Good at explaining things.

Very good class. This lady knows her subject inside and out.

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Very hard grader (2 A's on the fist exam out of 30 people). She does make you feel stupid often and can be judgemental about students in general. However, she knows her stuff and explains it well.

She knows her class inside and out and is thorough explaining questions during her office hours. I had minimal difficulty in her class. Plus. . . no required homework!

very knowledgable and willing to make sure everyone understands. Not an easy subject hence not an easy A.

One of the best teacher at PCC. the class is a challege that makes you learn. great class. great teacher. Thank You Mrs Roper for sharing your knowedge.

Nice class. Extremely clear teaching. Goes through material VERY carefully, and minimizes confusion as much as possible. Very approachable. Sometimes a tad outspoken, but never tries to embarrass/offend anyone purposefully. Makes class interesting. Tests are very fair; take good notes and listen well.

Challenging class. She has an excellent teaching style, but is a difficult grader.

an excellent teacher, but still a tough cookie. This is not an easy class. Be prepared to take notes! She goes over everthing with you. Do your homework! Very helpful with homework problems, go to office if you have Qs. Very fair grader. This was my first math class in ten years and I earned a "B".

Freaking awesome. Hard grader, but a fun class to take. Get involved.

she is a geat teacher, will never forget her,very organized person and goes in to the smallest detail in her teaching,. tests are not easy, but fair compair to the information given in class and homework.

She's got this thing on lock. She's been doing this long enough to know exectly how to teach the class. 3 worksheets to help before tests. 3 exams. Show to every class, pay attention and you'll get by. Tough subject but very good teacher.

First a warning, if you didn't have her for 243, drop and get another prof. However, if you did have her for first term you are set. In my opinion she's a fantastic teacher, she's got this completely figured out, what to teach and how. But, take her for both or neither, because her style is very specific and set to her class.

Mrs. Roper is the best math teacher I have ever had. She knows the subject, and gives you all of the information you need to succeed on her exams. You cannot miss class (ever) or be prepared to fall way behind. She rocks!

She is a great teacher. She is very strict on what she wants, but she loves the subject and knows how to teach it in a why that you can understand. She was always available to me if I needed help or had a question. As long as you show up everyday and take notes you should do well. She always stuck to her schedule and was a fair grader.

Nancy is clear about her expectations and grades based on those expectations. She gives good examples on how to do the work. She's not compassionate toward students that don't put in the effort and then want special attention. If you struggle with math, she may not be the right teacher for you unless you plan to put in time at the math center.

She's one of those people who have really low self esteem and tries to bring you down with her by talking about calculus in a statistics course when she knows only 2 of the people have taken calculus. It's totally frustrating when she starts talking about something you have no clue about then says "you don't have to know that."

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I think Nancy Roper is an excellent instructor. She is very good at what she does and she enjoys doing it. The class is not easy, but she outlines everything that needs to be done to pass the class. She teaches you how to be neat and precise and all you have to do is follow instructions. She is very smart and always willing to help.

She's a great teacher, one of the best math instructors I've had, if you attend class, you should have no prob. She is very sarcastic and makes fun of you, but it's all in fun, I strongly recommend her!

AAAAHH!! Run the other way!

Very hard grader. I worked my butt off, and I still got an average of 75-80 on my worksheets and tests.The grading system is unfair because no matter how you understood the concepts, your grade did not reflect well your efforts or understanding of the concepts. An excellent teacher, but rigid. You need be close to perfect, then you will survive.

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I think she's pretty good. I liked her explanations of new math concepts which she does on the overhead projector. She definitely gets cranky when a student ignores her rules (eg no cell phone use), but the students in question deserved it! I got an A but I did not always understand her answers to my questions, but she was always nice to me.

Nancy is not one to BS. She scared the hell out of me and you really need to push yourself. I miss her now because I actually learned in her class. You need to be on top of things. Don't whine, be on time, go to all your classes and pay attention. This class was hell, but getting that A felt amazing. Nothing in this world worth having comes easy.

Excellent Professor!!! She grades fairly, ur points are EARNED not GIVEN. She explains all questions asked, she helps students during office hours. She is very organized and it was easy for me to grasp the concepts of Statistics, and this is coming from someone who withdrew the first time I tried taking Stats with a dif. prof.

Tough teacher but good. Very picky on work. Excellent lectures. Can be a little scary. I am choosing to take her another term because she was my best teacher last term. Quick to return assignments and tests. Nancy really gets her material and is excited about it. Yes, you must pay attention and attend class. This is a very complex subject.

GREAT teacher if you want to actually learn something. Her lectures were helpful. It's a tough class and she does actually expect you to understand the material, but she's not overly picky and she'll tell and show you exactly what she expects to see on exams and homework.

I took her for 243 and 244. The first term was hard, but as soon as I got to know her requirements I was fine. She is a good teacher. If you are in college to learn and not to get a good grade, take her. You might get a B or even a C being a good student, but you will get much more from her class that just a grade.

I took her for 243 and 244. The first term was hard, but as soon as I got to know her requirements I was fine. She is a good teacher. If you are in college to learn and not to get a good grade, take her. You might get a B or even a C being a good student, but you will get much more from her class that just a grade.

I hate stats. I loved her. Easy. Great teacher. Tells you exactly what she wants. As long as you do it, you've got an A. She taught so well in class, I got an A without doing any of the homework (just the worksheets). She comes off as Attila The Math Hun, but get a spine and you'll be fine. <3

Very straight forward teacher. I got an A in her class, after taking a stats class with coates and not passing. Roper was clear and very helpful. Her notes are very good and she tells you what she wants. Don't let her intimidate you, if you have a question ask it!

Nancy is a great teacher. She makes sure you understand the examples, and tells you everything you need to know for the worksheets and tests. Try not to miss a class because you will fall way behind, and it's hard to catch up. Doing examples in the textbook helps a lot; this probably enabled me to get an A.

excellent instructor. highly recommended. She explains every thing clearly and makes u study hard. i learned a lot for, her class. the grade u receive worths the effort that u put in the class ^___^

She is a great teacher, and knows her stuff. The only problem is, she doesn't really answer any questions :-/. Any time I tried to ask her one, she told me to visit her later... I eventually withdrew from her class because she is so cranky too >_<

She's been doing this for a long time. This means that she knows her stuff: very organized. But it also means she doesn't mess around. I never did any of the book work. Only worksheets and tests and I did fine. Just make sure you attend every lecture and actually pay attention. Detail oriented!

Great teacher. Workbook very helpful. Study example from that and you should be fine. Very helpful teacher, ask homework questions, she'll answer. Class based on 3 worksheets and 3 exams. Very picky about details, but explains right way to do things. Would definitely recommend taking 243 and 244 from her

I was terrified of taking stats. I could not have asked for a better person to lead me through this material. She was enthusiastic, tough, has a quirky sense of humor and is no-nonsense. Wish she taught Calculus.

I'd taken the course once before, and failed for a number of reasons. Ms. Roper made the class interesting, and the subject matter both relevant and understandable.

Great teacher. Has developed a great curriculum and an incredible workbook to supplement. Recipe for success: attend and pay attention to lecture, read and follow along in the workbook, read the chapters, and do the homework worksheets. Do this and you'll not only do well, but you'll actually understand the basics of statistics.

The workbook she has designed for this class is brilliant. You never have to take notes, all the directions are clearly laid out for you. The class is hard, but you will actually learn a lot. She expects the best, you need to show comprehension of the material. One of the hardest classes I've taken, but she is fair.

She's a great over-all math teacher, very helpful,and tends to the students. Try hard and do homework, you will get an A.

She knows statistics. However, that is her only positive. She grades extremely difficult, even if you get the right numerical answer, she will somehow find an error. I have taken higher math classes and excelled in them. Although I got an A, her grading is completely off basis and is totally irrational. Do not take her if you have a choice.

Nancy is nice, clear and helpful but she grades very hard. I found most of these posts were correct when I got into the class. She DOES grade on spelling and grammar(says on the quizes/tests themself). I tried very hard and still got a C. She's VERY critical on grading. She's great and clear but if grades matter to you, don't take her. Good Luck.

I've studied in Europe. Ms. Roper has a European university professor style. No nonsense. The U.S. could use more teachers like her. Wise up America!

She's a tough grader, but she's fair and she knows her stuff. She also gives extra credit questions on her exams to make up for her tough grading system. She gives fair warning about what she's going to "nitpick" over. She does an excellent job of clarifying a difficult subject.

This is a real class. You're going to learn TONS, but its not going to come easy. She runs the class like a real professor, not like most of the "teachers" at PCC. She's as hard and cold as stone, and is by far the best math teacher I have EVER HAD. She made stat understandable and looking back, I got the grade I deserved.

I had never taken a stats class before and I loved her as a teacher. She's organized, clear, an she know's her stuff. Pay attention and you'll do great.

she created a well organized packet containing all notes you will need for the term. This made learning the material in class much easier(no note taking) Have an A in the class so far, but study about 3 hrs a day. Shes a great teacher if you want to understand stats, but beware! shes a HARDCORE TOUGH teacher/grader! no spelling errors on tests etc.

She is a great teacher. Very organized and has been teaching forever. She allows plenty of time to answer homework questions, and she supplies a packet that covers everything. However, missed points on workesheets and exams add up! Everything has to be exactly right. Overall, its really nice to have such an organized and seasoned teacher.

I'm a business professor and considered by colleagues to be an excellent communicator. My work for this class came back covered in red ink. How refreshing - an instructor willing to take the time to help students improve communications. Cherish it. Study hard. She's a tough teacher with high expectations. If you can't stand the heat...

I love Nancy's organization and structure. She's not super friendly but she has been doing this forever and knows exactly how to teach it. I don't even need to take 244 but am thinking about it just to take her again.

I had Nancy for both 243 and 244 and was kind of reluctant to take her. Now I wish all my teachers would follow her lead. To many teachers are wishy washy about grading and expectations, not Nancy. She should teach a class on how to teach for other teachers really. And she is very nice don't be fooled by first impressions

Difficult grader, great teacher! She has her way of teaching and I love it. If you want to learn statistics, learn it from her.

Nancy Roper will give you everything you need to succeed in her 243 and 244 classes if you are responsible enough to be accountable to learn. She does not "spoon-feed" students but will do anything to help you learn that she can. If you want to understand the material, she is excellent. If you just want to pass with an easy grade, pick someone el

Roper is an excellent teacher. You will learn the material in her class. However she's also the toughest grader I've come across at PCC. If you want to learn, take her, if you want an A, take someone else.

Nancy is not tough, she just doesn't put up with any crap and won't spoon feed you. If you're too cool to come to class, you won't do well. Best teacher at PCC, hands down. You will learn lots, but yes, gasp, you will have to do work! Most PCC students can't handle that.

Excellent teacher, not for the faint of heart who want an easy A though.I was supposed to take Stats with Muzos, but she retired and I ended up with Roper.The material isn't difficult,but there are only 3 worksheets,2 tests,and the final which are graded, and your whole grade depends on you doing well on them.No extra homework points for cushion.

Fantastic instructor who expects you to learn and be responsible for your work at a university level. Your work must be perfect, but she tells you in no uncertain terms what she wants. Extremely fair and provides opportunities for bonus points on tests and final. Loved this class!

She demands perfection but if you pay attention in class, do your practice homework, and ask questions you will easily pass the class. Be aware there are only 3 graded HW assignments, 2 Midterms, and 1 Final so you have to do well on them. You don't have take any notes because she provides you with them and working examples. She's very organized!

Toughest class I've had so far, but Nancy is extremely organized and knows the material inside and out. Very harsh grader, so triple-check your work. Homework is optional and for practice, but you won't do well without it. I spent 6-7 hours a week working through homework problems.

Nancy has been teaching statistics for over 30 years and knows her stuff. She provides you with everything you need to succeed. Yes she is very nitpicky about how you report yours answers, but it is not unrealistic. I had her for both 243 and 244. Her teaching is easier because she teaches you lots of calculator shortcuts unlike other professors.