4.3

Leila Sisson

Mathematics - Valencia College - East and West Campus

4.3
Quality
2.4
Difficulty
73%
Would Retake
125
Reviews
4.3
Quality
2.4
Difficulty
4.2
Helpful
4.3
Clarity

73%

Would Retake

125

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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125 total ratings

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What Students Say

I took her online class

1105 - 4.0 rating

Other than that easy A

STAT - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

54%

Textbook Required

48%

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Your expected effort level

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Based on 24 grades
Most common grades:
A (7)
A+ (5)
B (5)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 25 reported grades
A: 7
A+: 5
B: 5
A-: 2
Common Tags
Clear grading criteria (11)
Lots of homework (9)
Participation matters (5)
Caring (5)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (4)
Skip class? You won't pass. (3)
Test heavy (2)
Would take again (1)
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Ratings by Course

ALGSTAT

5.0

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INTROMATH

5.0

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PREPMATH

5.0

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MATPREP

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MATH

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STAT2023

4.3

INTERMEALG

4.0

INTERMAT

4.0

MAT1105

4.0

COLLALG

3.5

Reviews (124)
5.0
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ALGSTAT
Jun 29, 2003

Wonderful teacher. nice, got concussion in algebra, she helped me catch up. explains things very clearly. I don't like math, but I loved class, especially stats. be careful with the final stat project--but she's always willing to go over it with you.

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STA2023
Aug 10, 2003

Very nice professor, very helpfull and clear to understand. She loves to teach and fully understands to what she teaches. She brings a bit of piece and warm to the world of a math science.

5.0
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INTROMATH
Nov 6, 2003

I took her for an intro to algebra. She made me fell confident and comfortable. Will listen to all questions and very helpful. She is one of the best math teachers I have ever had!

5.0
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PREPMATH
Nov 20, 2003

Great Teacher, Do You work, Study, and you will get an easy "A" She is Hot too!

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STATISTICS
Dec 18, 2003

Very unhelpful, takes forever to grade papers. Class is not overly difficult but if you get into a jam, find another tutor because she won't give you five minutes of her time.

5.0
2.0
MATPREP
Feb 2, 2004

Very Hot Teacher, great class.

5.0
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MATH
Mar 4, 2004

Great teacher!!!

5.0
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MAC1105
Apr 6, 2004

Great teacher. Explains everything throughly. DOESNT COLLECT HMWK. CAN USE NOTES ON TESTS EVEN FINAL! how awesome is that?!?! AND she doesnt care if you're absent or tardy!!!!! and you can eat in class!!!:) Positive I will pass with flying colors!

4.0
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STATS
Apr 14, 2004

Explains. I haven't had a math course in 5 years and I'm taking stats. I think that she explains very well. It is true, you can use your notes on the test. Great teacher!

5.0
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MAC1105
Apr 15, 2004

She is an incredile teacher. She explains wondeful. I have to admit that taking her was the best decision, because I am not very good in math and she just made that worry disapear. You'll be sorry if you don't take her.

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ALGSTAT
Apr 21, 2004

She really makes sure everyone understands before she moves on, always returns calls, and emails. Will meet with you after class to reteach the lesson. tells you what will be on exams and doesn't lie. She is really sweet. Take her if you want to learn

5.0
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MAC1105
Jul 1, 2004

She is very helpful and explains very well. She doesn't let anyone fall behind. She lets you know what is on her tests. Allowed to use notecards for tests. Overall, she is a cool and easy teacher. DO TAKE...AN EASY "A".

5.0
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STATS
Jul 21, 2004

Care a lot about her students. Always eager to explain, and makes the learning interesting. Great teacher. Wish she would teach at UCF QuantI

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COLLALG
Jul 27, 2004

Positive, upbeat personality. I highly recommend her. I hated math until I took her class. She cured my math anxiety.

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INTERMEALG
Sep 20, 2004

This class would have been fun if I actually learned how to do something not on the calculator. She doesn't teach how to do anything algebraically, and when I asked her for help she refused. I strongly recommend you look at other teachers first. Awful!

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STATISTICS
Sep 30, 2004

Professor Sisson is a student learning oriented teacher. She focuses on the things that you will use in the real world, even in your project. I think she realizes that we will have reference tools to use in our jobs, so she lets us use those on tests.

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INTERALG
Oct 28, 2004

This teacher is great! I havent taken math in 8 yrs. first two tests A's! she lets you use your notes, so if you go to class you should get an A. She likes to have fun. I recommend her.

5.0
2.0
MAT1033
Nov 3, 2004

she is awesome.. She let you use your notes during the test and explains things until you understand them.. I recommend her 100%

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3.0
MAC1105
Nov 16, 2004

Professor Sisson is a great teacher. She helps a lot on any problem you may have. She has a great relationship with her students and makes the class easy to understand even though it might be a little hard. Definetely a challenging course.

5.0
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INTERMAT
Nov 30, 2004

She is a great teacher she help you a lot

5.0
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MAT1033
Dec 1, 2004

Mrs. Sisson Rocks! This is the sencond time I've taken her class, and I suck at Math, but she always helps me through it! She is a sweet lady and makes math easy!

5.0
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MAC
Dec 4, 2004

She is a great professor!!!!I learn a lot in her class and is always interesting!!!!!

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MATH1033
Dec 10, 2004

I took the class multiple time by different prof. she is greaaat. i will take her other classes in the future

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STAT
Dec 15, 2004

She was funny and helpful. As for class assigments it was stuff u use in the world everyday. She skipped what she knew we would never use. Take her

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MATH
Dec 15, 2004

Mrs. Sisson is a great professor. She teaches very well and concentrates on helping everyone and making sure you uderstand what you are doing. I would take her again for any class needed in the future.

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ALGEBRA
Jan 8, 2005

sisson makes math really easy to understand. i recommend her to anyone who needs to take algebra.

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INTALGEBRA
Jan 12, 2005

Great professor. Does not collect homework, can use notes/homework on test, Final Exam is multiple choice. I don't like math but looked forward to her class everyweek. She is very helpful and explains things well. Never kept us the whole time alotted for class. SHE ROCKS ALL AROUND>

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MAT1033
Apr 28, 2005

I haven't learned anything in this class except how to enter buttons on a calculator. She is very unclear on what she wants and will not let you make up tests no matter what the reason. The only good thing I can say is that she doesn't collect homework. DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR!!

5.0
1.0
INTALG1033
May 2, 2005

She's very nice, goes slow, and knows what she is talking about. Doesn't confuse me and lets you use notes, old tests, and homework for tests! VERY EASY!!! EASY EASY!! Always left class 15-30 minutes early.

5.0
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MAT1040
May 16, 2005

Im terrible at math, but i was lucky that she's pretty laidback with things. Homework isn't taken up, and she's really clear with her notes. Even lets you use them on tests. But your final grade came from 5 tests and the final. Tests are only 15 or so Q's, so that's tough on hard chapters. But the final was so easy. Got by with a B, so i was happy.

5.0
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INTERALGEBRA
May 27, 2005

Sisson is extremely nice. Very clear in teaching. Allows you to use your notes on everything. Takes her time and is very fair and flexable with schedules.

5.0
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STATSPRECALC
Oct 3, 2005

I have tried taking both of these classes before and with this professor it was 100 times easier. I looked forward to taking her class b/c I knew I wouldn't leave completely confused. She is nice and considerate. Definitely take her for every math class you can!

5.0
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PRECALC
Oct 27, 2005

Very awesome

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MAC1105
Nov 9, 2005

This class was sooo easy! She is really nice and very funny, in a kinda weird way! :P She lets you use notes on the tests, and tells you in class things you'll need to know for the test (so if you're taking notes, you'll just happen to have that with you on the tests ^-^) - I recommend her to anyone, esp since I hate algebra, but loved this class!!

5.0
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PRECALC
Nov 29, 2005

Despite the high marks. I want to warn you that if you are not self motivated to do the HW (which is not required, but helpful), you will not pass the test and class. She bases your final grade by the four exams you take and the final. You may use notes and homework for the exams, but if you do neither, it wont help. If you take the class, Do HW!!

5.0
1.0
STAT
Dec 16, 2005

I took her Stat&College Alg. very nice, clear to understand, and Highly recommended. EG

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PRECALC
Dec 25, 2005

Awesome teacher!! Very nice, always in a good mood and willing to joke around with the class. Very helpful if you ask for her help. Definitely do the homework!!! It helps very much on the tests.

5.0
1.0
MAT1033
Mar 22, 2006

She is very helpful and easy to learn from. I'm not good at math but It's mad easy with her. You can also use your notes on all tests. Which makes it a piece of cake. I deffinently recommend her to anyone.

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MAC1105
Apr 20, 2006

I took her for college algebra. It was so easy. The only thing I had a problem with was the fact that she did absolutely nothing to help us study for the final exam like go over tests, she actually did not even show up to class. You did get to use your notes for every test and the exam. I will take her for statistics for sure.

5.0
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MAC1105
Apr 20, 2006

this is one of my favorite teachers so far that i have had at valencia. She is extremely helpful in class and i have no trouble at all understanding her teaching style. I highly recommend that you take this teacher for any math class you require.

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COLLALG
Apr 26, 2006

Whatever, she's HORRIBLE, don't take her, you'll regret it.

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MAT1033
May 4, 2006

SHe is a nice lady. But that is it. If you struggle with Math she is not the teacher for you. Yes you can use your notes, but what good is that if you do not have a clue. THis class is awful.... if you want to really learn something. I feel like I wasted my money and time in her class.

4.0
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COLLEGEALGEBRA
May 13, 2006

Very good professor, but speaks to the class like you are all a bunch of 3rd graders.

5.0
1.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
May 23, 2006

juht show up to class and shell help u the rest of the way

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MAC1105
Oct 11, 2006

Those that graded her roughly is those who want an A without working for it. Let's see what other teacher let you use your notes on your test. As long as you are prepare and can take really good notes then you shouldn't have a problem of getting at LEAST a B. She is very helpful and sweet. She even offered to help me choose the right math courses f

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COLLALLG
Nov 9, 2006

Prof. Sisson just might be one of the best math professors out there. She has a great teaching style, is very easy to understand, and makes sure to go over homework and questions every day. The only way to not pass this class is to do nothing, of course you have to do homework, but isn't that part of college?! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!

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STAT2011
Dec 16, 2006

She is a great teacher, HW is not mandatory, but it makes it easier to pass the tests. She gives pre-tests so you know what is on the exam, the final is commu. But on all the test you are able to use your notes. Very easy!

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STA2023
Jan 26, 2007

helps you out a lot but you have to go to class to get help if she notices you havent been to class or you miss random days she dosnt jump on the chance to help you out

5.0
1.0
STA2023
Mar 31, 2007

She is great teacher. Very helpfull and very sweet person. Take this class with her and any class she is teaching. She is THE BEST

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MAC1105
Jul 3, 2007

She is awesome!!!! The best! She made this class worth taking. I learned so much and she made the entire class easy for me to understand. If you are hesitant to take this class, take Prof, Sisson!!! YOu won't regret it!

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COLLALG
Aug 3, 2007

A terrible professor!! Not understanding, belitles you if you do not understand something, extrememly difficult!! Trust me, do not take her! You'll feel like crap when the semester is over..... Take Miranda instead :D

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ALGE1105
Nov 15, 2007

This teacher is great, she makes everything so clear to you, only 4 tests, and homework is not mandatory, take her for Algebra or Statistics

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MAC1105
Nov 21, 2007

She treats the whole class like a 3rd grade kids. Not always helpful, I remember once I asked here to do a problem , she refused,she just said no. Doesn't reply fast to emails.

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MAC1105
Dec 6, 2007

This teacher will go over problems & makes it easy. She's got a great attitude - she's never been in a foul mood - I love her! Another PLUS the 4 tests in her class and the FINAL are all open notebook can't argue with that.

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COLLALG
Dec 25, 2007

Mrs. Sisson is really great! I DO NOT LIKE OR DO WELL IN MATH!!! BUT, she helped the class understand! TAKE HER! all her tests are open book too!

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STAT2023
May 12, 2008

I am surprised that Professor Sisson has had any negative comments. I took her Stats class this past semester and found her to be extremely helpful, fair and easy to understand. She is great at helping you understand difficult course material and always available to help. You will not be disappointed if you take her class!

5.0
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STA2023
Jun 19, 2008

Great teacher. highly recommend her. and a very nice person as well.

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MAC1105
Jul 21, 2008

BEST MATH TEACHER EVER!! If you can't understand Prof. Sisson then you don't need to be in school b/c it can't get any easier! She absolutely ROCKS! 4 tests that are open book + 1 cummalative final! She dosen't collect the hw but I recommend doing it b/c math takes practice like anything else! Plus, she goes over any ? u have and is very patient 2

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STA2023
Aug 16, 2008

Honestly, Sisson is awesome. She makes the material easy to understand by giving you each step to a math problem. Then she does this cute little wink that makes you feel special. haha. anyways...take her.

5.0
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MAC1105
Nov 17, 2008

She's absolutely fabulous!!! She's the way a teacher should be. She doesn't collect HW or take role. Your grade consists of 4 tests and a final. You can use your notes on the tests. And you can definitely go to her with any questions!! However, she explains things in such clarity, you probably wouldn't have any questions. =]

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MAC1105
Nov 19, 2008

She is amazing! Youre graded only on tests but she gives similar study questions & the lowest score will be dropped. Good explanation, steady pace, there is an awesome tutor who helps a lot, she remembers names, and she is definitely there to help you pass! I usually HATE math, but I actually dont mind her class! Im taking her for stats next! =]

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MAC1105
Mar 9, 2009

she is the best teacher ever, she is so nice and helpful. she uses the graphing calc alot so buy on. take her shes a cutie and you'll love her.

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STA2023
Apr 30, 2009

Prof Sisson is the BEST! She teaches with such clarity, a person could pass the class without ever using the book; however, homework helps. She is ALWAYS in a great mood which = A+ environment. I wish I could take her for every course. Homework/attendance aren't graded. You can use your notes on tests. LOOK NO FURTHER THIS IS THE TEACHER YOU WANT!

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STA0000
May 2, 2009

She was nice but takes off a lot of points for the smallest stuff on test. If she collected HW I could have got a B

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STA2023
May 17, 2009

EASIEST MATH teacher ever. she lefts you use your notes on your test that she helps you correct. you have to do your work because your using it to pass anyways. Amazingly nice and very helpful. Just come to class and the work is easy anyways, pay attention though, don't sleep.

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COLLEALE
Nov 4, 2009

she is very easy.... u can use your notes on the tests but dont miss any of the test is will bring down your grade sooo much

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MAC1105
Nov 5, 2009

She is an amazing teacher! She really wants to help you and will ask you if you have questions and will go over any homework that you want to. She tells you what will be on the test and you are allowed to use a notecard. As with any math-its best to do the homework. Its best to go to class b/c that's where she helps you. Also buy the TI-84 or above

5.0
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MAC1105
Nov 9, 2009

This teacher is amazing! If you want to see how math or algebra is used in the real world-then take her because she uses real life problems for homework and tests (which make it soo much easier). If you don't like word problems-well still take her. It's an easy class!!!

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MAC1014
Nov 15, 2009

Pay attention. Really. People complain because they get bad grades, but all you have to do is to pay attention. She explains things very clearly. Her tests and quizzes are short. But the grading sometimes is a bit unfair. The quizzes are online, so a small mistake or if you round wrong, will be marked as wrong. But she'll give you a second chance.

5.0
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STA2023
Dec 3, 2009

She is awesome!! I love math but was worried about statistics. She explains everything so clearly!! Has reviews the class before test day and your grade is onl based on 4 tests and a final. I am about to take the 4th test. Take her for any math class!!

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MAC1105
Dec 20, 2009

this class was awesome i failed the first test and passed with a high A. Shes sweet and helpful just make sure you study and do the hw cause you can use it for the test.

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MAC1105
Dec 21, 2009

This prof was a total sweetheart, but her teaching style was not amazing as everyone says. Most of her hard tests were word problems and i don't know why people keep saying we were allowed to use our notes because she only let us use 1 index card, except for the final in which we could use 4. Overall, she's ok. Take her if you must.

5.0
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STA2023
Dec 21, 2009

She's an AWESOME teacher. You don't even need the textbook. Just rely on the notes and you should get an A! Would definitely recommend.

5.0
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MAC1105
Dec 30, 2009

If your good in math, then she's amazing!! I got a 98 but then again i'm a math major...the whole time i would sit in class i felt bad for those who math wasn't their strength because she goes straight to lesson, however she is always available for any help;;; she does no longer allow notes though, just a webcam

5.0
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STA2023
Mar 14, 2010

I took her Spring 2009. She was very helpful and very interesting. I do agree though she does mark off for little things on tests. I loved going to class and she even made me change my major to Statistics. I love it now. You are allowed to use notes on the test. I am at UF now and just took STA 3024 (Stats 2) and aced it due to her. SHE'S THE BEST!

5.0
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STA2023
Mar 28, 2010

She is a good teacher always there to help practice alot on word problems. but overall good.

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MAC1105
Jun 23, 2010

Super easy! She helps you A LOT. If math isnt your subject, take her. She will help you all the way through. You do need to book. You have to do online quizzes. She helps you all the way. SHE'S AWESOME!!

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MAC1105
Aug 1, 2010

Good Class Online. The syllabus is pretty clear but she herself is fairly inactive and seems to have a problem answering emails in a timely manner. The actual program (mymathlab) gave me more problems then she ever did, no partial credits and it doesn't like if you miss things like a comma. Take this class only if you need very little guidance.

5.0
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MAC1105
Aug 12, 2010

BEST YET! Whether math is ur subject or not.. she will make sure you pass. she gives you your own personal tutor. She is open to questions and will make sure you understand the material. There's a midterm and a final.. you have online quizzes (you have 2 chances). Take the practice quizzes online, it's helpful!

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MAC1105
Jan 21, 2011

Professor Sisson is wonderful. She walks you through each and every problem and her explanations are crystal! Doesn't belittle or get irratated at repeat questions. Tests can be challenging, but the cumulative final is multiple choice. I highly recommend her!

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STA2023
May 1, 2011

Professor Sisson is spectacular. Even if you aren't the greatest at math. Take her she will help.

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SAT2023
May 12, 2011

Professor Sisson makes the material easy to understand, but she does not hand out A's. you really have tow rok hard and study hard for the tests. Online you can take the test twice. but each time it has different questions. She takes forever to respond to emails. overall it was an okay class.

5.0
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MAC1050
May 13, 2011

Math wasn't my strong suit until i took her. She simplfies every problem using alot of examples...make sure u understand whats going on before continuing. The book and attendance is manadatory! her class is test based. i was scared at first but her test were exactly her review just with different numbers. She has an assistant that will help alot.

5.0
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MAC1050
Sep 3, 2011

I took her for college algebra. Best Teacher i have ever had. Gives ALOT of examples. Homework is not mandatory but do it because it helps with the test. Test are exactly what she teaches you. No tricks. She has an assistant which is great help. Replaces your lowest grade with the final. She is also SUPER nice. You will feel like you earned your A.

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STA2023
Dec 16, 2011

She is always there early in the morning to help out students in her office.

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STA2023
Feb 15, 2012

I took this professor for Statistics and she was horrible. There was no assistant like in her algebra class and she basically did all the problems herself. She goes over the vocabulary more than she does with the actual problems. She give useless help and the tests are different than the hw and notes. Unless you like C's, don't take her.

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STAT
Jul 21, 2013

Easy A! You just need common sense because she will NOT clarify anything in fact you are in your own doing everything. Is a waste of time going to class to work online which I can do from home. Other than that easy A

5.0
3.0
MAC110533231
Aug 1, 2013

Took her course online. She answered e-mails VERY quickly. The course was straight forward and if you do the HW and get decent grades on the quiz you will pass. Had a C going into the final and walked away with a B for a final grade. She dropped our 2 lowest grades to help with our final grade.

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COLLEGEALGEBRA
Sep 26, 2013

Super easy! You get two weeks to do each homework assignment plus the quiz for that chapter. You can take the quiz twice. There are zero tests except for the final. She responds quickly and clarifys everything. I hate math and have always been terrible at it but this was by far the best math class i've ever had.

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MAC1105
Apr 22, 2014

This was not my 1st on-line class. So I get the ins and outs of taking class on-line, I have a 4.0GPA. This teacher has to be the LAZIEST teacher I have ever seen in my life. No notes or videos. You only get what is on the MyMathLab site. A few videos here and there from the 80s. I get teaching yourself but she took it too far. DO NOT TAKE!!

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MAC1105
Apr 24, 2014

Please disregard the comment below,there are examples given even though some can be confusing. I got an A in the online course. If you take it online u have an onsite midterm & final. The quizzes /HW can be done at home. The onsite tests u can only use a notecard (1 mid, 2 final). The onsite course however, can use their whole notebook. Good luck

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MAT1105
Nov 7, 2014

I asked for her help, I still don't get it. Also, the hws are MyMathLab! The syllabus were very clear! I sometime can submit my homework early before it due. She opens the final exam early like nov-dec. There is no extra credit. But no midterm. You can submit your homework online and do the test or quiz at home except final exam must be onsite!

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MAC1105
Nov 7, 2014

Professor Sisson is a great teacher but her classes are so big that she doesn't really get the chance to help or really teach the material. We only meet in class for an hour once a week which only gives her time to go over a few examples, but when you go to do the homework there are 50 questions. If youre good enough at math then take this class.

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1105
Grade: A
Nov 11, 2014

Algebra is easy for me but if you need LOTS of hands on help and you don't do well with teaching yourself, don't take her. We were in an auditorium... weird I know. Quiz and HW due every week. MyMathLab is great for teaching yourself. Her notes & directions are clear & she's very nice & her and her assistants are there to help. Not bad a professor!

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MAC1105
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2014

This class was both lab and lecture. During lab you worked on HW and quizzes, which are due every week. TAKE NOTES! because you can use them on quizzes and on the final exam and they're exactly like the HW questions. Lectures are given in the auditorium so it's almost like a preview of what a university is like. I Love Prof. Sisson, she's awesome.

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MAC1105
Grade: B
Dec 11, 2014

This professor is awesome!!! if you need college algebra to pass shes the teacher to take. She is there when you need her and if shes not she has a teacher helper that is in class with her. If you do the homework and take good notes you will pass! The test aren't that bad but the final is hard but you can do it! Best choice!!!!!!

5.0
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MAC1105
Grade: B
Dec 11, 2014

This professor is awesome!!! I would take her again if I had another math class I needed to take. This class is half in a classroom and the other half in a lab room. If you do the homework and TAKE GOOD NOTES!!!!! You will pass. She also has a teachers aide that is there to help you when she's not around. Take her course if you need this class!!!

3.0
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STA2023
Dec 27, 2014

I transferred into this class 12 done with a bad stats class at West, so I'm probably biased, but she is wonderful. She accepted me without prying, and while I did most of the work online (hybrid class), when I saw her she was delightful. She responded to emails very quickly and was extremely helpful if I had any issues.

4.0
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1105
Grade: B
Apr 30, 2015

I took her online class. there is a lot of help on the web site, and everything is clear cut. Just stay on top of your deadlines. She does not give make up work, and her deadlines will not be changed. I was far ahead on the homework and quizzes. If you do good on all homework and quizzes you will make the grade...

3.0
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MAC1105
Grade: A
Aug 3, 2015

This is an online class, and it's completely done on your own. You work off the book and in my math lab. There is no communication between you and the professor, the one time I emailed her it took days to get a reply. All in all this class is what it is if you're good at reading and taking in information yourself you'll be fine.

5.0
1.0
STA2023
Grade: A+
Mar 18, 2016

I took this as a mini semester and everything is used with STAT lab. You work at your own pace with deadlines. She is the best professor I have ever had. You have one homework assignment a week and one test a week. I finished this course 2 weeks early. She will help you every chance she gets. Take her!

4.0
2.0
MAC1105
Apr 25, 2016

I'm pretty good at math so it was easier for me. don't need the book cause the access code(for my math lab) has the digital book plus a lot of helpful material. having a graphing calculator(TI-84)is big time saver. theres lab time 4 quizzes and final, homework can b redone for an A as long as it's before the deadline. 1 homework and quiz per week

5.0
2.0
MAC1050
Grade: A
Jan 31, 2017
Would take again

Really sweetie teacher, you won't interact with her a lot just her teacher assistant. He's very nice too but he's definitely a stickler for the rules. It's one lecture and one lab per week. You can't miss the lecture but you could sometimes miss the lab and it won't hurt.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: B
Apr 30, 2017
Would take again

HOMEWORK AND QUIZ EVERY WEEK. QUIZ ARE USUALLY 8-10 QUESTIONS NOTHING MORE AND YOU GET ABOUT AN HOUR AND A HALF TO COMPLETE IT. GIVES YOU 2 CHANCES FOR A QUIZ BUT SOME QUESTIONS ARE DIFFERENT. THE FINAL IS DONE ON CAMPUS BUT SHE LETS YOU TAKE A PAPER WITH EXAMPLES, FORMULAS, STEPS AND A GRAPHING CALCULATOR. HW DOES TAKE A WHILE BUT IT CAN BE DONE.

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
2.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: B
Aug 1, 2017
Wouldn't take again

In the summer of 2017, I had the misfortune of taking her class. I took college algebra in person for one day. Her teaching skills seriously lacked (constantly jumping from one topic to the other) and breezed through the material. I promptly dropped the class. I opted for an online curriculum (by her) and was on my own. She does not answer emails.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
3.0
2.0
MAC1105
Grade: A-
Dec 18, 2017
Would take again

During the lectures it can get a little boring ,and tends to be a little unclear on some concepts. But for some reason when we have lab and I ask her questions, she is a lot more clear in explaining things. Test are an easy A if you copy down the the steps you took to solve problems on the homework-you can use ALL notes on the test! :)

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
Would take again
4.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: C
May 1, 2018
Would take again

Took professor Sisson online for College Algebra. It was basically self-taught except for the very few videos she had before assignments. MyMathLab is super helpful though so it wasn't bad. Short homework and quiz every week. 2 tests, Midterm and Final, and have to be taken at the Testing Center on campus. Overall good class.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
SAT2023
Grade: A
Aug 2, 2018
Would take again

Great Professor, even her assistant Mr. Summon was super helpful in explaining the homework. All the work is done thru math lab and you must make a 75 on homework before you can take the quiz. With math lab you have multiple attempts on answering homework questions. Best professor to take Stats with.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: A-
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Would take again, work is on math lab. Suggestion, stay ontop of work and write the test reviews down with notes, since test are similar. Graphing calculators and notes are permitted on test.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
2.0
5.0
STA2023
Grade: D
Apr 22, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Lectures don't explain the hw or tests. Learned everything from tutor assigned to our class. First clue something wrong. Take someone else.

3.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: Rather not say
May 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I took the class online and if your thinking of doing that, make sure you stay on top of things. Assignments are due every week, after the due date you will not be able to submit it late. Nothing in this class was memorable, you teach yourself and take the test. The midterm and final exams have to be taken on campus.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
5.0
1.0
MAC1105
Grade: A+
Oct 17, 2019
Would take again

If you had to take intermediate algebra and did well in it, this class is a breeze. Same concepts as intermediate algebra. Very easy to learn on your own. I took this over the summer and had no issues. The final exam was also really easy seeing as you can bring two pieces of paper with formulas and examples to help you on the test. Recommend!

Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Dec 13, 2019
Would take again

I took her class in the Osceola campus. This class is in a computer lab and you learn everything from the computer not from lectures. She has an assistant thats amazing. They just go around the room helping you with questions, but dont actually teach, which I liked. Its kinda like an online class. Attendance only mandatory for quizzes&final days

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2020
Would take again

This is like an online class expect you have a schedule at certain time each week and the teaching takes place online. She has offer a lot of opportunities to help students not fall behind and along with an assistant that knows what he's doing. You get one attempt on each quiz and the final exam and you can study for them by reviewing the HW.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
SAT2023
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2020
Would take again

I'm almost finish with this course. I need to complete the final exam. This is my second semester with this professor. This class is could be tricky if you don't spend 10-12 hours a week on it. A Ti-8y graphing calculator is highly recommended for this course and Statcrunch is easy to use if you watch the videos and review the presentation slides.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
STA2023
Grade: A+
Oct 21, 2020
Would take again

I think professor Sisson is a great teacher. Her hw assignments are long but she makes it easy and she uses pearson so you can't really fail the hw and she gives ample time. I finished early. I'd rate difficulty 2.5

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
MAC1105
Grade: A+
Nov 14, 2020
Would take again

Took online for COVID. Little to no interaction, just completing things on Pearson (NEED to buy code to do this class). Easy if you have taken a good alg course in HS. Might not be helpful if you are unfamiliar or want guidance in learning. You can finish this class pretty early if you want. Very easy, would recommend. No textbook, just online code

Respected
5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Jan 12, 2021
Would take again

It's all in MyMathLab so you'll do a lot of learning yourself but everything you need to know is there.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
STAT2023
Oct 12, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This is one of the worst classes to take especially with this teacher. As someone who struggles with math, she provides NO help. All you get is a powerpoint that does not match your work, no examples, and no guidance from the teacher. If you have a job please avoid her. Homework is extremely long with multiple parts, get ready to teach yourself

Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
STAT2023
Dec 1, 2021
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE HER! If you struggle with math or you have a job, she's not the one. she provides NO help. All you do is powerpoints that does not match your work. There are no examples to help you out. No guidance. NOTHING. Homework is extremely long with multiple parts. Her contact # doesn't even work & takes forever to reply.

Lots of homework
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
STAT2023
Grade: B-
Dec 2, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Every assignment is 60 questions with multiple parts. The power points she gives explain NOTHING. please avoid this teacher if you are not good at math because you will be teaching yourself. Everything is through MML and not canvas so you don't know what your actual grade is. DO NOT TAKE HER!

5.0
2.0
ALGE1105
Grade: A
Apr 24, 2023
Would take again

I've taken this course 4x (I know, I know) & finally passed by taking this professor. She gives ample time to complete your assignments and allows you to work ahead. Lengthy exam reviews, 50Q ea., absolutely worth the time, able to use notes. Little to no interaction, teach yourself, taking the same prof for stats next term.

Lots of homework
Online Savvy
5.0
3.0
ALGE1105
Grade: C+
Apr 28, 2024
Would take again

I was very nervous with taking college e algebra again because I didn't pass it the first time, but this teacher is hand down the best college algebra teacher there is NO discussion post and NO honor lock everything is done through Pearson each week you have to complete a assignment 10/10 teacher

Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
2.0
ALGE1105
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

This professor is a lifesaver for college algebra. No discussion posts or lockdowns - just Pearson assignments each week. With Unstuck AI, I was able to breeze through the material. Definitely worth taking!

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