3.7

Katalin Szucs

Mathematics - East Carolina University

3.7
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
52%
Would Retake
139
Reviews
3.7
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
3.8
Helpful
3.6
Clarity

52%

Would Retake

139

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

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What Students Say

i mean absolutely awful

MATH045 - 2.0 rating

She is a horrible teacher, and its not just because I did horrible in her class

1083 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

97%

Textbook Required

59%

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Based on 27 grades
Most common grades:
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A- (5)
Incomplete (2)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 33 reported grades
A: 13
A-: 5
Incomplete: 2
Not sure yet: 2
Common Tags
Skip class? You won't pass. (17)
Gives good feedback (8)
Tough Grader (7)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (7)
Caring (4)
Amazing lectures (4)
Hilarious (3)
Respected (3)
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Ratings by Course

2122

5.0

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PRECAL

5.0

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INTMATH

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REMEDIALM

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Difficulty by Course

1083

5.0

MATH1000

5.0

MATH045

4.4

PRECAL

4.0

REMEDIAL

4.0

Reviews (139)
4.0
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1085
Apr 1, 2003

She's a smart Hungarian lady, but her class is hard. She will use up every second in that class.

1.0
5.0
MATH1085
Apr 2, 2003

Run for your lives. 5 days a week of this teacher is too much to bear.

3.0
5.0
MATH1085
Apr 29, 2003

Super hard class. Teacher moves fast. She is willing to help, but you have to ask. If you don't have to take this class then don't!!

5.0
4.0
PRECAL
May 29, 2003

Best math teacher i've ever had! and very helpful!

5.0
3.0
MATH1085
Jul 20, 2003

GREAT teacher. she explains things very well, it's just a little hard. put forth effort and you'll pass

5.0
4.0
MATH1085
Sep 2, 2003

help prepare me for calc. which i passed with ease.

4.0
2.0
MATH
Oct 7, 2003

The class is really easy and she helps out a lot

5.0
1.0
MATH1085
Nov 3, 2003

Experienced teacher, and has found easy methods to teach her class. Requires work to be done, but has a helpful nature.

4.0
4.0
MATH1085
Nov 11, 2003

Excellent teacher! The class overall is pretty hard and having class everyday consists of a lot or work. She is a very smart lady and can explain things very well! I would recommend her...

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2.0
MATH
Nov 12, 2003

HORRIBLE, FAVORITIST, DON'T TAKLE HER! RUN AWAY... FAST..

2.0
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MATH
Nov 13, 2003

Not helpfull at all, the lab assistants are rude. If you get her for remedial math, change it for your own good because no one in this class room will help you.

5.0
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REMEDIAL
Nov 17, 2003

i love dr. szucs. she is funny and smart and makes math make sense. if you take advantage of the lab hours, its hard to do poorly. u get to take each test 3 times and she or the lab ass. will go over each one missed with you.

2.0
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REMEDIAL
Nov 21, 2003

Don't take her for remedial math, she is condesending and the lab assistants are to.The only thing i came away with from that class was was an even bigger hatred for math

3.0
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MAT
Nov 25, 2003

The only teacher I know that can go a week straight without smiling... :(

5.0
1.0
MATH1085
Dec 2, 2003

Should take her class. She is the best.

5.0
3.0
INTMATH
Dec 9, 2003

Very helpful. take her if you can.

3.0
3.0
REMEDIAL
Feb 6, 2004

language barrier is difficult to get over, especially when you have difficulty in math. its like being in a nazi death camp. why would you let a teacher who is hard to understand teach a class that is for math students who are already behind. Run away!!

2.0
3.0
MATH0045
Feb 16, 2004

I don't know how this instructor got into the teaching profession. She is impatient, rude, and has conditioned her lab assistants to be the same. The impatients has given me an even greater fear of math. . .Not a good teacher, nor are her assistants.

5.0
2.0
MATH1045
Mar 5, 2004

good teacher, explains very well. She wants to make sure that we learn it and learn it well. Helpful nature. Got to do the HW and whatever she tells us to do and then its an easy A.

5.0
2.0
1085
Mar 25, 2004

nice teacher, gives a lot of extra points to help out on the exams. Takes about 13-15 quizzes and counts 10 top most. One exam gets dropped and if you make an A in the course, you do not have to take the final. Get her. Explains very well.

2.0
3.0
MATH0045
Apr 1, 2004

She seemed rude and not to understanding to students with math trouble.

1.0
4.0
MATH0045
Apr 6, 2004

Do not waste your time and money with this teacher. I am bad at math, and this class taught by Dr. Szucs made it worse. Very rude and impatient.

1.0
4.0
MATH
Apr 8, 2004

if you like being confused, then take her class... otherwise, don't. i've had to basically teach myself in her class

5.0
2.0
MAT0045
Apr 13, 2004

She is the best math teacher I have ever had. I am horrible at math and she explains things so well and goes very slow. She's actually a lot of fun too...cracking jokes and what not. THe first math class I ever loved and got perfect attendance in haha

5.0
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REMEDIALM
Apr 16, 2004

Beautiful smile and a beautiful mind, makes a wonderful math professor!

3.0
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MATH0045
Jun 24, 2004

I had a hard time understand her. Also I felt like I was teaching myself. She doesn't teach unless you ask a question. Other then that she just tells you want problems to do and you sit there and do them.

5.0
3.0
MATH1055
Jul 20, 2004

she is great. she stayed late to help me and let me sit in on other classes. she will do everything she can for you.

5.0
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REMEDIALM
Jul 26, 2004

she gave my class 3 attempts on every test. in other words: she is AMAZING! if you need help, there are several TA's to help if you can't understand her. yes, sir... i liked it!

4.0
3.0
MATH1085
Oct 27, 2004

she's ok, but she confuses me. She rushes through everything...very unclear sometimes. She's really sweet though. Her quizzes are short and her tests are short, but take forever to do. :(

1.0
5.0
MATH
Nov 4, 2004

Very arragant,power hungry, witch who should have been fired a long time ago. Runs down students and tries to intimidate them.She is the biggest thing wrong with the math department.

5.0
1.0
MATH
Nov 8, 2004

SHE GOES STEP-BY-STEP. YOU WILL LOVE HER IF YOU ARE NOT GOOD AT MATH AT ALL. GOOD LUCK

1.0
5.0
MATH1085
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Nov 10, 2004

NO NO NO NO. Too much information packed too tightly. DO NOT plan a class after hers. Tests always run over and they are unfair. Do not take her, I promise like the class. Nice woman. Sucky class. I hate math now.

5.0
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MATH1085
Nov 12, 2004

She is a very nice lady, but sometimes hard to understand because she has a hungarian accent. She knows her math and the tests aren't too bad but they do always take longer than an hour. If you are not naturally good at math, be ready to study!! regular quizzes and takes attendance everyday!

2.0
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MATH0045
Dec 12, 2004

Do not take this woman....hard quizzes and no muliple choice tests. She comes from the pits of hell. She works for the devil. If you have her drop her quick.

1.0
5.0
MATH045
Dec 15, 2004

i can't understand why this woman is teaching remedial math...obviously the students taking this class have a hard time with math. she doesn't help A BIT! she yells, she stomps her feet, but she isn't helpful at all...or atleast not to me. i hated her class! hated it! stay away!!!!!!! :(

2.0
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0045
Jan 4, 2005

Terrible teacher! Unbelievable test that are not multiple choice, if you mess up on one thing the whole problem is wrong. No half credit. She does give a wksh that you can earn up to 10 points added to your test but that still is not enough to pass her test!

2.0
5.0
MATH0045
Jan 11, 2005

This woman is a Demon seed. Take it from me dont take her class. Her tests are too hard and they are not multiple choice. If you are in her class leave now!!!!!! If you dont you are setting yourself up for failure!!!!

5.0
3.0
MATH0045
Jan 13, 2005

She was very nice and funny. She gives 2 to 3 chances to take each test if you don't take advantage of her. If you do your homework and come to class you should do well. She explains everything you need to know very well. She treats you well as long as you treat her well.

5.0
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PRECAL
Jan 14, 2005

She's the best teacher I've had at ECU. Yes, she's difficult, and yes she asks a lot from her students, but if you do at least part of the homework, come to class, and work on the study guides, you should be able to at least get a B. She's excellent...and you get used to the accent.

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0045
Mar 7, 2005

Be Smart.....dont take her. She works for the devil. She is very mean and he tests are too hard for the class. She is a grade A bad teacher.

5.0
3.0
MATH0045
Apr 28, 2005

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5.0
2.0
2122
Jun 15, 2005

She is a GREAT teacher. She's funny and likes to makes jokes. There is no question about it, I would take her again. She makes the material easy to understand and she loves what she does. As for her accent, it's not hard to understand her.

5.0
1.0
MATH0001
Jun 19, 2005

A breeze, just go to class and you will be fine. Tons of extra credit, explains things very easily. Her accent is not hard to unserdatnd and she is always available for extra help. Lots of points from quizzes and worksheets to bring up test scores if needed and always extra credit on tests.

5.0
2.0
001
Jun 22, 2005

She was very easy does not check homework.If you come two class you can get extra credit on your test, which are too easy. Take her its an A if you do your work.

5.0
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0045
Jul 5, 2005

SHE'S THE BEST!!!! LOVED HER... Just do your work.. if you miss a class or two... make sure to review wat she covered.. and you'll do great... She's really a great teacher!

5.0
3.0
MATH0001
Jul 13, 2005

I would be doing the school and Dr. Sucz an injustice if I didn't comment on the excellent job she does as a instructor. Her teaching style is so down to earth that I can honestly say I learned alot in Mathematics for the first time. Needly to say, her teachings has increased my confidence in Mathematics tremendously. Dr. Sucz, thanks......Kelvin!

4.0
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MATH0045
Grade: Incomplete
Jul 30, 2005

Very nice lady, accent but you can understand her, did check homework each time, 4 test, 4 worksheets, and final, class moved pretty fast for a remedial math class, strict attendance

5.0
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MATH1045
Oct 31, 2005

Wonderful teacher... She makes sure that YOU understand all the time.. I definatley recomend her!

5.0
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MATH0045
Grade: A
Nov 4, 2005

She is a great teacher. Even though she has a PhD in math I do not feel like she is talking down to me like alot of other professors do. I highly recommend her.

5.0
1.0
MATH0045
Nov 9, 2005

great teacher expains everything step by step. you will not fail her class if you do the homework

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MATH1085
Dec 13, 2005

She is a GREAT teacher. The material and the tests can be difficult, but she's always willing to help. Attendance isn't too bad, several quizzes throughout the semester, and randomly takes homework sometimes. If you do your homework in the class, and study, you'll be fine. I'd take her again in a heartbeat if I had the chance.

5.0
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MATH0045
Dec 28, 2005

I highly recommend this professor for this particular class because she helps you to clearly understand each problem step by step unlike other math teachers I have had in previous math classes. Again she has been a tremendous help for me and I am positive she will be a tremendous help for you.

3.0
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MATH0045
Jan 9, 2006

I highly recommend students whose been out of school for at least ten years need not to take this class under this professor! What she goes over in class does not match her tests!

5.0
2.0
MATH0045
Jan 17, 2006

Great teacher!..she makes jokes in class and wants her students to learn...i'm not good in math but i actually felt like i knew what was goin on in her class. She has a little accent but it's cute and u can understand what she says!

5.0
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MATH0045
Mar 8, 2006

This little lady is a great teacher. Her accent is cute and she wants you to learn and will do all that she can to help you. I have been out of school for 10 years nad absolutely abore math. But she helped alot with the transition and brought some fun back to it for me. In order to do good you have to come to class, pay attention and do your HW!

5.0
1.0
MATH1085
Mar 20, 2006

Easy A if you do your homework. Gives alot of homework and quizzes come right from the homework. Exams aren't that bad. Gives a chance to earn double credit for some problems. If you only miss 3 classes she will drop your lowest exam grade. Takes the best 10 out of however many quizzes and averages as an exam. Great Professor.

3.0
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MATH1085
Mar 29, 2006

She is a nice person but oblivious to the fact that her class takes up way too much time and the extent to which this material will help you in calculus is questionable. Ever wonder why 1085 isnt a pre-req for almost anything? Class is way too much work. How can pre-calc be 3 sem. hours at other schools but five here? Takes a real toll during the semester as the material gets harder and you can only miss 3 classes if you want to do well. People talking about double credit on problems are fools, it takes most people the entire period to finish her tests. No one has time to do a problem two different ways for extra credit, even though that option is available. This is not the instructor's fault but it's hardly worth mentioning as a positive aspect of the class. Dont let this class ruin your gpa like I did and dont take it unless you have to. She will fail people without blinking twice, she's as straight as an arrow so while she's nice, dont expect anything in terms of brownie points. She's helpful in her office and you can tell that she really loves math, teaches a lot of classes and stays really busy and goes the extra mile for her students. She expects you to go the extra mile too and it cant always happen, especially if the rest of your schedule isnt easy. Maybe Im bitter because Im godawful at math. Having taken this class, I never want to take another math class again in my life. A sweet lady full of jokes and stories that teaches an awful class, that's the problem here. Im sure she's more tolerable in a lower level/easier math class like 0045 but just dont take 1085 and you can thank me later.

5.0
2.0
MATH2122
Jun 15, 2006

Love Dr. Szucs. Very enthusiastic. Willing to help. Very clear lectures. Just go to class, and you'll do fine. I got ~98.

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MATH
Jul 6, 2006

The most dedicated teacher I've had in college. Positive, helpful, cares about the sucess of her students. GREAT.

5.0
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0045
Jul 27, 2006

Her 0045 class is great for people who have a little trouble with math. Everything is done at your own pace and your get to take the tests at least two times each to get the best grade you can. She is really funny and friendly, but she has a noticable accent that may be hard for some people. Overall it was a fun easygoing class.

5.0
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MATH0045
Dec 5, 2006

Easy class and got to do work at your own pace. Treats you like your 5, she wont let you move out your seat or talk to anyone during class. She's not a bad teacher but I hated going.

4.0
1.0
MATH0045
Mar 29, 2007

This woman is amazing! I had a horrible time with math all throughout high school, but this professor made it seem understandable, and could even apply math to everyday situations. She thinks very highly of her students (those who make an effort), but especially of herself :) A pleasure to learn from, even at 9 in the morning. I highly recommend

3.0
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MATH0045
Apr 4, 2007

She's a good teacher, but she got on my nerves with her smart comments. I almost have caught a few attitudes with her once or twice. Other that that she can teach and she gives homework every night and a lot of My Math Lab assignments.

5.0
1.0
MATH0045
May 8, 2007

As much as I hate math, this professor made it so simple. She takes the time to break down problems into steps and show you shortcuts that actually WORK. She's very funny and quite proud of her students. You can expect weekly quizzes, but they're not too horrible.

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MATH1085
Jul 31, 2007

Pre-Calc is very difficult with her.... there is so much, and while she is extremely helpful, the tests are extremely hard. I thought I was at least descent in math till I had her for this :[ Be sure you can handle the huge work load and out of class study if you take Pre-Calc with her; and get the solution manual for the book-- it helps.

4.0
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MATH0045
Nov 7, 2007

A little hard to understand her foreign accent. Tests arnt too bad, but there arn't that many questions on them, don't miss any or your screwd!!! overall not horrible

5.0
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MATH1085
Nov 12, 2007

Dr. Szucs is the best math teacher by far!! I absolutely love math and when I took her class I fell in love with it even more. I took Pre-Calculus in high school and I'm still learning new things. Her tests are somewhat challenging but nothing you can't handle. I sincerely recommend this teacher for Pre-Calculus!!!!

1.0
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MATH1085
Dec 9, 2007

She was not helpful at all. The test were difficult and she never answers any questions outside of class. Math is one of my subjects so I was able to barley pass, with a lot of self study (10+ hours).

5.0
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PREC1085
May 11, 2008

Very sweet, not really hard to understand, extreamly helpfull, loads of extracredit, I got a B becuase I coulden't bear to study so close to summer and lost my A, she expects you to know it, but is a very good teacher and is eager to help you with any confusions, a model teacher and then some

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MATH045
Nov 1, 2008

DO NOT TAKE FOR ANY CLASS... SHE IS A BAD TEACHER

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MATH0045
Nov 3, 2008

She is the worst possible teacher for math ever. She has a heavy accent because she is from Hungary and she is bad at teaching. DO NOT TAKE HER! She also makes some of her assistants teach and some of them are bad as well

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MATH0045
Nov 7, 2008

I cannot believe anyone from math 0045 can give Dr. Szucs a bad rating. Especially because our class is in the math lab. She holds your hand through the class, which you won't get from any other teacher in college.She is amazing and she will answer your questions-you just have to ask them.No one can read minds. TAKE HER IF YOU WANT TO MOVE 2 GO ON

5.0
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MATH0045
Nov 7, 2008

How can anyone give Dr. Szucs a bad rating? She's the best math teacher I've ever had. She practically holds your hand through the course which no other college course will do. She is amazing and will answer questions clearly, but you have to ask. No one is a mind reader! She also gives dozens of extra credit opportunities. TAKE HER! YOU WILL PASS

5.0
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MATH0045
Nov 11, 2008

Here's the REAL scoop on Dr.Szucs. YES she has an accent but it's not THAT hard to understand. She explains everything thoroughly & homework isn't REQUIRED it's up to 10 bonus points on the TEST. Her & the lab assts. are extremely helpful, she is a wonderful professor, & she cares about her students! BUT procrastinating doesnt fly in this class!

3.0
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MATH1085
Nov 18, 2008

Her heart is in the right place, but her class is very difficult. It was very boring and she could be quite rude even tho she did not realize it. It was very uncomfortable to ask questions if you were lost. Don't think it is going to be an easy class. Take 1083 is you can, atleast its only 3 credit hours instead of 5.

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MATH045
Dec 4, 2008

DO NOT TAKE HER... SHE IS THE WORSE TEACHER EVER... DO NOT TAKE HER IF U CAN GET OUT, ESCAPE FROM HER BAD ATTIUTDE AND ALWAYS DISGRADING STUDENTS SHE WILL MAKE U FEEL LIKE U ARE USELESS AND DUMB... DO NOT TAKE HER IF U DO NOT WANT TO BE PUT DOWN DAY AFTER DAY...

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MATH1065
Dec 29, 2008

Great Teacher, Really cares how all her students do. You have just got to show that you want to pass. Why go to school if you are not there to learn, believe it or not you really make it bad for those of us who desire to learn and continue on. I would take her if you desire to be taught and taught where you can recall the information later.

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MATH1085
Apr 15, 2009

Run! She is unwaveringly stubborn and talks down to you all semester. To quote her, "My job is to weed out the weaker students in my class..." Wow, wrong attitude. She is from Hungary and attained her degree under a communist state. And her view point reflects her communist education. She demands respect and absolutely does not deserve it. Horrible

5.0
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MATH1085
May 2, 2009

This class is not meant to be easy, it is for students who will most likely have use for the basics of calculus in their major. I did not find her rude, she, like I, is just perplexed when students spend thousands of dollars on school and are not interested in learning. If you are willing to go to class and pay attention, you will do fine.

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MATH1085
May 25, 2009

This teacher is close to one of the best at ECU. She has the desire to teach those that want to learn and will do anything she can to help you understand the material.the is very thorough in what she teaches and does it well. This is an excellent teacher to those that want to learn and I would recommend her to anyone! You will do great if you go

5.0
3.0
MATH1085
May 25, 2009

This is an excellent teacher who really cares about the student and their performance in the class. As long as you show up to class with the desire to learn you will walk out of this class with an A. It wont be a walk in the park but she really does her best to make sure we learn and her tests show it. I would recommend her to anyone :)

5.0
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MATH1085
Jun 5, 2009

Dr. Szucs is awesome and funny! she gives hmwk everyday which is due the next day by 12pm but the book work is optional She is ALWAYS willing to help so don't be afraid to ask questions before and after class even during office hours! the tests are time consuming but u get a chance to get up to 5pts added to ur test if u do corrections correctly.

5.0
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MATH1085
Jun 5, 2009

also if u don't miss class u'll get up to 10pts added to ur lowest test score!! always do ur hmwk, ask questions, do test corrections and u'll def get an A in da class! remember pre-calc is 5 CREDITS!!! dr. szucs is really cool when u get to know her...good luck!

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MATH1000
Oct 30, 2009

Very difficult person to deal with. Attendance policy is ridiculous. Threatened to call my parents. Provides very little help in class and doesn't answer a lot of questions. I find her to be cold and somewhat rude too. Not recommended at all.

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MATH045
Oct 30, 2009

Dr. Szucs in not nice and gives too much work. She grades hard. She doesn't give partial credit on exams. Not easy to deal with.

5.0
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MATH0045
Dec 13, 2009

She is very helpful and understanding. Go to class and she'll make it easy for you. Her sense of humor is funny, but it may sting a little if you're sensitive lol Very structured class. I'd take her again =]

4.0
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MATH1045
Jan 4, 2010

Dr. Szucs is one of the best math teachers you could ever take! I have never been good at math but she makes things very easy to understand. She drops your lowest quiz grades and averages my math lab grades in as test grades. If you miss less than 3 days of class she adds 10 points to one of your test grades. She truly cares about her students!

3.0
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MATH1085
Jun 8, 2010

She is nice to those that she likes and is very very cruel to those she dislikes. Get on her bad side and be prepared to be belittled for the rest of the semester. The class itself isn't too bad as long as you do all the work she assigns. There is a very large workload and in order to succeed you must do both the book work and the online homework.

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MATH1085
Aug 17, 2010

Easy Class however many do not do well. She hates cell phones so don't even try it. She is very helpful you just have to take the time to go see her.

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MATH0045
Dec 25, 2010

Awesome math teacher! Once you get used to her accent, she is awesome. Do the hw. It WILL pay off. Dont push her buttons, she doesn't play. Forget the cellphones, you will get sent out. Her entire course is laid out from day one to the finish so there is no surprises. Her grading isn't bad at all bc she will drop alot at the end!

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MATH0045
May 16, 2011

She is an awesome teacher! I loved her class. She is VERY helpful and nice. This class prepares you for higher level math classes that are required for most majors. Homework is extra credit for test. I was very prepared for all test in her class! TAKE THIS CLASS!!!!

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MATH0045
Dec 6, 2011

Dr. Suzcs is a FANTASTIC professor. She is extremely helpful and a wonderful math teacher. It takes skill to make this english lover's favorite class of the semester, be math.

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MATH1065
Dec 9, 2011

Dr. Szucs is a wonderful teacher. She is hard to understand with certain words because of her accent (she's from hungary) but she is always super helpful and will not talk down to you unlike other professors for math. TAKE HER CLASS!

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MATH1065
May 9, 2012

SHE'S AMAZING! I hate math but she made it easy. I went to class, did my homework, and study and made a B! Make sure you do go to class, or you'll fail after missing 6 classes! Do the test reviews, they are helpful. Didn't buy the book, never used it!

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MTH1085
Sep 28, 2012

Very helpful and understanding. I would take her classes anytime.

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MATH0045
Dec 8, 2012

I took this class to better prepare myself for MATH1065. Mistake. Complete waste of time, and ended up hurting my GPA. I went to every class but two, studied, and took notes- still received a C-. I hated asking her questions because she was sarcastic.

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MATH0045
Apr 12, 2013

Overall a good class to take before you move on to 1065. If you go to class and at least know the basics of Mathematics you will do well. You get extra credit on the tests if you come to class every day and you can retake the test once if you make a poor grade. Overall, a great class to take.

5.0
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MATH045
Apr 22, 2013

LOVED her! She loves her job and her main focus is to make sure you understand the material and are prepared for the next level of math. You get extra credit for not missing class and you get 2 chances on your tests if you do poorly on your first try! I would recommend her to anyone! This class helped refresh my math greatly!

5.0
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MATH1085
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 17, 2014

AWESOME teacher makes class fly by and really knows her stuff I wouldn't take any other math professor

5.0
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MATH1085
Dec 4, 2014

She has an accent but she speaks better English than most of English-Speakers. If you have questions, ask, she loves questions. Extra-credit for every single exam. She drops your lowest quiz grade and two of your lowest homework grade. Don't miss class and you'll get 10+ points to your lowest grade. She really cares about her students.

4.0
1.0
MATH1085
Grade: A-
Mar 5, 2015

Mrs. Szucs is a great professor who teaches math and knows what she is talking about. She has great teaching techniques that helped me learn and i would recommend her.

5.0
2.0
MATH0045
Grade: A
Mar 25, 2015

Dr. Szucs is the best math teacher I've ever had. She knows the material. She does have an accent but it's not hard to understand her at all. She gives extra credit on tests for doing the reviews and 2 points just for being there. She's crazy strict about no cell phones, which I think helps everyone focus. Her lab assistants are also very helpful.

2.0
5.0
1083
Grade: D+
Apr 15, 2015

Im confused as the people below describe her as a good teacher. She is a horrible teacher, and its not just because I did horrible in her class. I am a good math student studying engineering and need this class to get into my major. She is not helpful, hard to understand. TAKE THE CLEP EXAM TO GET OUT OF HER CLASS. Thats what I did

4.0
4.0
MATH1083
Grade: A
Apr 20, 2015

She is a wonderful professor. She really cares about her students and will do a lot to help students succeed. Her tests are long and really difficult. But she also helps a lot with grades on the exams because she wants for everyone to do well. Homework grade counts as a test grade.

4.0
3.0
MATH0045
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2015

She is a good teacher, but I couldn't get past her strong accent. Luckily, the class was accompanied by a great online source so don't stress if you can learn independently. She's friendly, but do not let her catch you with a phone. Yikes. And she keeps you until the last minute and gets upset if you leave the class at any point for any reason.

2.0
5.0
MATH045
May 5, 2015

awful professor. i mean absolutely awful. she will call you out and make you look stupid in front of the class and talk about your grades loudly to embarrass you. she has an extremely thick accent and is not helpful whatsoever. i don't know why everyone says shes a good professor. do not take her

5.0
1.0
MATH0045
Grade: A
Oct 7, 2015

Seriously love this teacher. I highly recommend her. I love the way she teaches and her personality overall. It is very easy to make good grades in her class, as long as you pay attention.

5.0
3.0
MATH1083
Grade: A
Nov 2, 2015

Szucs is a great teacher! There are plenty of examples in class. She has practice tests before every exam. Answers questions from the hw at the beginning of class. Multiple opportunities for extra credit. Tough class for most people, but if you take the time to get help you'll be fine. GO TO CLASS

4.0
4.0
MATH1083
Nov 5, 2015

The class does involve a lot of work to pass but she is a good teacher and will do what she can to help you pass. She does grade with partial credit to help you get the highest grade possible.

4.0
3.0
MATH1083
Grade: A-
Nov 6, 2015

shes funny

5.0
4.0
MATH1083
Grade: Incomplete
Nov 9, 2015

If you are a Biochem/Chem/Engr major, take Mrs. Szucs! She gives the absolute best lectures and will actually make you excited to go home and do math. Probably the best professor I have had at ECU. Be sure to utilize her office hours and if needed, ask questions in class. She is always ready to help!

5.0
2.0
MATH0045
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2015

I love having her class. I used to love math but had terrible teachers my last 2 years of high school. Having her as my professor brought that love back. She genuinely wants her students to succeed and clearly expresses how proud she is when you do well in her class, especially if you are slacking then bring your grade up. I'd high recommend her!!

5.0
3.0
MAT0045
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2015

Dr. Szucs is a wonderful teacher. Just act like an adult, show up to class, do your work, and you will do fine. For each exam you get three practice tests and if you don't do well on the test A you can take test B!

4.0
4.0
MATH1083
Grade: B
Jan 5, 2016

I'm not very good at math so this wasn't the class for me. She has an accent but it's not hard to understand her. If you miss more than 6 classes she will start taking away points from your lowest test grade so go to class. Start studying for tests ahead of time there are only 3 and they count a lot. Homework every night that requires time.

1.0
3.0
MAT0045
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 26, 2016
Wouldn't take again

On the second day of class people could still not gain access to my math lab, and were penalized for being unable to do the homework despite not being able to log into the course. Whenever she teaches she has a habit of screaming at you. When I asked her a clarification question I was yelled at and told to wait on a timed quiz.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
MATH1083
Grade: B
Nov 3, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She explains the material well, but she has a thick accent and her tests are very hard. Her tests don't contain many multiple choice questions and are graded harshly, but she does give some bonus points rarely. If you aren't already great at math I'd advise you to take someone else.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
MATH1083
Nov 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Szucs is willing to help so take full advantage! She counts homework/quizzes as a test grade, PERFECT attendance will get you 6 extra points on your lowest test. She expects a lot of memorization and honestly makes the class harder than it needs to be due to minimal usage of calculators. If math isn't your strong suit, steer clear.

Tough Grader
Hilarious
Caring
2.0
4.0
MATH1066
Grade: C-
May 10, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Terrible, will not help you even one tenth of a point. She constantly reminds you no one ever passes my class. WOW what an encouragement right before every test, Thanks to her I will have to retake.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
MAT0045
Grade: A-
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Best Teacher I have had at this school. This, coming from a person who's always made consistent D's in math while trying:The negative comments above are from ppl who 100% did not try. She is funny&caring. If you do not care, neither does she like it should be. Even helped me with the next math class i had to take because that teacher was awful..

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH0045
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Szucs was probably the best math instructor I've ever had. Throughout high school, I'd always just barely pass my maths with a C, but I've been able to maintain an A the whole semester. The lecture is in a computer lab, but the class is taken online. You have to show up to class so she can teach and that you can take in-class quizzes and tests

Hilarious
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
MAT0045
Grade: A-
Dec 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Szucs knows her stuff, she's head of the mathematics department. I took her this fall for Math 0045, it is an online based course but you must show up to class. If you have perfect attendance she will give you 2+ bonus points on test, drops the 2 lowest homework grades and lowest quiz grade. Be prepared to work. DO THE TEST REVIEW

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
2.0
4.0
MATH0045
Grade: C
Dec 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I don't know if she means to but she can come across as very rude sometimes. Homework every night and quiz every day, must turn off your phone in class, every time you skip class you get a point deducted from you test, will give you a hard time for having a hard time in her class, calls on the wrong people sometimes. All work is done online.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
5.0
MATH1066
Grade: D
Dec 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Hardest class ever!! She never updated grades so you wont know until your final grade. Personally, I have never done bad in math, and my strongest subject is math BUT I received a D and many others failed. Even when you go to class regularly, the homework doesnt help with the tests and the tests are too hard from what she teaches. Do NOT take her

Tough Grader
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
MATH1066
Grade: A-
Dec 28, 2017
Would take again

Best teacher for 1066

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Would take again
5.0
3.0
MATH0045
Jan 29, 2018
Would take again

Math has never come easy for me, until I had her as my teacher. She made me understand and encourages you to make mistakes in class so you can learn from them. She explains thoroughly the simple mistakes that a lot of people have. She goes over everything you might encounter in my mathlab. I like that she is focused on accuracy instead of speed.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MAT0045
Grade: A
Feb 21, 2018
Would take again

Mrs. Szucs was an awesome teacher to take for MATH 0045. She makes everything very understanding during her lectures. I am not the best in math but she made everything where it was easy to understand and remember how to do. It has definitely helped me already in MATH 1066 already.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
1.0
3.0
MATH1066
Apr 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Majority of good ratings for her are for her developmental math classes. If you're a business major I would not recommend her, I would give a zero rating if I could.

5.0
3.0
MATH1066
Grade: A
May 1, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Szucs really knows her stuff and cares about her students! Her class is taught old fashioned but for me it really worked. She teaches the material, gives you a worksheet with vocabulary and examples, and then youll have a homework assignment on that material due by the next class. I really enjoyed her class and Dr. Szucs

Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
2.0
MATH0045
Grade: B-
May 26, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Szucs is a very sweet lady! Her accent is a little hard at first, but once you get used to it, she's absolutely hilarious and she genuinely cares about making you pass.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
3.0
MATH0045
Grade: A
Jun 23, 2018
Would take again

She is a great professor! I had her for Math 0045 over the summer, used Mymathlab. If you actually pay attention in class and keep focused, her lectures are Great. Extra credit was given for attendance and unit review packets (not sure if that applies to Fall/Spring semester). She is Very helpful and cares. Pretty thick accent, but not too bad.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
MATH1066
Aug 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Makes it hard for no reason

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
MATH0045
Nov 16, 2018
Would take again

Such a great teacher. Some may find her a bit abrasive at first, with her 0 tolerance for phones, but she really cares about her students. Lectures are very clear and she doesnt make you feel stupid for asking questions. Almost impossible to fail cause she has 2 attempts for every exam and half the class is homework. TAKE HER!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
MATH1064
Nov 19, 2018
Would take again

She is very old fashioned and everything is done in chalkboard. However she has a good pace of the information so she doesnt overwhelm you. Theres an assignment after every class. She does care that you learn the information and that you get a good grade. You cant have your phone out. Tests arent bad as long as you take time to learn the steps.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
5.0
MATH1064
Dec 12, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She genuinely cared about helping students, however she comes across as stone cold. She has a pretty thick Hungarian accent but you get used to it quick. Tries to involve students in the class to make sure everyone is understanding it. Just pay attention, do the homework and study before tests, and it honestly isn't too bad.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
MATH0045
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Not going to lie, I really did not like her at the beginning. I could not understand her accent and i didnt like her phone policy. once the weeks went by, i was surprised to realize how much i enjoyed the class and her teaching strategies. I learned so much from this class and she is so nice and caring towards her students. my fav professor.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
MATH1064
Grade: B-
Dec 19, 2018
Would take again

At first I didn't really like her but as the semester went on and I worked with her on a closer basis you really see how much she cares about her students and their success, she doesn't just focus on a grade but more so learning the material itself, over the class was more difficult for me than others, but by far one of my favorite professors.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
5.0
MATH045
Apr 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Make sure to go to class or literally you won't pass, and she's not willing to understand why you missed her class, she'll tell you straight up on the first day of intro. Very hardcore and straight forward. Will pick on you in class so make sure to pay attention in class and don't get on her bad side. Not very nice to approach for help.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
4.0
MATH1064
Grade: C+
May 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She was ok. Couldn't understand her and her jokes were not funny. Lectures were very boring and she calls on random people. I just studied and did my homework on mymathlab and that's how I passed and did my studying.

5.0
3.0
MATH1064
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 2, 2019
Would take again

She really knows her stuff and gives many different ways to solve problems. 3 test and take home worksheets collected for grades. Then the final. Mymathlab is used everyday. She always curves her test by 1 or 2 questions and gives partial credit. I thought as long as you went to class you will do fine. She is very sweet if you get to know her.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Test heavy
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97%

Textbook Required

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