This likable Prof was a really good teacher. He made sure the concepts were UNDERSTOOD by the student rather than memorized. Although his grading is REALLY strict and his test are REALLY hard.. most students didn't finish.. by the end of the semester there were 8 students left and sadly I received a "C" when I typically get A's

Great.

Great prof! Be prepared to work as he is tough. On the bright side I was prepared for calculus at UT.

Very good but very tough. Be ready to work and to think on your own. If you are willing to really try, you will learn.

Great professor! He really wants you to develop a true comprehension of the material, rather than just memorize the procedures. Just do not go into his class expecting an easy A: he is very strict about grading, and you will not do well in his class if you do not work hard and really put effort into understanding the topic.

I had him for Calc 1. It wasn't my first time taking it, but with his help, I finally understood it. He makes you work in groups everyday, which is a huge help. He's not an easy teacher, but he's a really nice guy and just wants everyone to do well in his class. He's great at explaining & doing examples. Absolutely recommend taking him for Calc!

One of the hardest teachers I have ever had, but by far one of the best. If you are not serious about learning and do not take going to class and doing homework seriously, he is not the teacher for you. However, if you love a challenge and truly want to come away from the class with a deep understanding of the concepts, this is the teacher for you!

Calc 2 with Burtch was the toughest class I have taken in all my college career, yet the most rewarding. I went in office hours twice a week and he was 95% available. Come to every class so you don't get behind. Ask questions when you don't understand. I was shooting for an A, and worked my butt off and got it by the hair of my chin.

I haven't had the chance to personally thank Mark for his Calc II class I took in Spring 2012. Being 10 years removed from school his strict approach to conceptual understanding and grading really forced me in the right mindset for the rigors of UT. Take his Calc classes if you're looking for the same. And thanks, Mark!

Great professor! He genuinely cares about the students who show interest in his class. If you're not prepared to work hard and ask questions then you will not do well. Word of advice: Go to his office hours!

This class is very hard, and professor Burtch assigns a lot of homework which is very time consuming. In the end though, the hard work is worth it because you will learn a ton and if you work hard on your homework, you will perform well on the tests.

Not a bad teacher, but his grading sucks. I never received full credit for homework, even after checking it for hours before turning it in. Expect to write and explain in words every answer on tests, even if the question does not explicitly state to do so. Read the book, know the material and study hard if you expect to pull an A in the class.

Burtch is an excellent professor. He is knowledgeable on the subject and can clearly be understood. Homework will be the toughest part of this class. Arguably, test days will be the best days of the semester since homework isn't assigned that day. Homework takes LONG, and he grades tough on homework. Each is out of ten points, and 7.5 is average

If you have a hard time with math I do not recommend this teacher. I learned more from my math lab than I did this teacher. There is online home work about every night and a online quiz twice a week. If you miss a homework you can't take the quiz. Tough grader on test. Attendance is import because there pop quizes and if you miss you fall behind

If you take Burtch for differential equations, prepare to work hard. Attendance isn't mandatory technically, but there's no way you'll do well in this class without going. He likes to use hand outs for homework. Also--and this is key--BUY THE RECOMMENDED TEXTBOOK. Not the required text. He works out of the recommended one.

He is tough but good. Don't miss class or a quiz. No make ups. Must be ready to think for yourself, but Burtch helped a lot!! Very good class.

I have taken DEQ with other professors and Burtch is clear, takes things slowly, and gives a hoot, which definitely helps. He is an extremely tough grader but a great teacher so it evens out. Definitely recommend for DEQ.

Lots of homework, assigns mymathlab almost every night. If you do the homework and show up it's not too hard of a class, just very time consuming.

Nononsense prof who teaches for understanding. (1)Be prepared to justify (show work) or explain all solutionsknow all the material. (2)Homework quiz most class-daysexactly what to expect on a test, and how he will grade. (3)Do all homework & don't skip class. (4)Clear lectures, thorough coverage, good handouts, helpful in office, no surprises.

Best math teacher I've ever had. Teaches concepts thoroughly, really solid lectures. That being said - the problems that show up on his tests are consistently the hardest version of that material and he is a ruthless grader. I have never learned this much and gotten such a bad grade. He would be the perfect teacher if I wasn't trying to transfer.

Buckle up because this will be one of the hardest classes you ever take. There are 4 tests and an optional final that will drop your lowest test. Many pop quizzes. Homework is optional but necessary. Examples in class are not difficult but homework and tests are. GO TO OFFICE HOURS TO GET HELP. Clear teacher but very tough grader.

Great Professor, learned the material so future classes are easier, wish examples in class and suggested problems were harder than the exam problems

Exams are conceptually heavy and he expects your answer to be spot on. He doesn't like physical textbooks and only gives online homework. Studying the textbook is not recommended for this professor. Study the notes he gives out and evenly study everything on them.

He is good but tough.. Work hard and it will be worth it.

Combination of tough grader and challenging material makes many students complain. But Dr. Burtch is a good teacher. Go to his office. It helps a lot!

Prof. Burtch is really good at teaching. He teaches everything conceptually and uses examples easier to grasp than straight up Calculus. My problem with him is that his exams are difficult. Some problems are unnecessarily hard, and seem to be there to bring your grade down. At least he has extra credit in exams, but those are the hardest problems.

Dr. Burtch is a great Teacher for Calc 3. It was easy to follow and understand. Very clear. Gives a lot of quizzes but they are very similar to homework problems. The exams are exactly what you expect. Great class!!

Made the dreaded College algebra seem not so bad. Good teacher. I learned a lot.

Dr. Burtch was definitely a good calculus teacher. I do not enjoy math by any means, but he made the class more than bearable. I came out of almost every lecture with a good understanding of the concepts taught, but the tests are pretty difficult. Study, do extra problems, go to the LL, and then study more. Also, expect quizzes every class.

Professor Burtch isn't an "easy" teacher, but he is great at teaching math. His lectures are VERY interactive, with lots of worksheets and student participation. You almost don't realize how well you are learning the information until you start doing the homework and breeze right through it. Attend, participate, pass!

I've never done well in math before in my life, I could never wrap my head around all the numbers, until this class. The way this teacher explains things makes it very easy to understand.

He's really good. You just have to want to learn and do your homework like a responsible student. Be ready to put in the work like you should and you will thoroughly enjoy his classes. He is very passionate about teaching and strives for everyone in class to ACTUALLY understand what's happening with the math.

Doctor Burtch has an amazing way of getting the students involved with teaching one another. Theres one thing to hear a professor drone about a subject and its another thing to work in small teams to tackle problems. This IMO has helped me better then just lecture and note taking. It was a different approach to learning. Dont be late for class!!

Dr. Burtch is a no nonse teacher. HARD grader, HARD test, and no extra credit. I did like him as a teacher though. He WANTS PARTICIPATION, and do ALL your work.

If you're one of the majority of people who likes easy classes & stuff handed to you then don't take this class. If you're willing to work for your grade while learning in the process then I recommend this class. He is pretty tough but its CALCULUS so of course it wont be easy. Pay attention in class and do the work at home and you'll get an A

Tough but good. You will learn A LOT if you are willing to work. If not, you will struggle.

Tough, tough grader, BUT, if you are willing to work, and not just have stuff handed to you, then he is the absolute gem. He drills material so deep into your brain, that you feel and are prepared for the next math classes. Took him for both Calc 1 and Calc 2. If you only need Calc for core though, then you might be better off with someone easier.

I enjoyed his teaching style; he makes learning calculus exciting! I believe he is a fair grader. If you dedicate the time to work on the material, you will learn the concepts and can earn a good grade. I strongly recommend asking him for the suggested homework to use as additional practice!

Great teacher! Every class starts with a quiz.

Mr. Burtch is not a difficult professor. He is funny and passionate of his teachings. Dont be afraid to ask him to repeat what you didnt understand the first time. You'll see he makes sense the second time around. If you do your work and pay attention you'll see his classes are extremely easy. After hour tutoring dont miss out he is AMAZING.

Dr. Burtch is a great teacher. I noticed that the students who worked hard and participated pretty much all got A's or B's. He is fair, tough, but very engaging. Class goes by quickly. Definitely take this guy.

I was so nervous taking his class due to the amount of negative reviews, however he's only hard on his students because he actually cares and wants you to pass his class. I would not have passed without his help. Don't skip class because chances are there will be a quiz reviewing what you learned the day before. 10/10 will take his class again.

Dr. Burtch is challenging, but if you work hard and do your hw, you will succeed. He really cares about his students understanding the ideas.

This class was not easy but not hard. If you put in the work, not hard to get the grade. He explains things well if you ask questions. Hard to do well if you don't participate. Don't believe all the negative things on here. He's good, but not for lazy students.

Despite the negative reviews found on this site, Dr. Burtch is actually quite good. Put in the work, go to class, and you will probably be successful.

Dr. Burtch is good, clear, and willing to help.

Professor Burtch's in person Calc II class was by far the greatest college class I have ever taken. He is extremely thorough and teaches you to ace his exams and genuinely learn the material. I will admit the class is hard but that is not going to change with any professor. Not too much HW and just go with a genuine effort and you'll do great.

Professor Burtch is the best teacher I've ever had. He was enthusiastic about the material the entire semester, and genuinely wanted every student to understand each concept. If you pay attention to the lectures, do the homework, ask questions, you'll do great. Sincerely, I'm even sad the semesters over because I loved his class so much.

Dr. Burtch was awesome. Clearly passionate about teaching math and very good at it. You do need to work hard, but if you do you will learn a lot.

Bit tricky using all of the online features for grading and submitting assignments. But overall taught the class pretty well. Just make sure to ask questions if you're confused on a concept.

If you want to feel confident about "Calculus I" at the end of the class and you don't too sensitive if get deserved low score sometimes - he is the right teacher for you. Follow the teacher's paper materials, do your homework thoughtfully and you can get a good score easily.

This guy got my ass through Cal2 in summer 2019, one of the best teachers I ever had.

Professor Burtch is absolutely phenomenal at teaching calculus and I cannot recommend him highly enough. The class is hard, but you will know the material afterwards. I'd particularly recommend him if you plan on taking a higher math course after you finish his class. He may be a fallen angel.

Dr. Burtch is the best math professor I've ever had. He explains clearly, knows from head to toe what he is teaching, really chill and fun, and lectures are interesting. He has no issues going over old material in order to help the explanation. He does give a lot of home "quizzes" but if you have all of these your grade will go up quickly. The best

Tough class. Passable. Be prepared to work hard. My suggestion, day 1 find at least one study partner. You will need to work through a lot of problems in this class. It helps to study together. Good professor, just realize you need to put in the time.

Everyday there is a 10 minute quiz so attendance matters, then a lecture for the rest of the class time. Really wants everyone to have a deep understanding of math. Group participation everyday, multiple HW assignments, 15-20 questions each. only 4 tests but beware test 3. Overall a very caring and understanding prof, use paul's online math notes.

Professor Burtch's Calc II course is no easy feat, but with dedication and the right study tools like unstuck ai, you can ace it. Go to class, do the work, and you'll learn a ton. Not an easy A, but very rewarding.

Mr Burtch is fantastic. He can be stern but is very fair and will give you credit for the work you put in. If you show him effort, he will show you grace. I struggle with math hard and had to bust my butt to secure a B, which is the highest grade I've gotten in a math class ever. TBH, I would go out of my way to have him as a teacher again.

Prepare to work. Homework (online via Pearson) is due often. Expect a quiz every class. Calculus demands a lot of your study time. Dr. Burtch was an excellent professor. Take him if you want to learn Calculus. Fair grader, very personable when you engage him, always available during office hours. *Find a study partner day 1 ** Attend SI session

Cal 2 is TOUGH! Great Prof. Lots of Homework. Tests were fair but challenging. Take this guy to really learn. Be prepared to work your butt off. Find study partner(s) before you walk out of the first class. If you have any questions, go see him during office hours! SI rules! Use it. Group Me/Discord is a great tool to use intraclass.

Dr. Burtch is seriously a great professor because he understands *how* to teach math in a way where you can actually apply the information. I'm only passing Calc 2 because of how well he taught Cal 1. Calculus is hard, you have to put in some work.

Really enjoyed his class and his lectures

Class attendance is essential to passing his class! For a hard class like Calc II, clarifying questions are a must. Dr. Burtch encourages it and applauds you for it! He has class handouts that are great for note-taking as well as studying before his exams. He moves a little quick when working problems as a class so make sure to ask if you get lost!