel. She is great!

3.0
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MATH097
Apr 17, 2009

I felt Lee was not very interested in the class and not that helpful. Sometimes she would talk down to you. It was mostly a computer based class so she didn't do much explaining although she could've

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MATH075
Sep 14, 2009

Outstanding teacher!!! Explains problems clearly and thoroughly. Cares about her students. Wants them to succeed. Trying to take her again for next class.

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MATH075
Sep 17, 2009

EXCELLENT TEACHER!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER CLASS. VERY HELPFUL AND WANTS HER STUDENTS TO SUCCEED. LEARNED A GREAT DEAL. WOULD RECOMMEND CLASS TO ANYONE!!!

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MATH98
Dec 9, 2009

Not very helpful. Class was computer based, she lectured maybe twice. She seems to just be there to grade tests. Attendance is very important - if you miss too many days she WILL grade you down and may threaten to fail you.

5.0
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MATH097
Dec 18, 2009

I really enjoyed this class. The teacher REALLY knows her stuff. You like to learn at your own pace- this is the class for you. Make sure you show up for class everyday or you get docked points. The teacher give toms of homework-but it is worth your while to do it!

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MATH97
Feb 19, 2010

loved Joyce. If you can attend regularly and do the homework, you will do well as you get extra credit for those. I wish I could take her for more advanced classes. With the Prof I have now, I appreciate and miss Joyce all the more! I did not have her for the computer based class, so that experience may be different

5.0
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MATH097
May 19, 2010

She is a very sweet lady. I took her asalgebra web based class on campus for math 097. i learned really easy with the material and if i had a problem she explained in a easy way. I got an easy A. just do your homework and you're good!

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MATH075
Aug 12, 2010

Joyce was a really good teacher. She was very organized and she cares for her students not just in my my class specifically but to her other classes as well. Explains the work so that it will be a bit easier to understand! Highly recommend her class, especially for higher classes.

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MATH99
Dec 2, 2010

HIGHLY RECOMMEND . she repeats herself during lecture to make sure the class understands whats going on TAKE HOME QUIZZES/MIDTERMS aka fabulous! Just make a friend in the class and you're good to go :) I took over for summer 2010 math and enjoyed her teaching style so much I took her again!

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MATH98
Mar 26, 2011

Joyce was great, Yes there is a lot of homework, but if you do it and do the practice test before each quiz out of the book. It is an easy A. She is very helpful, and will help you during her office hours. I wish she taught the upper levels!

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MATH098
Mar 31, 2011

she is a very nice teacher. she explains things very well and is very helpful. if u are struggling, let her know and she will work with you. her math098 class is fine but there is an online portion called ALEKS that sucks and is very time consuming so watch out.

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MATH98
May 10, 2011

could be more helpful

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MATH097
Jun 11, 2011

Joyce explains things several different ways for various learning styles. Very approachable and will do everything possible to help students succeed. Only complaint is the overabundance of homework. Math needs a lot of practice, but this is FAR beyond. If you work full time, this should be the only class you take if Math isn't your forte.

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MATH98
Jun 19, 2011

Had Joyce for 2 quarters now. Great teacher when she teaches. Likes computer layout for her classes. Cares about students. Highly recommend!

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MATH097
Nov 4, 2011

Extraordinarily helpful! Ask all the questions you want, she'll take the time to answer them and help you out. She kind of kills you with homework but it's not unmanageable. She's nice and wants you to pass her class

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MATH097
Dec 3, 2011

She is rude and will bash you if you miss only 1 hw assignment. I missed 1 hw assignment and got A's on everything else in the class but my overall grade was a B+..She never lectures and just has you do nothing but computer work to learn the material. She plays favorites to the old people as well. Glad I'm done with her

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MATH98
Feb 24, 2012

This is a really good teacher. There is a lot of Hw but if you do it..the tests are a breeze. Plus the take home quizzes are REALLY nice. Only bad side is that she gives you only 30-40 minutes to take a test/quiz. If you are a person who needs more time on tests I do not recommend this teacher. Other then that she is great!

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MATH097
May 18, 2012

She is a really great teacher, the class is mainly work on the computer but if you need help she is the best. If you do all your work the class is an easy A.

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MATH097
Jun 7, 2012

Miss Lee is awesome, I don't know who'll be my teacher next quarter but I'm sure I'll miss her . Very helpful and a sweet lady. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER! She makes math interesting.

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MATH098
Jun 26, 2012

Joyce is a great instructor and nice lady. She's definitely motivated to help students learn the material.

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MATH098
Nov 10, 2012

Find a better teacher if you can. shes nice, sometimes... her teaching method ridiculous, her lectures. not good. Also if she does not like you for whatever reason you will notice a lot of bul crap point docs on quiz'es.. Attending class everyday, doing my best while handling work/sports and other classes, yet shes doing her best to fail me...

5.0
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MATH97
Dec 5, 2012

Joyce is the first math teacher that I feel understood me. I took the class as a hybrid course and she always allowed me to come to her with questions, rather than over explaining material. When asking questions Joyce was never anything but approachable and helpful, and I will really miss her next quarter

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MATH098
Dec 10, 2012

I took is Hybrid class with her. It was terrible. She acted like answering a simple question was a chore and was condescending. There was practically no lecturing (the lecturing she did do was rushed and unclear at the end.) She wasn't flexible at all; it seemed that she was just there to teach the material and then leave. DO NOT TAKE!

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098098
Feb 21, 2013

Most of the time she would come in the class late and would only help a select number of students. She was nice, but gave too short of time to complete assignments and expected us to know everything.

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MATH097
Feb 22, 2013

Nice lady. Really helpful when you need it, although she does tend to ramble. Lots of homework but its all good practice. Overall easy A.

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MATH98
Apr 3, 2013

I am more of a computer based perrson rather then sitting in lectures. So this was a good class, got help and feedback with my work. She made sure we all understood it and helped extra if needed.

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MATH98
Jul 31, 2013

Worst teach I have ever had, not helpful, very unclear with explanations and unwilling to improvise with you. If you struggle with math I would NEVER take her

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MATH98
Oct 21, 2013

This is honestly one of the worst teachers I have ever had. I do fine in the class when I can teach myself the mathematics. But if I come across a math problem that I need help solving the teacher is absolutely no help. Not only does she mess up the problem half the time, but she is unwilling to actually help students.

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MATH098
Nov 14, 2013

Joyce is a great teacher, accept when you are taking your math class off of plato.com. each section has a graded evaluate, 8-10 ?'s on each evaluate. 4 unit tests that are graded as if it were a final. all HW is due the day of each test, but it is also signed daily by Joyce. To do well in her class, Show up Daily, she gives EC when alotta ppl skip

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MATH097
Mar 10, 2014

Really, really disappointing how she treats students. This rating is not a low blow to her, but a fair warning to people who are considering taking her class.

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MATH097
Mar 18, 2014

Trying to pass her class but she replies to my extensive and concerned emails with one word. Just passed her in the halls asking if we were still meeting and she greeted me with a huff.

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MATH97
Grade: B+
May 21, 2014

I took Ms. Lee in the fall. After reading the reviews on this site I can not agree more. Do not take her class if you dont want to destroy your GPA. Be careful with any of her classes.

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MATH98
Grade: A-
Jun 1, 2014

Joyce expects her students to show up, do the work, and be respectful. She makes time in her office for one on one tutoring and makeup exams. Attendance is mandatory and there are many other opportunities to keep your grades up. I had her for MATH 97 as well, and I owe much of my success to her. She is patient, kind, and I highly recommend her. :-)

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MATH099
Jun 18, 2014

Joyce is willing to help her students who try in her class. She gives extra credit when half of the class is missing. Her tests are easy but study a lot. She adds things that are not on the study guide or she tries to trick students. Make sure to study every detail for math problems. Always available during her office hours. Highly recommend her.

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098
Grade: B
Jun 20, 2014

Very good teacher that gives you opportunity to succeed. Lectures are great, and takes personal interest in your success. She has designed her courses thoughtfully. Very upbeat personality. I highly recommend her.

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98
Dec 7, 2014

Her teaching style is unprofessional, her tests are nothing like the homework you study for, I highly recommend you do not take this teacher for math 98. She is very biased and unclear when giving directions and is unrespectuful towards students

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097
Feb 19, 2015

Her Teaching style is horrible , I can't believe I had this lady for a professor she makes no sense . You think your doing good but nope. I highly do not recommend this lady, if you do make sure to take advantage of of math tutors or other students for help, her method does not work.

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MATH98
Grade: A+
Mar 28, 2015

Joyce is a really nice person but not that great of a teacher. She isn't very good at explaining math; if you ask her to clarify, she will usually just repeat the instructions rather than putting them into different words. The tests were much, much harder than anything done in class or on the homework.

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MATH98
Grade: A+
Apr 1, 2015

worst math teacher ever!!! do not take! she is horrible at teaching, and will make you take notes on what NOT to do. very confusing and hard to learn

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098
May 8, 2015

She is super nice and is helpful when she can be. Her teaching style isn't my favorite and I had to do a lot of learning outside of the classroom. But she gives a lot of extra credit and the homework is fairly easy to pass so as long as you use outside resources and communicate with her you will probably be fine.

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98
Grade: C+
Jun 30, 2015

Joyce can be very nice, but her lectures are very long and sometimes she doesn't make things very clear. She also gets flustered really easily... Her tests are fine, but make sure you do the homework every night or it will seriously drop your grade at the end of the quarter.

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MATH98
Grade: A
Aug 18, 2015

Joyce is a decent professor, but the key to being successful in her class is making sure you fully understand the material, which she is happy to go over in private if you do, by chance, not understand it. Participation often counts for extra points, so it will be to your advantage to be brave an and put your solutions and steps out for the class.

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MATH098
Grade: A-
Nov 13, 2015

If you wan to understand the material, know what you are doing, then she is the one you must take. One of the most amazing and thoughtful math professors at Bellevue College. Don't pay attention to bad reviews. Those are not true and made by lazy and incompetent students. Good luck!

4.0
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MATH075
Grade: F
Nov 15, 2015

I loved this teacher a lot, first it was really easy for me, but then later got very hard not because I wasn't reading it properly, but I wasn't understanding the material enough, but Ms. Joyce is one of the best math teachers (first being Elizabeth Demong) although she works hard, she does care for me deeply, but miss one day, and she marks u off.

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MATH075
Jan 29, 2016

Mrs. Lee is a very sweet teacher who is always there to answer any questions you might have. I was surprised that all the math work was done online, and the teacher doesn't teach, unless you need more explaining of something. Work at your own pace, but make sure you don't fall behind. Great class! And teacher!

4.0
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MATH097
Grade: A
Mar 2, 2016

I took math 97 with Joyce and she is a very nice teacher and was very helpful. The only issue I had with her is that the homework and classwork is way easier that the problems on the tests. But other than that she is a good teacher and I liked her so much I am actually taking math 98 with her next quarter.

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MATH098
Grade: A+
Apr 23, 2016

Joyce is a very sweet and good teacher. She takes time to make sure everyone understands. Homework was online but straightforward. She is very helpful and instruction is clear. I wish she taught 99, I would have definitely taken her class again.

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MATH098
Grade: A
May 22, 2016

Her lectures are so confusing. When no one asks her questions she gets bothered but if you are more than one question she walks away and then never comes back. By the end fo the quarter there were less than 10 students in her class and it started out full. She depends for other classmates to answer your questions but no one understands.

2.0
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3614B564
Grade: B
May 27, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Nice teacher, very boring lectures, hard tests, lots of homework, attendance mandatory, very tough grader.

3.0
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MATH098
Grade: A+
Jun 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Very hard to follow her explanations. Very confusing style.

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MAT1105
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 16, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I wouldn't recommend taking her class at all. She writes out problems on the computer and doesn't move from her desk to help students. Many other math professors at the same college write it out CLEARLY on the board for everyone to see. Other professors will come around and help students on problems before moving on to the next, she doesn't.

Tough Grader
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MATH098
Mar 1, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This teacher is a very sweet woman. She cares & explains material but that is mainly examples of questions on in class sheets/homework. This class was lower than the class I tested into, so I already knew the info, but I literally pretty much unlearned it in this class. I say textbook required because you might want to teach yourself a little.

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
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MATH098
Grade: A
Mar 22, 2017
Would take again

Very sweet teacher and gives back work instantly. Last math was years ago but class created confidence. Clear explaining of concepts but the tests do TEST your ability. All online homework is due last day causing frustration for those who had difficulty and could benefit from additional daily practice beyond the class work handed out each day ;P.

Tough Grader
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
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MATH097
Grade: A+
Apr 3, 2017
Would take again

Joyce is an amazing professor! I not only passed my class but got an A for the first time in my life, math has always been a struggle. She is a great teacher, she teaches the content at the pace that the class is understanding the material. She makes herself outside of class hours for any questions. I would definitely recommend!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
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MATH097
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Worst instructor I have ever had, very smart and very kind but she will give you a test the first week and 2 weekly tests are 40% of your grade no retakes no late no nothing. 45 equations and 45 minutes to take the test if you are not finished at the end of 45 minutes so what get up and give me your paper, she adds parenthesis to equations that in

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
2.0
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MATH097
Grade: Not sure yet
May 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Smart but not a good teacher. Very fast paced, if you don't understand the material already then her lectures won't help you. Good for review but not for learning. Very strict about talking in class and attendance. Grades based on method used to solve problems rather than answer-- getting the right answer doesn't always mean a good grade.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
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MATH98
Grade: A
Feb 1, 2018
Would take again

Joyce Lee is one of the greatest professors in Bellevue College. She is teaching thoroughly, is always there for students, always has extra credit work to help. Those who complain about her, are not working much probably. I was scared to take her class when I read all the bad rates. BELIEVE ME! She is amazing . I am in touch with her until today!

Participation matters
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
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3.0
MATHO75
Grade: B+
Jun 13, 2018
Would take again

I love this Professor, She will help you work out the problem even if she don't see the answer she works it with you.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
2.0
1.0
MATH098
Jun 18, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Lees class had 0 lectures. The whole thing was taught by the computer. She gets annoyed if you dont understand a concept and ask for further explanation. doesnt know some of the material herself and her explanations are self-contradicting. Her grading is based only on whats easiest for her, not whats fair. Missed 3 qs on a quiz and got a 78%.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GROUP PROJECTS
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2.0
MATH097
Nov 16, 2018
Would take again

Miss. Joyce is an amazing teacher! she really cares about the students and tries to make sure everyone understands the material! she gives plenty of extra credit opportunities and is very flexible. the people who gave her bad reviews probably didn't put in the effort. I highly recommend her. Im taking her for math098 next term and i can't wait!

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
MATH098
Mar 26, 2019
Would take again

Joyce is probably one of my favorite teachers at Bellevue College. She's very nice and caring and accommodates to most situations. There's quite a bit of extra credit opportunities.

Test heavy
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
MATH098
May 2, 2019
Wouldn't take again

literallly the worst teacher Ive had at Bellevue so far. DONT. TAKE. HER. CLASS!!! she doesnt give any lectures or explain any of the material and has exams that are 40% of your overall grade and its 2-3 units learned on ONE exam. very sweet but I absolutely hate her lol

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
4.0
5.0
MATH098
Grade: C
Jun 23, 2019
Would take again

For someone who struggles with math, Joyce is very helpful as far as helping you better understand the material and is very willing to work with you to ensure your success in class. However, she is a tough grader; your lowest test score won't be dropped and practice exams will be graded as if you were taking the real test. Hard WorkDo Well.

Lots of homework
Caring
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
MATH098
Grade: B
Dec 8, 2019
Would take again

7 challenging quizzes throughout the quarter but she drops your lowest which was great. She gives practice tests and is really approachable. Really isnt homework for class, but you have to complete a certain amount online over the course and if you dont keep up its gonna be tough. Really disliked online work, too much with all the tests in class.

Test heavy
Caring
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
MATH097
Grade: C
Jan 21, 2020
Would take again

I had a real hard time with Algebra so I was quite vocal in class about asking questions. There were many time I asked her to repeat, restate, or use an analogy to which she graciously tried. Then we asked for using different color markers, labels and clearly noted lectures, she did it. LOVE THIS WOMAN. I'm in 138 now and reference my 097 Lee notes

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH098
Grade: B+
Mar 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

My class started in person but because of the corona virus it was moved online. once the class was moved online the final was two weeks away. she decided that it would be a good idea to make what was originally a optional 8th homework assignment a mandatory one and make a new quiz with new info not covered in class due two days before the final.

4.0
1.0
MATH097
Apr 1, 2020
Would take again

A great teacher but sometimes goes through material really fast.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
2.0
3.0
MATH098
Grade: C
Oct 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I took this class online and it was tough. im usually really good at math but since she doesnt give any lessons with online she just makes u do aleks. the tests are hard and shes doesnt teach but rather assigns homework and lets aleks teach for her. one thing i will say is if u do have a question she will try her best to help you. Study Pass

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
2.0
MATH097
Nov 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Seeing other reviews, it seems that Joyce possibly thrived better in a classroom setting. Since Covid, online teaching has proved to be a struggle. There are a lot of miscommunication issues as to where assignments are submitted, when tests are open to take, etc. if you may have tech issues she is not forgiving or understanding.

5.0
2.0
MATH097
Grade: A
Nov 26, 2020
Would take again

With zoom, cameras need to be on. She is very easy to follow and takes great notes. Just follow along and copy down her notes and you will be just fine. Solid prof all around.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
MATH098
Dec 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I took this class online because COVID. I honestly have taken math and have always passed with an A or B. This was my first time EVER receiving such a low score. Teacher hardly responded to emails. It was very hard to receive instructions on how to complete the assignments. Directions were very scarce and hard to understand. Never will take again.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
MATH097
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2021
Would take again

I haven't touched math for 20 years and was a bit intimidated before taken this class. Professor Lee was a surprise to me as she was so great at her teaching. She made the subject so clear and easy to grasp. I am forever grateful for her. I hope you can choose her for your study.

Accessible outside class
Inspirational
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
MATH075
Grade: C
Apr 3, 2023

Mid at best.

5.0
2.0
MATH99
Grade: A+
Apr 16, 2023
Would take again

Amazing Professor, lots of homework though so don't fall behind or mess around. Very accessible for office hours and you have unlimited attempts on all homework until the turn-in attempt. You will have a midterm test and a final, and lots of study guides are given to you via Canvas.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Caring
2.0
4.0
098
Grade: C-
Mar 7, 2024

If you struggle with math and learning concepts is difficult for you, or you need extra help, avoid her online class. While she may be a good teacher for in-person classes, her online class was a nightmare. There are zero lectures and the entire class is taught through the online textbook. This was a 100% self-taught class.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
098
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 17, 2024

Do not take this class if you rely on the instructor giving lectures. Nothing was taught by her, everything was through an online math website. All you did was watch videos. Do not take this class if you are NOT looking for a self-taught course.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
4.0
5.0
098
Grade: A-
Jul 19, 2024

Test heavy. Not much time given on tests. Caring teacher did not request dshs but she gave it to me any ways. Test heavy. Was failing by mid quarter, withdrew for the w and tried again thru another teacher and got an A+. Joyce is kind but difficult teacher. If you can do 120 word question tests in less than 40 min you'll be fine.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
098
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 18, 2025

Nice teacher but literally didnt teach anything. I cant believe she can actually get paid for this. 100% self taught. The amount of daily homework and learning with no guidance is INSANE. Not only did you have to self learn an entire section daily, but also do an average of 30 homework questions daily, and a test every week. I was drowning in math.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
098
Grade: Incomplete
Apr 30, 2025

It is self taught class. I wouldn't take this class again

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
098
Grade: Not sure yet
May 9, 2025

Spare yourself, please. This class is absurd for being under 100 level. The sheer amount of homework is outrageous. You will eat, sleep and breathe math with no breaks. This class is completely self-taught, you're expected to complete multiple in-depth (each a minimum 30 questions) Pearson sections each week, followed by an Exam each week.Dont take

2.0
5.0
098
Grade: A-
Jun 24, 2025

Professor doesn't do any lectures, it's entirely a self-taught class. Practice tests are mandatory and graded before each exam (weekly), daily homework is 15-35 questions, and entirely just busywork. Final exam practice test due a day before the real exam takes 4-5 hours and is 110 questions, and there's regular worksheets you have to print.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
3.0
098
Grade: B
Jul 15, 2025

Awful instructor and terribly unprofessional

Participation matters
2.0
4.0
098
Grade: Rather not say
Jul 21, 2025

I had a semi-complex question regarding an assignment, it took her 4 days to send me a one word response. The worst bit of the class was the program, not the professor, but she certainly didn't make it any easier.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
098
Grade: C
Oct 9, 2025

Apparently if I dont have neat, organized scratch paper, I dont get credit for the exam. Would also like to note that the homework will say its due in a week but in reality its due today or else you can't take the exam. Also Professor is unwilling to work with me about these issues.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MATH098
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 23, 2025

just don't

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
098
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2025

Your entire life will be math. Do not take if you have another hw-heavy class. 10-30 question homeworks (same amount of time, ~1-2 hrs each) every day, so you can't fall behind + worksheets and a 100 question non-optional practise final. Professor herself was lovely the only time I met her but save yourself the migraine

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
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