Smith is a really great teacher, but his class is extrmeley hard. If you want to learn a lot reguardless of your grade, this is the class to take. Smith has a really good sense of humor.

This is obviously his favorite subject since he was enthusiastic, prepared and very clear. The tests were hard, but fair and often come from a homework problem. I took this in the summer, so the pace was very quick. If you must take Math 255, take him.

He's the kind of teacher who rewards thinking "outside the box." If you're weak in math, take another teacher. If you're strong, then you'll have fun. Energetic, opinionated, but without rancor. Likes his students. Relates statistics to the

An amazing professor. He knows what he is teaching and how to explain it in the clearest ways. I would recommend him for anyone serious about learning math. He has the passion for it

yeah he's good especially on his sober days

Dr. Smith is pretty funny in a dry humor kind of way. He is clear and prepares you well for the math 96 test. If you put in the work and do some hw you will do well. Took him in the summer = B.

good teacher, hard subject. third test was a big curveball- i think everyone failed

Mr.Smith is the best teacher!!! You'll learn a lot and he make you wanna become healthy!!!

Cocky, arrogant but he knows what he's talking about. Puts obscure topics into terms that's more easily understood. I learned a lot, just keep up with the work. Tests are a good measure of lecture comprehension. Great class-A. Highly recommended if you have a good understanding of mathematics.

Excellent teacher, gave lots of good information outside the textbook. Great sense of humor and keeps you interested.

The class isn't a GE class unless your in the TAG program. ****arrogant, but good. Tries to encourage doesn't put his students down, makes you go to the board and helps you when you make mistakes. This is a math major class taught by someone who thinks everybody should be a math major. You can pass but show up every day and study.

This teacher is the best,but he only teaches at ECC. if i could take any other class with him i would. best teacher ever. 100% guarantee you will love his class and learn! the best teacher out there, that i have known, even if you dont need this class take him, you will have a blast.

Way laid back (too much?) but pretty cool teacher. If you are good with math he's a good teacher to take but not so much if you struggle with math.

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Too funny! If for nothing else, show up so you can be entertained! Very funny and keeps the subject matter light. Enjoyed him very much and can't wait to take another class from him!

I love Michael. He is so sincere, honest, witty, fun. He has a genuine knack for keeping it real. He is current on all health issues and has an amazing background. He has interesting stories, the class is easy if you just come. He is into this class and you will be too. Keep him at ECC.

True, Smith is an arrogant jerk, an ex-engineer, and a clown. But he really gives a damn. If you ask him he will help you, but he will make you work for it. He is hard, but he is the fairest math prof at City. At least he was an engineer, Thomas has never had a real job in her life, which is why she is so heartless.

I liked linear algebra and it made sense to me (not like Calc III). Smith really knows LA and likes it too, I learned a lot. He will teach things that you will not be taught until later classes giving you a leg up. If you're not a math major though, pass. 3 people lasted through to the end because the tests are HARD.

I said this before in my 254 review, if you're not a math major: Don't take him. PERIOD. If you are, he will be very hard but you'll learn more than you will from anyone else. What I learned from him made Diff Eq fairly easy this semester, and his Intro to LA made upper division Linear Algebra (524) a cakewalk.

MY FAVORITE TEACHER! HE IS AWESOME! THIS IS THE DEFENITION OF AN EXCEPTIONAL TEACHER. LOVE HIS CLASS, I RECOMMEND HIM ! He has made an impact on my life style and I thank him for it! I WISH I COULD TAKE HIS CLASS AGAIN..HE IS SO CUTE TOO !!

best teacher ever!!!he is kind crazy when you go up at he boarD!!but he is hella goooooodd!but u have to work out every single problem from the hmwork!!if u need help he is there!!!

Everyone has to take this class and everyone should take it with Smith. Its a lot of information but he makes it fun. Always joking around in class. Tests and quizzes are super easy.

He is a cool teacher and very funny. It's easy to get an A in his class. The quizes,mid- term and the final exam are easy. He will give you free answers on the mid-term and the final exam. Just pay attention and you will learn and pass the class.

the negative comments he's received are hilarious. he has his teaching style down. He has trouble arriving on time, but he tries to make up for it. he doesn't teach by the book, rather he teaches shortcuts that make learning easier. don't miss class and do the homework, and you'll do splendidly. he knows his stuff, just pay attention.

Best teacher ever! You will learn alot and enjoy his class. He has all the answers to the questions outside the textbook.

First teacher I took at City college was a terrible speaker and launched into the lesson without explanations or breaking down of the problems, but Smith was good. Did well for an intersession, although he graded too few homework problems and I heard a couple disparaging remarks made towards students. He takes zero BS, work and you will do well.

Professor Smith is an amazing teacher. His methods of perspective are razor sharp. Don't let his exams scare you as your department final can get you out of any hole you dig yourself into. His humor will have you entertained constantly as his jokes are extremely funny, and if he hurts your feelings- your too sensitive!, GET OVER YOURSELF!!

Dr. Smith is a great teacher. He's intimadating at first in order to screen out the students who aren't ready to take his class. Assigns homework and collects it every Monday. He REALLY wants his students to pass! Always there during office hours, and will explain things over and over again until you get it. He's real funny too, great jokes!!!!!

come to class and do the homewrok thats his rules> truethat good jokes with Dr. Smith and yea also true that he is the best math teacher at city. If you are a slacker dont take him if you struggle in math andwanna learn take him!!!EASY class if you do the homemork!!

I had NO Understanding of algebra before this man. I may not have done so great on City College's departmental final but I tell you what...I learned more about math than I have learned in my whole life from this amazing math professor. I am ready to take it again! The unbelieveable thing is that I could not even comprehend math before and now I do!

Very positive teacher, excellent with his knowledge, great charisma. Easy class if you pay attention and get involved with discussions. Not a minute of boredom. Love all his stories. Wonderful human being. Take this class, you'll never regret it.

Mr. Smith is the best teacher out there and he has so much experience in the field.he genuinely cares about the subject and does his best to keep everyone entertained. he's funny, polite, and is on your side when you have any problems!his stories are very entertaining..and he's all for empowerment of women!!!

I agree with what everyone else has mentioned. Mr. Smith is one of the best teachers I have ever had.

I really liked Dr. Smith. He was always good about answering questions and showing alternative ways of solving problems. Very fair grader. All of the tests were take home except for the final and there was no homework. Dr. Smith was always available to answer any questions after class and during office hours. I would take him again.

DR. Smith is an excellent teacher. It's funny that at the beginning of the year the classroom is full but slowly and slowly people start to drop because the class gets 'too hard'. It's only too hard if you don't pay proper attention and take well-written notes. I think Dr. Smith is crystal clear with math and is always there to help out his student

1) Smith does not teach out of the book its a waste of time to even purchase the textbook unless your going to use it to practice 2) The class will be full at first but he accepts everyone 'cause he knows people will drop. 3) His tests are hard but when the final comes you'll be prepared if you pass his. Hes a great teacher &likes participation :)

Professor Smith is a very helpful and smart man. Most of the student's complain about his tests but without proper hard work how do you expect to pass them anyways? His teaching style is different but different is never bad which was hard for students to adapt too but once you understand you're good to go. I'd take him again for any math course.

His tests ARE very difficult, but he does prepare you for them very well. He doesn't make you turn in homework, but he gives you suggested homework, and if you don't do it, don't complain when you fail! He likes you if you TRY, and ask a lot of questions. Participate and show that you want to pass. I'd take him again!

A great professor. Really passionate about math. Exams are tough but definitely prepare you for the Final. You would benefit greatly if you are a math math/engineer major.

Professor Smith's Math 96 class is very challenging. His tests are difficult, I'd say a 8/10 in range, 10 being impossible, but you get what you put in. He is willing to help you, and if you don't do well on your tests as you expected, speak to him in his office, he may "bump up" your grade if you can explain to him your mistakes.

Great mathematician, good teacher. He will help in office hours but he wants you to work for the answer, which is fair for students taking math at this level. Test were difficult and he grades hw harshly, but he's fair. He could use a lesson in drawing 3D and he's a little sloppy on the chalkboard. If you take him, buy him some colored chalk

This class started with something like 45 people and we ended with 16. If you come to class, take good notes and actually study you will crush the tests. The class got easier towards the end. Dr. Smith was a good teacher. He goes on tangents sometimes but their almost always related to math. I learned a lot and would take him again.

Mr. Smith is an exceptional math teacher. That being said, he expects you to do you homework, come to class, and ask him questions if you do not understand. He is very enthusiastic about his teaching and covers everything that is on his tests, even giving pre-tests before each test. If you are looking to get something out of math, take him!

Mr. Smith is an exceptional math teacher. That being said, he expects you to do you homework, come to class, and ask him questions if you do not understand. He is very enthusiastic about his teaching and covers everything that is on his tests, even giving pre-tests before each test. If you are looking to get something out of math, take him!

I took Professor Smith for both Math 46 & Math 96 and taking him for 119 or 116. he was a great teacher i rarely showed up to class and i passed both classes. he teaches a little different from the book but his way of teaching is more logical. his tests are on what he lectures. if you need help he is very helpful in his office hours.

He teaches his own way which is different than book but it is much clearer and helpful. He puts up math examples at the beginning of class for students to doanswer if possible, he then goes over explains step by step on how to solve. He also puts up exactly the type of problems on pretest you will find on test. Dont slack off and you'll be fine.

Dr. Smith is best for smart hard-working students who love a challenge, enjoy a good laugh, and don't need to have the book read to them. His calculus lessons began my study of calculus and analysis that culminated in a Phd. Through the years his class stands out as one of the best! He even took the time to help me when it was time to transfer!

He is a cool guy and super funny (dry and sarcastic). He made learning the material interesting and fun. I will definitely take another class with him if I get the chance. Pay attention in class and do the homework. Professor Smith will explain anything that is unclear to you, all you need to do is ask.

This was the hardest math class I ever took. I was surprised about how much I learned in this class. Skim the section ahead of each class and the professor lectures will be a lot easier to understand.

Took this class a year ago. The professor's style is lecture-heavy and it was a struggle to keep up. Somehow I managed to passed the class. Now that I transferred I realize that ALL university math professor are like that AND you're in a class of 100+. Who would've thought, he was preparing us all along for COLLEGE.

Class was insanely hard. but I killed it in my next class bc I got used to his teaching stile. reading the chapter before coming to lecture helped me a lot.

Dr. Smith is a great professor. With him, you get out what you put in, it helps a lot to skim each chapter before the lecture day and to get up and practice the problems he puts on the board. His grading criteria is very clear. He has a dry, sarcastic sense of humor. 5/5 will take again.

DON'T LISTEN to bad reviews! Dr Smith is the best teacher I've ever had. Took him for 96, 116 and calculus next. He does teach from his own knowledge, not from the book but it's AMAZING bc he makes it easier to understand. He's ALWAYS available to help whenever I asked. Maths is hard, HE doesn't make it hard. You just have to put in the effort!

Straight up this man just cares that you know what your doing. He doesnt care if you don't show up to class as long as you do well one the exams. He teaches his own style, which is different then the book and it can be frustrating but as long as you read ahead and pay attention in class its not bad. Hes a dry dude but he'll get you where you going.

Dr Smith is what I imagine a traditional professor is. Hes got an old school tough love approach that may or may not be your cup of tea. He expects a lot and keeps the bar super high. Very rewarding experience.

Incredible experience taking Math with this professor. I have learned more in one semester of Math than I have in the entirety of my academia leading up to this point. Far and away the hardest professor I have ever had, but with the tricks I have learned I feel like I can crush any Math class after his. Would recommend to ANYONE.

If I could give advise to his new students, take notes in class and go somewhere immediately after class, review, summarize and write down example problems. His lectures are awesome, comprehensive and easy to understand but his tests are hard. Use both your pretest, notes, example problems & challenging homework problems to study for your test.

Professor Smith is the best math teacher I have ever had. Anyone who says his class and test are difficult or unreasonable simply did not put in the effort he requires. Homework is not mandatory but counts as extra credit. He was always happy to help and answers questions during his office hours.

He's a great math teacher. I really liked taking my math class with him, he's very understanding, cheerful, and if you need help or have a question he will make sure to answer it.

Very good! Very straightforward! Gives you 2 attempts on exams & is available for questions outside of class. I would definitely recommend!

If you talk to him for office hrs, show work, or ask a question when you need, he'll make sure you have a passing grade. He doesn't allow you to use the graphing function on your calculators for your test. It is honestly, the best thing for you once you take calculus. If you struggle in this course, I suggest taking an algebra refresher course.

I honestly didn't reach out to the professor at all during this course. The material is organized and clear. You are allowed 2 attempts for each test( 4 tests total plus final). Make sure to interact and do HW or you will get dropped from the course.

Definitely more old school with his teaching but he takes the time to really explain why everything is the way it is, which is important in mathematics... No notes or calculators on tests because of this so pay attention during lectures and take notes obvi. Has due dates for his homework assignments but is flexible on turning it in late.

Dr. Smith is an old-school professor who applies traditional teaching methods in combination with an online Math Lab. He covers a lot of equations and material in class so it helps to attend and take notes. Overall a good precalculus teacher.

Professor Smith is passionate about teaching the beauty of mathematics. I am now well-prepared for any math courses in the future.

Professor Smith takes a traditional approach, but his lessons are worthwhile. Stay engaged, take notes, and use resources like unstuck AI to supplement your learning. Tests are challenging, but he'll work with you if you put in the effort.