4.6

Michael Zwick

Mathematics - Monroe Community College

4.6
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4.6
Quality
2.4
Difficulty
4.6
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Would Retake

97

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What Students Say

He is the best math teacher that I have had in all of my schooling from elementary to college

MATH150 - 5.0 rating

He was kind of fast pace

MTH160 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

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62% confidence
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A+: 1
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MATH101

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Reviews (97)
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MTH160
Grade: A+
May 7, 2002

No Comments

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MTH160
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
May 12, 2002

No Comments

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MTH
May 12, 2002

No Comments

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MTH211
Mar 28, 2003

No Comments

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MTH165
Apr 1, 2003

Makes math enjoyable

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MATH150
Apr 4, 2003

He is the best math teacher that I have had in all of my schooling from elementary to college. He explains the material very well. I am a non-traditional student and he made it very easy for me. I received an A in his class.

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MTH160
Apr 10, 2003

He is a fun loving guy and all but I wish that he would have made everything easier to understand. He was kind of fast pace. Not good for students who have trouble with math.

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MATH150
Apr 15, 2003

No Comments

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MTH211
Sep 12, 2003

very good exelent teacher wish all teachers were like him

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165
May 13, 2004

An honest Professor that taught you everything you needed to know in a way everyone could understand. Unlike some.... he KNOWS what he's talking about and doesn't need to teach from a piece of paper.

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MTH160
Jul 1, 2004

He make the process of learning math fun! I really enjoy his teaching style and enthusiasm over his topic. His "private conversations" and car/hot-air balloon examples allowed for easy swallowing of concepts and a deeper understanding of Stats.

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MTH150
Dec 7, 2004

Don't be afraid of his survey of math class, even if you hate math. It's a straight forward class and when I took this class he didn't expect you to hand in homework. Wish high school was like that.

5.0
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CALC22003
Jan 8, 2005

There was nothing I didn't enjoy about his class. He made math interesting. He explained concepts thoroughly and presented the material in a way that I could understand. I never wanted to miss a class. I recommend him to anyone who is apprehensive about taking a math class.

5.0
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STATISTICS1
Jan 28, 2005

No Comments

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MTH210
Mar 7, 2005

Brilliant explanations of difficult concepts. Best math teacher I've ever had. Fantastic classroom presence. If you can get him for math, do so. Made Calculus easy!

5.0
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MTH098
May 5, 2005

awsome teacher, great guy, standup comedy and math class all in one. All teachers should learn from this guy!

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MTH210
Jun 15, 2005

Great guy you have to have him to believe it.

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MTH165
Grade: A
Sep 2, 2005

Very easy to understand and genuinly concerned. Recommended to anybody!

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MATH210
Sep 3, 2005

Great teacher. Never fell asleep because he was an interesting and hilarious teacher! I learned alot. But you really have to do the homework to do well. But gotta say one of the best teacher's at MCC very personable and loved all his stories!

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CALC
Sep 5, 2005

I took Calc with Zwick a few times (yes a few), and he was a great teacher. Always went the extra mile to help his students.

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MTH210
Sep 9, 2005

very good teacher. made calc easy to understand and genuinely fun. very interesting and intriguing person to be around, highly recommended.

5.0
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MTH201
Grade: B
Sep 12, 2005

I took calculus 1 with him. Makes everything very clear and understandable. Homework load was tolerable and applied to all the tests. Great guy, just dont get on his bad side. If you are scared of taking calculus take him.

5.0
2.0
CALC1
Sep 18, 2005

No Comments

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CALC
Grade: B-
Sep 30, 2005

This is the best teacher I've ever had! He made Calculus easy and I liked class so much I didn't miss one. DO NOT TAKE ANYONE ELSE IF YOU WANT TO LEARN CALCULUS. He is the best.

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MATH165
Oct 12, 2005

he is an awesome teacher and i would recommend him to anybody!!!!

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MTH210
Oct 21, 2005

He was very VERY cool. He didn't check homework, so I never really did it. Thats the only reason I got a D. I know I would've gotten an A if I tried.

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MTH098
Nov 4, 2005

He is an amazing teacher, everybody in our class like his and likes to joke around which makes life easier in that class. Very nice guy and a great outgoing attitude

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CALC
Dec 23, 2005

This professor is the best I ever had. He really enjoys his job and will make it fun for the class. His exams are esay...but you must keep up with your work (which is not too hard). I really enjoyed this class and will continue with this professor in calc 2._

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MTH210
Dec 23, 2005

Best professor EVER!

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CALC2
Jan 6, 2006

Mr. Zwick's great. He may come off as being a mean guy, but he's got a heart of gold. His classes can be a bit exasperating if you are a dedicated student, as he has issues controlling the troublemakers, but he is skilled in what he teaches.

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MATH165
Feb 20, 2006

So far he is by the best teacher ive ever had. He makes class fun rather than just coming in and teaching. If you have a chance to get him, definately take advantage of it.

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MTH210
Mar 23, 2006

Best professor ever! He is very down to earth and interesting. the only class i wouldnt end up skipping was calc with this guy he is awesome!

5.0
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CALC211
Jun 1, 2006

Definitely one of the best professors I've had. Does notes on the board, goes over material enough that the class understands it but not so much that it becomes redundant. Usually nice, though he can be kind of funny about people joking around with him, even though he jokes around a lot himself. Engaging and makes material interesting.

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MTH160
Jul 7, 2006

I am now 34 years old returning to college in NC. I attended MCC over ten years ago and the only professor that I remember was Mr. Zwick. Professors just don't get any better than that! He's definately one of the best!

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MTH165
Jul 9, 2006

Zwick is the man. He makes the most boring subject in the world actually interesting. Highly recommended professor.

5.0
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MTH165
Aug 4, 2006

awesome teacher, fantastic help, will be seeing him in calc 1 this coming semester!

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MTH211
Aug 29, 2006

Incredibly entertaining teacher. Funny funny man, take his classes because he won't be around much longer.

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MTH165
Sep 13, 2006

Great Professor and would definitly recommend him as a math teacher. He teaches where you understand. Very smart man. Love his jokes. Mr. Zwick you rock. Makes you WANT to learn math.

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MTH165
Sep 28, 2006

He was the best math teacher I ever had. If you have a chance to take one of his classes do it.

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MTH165
Dec 9, 2006

Mr. Zwick is consistent and expectations are met, he will let you know what to expect on exams and helpful in preparing for the final. He teaches in a way that is thorough and easy to understand. He is very funn, you'll have a blast in his class. He's also a good man. It was an honor to have him as a teacher.

3.0
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MTH098
Jan 2, 2007

He was an ok teacher, for me there was not alot of clarity. Got off on a lot of tangents that were very confusing. If you do yoru work and pay attention you will most likely do ok. Can be pretty funny at times though

5.0
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MTH165
Jan 17, 2007

awesome teacher, he keeps everyone interested and cares if you understand the material or not, as long as you go to class and pay attention you will be fine, homework isn't a must, but if you are not good in math you should do it. He gives practice take home tests and the test in class is the same but diff numbers!! very funny! you will like him!!

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MATH098
Mar 11, 2007

This guy is the best! If you get a chance to take him - do it!

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MTH098
Mar 11, 2007

He was very good, But don't you fall aslep in his class or yawn, or have you phone ring or leave class in the middle. If you can keep to this he is the best teacher in the world

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MTH098
Apr 18, 2007

He's really good. You'll really learn a lot more than just math in class!

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MTH210
Oct 23, 2007

AMAZING TEACHER! Best teacher I've ever had in math. Not only does he know what he's talking about, he's hilarious at the same time! I will definitely be taking Calc II with him next semester. If you pay attention in class, don't fall asleep, take notes, and try to learn, he will show you his knowledge and help you understand as best as you can.

5.0
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MTH165
Oct 24, 2007

Fantastic teacher. He's everything that you'd want in a professor. I highly recommend his class!

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MTH210
Nov 9, 2007

ONE of the worst math teachers I've ever had. I was in his class for about 3 weeks and dropped. I didn't learn anything. He is quirky and weird- I am very good at math, I plan to take it again with someone else, but I didn't enjoy his teaching style at all. Not recommended, although he was funny sometimes.

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MATH210
Nov 29, 2007

he is awesome

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MTH098
Dec 7, 2007

He is an absolutely wonderful professor. I hate Math and have never been good at it. He makes it fun!!! He is so funny too...very refreshing class. He is very helpful and the clarity of the class is great. I'm taking him again next semester and i would reccomend him to anyone

5.0
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CALC210
Dec 27, 2007

Best Teacher Ever! Awesome Professor! Do your homework and you'll be okay. Very funny and keeps class interesting, can't wait to take Calc II with him.

5.0
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MTH104
Feb 6, 2008

He's the only reason I get up and go to a 9:00 class... he's awesome and cracks everyone up constantly... GREAT TEACHER

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MTH212
Mar 20, 2008

LoVE hIM

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MTH210
Mar 25, 2008

Prof Zwick is the kind of teacher you want for math. Very knowledgeable, helpful, interesting. I loved going to MATH class

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MTH165
Apr 11, 2008

I hold a previous bachelor's degree and this is the best professor I have ever had! A man who doesn't take life too seriously. Actually cares about his students and makes learning fun, all the time you are laughing. If you do the practice exams he gives out you will get an A on the exam, I promise! I will be taking calc. with him!

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MTH165
May 26, 2008

good teacher very funny

5.0
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MTH165
Jul 22, 2008

This teacher showed me how fun math can be! Even if you don't like math and never will, he makes it easy to understand the problems. Plus he's so funny! Take this professor!

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MTH211
Sep 30, 2008

Professor Zwick's lectures are invigorating! I'm sure he could teach any subject and make it great. He presents a workman's approach to calculus; only a few proofs, and then at every step in solving a problem he gives you insight into the thinking that lead you there, so he makes his years of experience yours! Highly recommended and fun. Ooh! ooh!

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MTH098
Nov 13, 2008

This teacher is the best math teacher that I have ever had. He talks to you as if you are an intellectual adult. His teaching style is flawless. I actually was a failing math student in High School...not anymore. I have aced every test he gave. Watch out for his early dismissal tricks. haha. Ooh! Ooh!...hahaha

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MTH211
Nov 20, 2008

GREATEST MATH PROFESSOR EVER! calc 2 is supposed to be the hardest of the calcs but he made is easy and understandable. Jokes around and makes class fun but you learn all at the same time. Always there to help you and if you can take every math class possible with him!

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MTH210
Dec 11, 2008

Best Math teacher I've ever had. I was coming off a year of getting little to no instruction from my teacher and he had me up to speed with calculus within a few weeks. Go to class, do the homework.

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MATH165
Dec 18, 2008

One of the best math teachers, extremely funny, fair and this guy is a genius. Will help you in any way you need. I didn't do homework so I did poorly.

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MTH175
Jan 19, 2009

I am a guy and I wish I looked like him in his age. He is the God of math, has been teaching for ever. Take him and be greatful for the A you earned!

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MATH165
Feb 2, 2009

greatest math teacher ever first time i took this course i failed it. When i took it with him i ace it

5.0
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MTH210
Apr 17, 2009

Great teacher, easy to understand, funny

5.0
2.0
MTH221
Apr 23, 2009

I took calc II over the summer. He made the class interesting and it was a breeze. Nevertheless calc II is hard in general so be prepared to do a LOT of practice questions if you want to do good in class. I think he is the best calc professor out there! if you have a chance get him!!!

5.0
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MATH098
May 18, 2009

I took this class before with other teachers but he is by far the most helpful. He's great I would recommend him to all.he is not hard plus he has a wonderful teaching method

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MTH104
Jul 13, 2009

Professor Zwick is a wonderful person! I wish I had him for other classes in the past. It seems he is getting grumpy as he nears retirement, however that does not change my overall impression of him. Very fun! Extremely clear lecture. Wonderful testing strategy. I would and have recommend him to any student.

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MTH211
Aug 27, 2009

A great teacher, funny, helpful and FAIR. Always willing to answer questions. hCant ask more from a teacher

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MATH101
Sep 5, 2009

I am a Zwickster from 15 yrs ago. I still remember what a great teacher he was. I recommend him very highly- he puts things in understandable terms. Just awesome and passionate about math!

5.0
2.0
MTH145
Sep 8, 2009

Sitting in class with him right now on the first day. He was a little long winded on college mandated statements, rightfully so, but an easy to understand and follow professor. I like him.

5.0
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MTH165
Sep 24, 2009

One of the best professors you will ever have. Sincere, knows his stuff, funny and wants you to succed. Highly highly reccomended! Get in his class before he retiers.

5.0
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MTH165
Nov 2, 2009

AMAZING. My mom had his class, and now I have had him for Mth 104 & 165. I HATE algebra and never thought anyone could make that class so interesting I wish I had a prof. like him for all of my classes. Not only is he a great prof. & knows what he is talking about but he is a great person and you should be honored to be able to be in his class!!!!

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MATH211
Nov 20, 2009

Was a very interesting professor to listen to and was able to keep student focus. He is one of the best teachers I've ever had in math. He wont make the class easy for you but there's no reason anyone can't do well in his class. I would highly recommend him if you can get him.

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MTH210
Dec 17, 2009

Prof. Zwick is the best math theacher I have ever had. He makes the class interesting, he's helpfull, funny. I can go on and on about all his qualities. He's retiring soon, so take his class while you can. I just love his class. I'll miss him very much

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MTH098
Jan 3, 2010

Professor Zwick was the best professor ever!

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MTH175
Jan 12, 2010

Loved his class

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MTH122
Feb 9, 2010

Best calc teacher ive ever had. Funny and interesting. Ver helpful if you put work in.

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MATH165
Mar 10, 2010

Yes Prof Zwick is a funny, but he doesn't give step-by-step processes to help solve hard equations, and the tests look nothing like the examples he gives in class and the final is like a bomb in your face. I'm taking precalc now and reviewing everything from his class and actually understand it now. do not recommend if you really struggle with math

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MTH165
Mar 28, 2010

Best prof. ever. Will be very sad when he retires, he will be missed! If you have the chance to take a class with him do it, you'll be glad you did!

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MTH175
Apr 15, 2010

Long live the king! The greatest professor I have had yet. Zwick will be missed when he is gone.

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MTH104
May 4, 2010

I love zwick's class he is such a sweet person probably one of the nicest person i ever met in my life. he is very funny and i enjoy being in his class. he is truly a very happy person, he loves life as well as his self ms. Bev(his wife) and his students.

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MTH175
May 20, 2010

He is unorganized and doesn't care about teaching the right material. He is constantly making mistakes and when a student points it out he says their wrong, checks his notes, and realizes that they're right. He should have retired last year and he agrees. He only stayed for the benefits. If you plan to take calc, find a different precalc teacher.

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MTH175
May 24, 2010

BEST TEACHER EVER! Never checks homework and every test we took was either take home or he gave us a sheet to study from and the test was the exact same questions from the study sheet, even for the final! If he ever comes back take him. He's sarcastic but a great guy!!

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MATH104
May 28, 2010

Amazing teacher! My 2nd fav teacher besides prof striebich. Gave a lot of examples for notes, study guides for tests that had the same problems on the test! Gave example problems that would be on the final. Fair, hilarious, nice, easy. I have no idea how so many people in my class were failing.

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MTH175
Jun 10, 2010

Really a great professor! He was exceptional at explaining math and concepts of the course. About 1/2 of 175 is review of 165 but Zwick was actually able to explain a lot of the things that my prior math teacher said "it just because that's how you do it." Would definitely take him again and again!

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MATH210
Sep 8, 2010

PROF. ZWICK was my most FAVORITE teacher i have ever had. HALARIOUS!!!!!!! so down to earth great teacher. i hope he gets to read all his comments on this thing some day because im sure probably 95% of them are about how he is a favorite to many students. hes the bestttt!!!!!!!!!!

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CALC210
Dec 3, 2010

Zwick is beyond the best math teacher I have ever had. "no...yes...no...um well sort of yeah actually no." it's love.

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MTH210
Dec 23, 2010

Lectures are worth going to and he keeps you entertained. Can be very unclear at times.

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MTH211
May 19, 2011

Zwick is a great teacher and so far my favorite math teacher. he does examples in class to show you how to do problems, but you have to take your own time to practice the material with the suggested problems he gives you otherwise this class will be disastrous. If you are struggling or don't understand he will try his best to clarify. Great Profs!

5.0
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MTH211
Nov 13, 2011

Zwick is easily the best math professor I have ever had. His lectures are very clear, and he always adds a bit of humor. Definitely take a class with him if you have the chance.

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MTH211
Nov 18, 2011

He is a wonderful Professor.

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MTH165
Jan 4, 2012

Great teacher! Got a C last year. Took it at school with Zwick and got an A. The hw is not graded or handed in. I strongly suggest taking serious notes in class. There was a lot of work on the final which we never went over in class. However, I studied the final review packet in depth and aced the final! Zwick and Kilner are the best.

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MTH165
Aug 8, 2012

Prof. Zwick was one of my favorite professor's at MCC. I found his lectures to be entertaining and helpful. As long as you take good notes during the lectures you will do well on the tests. I would recommend him to anyone who needs to take MTH 165.

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MTH211
Sep 7, 2012

Professor Zwick teaches with such clarity, he could teach calc to a fifth grade student.

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MTH165
Dec 19, 2012

This guy! He cares about his students and made me feel respected, something I find lacking in many professors. He has methods of shocking your system randomly with shouts or odd questions about saying things in spanish. Very entertaining and will attempt to take calc 2 with him if possible.

5.0
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MATH104
May 16, 2015

Will go above and beyond to make sure you understand. Genuinely a good person who wants his students to do well.

Class Info

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

62% confidence
Based on 4 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (1)
Not_Sure_Yet (1)
A (1)
Grade Distribution
A(2)B(2)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 5 reported grades
A+: 1
Not_Sure_Yet: 1
A: 1
B: 1
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.07 avg change
Nov
Jan
Aug
Sep
Dec
May
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

165

5.0

(1)

MTH

5.0

(1)

MTH211

5.0

(10)

MATH150

5.0

(2)

MTH150

5.0

(1)
+24 more courses
Difficulty by Course

MATH101

4.0

MTH122

4.0

MTH201

3.0

MTH212

3.0

MATH211

3.0

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