2.7

Mary Ann Kelso

Mathematics - Olympic College

2.7
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
35%
Would Retake
125
Reviews
2.7
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
2.6
Helpful
2.8
Clarity

35%

Would Retake

125

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Worst personality, no people skills, rude and condescending

MATH - 1.0 rating

Breathing exercises at the start of class waste time

MATH141 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

74%

Textbook Required

22%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

B

95% confidence
Based on 34 grades
Most common grades:
A (10)
B (6)
C+ (4)
Grade Distribution
A(14)B(6)C(7)D(0)F(2)A-/B+(5)
Based on 36 reported grades
A: 10
B: 6
C+: 4
A-: 4
Common Tags
Skip class? You won't pass. (18)
Tough Grader (11)
Clear grading criteria (8)
Participation matters (6)
Test heavy (6)
Caring (6)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (5)
Gives good feedback (4)
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MATH124

5.0

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MATH094

5.0

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5.0

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5.0

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5.0

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4.6

MATH

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4.2

Reviews (125)
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MATH
Mar 17, 2003

No Comments

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MATH119
Sep 23, 2003

Not a good teacher! She was never helpful in answering students questions, in order to even ask you practically had to know how to do what you needed help doing before she would help you! She went fast on examples and didnt explain,and assumed too much!

5.0
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MATH99
Nov 7, 2003

She is awesome! This is my second time taking math 99, and I'm learning so much this time around! She is clear in explaining problems, and she does a nice variety of them. She knows how to explain concepts in a clear, concise method. Mrs. Kelso rules!

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MATH099
Feb 17, 2004

She knows everything so well that she probably assumes we do and she goes so fast as if we can just comprehend a whole lesson in five minutes and know exactly what to do!

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MATH
Feb 26, 2004

Good class for learning about Catholicism

4.0
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MATH99
Jul 29, 2004

Students who complain about her moving to fast and not explaining problems well DO NOT ASK HER FOR HELP! If they would take the time to say, "Sorry, could you please explain that again?" she would GLADLY go over another example! Also, lots o

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MATH94
Sep 23, 2004

Very poor teaching skills. She has you write an essay each week relating to math, and she grades it for spelling, grammar, and english. In a math class. She thinks everyone should love math like her. If you don't like or understand it, TOO BAD! You fail.

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MATH99
Jun 8, 2005

poor teacher, mostly because she does not teach. at all. she won't let you ask questions unless you already know all about the thing you want to ask. she assumes you already know everything. also: she refuses to close the door for the entirety of fall quarter. it was freezing.

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MATH119
Jul 8, 2005

SHE IS NOT A PEOPLE PERSON AND SHOULD NOT BE TEACHING! She does not like to anwser questions even if you go see her in her office. She seemed very irritated and unsatified with her career. I ended up paying double for that class because I had to pay for a tutor. The one thing she does a good job at is making students feel dumb. Not the best trait.

4.0
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MATH119120
Oct 10, 2005

Grades harshly on tests, the more she knows you the better it gets, so ask questions in class.... too strict, would reccomend another instructor.....

4.0
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MATH99
Oct 13, 2005

No Comments

5.0
3.0
MATH99
Oct 20, 2005

No Comments

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3.0
MATH99
Mar 13, 2006

She is a very good teacher and any student that hates math will love it by the end of the quarter! She will not allow a calculator until the last test, but she will show you how to find the answer by hand. She is very helpful and the only students that would not like her are just plain lazy!

5.0
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MATH124
Dec 8, 2006

Do the work and the class shouldn't be a problem. Allowed to drop one test, but attendance is mandatory (will affect your grade only slightly). Gives thorough explanations of what to expect on tests, and answers even the simplest questions. But, tests are all inclusive and graded harshly.

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MATH119
Feb 21, 2007

she is horrible, and should not have decided to become a teacher....that is all

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MATH99
Jul 25, 2007

She was and is a great teacher. She makes you feel comfortable about asking questions. She's a great teacher and I would recommend her to anyone who dislikes or likes math.

5.0
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MATH99
Oct 23, 2007

Great teacher!

5.0
3.0
MATH094
Mar 10, 2008

Kelso does a great job of explaining things so that everyone can understand. She may seem a little uptight at first, but she is actually very helpful. Wants students to succeed. If you don't want to learn, and just want an easy A, don't take her class. If you do want to learn, you will be delighted. She grades fairly.

4.0
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MATH119
Jun 15, 2008

Surprised to see these other comments. Maybe she had a dramatic life change b/c I could not disagree more. She spoke over me when I asked questions so I was never given clarity on the concepts I did not understand. Biggest issue: treated the class like middle school students. It is hard to respect someone who does not treat you like an adult.

3.0
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MATH119
Feb 10, 2009

Treated us like children and basically destroyed my drive towards math.

3.0
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MATH99
Jun 7, 2009

If you like being treated like a fourth grader, she is your teacher. Very Strict, Very uptight, Very rude at times. Does not help unless you wait 2 hours after class for her office hours, even if she is playing solitare on her computer with he office door wide open. Avoid if you can.

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MATH99
Aug 5, 2009

if you like being treated like garbage...then she's the teacher for you!! very rude and stiff. i'm ashamed my hard earned tuition money is going towards her paycheck.

2.0
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MATH94
Aug 10, 2009

Difficult class especially for someone who has a math based learning disability. Very unaccomdating if you have any test anxiety at all, even more difficult during summer quarter. She was distracted, and demoralizing to someone who already struggles with the subject material. Know your material before attending or choosing this instructor.

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MATH120
Sep 6, 2009

This woman in a treacherous demon! DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS! She is an unpublished baffoon who talks like she's experienced. She knows nothing you don't already know and she can't teach!

2.0
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MATH99
Sep 27, 2009

She's okay I hated the class in its own and thought it was way to easy and would have skipped only she does daily quizzes which sucked never did know everyone personally in the class seemed like she was there for the paycheck.

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5.0
MATH94
Oct 12, 2009

Worst teacher made me hate math again.

5.0
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MATH120
Nov 16, 2009

I took her class an year ago, and I loved her! She really cares about her students and wants them to be success. Ask help during her office hour if you stucked! She is really nice and helpful.

5.0
2.0
MATH141
Nov 20, 2009

very good

2.0
4.0
MATH94
Dec 6, 2009

generally a nice lady, so long as you don't mind being treated like a child. goes over material, but thats about it, very little or no intro to new material, grades tests harshly, most of all doesn't take teaching seriously. Material is retain able, just eat sleep and breathe your textbook, it's the only way you'll understand the concepts.

4.0
3.0
MATH141
Dec 20, 2009

she lost many of my class mates papers, and claims no responsibility for losing them.

4.0
3.0
MATH141
Jan 14, 2010

She is a fun teacher if you know the material.if you had a question she ansewers it, you just have to know a little about the problem beforehand

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MATH141
Feb 25, 2010

She really is a good teacher. Hard, but fair. Always returns tests and homework quickly. Tests are pretty simple as long as you study, and she tells you what to study for. Drops the lowest test grade at the end of the quarter. Many people say shes a hard ass, but I personally believe that hard asses can make the best teachers.

2.0
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MATH142
Feb 26, 2010

Didn't like her,homework=easy,inclass exercises=easy, and she told what was on the test.Didn't grade fairly. On my first test she told me that I needed to show how I did something step by step(even if it's common sense), and then on my second test I did this, but somehow wrote the wrong answer but had all the steps right, but nocredit even for 4pt?

3.0
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MATH142
Mar 23, 2010

She is the worst teacher!!!! Should not be in this profession, maybe prison gaurd. She is very uncompassionate and unwilling to reschedule test under no circumstances!!!! Very harsh with grading and if you are female you need to work harder to get a passing grade........

5.0
3.0
MATH141
Jun 13, 2010

One of the best professors I have ever had for math. I would take another class offered by her.

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MATH141
Aug 12, 2010

Professor Kelso is probably the worst the worst teacher I've ever had. She talks down to her students, gets irritated answering questions, and grades extremely difficult. Stay as far away as you can.

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MATH94
Sep 22, 2010

Mary Ann Kelso is the rudest most disrespectful teacher I have ever had. I withdrew from her class because she degrades and humiliates her students. She compared our class to kindergartners and actually knocked on my head when i asked her a question. She skips steps when "teaching" and gets really irritated when students ask questions. She is awful

2.0
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MTH99
Dec 5, 2010

I would not take her class again. Do yourself a favor and avoid her at all costs. I loved math before taking her class. It is impossible to know how she is going to grade. She talks down to the class and skips steps when it suits her. You skip the same steps and she will deduct points because you did not show your work.

5.0
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MATH99
Dec 30, 2010

Mrs.Kelso is a great teacher, before her class I hated math but I was able to understand with her. Yes she is hard and strict but she is fair and respectful to people who give her the respect to show up and pay attention.

2.0
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MATH94
Mar 18, 2011

As condescending as they come. Only answers questions if they're written on the board before class. If you have a question about the material being reviewed? Too bad, ask tomorrow. No credit on homework unless each problem is answered correctly, refuses to tell/show you what you may have done wrong. Seems to hate her job and students in general.

5.0
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MATH142
Apr 4, 2011

This is my 3rd quarter in a row with Mrs. Kelso! She is a WONDERFUL teacher. Big difference between Math 099 to Math 142... She is much nicer when you get to know her. She is a great teacher and if you work with her and put the effort forth, she will help you learn the material.

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MA99
May 19, 2011

Mary Ann is strict...but VERY CLEAR! Her syllabus on the first day states EVRYTHING that you should expect for the quarter and she does not deviate from it. People get pissed when she doesn't bend the rules for them but she is black and white from the beginning. If you like to be held accountable and like "order" she's AWESOME!

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MATH99
Jun 3, 2011

Worst teacher, don't care about students needs. Shouldn't b a teacher if you don't like teaching

2.0
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MATH142
Jun 7, 2011

I went into this class thinking it would go well and I was so wrong.I spent hundreds of dollars in tutoring and thought I understood the material going into test day but her tests are HARD compared to how easy the hw is. She is very controlling. Don't take her class and if you do be careful of what you say. She is very rude and condescending.

4.0
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MATH141
Nov 8, 2011

I always go on here before signing up for classes and there were alot of negative comments about her not really caring,which I found her to be very helpful,and rather funny. The tests are hard compared to what the homework is but it's not like she doesn't give you a chance to ask questions and she states exactly what is on the test two days before.

3.0
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MATH141
Nov 15, 2011

She is a tough teacher, but once you get the hang of it, you can probably manage a passing grade, though not an A. If you want a really easy teacher, don't take her.

2.0
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MATH141
Dec 7, 2011

I learned nothing in her class, and barely passed. Tough grader and not a great teacher in general.

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MATH141
Dec 11, 2011

Mrs. Kelso unfairly receives a lot of negative comments. She is a tough teacher with high standards but her goal is to properly prepare her students for the next math class that they are going to take. She is very helpful and will review with you during her office hours. A good grade is achievable but only if you are willing to put in the work.

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TRIG141
Jan 27, 2012

Ms. Kelso is awesome! She is kinda like the tough grandma! I took Calc 2 last quarter and am happy I had a teacher like her way back in Trig. She teaches well, and is bad to the bone. I bet she owns a Harley! She knows, learn it now while your dedicating time to it, because it all comes back in future math.

2.0
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MATH141
Mar 31, 2012

Not a bad teacher but I've noticed that she takes everything personally. From opting out of her wildly irrelevant morning breathing ritual to people asking questions about the concepts she has just gone over. Luckily I can tune her out while I take my own notes from the book during class.

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MATH99
Apr 16, 2012

Mary Ann is a good teacher, but her grading is really harsh. She won't discuss anything in class unless you've printed the online homework out, and if you're a second late, you will not get an opportunity to turn in the homework. I feel like understanding and performing the math correctly is secondary to making sure you understand her rules.

2.0
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MATH141
May 7, 2012

She is not a helpful teacher, and will be rude to you if you do not agree with her, or follow her rules 100%, and she is not afraid to kick people out of her class over basically nothing. She is not a helpful teacher, if you have a question, she takes it personal. I would suggest, if you have to take her, to ask the tutors any of your questions.

3.0
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MATH141
Jun 14, 2012

I had taken 141 precalc with another teacher and slacked off and had to retake it. I had Kelso the second time and got an even worse grade than before. She taught new, harder topics even though it was the same class. Her tests are very hard. Even after the in class review the day before, problems I had never seen before were still presented.

2.0
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MATH94
Jul 10, 2012

she is ok but difficult to adjust too very anti calculator and very detailed

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MATH94
Aug 2, 2012

Catholic raised style of teaching. Do not take this class in the summer time. Over half of my class is on the brink of failing. really difficult to keep up with. However she does the best she can. She has gave the class a couple giveme's because we were struggling with the daily quizes etc. Her breathing techniques are a welcome change.

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MATH94
Aug 9, 2012

Kelso is awesome, she has a good sence of humor and she does breathing exercises in the beginging of her class, she is kinda tough on gradeing and she expects you to be respectfull and be on time and follow her rules(we're all adults who are capable of doing so) I love her teaching style and she dosen't like to leave anything unexplained.

2.0
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MATH141
Oct 6, 2012

The one thing that makes the class unbearable is that she writes all of the math in cursive and it is very hard to read. If you take this class you will have to spend a lot of time with tutors. She is a wonderful person and expectations are very clear. If it wasn't for the fact I can't read what she writes, I'd actually enjoy the class.

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MATH141
Nov 7, 2012

I took her class, I failed. Miserably. I took another teacher's class and I got a 3.5 GPA. Every single thing I did not understand in her class was easily brought into clarity in another teacher's class. And the things I didn't understand...WAS EVERYTHING. Her attitude and teaching style is not deserving of a 'college professor'.

3.0
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MATH120
Nov 7, 2012

Mrs. Kelso is terrible. Her teaching style was mediocre, but the worst part about it is her grading scale. You have two assignments due every day, and it's all or nothing. You miss a negative sign on one problem? Zero credit for the entire package of homework. You get a chance to turn it in, but she's incredibly difficult to work with.

3.0
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MATH141
Nov 15, 2012

She was one of my favorites this quarter. She made it easy to understand her grading. Either you got full credit, or you missed something. She was always willing to help. Though her office hours were during odd times of day, she was usually available right after or right before class for brief questions.

3.0
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MATH141
Dec 16, 2012

Generally a nice person. I'm generally an "A" student but received a "c" in this class. Her tests are Lengthy and difficult. A few times I was unable to complete tests because I ran out of time. She's one of those teachers that expects you to know and remember EVERYthing after doing an example problem in class, and then a homework assignment.

3.0
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MATH141
Mar 6, 2013

I get grades anywhere from 3.2-4.0 and I got a 2.1 in her class. Everything is due the first ten minutes of class, you show up late sucks for you. There is no such thing as partial credit, you use the wrong kind of parentheses, no credit on that whole assignment. Tests our lengthy and her grading tough. A perfectionist&I do not advice her class.

3.0
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92
Mar 18, 2013

Mrs. Kelso was very helpful. I took her through the new math class math 92 which you can pass through 90A up to 141. She was very helpful and clear of her expectations. If you need a refresher or would like to get to a higher math class without attending a full quarter per class this is the way to go.

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MATH099
Jul 1, 2013

Mary Ann is good to go. Willing to put in effort to help you if you're struggling, and she does in fact award partial credit if you make a mistake. My only gripe is that she expects you to read the material prior to coming to class, but she's not good about telling you what that material is, and doesn't always go in order.

2.0
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EDUC131
Jul 22, 2013

Does not return emails promptly, if even at all and grades very differently. I've heard great things about her, but I did not have a good experience at all.

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MATH099
Sep 3, 2013

Good teacher. Does not use the book except for examples in class. Can be strict and gives grades for attendance and daily one question quizzes, but as long as you have a good attitude and a willingness to learn, it will be an enjoyable class.

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MATH99
Nov 26, 2013

She works the problems in the book with no real teaching and if you ask questions she act angry and makes you feel stupid. She also offers no our of class support or encouragement of any kind. Test and grading scores re completely confusing and inconsistent

4.0
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MATH099
Dec 19, 2013

I have received a 2.8 in this class and could not be anymore happier honestly. Although her tests were hard (not challenging), I actually enjoyed taking her class. However, there are daily quizzes that count as attendance. You will learn A LOT if you pay attention. I recommend Kelso to those who will take math seriously, if not, then Triplett.

3.0
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MATH141
Feb 11, 2014

I've taken MATH141 twice and the first time I failed miserably. Then I decided to take it with Kelso and I'm doing really good now. You turn the HW in whenever you want but the deadline is the weekend after the exam. She makes the in class portion of the test pretty easy and the take home kinda difficult. But Overall I think she's a good teacher.

2.0
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MATH141
Mar 11, 2014

She is not good at conveying the information to her students. She works through problems in the book and makes assumptions about student knowledge base, and makes an individual feel bad if they do not understand the information.

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MATH141
Mar 21, 2014

I have no idea who some of these prior reviews are talking about. Is Ms. Kelso strict? Yes. Is the class challenging to get an A in? Yes. Is she mean or unhelpful? NO!!!! Professor Kelso is excellent at communicating the information you need, ESPECIALLY for the exams. Work hard, get help if you need it, and you'll be fine.

4.0
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MATH131
Apr 30, 2014

Class was harder than I thought. It was an online Elementary Education course. After each chapter, you had to write an essay and snail mail it is along with the test you had to print out. Also a book report and a 4-page paper was involved. Tests were not reflective on the chapters materials. Weird grading system.

5.0
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MATH099
Aug 7, 2014

This was an Aleks class, her lectures were on point , but the extra written homework was tough, be sure to do your objectives early if you have a in class assessment, You needed to be in class daily. She referred to the textbook for extra explanation and was helpful. I enjoyed the class and learned a ton.

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MATH
Nov 25, 2014

Worst personality, no people skills, rude and condescending. She teaches you one way and one way only, you have to do it the way she taught you, and show your work. If you don't understand it that way, and want to try another approach, too bad. She also assigns papers, and requires them as part of the grade. I dropped her and switched teachers.

4.0
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MATH142
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2014

She is pretty strict with her class and her class is definitely not easy, but I thought she did a great job teaching. I liked her breathing exercises that she does with the class before starting lecture. Make sure you are comfortable not using a calculator.

3.0
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MATH142
Jan 8, 2015

Ms. Kelso's teaching style isn't conducive to learning. She writes in barely legible cursive, speeds through lessons, is anti-calculator, and is often condescending when students struggle. She's nice when math isn't involved, and I like her breathing exercises, but her class was dreadful. I dropped it without a second thought.

5.0
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MATH099
Grade: B
Mar 9, 2015

She knows her stuff. She's really cool, very good at dumbing stuff down (which I need when it comes to math) and if you need help, she will use up all of her office hours (and then some) until you understand it. Her grading is pretty harsh, and math online isn't easy.

4.0
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MATH141
Grade: B
Apr 30, 2015

I really respect this professor, she knows her stuff, an awesome professor for the PreCalc class I took with her. Very helpful, especially if you meet with her in office hours, she admires when people put work in. A very hard class and grader, but I learned my stuff. Ended with a B-, but I know that would be an A+++ in any other college precalc.

4.0
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MATH141
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 21, 2015

Kelso is my first math teacher at the college level and it's nothing like high school is. The first day she gave us all of the homework and test days, the home work was due the same day of each yes for each section, and she gave out worksheets for each lesson. She's a hard grader but I have an a with her right now. She makes plenty of time to help.

1.0
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MATH141
Grade: F
Nov 3, 2015

Breathing exercises at the start of class waste time. While lecturing she does not do all algebra steps while demonstrating problems (she goes from step A to G in her head). Assumes student knowledge is high, and lectures based upon that. Strict homework/in class exercises policies: only turn in before class, and no same day corrections.

3.0
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MATH141
Grade: B
Jan 6, 2016

you're bound to get a better grade and learn the exact same material with almost any other math professor at OC

3.0
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GENS102
Mar 4, 2016

She engages you, but don't expect much aid overall. It's there if you want it, but she much more expects you do take care of things on your own. She's tough, but is pretty fair.

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MATH141
Mar 9, 2016

She mostly just gives you example problems from the homework and does the easiest ones. Not very clear and spends the beginning of class doing breathing exercises that waste time. Doesn't really care if you pass or not.

1.0
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MATH141
Apr 21, 2016

Not helpful, rushes through the material. If you don't get it or need help she doesn't want to hear it. Does stretching/breathing exercises first thing, somehow more important than helping students. I would definitely not recommend her for anyone unless you already know the material as well as she does.

4.0
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MATH141
Apr 26, 2016

Professor Kelso was a fairly good teacher in my experience. She is a person one has to warm up to and she's a bit tough/stubborn, but her expectations are very clear, reasonable, and easy to abide by. If you need help, she is definitely approachable. For someone who has always struggled with math she taught it to me in the best way. I reccomend her

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MATH142
Grade: B
Apr 29, 2016

You will need to study a lot outside of class. Often calculators aren't allowed on her tests, so you will want to practice arithmetic. She is a very tough grader and will dock many points for even the smallest of errors. Also, she tends to hop right into an example instead of explaining how to do something, which can be very confusing.

1.0
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MATH142
Grade: F
May 6, 2016

If you can, DROP THIS CLASS and take another. Each point you get on the exams (300) homework (100 points) and the final exam (200 points) all equal 1 point grade, all totaling 600 points. 95% is 4.0, 85% 3.0, 75% is 2.0, 65% is 1.0 and 61% is 0.0. So you could pass with flying colours with a whopping 80% but that's less than a 3.0.

2.0
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MATH141
May 10, 2016

Avoid this class, her teaching method is confusing and she will make you hate math

3.0
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MATH142
Aug 2, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I missed about a week of daily classes bc a family member was in ICU. Despite explaining this, going to office hours, maintaining test scores above 96%, & missing few homework assignments, I came out of the class with a 3.8. She doesn't say that missing lectures impacts your grade, but she seems to grade partially from personal opinion.

3.0
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MATH141
Dec 30, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She has kind of a dry humor, which some people didn't appreciate, but I did. There's a lot of homework. She knows what she's talking about, but that also means she speeds through some parts of the problems instead of going through each step.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
MATH141
Feb 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She moves very fast, when asked a question she either doesn't really answer it or gets irritated that you even asked the question at all. Her constant "you should know this" comments make it hard to approach her when you need help. She did not follow the syllabus for my class which through off all the dates for exams and assignments.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
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5.0
MA99
Grade: C+
Feb 27, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This is the most insensitive, irrational, hypocritical teacher. Class is very hard to pass.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
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3.0
MATH099
Grade: C
Mar 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She is awful. she marked me wrong on everything but when I looked at my friends paper we had the exact same answers and she did this on multiple papers

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
2.0
MATH141
Grade: A-
Mar 20, 2017
Would take again

This was a pilot class for a new teaching program. The instructor was very thorough on presenting material. Since most of the material was review for me it was easy to get an A. She almost always had a funny nerd shirt on.

Hilarious
1.0
5.0
MATH141
Grade: C-
Jun 20, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Avoid her class if you can. She grades really hard. Some assignments if you get one little thing wrong you get a zero for the whole assignments. If you ask a question she will purposly try to make you feel stupid. Im usally really good at math and like it, not after her class. Also you have no clue what your grade is because of no canvas for clas

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
4.0
MATH141
Grade: A+
Nov 22, 2017
Wouldn't take again

By far the worst teacher Ive had. The online course shows the problem and the answer and doesnt explain at all, and she gives no info. I learned through khan for the quarter. Attendance isnt mandatory but recommended to pass. She takes attendance on tests and graded homework days even though its all online, you have to be present for credit.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
MATH141
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Professor Keslo is irritatingly vague when it comes to actually teaching material, she assumes that her students already have a firm grasp on all the terminology she is supposed to be teaching us. Her website is probably the least helpful thing I've ever tried to learn with. By the end of the quarter, I was jotting down keywords and Khaning it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
Tests are tough
4.0
2.0
MATH141
Grade: A+
Dec 18, 2017
Would take again

this class was entirely review for me, but she was a really good teacher and i was happy to have her. she goes over every single question that will be on a test/quiz. no surprises! she was more than willing to help students review and answer questions. surprised at the negative reviews! if you put in effort and ask questions, you will do well!

3.0
5.0
MATH141
Grade: C+
Jan 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She was a very nice person but I hated the way she taught. It was very hard for me to learn the material and understand it. If you didn't show up to class you would have a very hard time passing.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
4.0
MATH141
Grade: Incomplete
Mar 7, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Nothing learnt, wasting my youth, so straight, tryna make some jokes but it's boring. You can just buy the website and everything will be shown up. If you wanna learn maths, just pay for the website and you can do self-learning instead of going to her class. Bad hand-writing, I need to guess what she is writing.

Tough Grader
4.0
2.0
MATH141
Mar 21, 2018
Would take again

I was able to pass the class with an easy A. The class felt like a review to me and as long as you do the homework and ask questions, you'll be in good shape for sure.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
MA99
Apr 3, 2018
Wouldn't take again

The absolute most irritating professor of all mankind! blows through material and provides vague and very little useful help

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
4.0
MATH141
May 10, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Very bad at explaining anything going on in class. Moves extremely fast through notes and examples. Half the time her lecture isnt even related to the math being taught.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
MATH141
Grade: C
May 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This lady is the worst math teacher I have had in my life. Her examples are the easiest problems in the book and then she sends you home to do the hard ones as homework. She gives out worksheets as homework also and they are all or nothing, meaning if you get something off by .0001 or dont get how to do something you fail the assignment.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
5.0
5.0
MATH094
Grade: B+
Nov 21, 2018
Would take again

Very inspirational, informative, accessible outside class, and caring

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
MATH141
Grade: A
Feb 27, 2019
Would take again

good lectures, and note taking. She is very clear and if you are confused dont be afraid to ask for help, she will slow down and explain a different way to get you to understand. No homework, just in class "graded assignents" and the final at the end. Take notes and show up and you will pass.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
MATH141
Grade: A+
Mar 1, 2019
Would take again

Professor Keslo was awesome! If you don't pass her class it's clearly because you didn't show up. She goes so far as to show you the exam two days prior just so you can practice certain problems. She then let's yo come in the day before the exam and ask questions. Great professor and I was going yo take her again but she isn't teaching my course.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MATH099
Grade: C+
May 3, 2019
Would take again

Prof. Kelso has clear expectations. For homework, do EVERY PROBLEM. Do all homework & you receive 100% for homework (correct answer or not). For in class work, turn in the worksheet and once you have all the answers correct, you will receive full credit. She will return the sheet to you if you missed anything & you can redo. Ask ?'s, she will help

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
MATH099
Grade: C+
Jul 23, 2019
Wouldn't take again

she is a tough grader , you can be doing all your work and get 100% on your Aleks program . You miss one or 2 things you are screwed . She wont allow redos either. Save your money . Dont bother taking this class .

Tough grader
4.0
2.0
MATH141
Grade: A+
Aug 18, 2019
Would take again

Brief lectures covering topics. All the assignments were online and the site was easy to use. Lots of homework, quizzes, and tests but they are all pretty easy.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
1.0
3.0
MATH142
Oct 30, 2019
Wouldn't take again

You have to teach yourself if you want to truly understand the material and sometimes it seems like she doesnt even understand the material herself. Your quizzes and tests are multiple choice but theres only 4-6 questions so if you miss one it can greatly impact your grade. Its an easy class if you dont mind teaching yourself all the math.

Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
MATH142
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2020
Would take again

I opted into having Mary-ann as a professor for 2 quarters. She is a well rounded, experienced professor. Her teaching style sets her students up for success, absolutely no surprises. Her teaching styles DEFINITELY need to be shared with other professors!! It would definitely be beneficial for students for her to share her techniques to the others.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
2.0
4.0
MATH141
Grade: A
Feb 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Kelso is honestly not a good teacher but a very nice lady... sometimes. Kelso's lectures are pretty useless and the tests are only like 5 questions long so if you miss one its very impactful. I would not recomend this teacher to anyone who is not taking this class as review.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH095
Grade: A-
Jun 4, 2020
Would take again

I hadn't taken a math class in 4 years and was very nervous. She genuinely got me to like math. I took this class so I could ease back into learning math, so it was essentially a review but definitely worth it. She doesn't just teach math but she teaches good study habits and how to not hate math.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
3.0
3.0
MATH141
Grade: A
Nov 20, 2020
Would take again

Honestly she's straight to the point. We had zoom classes daily where she would go over a lesson & then suggest which chapters to use to study. If you had a question just speak up & she will help. She's blunt, but caring and knows what she's teaching. We had graded hw and tests that alternated weekly. Wasn't hard if you showed up and studied a bit.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
3.0
MATH141
Grade: B
Jan 6, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Do not take her class. I am in pre calc 2 now and what is review for everyone else she did not even teach in pre calc one. Terrible professor and terrible class setup she is a nice lady but you will regret taking this class

2.0
5.0
MATH141
Grade: A-
Mar 23, 2021
Wouldn't take again

mary ann is a really really sweet lady, but she is not a good teacher. she often backtracked and second guessed herself making math way more confusing than it already is. she is really strict on attendance and due dates which can be annoying. every time I asked a question I was 10 times more confused than before. dont reccomend.

Participation matters
Test heavy
Caring
1.0
5.0
MATH141
Sep 30, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The professor would write on the board, but his handwriting was so dirty that I couldn't read it. She was not well prepared for the class, so she made a lot of mistakes in class. And she never apologized for her mistakes, which made us more confused. You shouldn't take her class.

Lecture heavy
1.0
3.0
MATH142
Nov 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Kelso has her own teaching method which was personally hard to follow. She only rights is cursive and goes very fast. Everything she teaches in class, needs to be written down because of little explanation. For grading, each Friday there is a graded test or quiz with a max of 5 questions. So if you get one wrong, your grade will suffer.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
MATH142
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This professor would become angry when students had specific questions. Very lecture heavy, with little external support except for the Computational Class notes (which personally was an extremely confusing program with little tools to foster growth). Respectfully, avoid this professor at all costs.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
MATH142
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Professor Kelso is a very nice lady. There are a lot of bad reviews about her but from my experience. You will pass the class if you attend the lecture, pay attention and do the work. You do need to know the material well from 141 other wise you are screw. She's a fair grader and won't hesitate to answer. We r all human & even she makes mistakes.

Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
Caring
1.0
4.0
MATH142
Grade: A-
Jan 4, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor Ive ever had! I was unable to contact her outside of class as she hardly ever returned emails, and if she did it was weeks later. We had assignments no more than once a week with no info other than her terrible lectures to go off of. Math has always been my best subject, but her course ruined my 4.0 grade average. Do not recommend!

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MATH141
Grade: B
Jan 16, 2023

I had a struggling time with Professor Kelso because of her teaching style. She has a strict testing and also doesn't allow redos. Kelso is always about the rules and what random materials she has at home. Overall, I felt like a kid, and the attitude not professional. I will never take that class again. Her behavior changed and no extra credits .

Tough grader
Participation matters
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
MATH142
Grade: A
Feb 16, 2023
Would take again

I enjoyed Professor Kelso. You can tell that her students' success is her top priority, and she was pretty flexible when there were issues outside of class. I also skipped Math 141 and went straight to Math 142, which I was really worried about, but she helped me catch up and understand everything I needed to in order to succeed.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH141
Grade: A
Apr 5, 2023
Would take again

Mary Ann Kelso only really taught through lecture and via CCN, which, while CCN was buggy sometimes, was a fine enough software. She explained the topics well, and was always made a priority of informing the students on the schedule due to the fact that it would change a bit, due to health problems, or conflicting schedules with the college.

Caring
Lecture heavy
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74%

Textbook Required

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