3.8

Kristina Kraakmo

Mathematics - Valencia College - East and West Campus

3.8
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
53%
Would Retake
83
Reviews
3.8
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
3.8
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

53%

Would Retake

83

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What Students Say

Skips a lot of steps and expects too much from students

MAC2311 - 2.0 rating

Professor Kraakmo lectures extremely quickly, and does the easiest problems in class

MAC1140 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

75%

Textbook Required

23%

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Based on 57 reported grades
A: 12
A+: 9
B: 8
Not sure yet: 6
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LOTS OF HOMEWORK (21)
Skip class? You won't pass. (19)
Tough Grader (12)
TEST HEAVY (10)
Caring (9)
Clear grading criteria (8)
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Gives good feedback (5)
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Reviews (83)
5.0
1.0
MATH0028
Apr 23, 2012

Miss Kristina, is the best teacher ever, she helps students pass her class, if you forget to do your hw she will extant the date. Also if you scored low in a test she will give out test correction and raise your grade! Miss Kristina is very understandable and will do anything to help you pass her class. What more can you ask for!!! Take her!!!

5.0
2.0
MAC2311
Sep 18, 2012

Good class, very fair! Do all the homework and you'll be fine.

1.0
5.0
MAT0028CA
Grade: Fail
Aug 18, 2013

Unhelpful.

4.0
3.0
MAT0028C
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2013

Love her! She explains very well. She's very understanding but attendance and no tardiness is a must.

5.0
1.0
MAT0028C
Grade: A+
Feb 24, 2014

Kraakmo, is amazing! I never had to really study because she explained so well. Homework and modules were my study guides.I am taking a combined course so this class is less than 2 months long. I don't believe the negative comments at all. I recommend taking her class.

5.0
1.0
MAT0028C
Grade: A+
Feb 25, 2014

Taker her class. This teacher is fantastic. Her way of teaching makes it easy. U will love it!

5.0
2.0
MAT0028C
Grade: B+
Mar 28, 2014

She is the best professor I've ever had. I'm not a math person & after taking her Developmental Math II & Intermediate Algebra courses I have become very efficient at math. Her classes are very hands on and she makes learning math easy. TAKE HER CLASS! Listen to her requirements, do homework & modules. You should have no problem passing her class.

5.0
2.0
INTALGEBRA
Grade: A+
Apr 28, 2014

Just finished Intermediate Algebra which consisted if hw on web assign and three test plus a final. She gives you a few quizzes but about the material you are learning that same day. She is the best teacher I've ever had and wish she would give college algebra this summer. She's sweet and very helpful. Take her! You won't regret it.

5.0
1.0
MAT1033C
Grade: B
Apr 29, 2014

If every professor in the U.S. was just like her, not just in math but all subjects, America would be number one in education. She has to be one of the best professors I have ever taken. Highly consider taking her class.

5.0
3.0
MAT1033C
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2014

I had reservations after reading a couple of the prior comments, however, Ms. K is a wonderful teacher. She is patient and helpful and does what she can to help her students "get it". I wish I'd had teachers like this back in "the day" in high school. Math makes so much more sense, thanks to her. I HIGHLY recommend taking her class!!!

5.0
3.0
0028C
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2014

I took her combined Dev II and Intermediate algebra class, so it was really intense. I have to say, she made it fun and was a terrific teacher. All math teachers should be this good! Highly recommended!!!

5.0
3.0
MAT1033
Jul 11, 2014

Professor Kraakmo is the best math teacher at valencia! she really takes the time to explain things and usues great examples to make math relatable. I took her for Devleopmental math 2 and intermediate and i got a B In both. I failed math three times in HS. She is a great teacher!

5.0
2.0
MAT1033
Jul 26, 2014

Wonderful teacher, very approachable. Seems to genuinely care about students. Actually has office hours and is happy to see students. Makes things easy to understand.

5.0
2.0
MAT1033C
Grade: A
Aug 7, 2014

Prof. Kraakmo IS THE BEST!!! She is super helpful, understanding, flexible, knowledgeable & you can really tell that she loves teaching Math. She really goes above & beyond for her students & shows she cares about student success. You don't really need the book b/c she's that thorough. She will definately make you love math :)

5.0
2.0
MAC2312
Grade: B+
Aug 18, 2014

Ms. K is an amazing calculus 2 professor. She is always very excited to be there teaching and her style is very clear and concise.

4.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 8, 2014

Had Mrs. K for both Trigonometry and now Calculus I. She's a really good teacher, always willing to help, suggesting office hours and emails, willing to slow down and explain in her lectures, partial credit on tests, offering extra credit and she drops certain grades. Use WebAssign this semester (awful program). Other than that, good experience.

1.0
2.0
MAC1105
Grade: A+
Nov 14, 2014

Prof Kraakmo is a very nice lady, but as for being a professor she is the most confusing I have ever met. If you listen to a word she says you will get confused. I am good at math so I made my mind drift in class so as not to get confused. She also marks points off on exams for figuring out problems in your head and not on paper. MyMathLab helped.

5.0
3.0
MAT
Jan 10, 2015

Great teacher, she communicates really well with the students who love her. There was a lot of group work, so be prepared to talk to people in your class.

5.0
3.0
MAC2312
Grade: A
Apr 24, 2015

Very good professor, knows her stuff. A lot of homework, 4 tests and a final be on point and listen to her ask questions as many times as you would like she will explain. Gives a lot of great feedback and also has office hours to further help you out.

5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A+
Apr 26, 2015

Professor Kraakmo is a quality educator with a genuine desire to help her students succeed. She gives every opportunity to excel in her course and will do everything she can to help you learn the material. On top of that, her grading is fair and her lectures are quite effective. She really made learning Calculus feel like a walk in the park.

5.0
4.0
MAT1033
Grade: A+
May 7, 2015

the best math professor I ever had. She rocks

5.0
2.0
MAT1033C
Grade: B+
May 13, 2015

Amazing instructor who loves what she does. Not only does Mrs.K make herself available to her students whenever, she also will help you with any question you have even if its about your major. She cares about you passing! lots of homework involved but honestly it helps you on the tests! I am horrible at math and I actually passed her class!

5.0
5.0
MAC1105
May 19, 2015

She is such a nice lady and is very clear about explaining things, but the course is onsite only, not hybrid, and yet more than half of our work is done online. If you want to retake a quiz on mathlab, you better be prepared to spend 3-5 hours on it. Would not recommend for someone expecting and easy A, because you will have to work for it

5.0
4.0
1140
May 28, 2015

I'm not the greatest in math and I passed She's understanding if a situation comes up but don't take it for granted At first I thought she was a bit unclear, but she got better and better throughout the semester, and I actually felt like she was there to help so I'd recommend her Quizzes take a couple of hours, no less No calculator for most tests

4.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Jun 9, 2015

A very nice professor who is pretty clear and gives decent lectures. However, tests are a bit on the challenging side and she gives out a ton of awful online homework. The worst part was the software of the online homework. Huge amounts of homework that takes ages to do without any feedback when you get something wrong. A rough experience.

5.0
3.0
MAC1033C
Aug 5, 2015

AMAZING PROFESSOR. Took her spring semester 2015 and she is just awesome. Is always willing to help you if you have any questions. Is extremely patient, extremely APPROACHABLE. Adorable, super pretty, so nice. Very clear in what she expects, very friendly. Take her you wont regret it. Would definitely take her again for another course.

2.0
5.0
MAC1105
Jan 10, 2016

If you've ever struggled in math, you will struggle in this class. It is a class that you have to teach yourself at home.

5.0
3.0
MAC1140
Apr 18, 2016

She is the best math professor ever!! She's so nice and is always willing to help students. Professor K makes it super easy to follow along and ties everything together so it all make sense. The class isn't super easy but I mean it's pre-calc. Attendance isn't mandorty but it's difficult to catch up if you miss a lot. Definitely would take again!

5.0
3.0
MAC1140
Grade: B
Apr 20, 2016

Professor K was amazing she is very patience, nice, funny and SHE CARES about students. I took pre-calculus with her in Spring 2016 although I feel comfortable in math the material has a lot of new stuff but she explains it clear and she is always open to help. one of the best math professor, definitely I'll take her again

5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: A
May 1, 2016

Such an amazing professor. She will explain any topic until her students understand it. Very interesting class and I cant stand math. All homework and quizzes are done online. 6 exams including final. I had a lot of personal issues this semester and I would not have passed if I had any other teacher. TAKE HER YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT.

4.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: C
May 2, 2016

Shes pretty understanding and rounds up your final grade. I ended with a 72, because Im not good at math. Her test are weight 60 percent and the final replaces your lowest test score. The book isnt needed because hw and quizes are done online, but you'll need an access code.

5.0
1.0
MAC1033C
Grade: A
May 3, 2016

Love love love professor K! She's SO helpful and all she wants is her students to succeed. VERY understanding, VERY approachable, VERY nice!

5.0
2.0
MAC1105
Grade: C
May 27, 2016
Would take again

Very nice professor, she always seemed to be in a good mood and was very clear on her lectures, she was approachable if you had questions or needed extra help, she was very sweet but strict about her rules, she takes attendance at the end of class, i enjoyed the class and i would definitely take her again.

5.0
2.0
MAC1105
Grade: A+
Jul 11, 2016
Would take again

She is a great teacher who will go out of her way to make sure you understand the material. If you do the homework and put in the effort you will pass the class. Amazing professor would definitely take her again.

4.0
4.0
MAC1033C
Grade: B
Aug 23, 2016
Would take again

Do the homework, take good notes and you will pass. There is lots of homework, multiple attempts on quizzes, and in-class tests. The only thing is that she goes over easy questions in class and when you get to the homework, you will find hard questions that you have never seen before. She emails back pretty fast and is very helpful with reviews/hw

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
MAC1105
Oct 8, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She is a very nice person. However, if you're bad at math you will struggle. She doesn't teach from the ground up. She teaches like she expects you to know how to generally do the problem already. She also doesn't believe in cutting people slack when it comes to due dates and technical difficulties .

Tough Grader
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A+
Oct 17, 2016
Would take again

She is an amazing professor who always there for students. However, her classes are not an easy cake. You have to work for it. Her tests are a bit on a challenge side, but they arent too bad. If you really want to learn, then she is your professor. Otherwise, you might look for another professors, but calculus is hard in general. Good luck

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 4, 2016
Would take again

She gives you little tidbit for each lesson and goes over many examples. She gives a lot of homework problems for each lesson that takes a lot of time and then quizzes to make sure you understand it. Her test are hard but if you do the quizzes it's questions just like it. She is really nice and make sure you know where the class is going next.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
MAC1105
Nov 4, 2016
Would take again

She's great at teaching and the homework isn't too bad, just an assignment and quiz for every lesson. Make sure you do assignments each night or you will fall behind in work. Everything is due right before the test though unless otherwise noted with is nice.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
3.0
5.0
MAC2311
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 10, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Knowledgeable professor. Teaches extremely fast and assigns huge loads of homework on Webassign. Tests are extremely hard, harder than any other Calc professor I've seen. Take her if you have light classes. You dedicate your life to Calc in this class. If not, steer clear. I put extreme effort in this class only to barely crawl out. Good luck.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
MAC1140
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 13, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Professor Kraakmo lectures extremely quickly, and does the easiest problems in class. The homework is a lot of self teaching because the problems in class aren't comparable to the ones that are expected to be done at home. The tests are difficult, and while she gives partial credit she is still a harsh grader.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
5.0
MAC2311
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 14, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She is good professor but not easy to get a B on this class. I still don't know what I have on my grade :(

TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: A-
Dec 23, 2016
Would take again

Great professor! Good at teaching and wants you to suceed. Take advantage of exam reviews, it helps you on the tests.

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
2.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: C
Jan 18, 2017
Wouldn't take again

If you care about your grade then you shouldn't take this class. Im an average A-B student who received a C in her precalc class. She barely stood up, would sit down and fly through class by rewriting previous notes. Spent countless time on online hw and when it came to the tests still felt like I was reading Chinese. Good looks, bad teacher.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
MAC1033C
Grade: F
Feb 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This professor knows what she is talking about, but she does not understand the students don't. She skips steps, she rushes through sections, and she expects people to know exactly what she is talking about.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
4.0
MAC2311
Feb 16, 2017
Would take again

Not an easy A. Amazing professor who cares and is passionate about what she teaches. It is wise to review basic algebra and trig before taking calc, where she will expect you to know basic concepts from these previous classes.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: A
Feb 18, 2017
Would take again

Miss K is a great professor. She cares about her students and will put the effort to help if you give your best as well. The class is not meant to be an easy A but if you work for it, it is possible. HW and practice tests are available online so make sure to do them. I took her for pre-calc and calc 1 and would take her for calc 2 if she taught it.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
5.0
MAC1105
Mar 30, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Her tests are NOTHING like what you study on homework and study guides. Skips over important information thinking that you already know how to do. The math lab is way more helpful than the professor herself. Would not recommend taking this prof unless you have previously taken this same course. Very HOT but does not know how to teach AT ALL.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
2.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: C-
Apr 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Lots of emphasis on homework and quizzes via math lab which would be fine if she didn't rush through material, or expected you to know concepts without little to no review. Tests are hard especially if you do not grasp the concept. She is very sweet and nice but she rushes through, doesn't use all of class time to teach. Must be good at math!

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
3.0
MAC1105
Apr 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

My mathlab teaches you more than this professor, She is not engaging with her students, she will tell you this story of how students come to her office to do hw, thats a LIE. She expects you to know old material, she breezes thru topics, tough grader, People who like her are really good at math, doesnt allow graph calculators, and doesnt curve

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: B-
Apr 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Her class is hard to say the least there isnt any extra credit and shes will not allow graphing calculators to be used. However if you put in the work and go by her office you can pass the class. You will work for it and come out with a better understanding of the math without the visual aids. heavy on my math lab and doesn't use blackboard at all.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
3.0
MAC1033C
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2017
Would take again

Fair professor, reviews are similar to tests. However, takes forever to grade, which is not something good especially if you want to know where you stand in class. Do the homework and ask questions. Professor Kraakmo will explain without hesitation, but sometimes complicates things while teaching. All work is on Math Lab.

3.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: C
May 1, 2017
Wouldn't take again

No extra credit , drops lowest test for final ,final is cumulative so you be working on stuff u haven't seen in months and forgot how to do. It was annoying how we had a test on Thursday then our final review opened up on Friday to have our final on Tuesday! No time to review old material! Tests have qs that aren't like the Hw! Avoid if u hate math

Tough Grader
Respected
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Jul 1, 2017
Would take again

She is absolutely great! I've never been so sure about an educator wanting their students to succeed and loving to teach them. As far as character goes, she is one of the sweetest and endearing people I've ever met in a classroom, she was upbeat and engaged in an 8:00 class.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
2.0
5.0
MAC2311
Grade: D
Jul 26, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Wouldn't recommend. Solving and rushing 20+ problems daily to students is not teaching. Skips a lot of steps and expects too much from students. Assigns 25+ graded hw (sometimes daily), giving you no time to study but to finish hw. Tests are harder than they're supposed to be, most harder than UCF tests. No extra credit, minuscule/ no curves. Run

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
2.0
4.0
MAC1105
Aug 4, 2017
Would take again

She doesn't care much about her students. She also doesn't explain very well. If you're good at math you should be fine. Otherwise, you better take another professor for this class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: C
Aug 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

she made things very hard for me because she teaches expecting you to remember all the formulas and concepts from ur past math classes. So she would skip steps and jump around doing the problem quickly not explaining anything cause she already expects you to know and if you ask questions she looks at u like really? How do u not understand?terrible

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

terrible. she should not be teaching.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
5.0
MAC1140
Nov 18, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Professor Kristina Kraakmo is irresponsible because she never replies emails. I had to withdraw from her class. Never take her.

Tough Grader
3.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Nov 27, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Professor K is a really awesome person but if you want an A you need to find some study partners and spend time with the tutors. Pretty clear during lectures and the tests are too traumatic if you studied enough. When preparing for a test 3 extra hours per day every day leading up to the test. This is Calc I so don't expect to sit back and relax

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
3.0
3.0
MAC1140
Grade: A
Nov 27, 2017
Would take again

If you want a good PreCalc professor this is the one. Four tests that are graded fairly but you need to study if you want an A. Find some friends and use the tutors. The class average on tests though was about 80 so its not difficult yet like it is in her Calc I class. She is really nice and friendly.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
4.0
3.0
MAC2311
Dec 1, 2017
Would take again

She is a good professor. have exercises during the classes to practice. If you wanna get A, you have to work hard.

1.0
3.0
MAC1140
Feb 1, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She seems nice but she should not be teaching. Her homeworks are just stupid, she even rather send you homework than explain the material in class.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
4.0
MAC1140
Grade: C-
Apr 21, 2018
Would take again

She is amazing. I took her for 2 classes. She lectures the whole time, but offers a lot of participation. Tests are difficult, but reflect the class material. She doesn't assign homework questions that we didn't cover. She doesn't test on material we didn't cover either. I loved her teaching so much. (My poor grade was my own fault, didnt do work)

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
4.0
MAC1114
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2018
Would take again

She is great. Took her for Precalc and Trig. The class is hard, but manageable. If you do and understand the homework, you'll pass. She doesn't assign homework or tests that don't follow the material covered in class. You can go to her office for help and ask questions in class. Personally, I recommend asking as many questions as possible.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: B-
Apr 28, 2018
Would take again

I began Prof. Kraakmo's class with an F. An F! After the first month I began to think I was not going to pass this class, but I worked hard and managed to get a B. There is a take home test in which you can make a 100%. Make sure to complete all of you homework assignments as they really help understand and boost your grade. I am taking her again.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Jun 29, 2018
Would take again

I dont get how people find her a bad professor. The homework is EXACTLY like the test. Do the homework, understand and you will pass 100%. She is awesome with visual learners so you can actually understand what is happening. Goes over homework. So if you didnt pass you are just lazy.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Jul 28, 2018
Would take again

I've taken this class once before with another professor and by far, Professor Kraakmo is one of the BEST math professors I've ever taken. I had her for Precalculus and now I've taken Calc I with her and I seriously wish I took the whole math sequence with her. The techniques she uses are very clear and way better than the book.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
MAC1105
Oct 18, 2018
Would take again

Professor Kraakmo has probably been my favorite professor so far and it's my first semester as a college student. She is super caring and as much as I dislike math she explains it well and this semester there was even an in class tutor. She cares about her students and provides resources to help them pass, since that is her first priority.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
5.0
MAC1140
Nov 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Prof. Kristina Krakkmo was terrible professor for my precalculus class. She never cares about her office hours and never replies emails. She never will ask students if the lecture was understandable or not ; she just does and then done. Horriable prof. Never take her.

TEST HEAVY
4.0
4.0
MAC1140
Grade: B-
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

If you dont study, you wont pass. Shes very caring and does what she can to help you succeed, you just have to put in the effort. 4 exams throughout the semester which effect your grade the most. Final is mandatory but will replace your lowest exam grade.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: B
Feb 26, 2019
Would take again

Great teacher, explains the material very well and concise. Class in itself is difficult so you do have to study and take notes. Homework is all on MathLab and you have 5 exams. Final is mandatory and replaces your lowest exam. Don't freak out if you don't do well on the first one, everyone does.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
MAC1105
Grade: D
Apr 15, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Terrible professor. The three proctored tests require you to show all work or you get zero credit. Hours worth of homework still mandatory along with class discussions. Terrible at getting back to you. Beware this professor if you want to succeed.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
MAC1105
Apr 22, 2019
Would take again

BEST MATH TEACHER IVE EVER HAD. I really am so bad at math, and I did not an A in this course but that is at no fault but my own. She is a great teacher, you have to work for your great but she will do anything to help you. You can not miss class and expect to grasp a concept unless you are familiar with it. Her class was always enjoyable.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
2.0
4.0
MAC1105
Apr 29, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Was not helpful. You have to teach yourself everything.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
MAC1140
Grade: B
Apr 30, 2019
Would take again

Professor Kraakmo is a great professor who is willing to help you and answer your questions. The class is very test heavy because the only grades are homework and tests. However, she does post pre-tests that help significantly with the tests. The final replaced the lowest test score (which saved my grade from tanking). I learned by memorization.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
2.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: C
May 2, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Not helpful.

Lots of homework
Graded by few things
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
MAC1140
Grade: B
Jun 4, 2019
Would take again

Say what you want, but if you ask her for help outside of class, she will take as much time as you need to understand the concept. I thought her lectures were easy to follow, the biggest downside to her class was the mandatory graded homework. If it was optional, I would've liked PreCalc a lot more because not every chapter needed 20 questions.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A+
Jun 28, 2019
Would take again

Professor Kraakmo is a great professor who is willing to help you and answer your questions. You will succeed this class by simply follow her lecture. I will definitely take her again. She is the best Professor I have ever take.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
3.0
4.0
MAC1114
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 29, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Unlimited amount of tough homeworks every week, but regardless good professor.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
MAC1140
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She is a fine teacher, but nobody is able to finish her tests on time. Also, she will slash your grade hard if you make small mistakes such as sign errors and notation mistakes. Ex.: I used AXB to solve a matrix, but she cut off points because I wrote AXB, even though I got all the answers right. It is kind of frustrating.

Graded by few things
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MAC1140
Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2019
Would take again

She is an amazing teacher who wants to help push students to their maximum potential. She is very smart and does her best not to confuse you. Will warn that you need to do the HW and review them for tests. If you have questions she is very approachable and cares about how well you do. FOR SURE WORTH IT!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lots of homework
3.0
5.0
MAC2311
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Kraakmo, aka Crossland, is a good professor. He is incredibly tough though. Grading criteria is very strict. Gives lots of homework, worth 10% of your grade, pop quizzes worth 5%, and 5 test worth 60-70% of your grade. The class is 2.5 hours long. On test days, she will still give a lecture. As if your brain isn't fried enough.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
Class Info

Online Classes

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75%

Textbook Required

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