4.6

Paul Buckelew

Mathematics - Oklahoma City Community College

4.6
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
83%
Would Retake
121
Reviews
4.6
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
4.6
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

83%

Would Retake

121

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

101

4

10

3

2

2

5

1

3

What Students Say

I had him for an 8wk trig class and calc I and calc III

TRIGCALC - 5.0 rating

Also crams a lot of assignments, feels overwhelming

MATH1533 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

72%

Textbook Required

67%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 47 grades
Most common grades:
A (23)
A+ (8)
B (5)
Grade Distribution
A(31)B(6)C(4)D(0)F(1)A-/B+(5)
Based on 47 reported grades
A: 23
A+: 8
B: 5
A-: 3
Common Tags
Accessible outside class (15)
Hilarious (14)
Participation matters (13)
Caring (10)
Gives good feedback (9)
Respected (8)
Lots of homework (8)
Skip class? You won't pass. (7)
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.40 avg change
Jan
May
Jan
Apr
Jul
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

1503

5.0

(1)

22032103

5.0

(1)

MATH

5.0

(3)

CALC2103

5.0

(1)

CALC

5.0

(1)
+37 more courses
Difficulty by Course

MATH2163

4.5

CALCULUSI

4.0

MATH2103

4.0

TRIG1613

4.0

1513

3.5

Reviews (121)
5.0
3.0
MATH
Mar 2, 2003

Makes math more interesting. Great teacher. Very interactive with his class. Very helpful.

5.0
3.0
CALC2103
Mar 7, 2003

cool dude....rather entertaining,but very much interested in students comprehending the material

5.0
1.0
CALC
Apr 9, 2003

Really goes out of his way to help students, even if you are nolonger in his class.

5.0
2.0
MATH0123
Mar 13, 2003

He is absolutely hilarious and animated-not monotone and boring like most math teachers. He is what a teacher is aupposed to be. He makes math as fun as possible...and his English accent is really cool too! Definetly take him for any math course @ OKCCC.

5.0
1.0
MATH
Apr 22, 2003

Paul is awesome! He deals directly with the students and does not hesitate to help when needed. I think his goal is to ensure each student understands and passes his class. If you try in his class you will pass. Pay attention and you will get an A+!

5.0
1.0
CALC3
Oct 13, 2003

he was the best

5.0
2.0
MATH1513
Oct 29, 2003

awesome! just go to class and pay attention--he will do the rest! A+++

5.0
2.0
ALLMATHS
Nov 16, 2003

hilarious! funniest math teacher ever

5.0
2.0
CAL2
Dec 29, 2003

2002 i took his class.Awesome. Makes you work. Hepls you, makes you laugh and what not. I think he is the best. I dont think anyone will dislike him. He didnt teach any other higher level math classes. If he taught i would have taken all his classes

5.0
4.0
CALCULUSI
Mar 24, 2004

For the first time in my life math seemed fun. He makes sure that everyone understands the material. He's very helpful and explains the material in a manner inwhich it actually seems easy. Do yourself a favor and take his class.

5.0
4.0
MATH2103
Mar 31, 2004

Paul is great, one of those people you would just want to hang out with. If he is in his office, the door is open. I hung out and did homework in there. One of the best teachers @ OKCCC!

5.0
3.0
COLLALGEB
Apr 13, 2004

Good teacher, do the practice homework or you won't do well!

5.0
2.0
MATH1513
Apr 22, 2004

Great proffessor! Awesome, understandable accent! Makes math fun!!!

5.0
1.0
22032103
Apr 28, 2004

He ist the best math teacher. Take him all math courses that u can

5.0
2.0
MATH1513
Nov 22, 2004

the best math teacher/professor I've ever had. I highly recommend his class. He made math fun... is that possible?

5.0
2.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Nov 24, 2004

Awesome teacher! LITERALLY turns upside down to help you understand functions. I would recommend Buckelew to anyone who wants to do well in Algebra. Just remember: He doesn't have an accent. You do.

5.0
2.0
INTERALG0123
Dec 8, 2004

He is really funny and explains things very well, he even stood on his head to explain reciprocals:). The best math teacher ever. Take him if you can get in his class (they fill up fast)

5.0
2.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Dec 17, 2004

He is Awesome! Never understood alg 2 in High school, ACED HIS CLASS. must work for grade, but he is hilarious and has an awesome accent. He still knows my name after a year, and he will bend over backwards to help you out. Silly Chap, but very intersting and energizing. 8am w/him is ok

5.0
2.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Dec 24, 2004

Mr B is the coolest! Highly recommended if you hate algebra because he makes it understandable and fun! Check out his accent-bloody hell!

5.0
1.0
1503
Mar 17, 2005

amazing professor..great energy..I need him for all my math classes

4.0
2.0
ENGCALCI
Apr 26, 2005

Great guy, hilarious. If you make the effort to come to class and try, Buckelew is the professor you want. Only downside? Talks at like fourty million miles an hour. Just be sure to ask for help after class (since time doesn't permit much explaining) and you'll be all set.

5.0
3.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Apr 27, 2005

I was very afraid of taking math in college, but I had him for Int. Alg. and College Alg. and he is GREAT! He is very funny, makes class worth coming to. The accent makes everything he says more interesting/funny!

5.0
3.0
MATH
May 3, 2005

Very good, energetic professor. He is a lot of fun and can explain things is several different ways to help students understand.

5.0
1.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Sep 22, 2005

Very energetic. Very passionate. Very British. He's loves to teach and it's eacy to tell. He's hilarious and really tries to be creative in his teaching style/methods. Excellent teacher. I highly recommend him!

5.0
2.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Grade: A-
Sep 28, 2005

On my first day, I was expecting just another boring math class. I can live with math, but I certainly don't love it. Mr. Buckelew is very funny, and he explains math using analogies, making it easier for people to comprehend the subject at hand. He is also there to help his students as much as possible. I really recommend his class!

5.0
1.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
Oct 30, 2005

No Comments

5.0
2.0
MATH0123
Nov 11, 2005

He is a great math teacher. He is helpful and will work with your busy schedule. He's also very funny.

5.0
2.0
MATH1513COLALG
Dec 16, 2005

HE IS GREAT!!! I was a concurrent student and he was sooo easy to work with. He really loves teaching and it shows. He will do anything and everything to help ya out. http://switchtextbooks.com/index.aspx?Referal=CISW9CQ3

5.0
1.0
PRECALC
Mar 13, 2006

He is very funny and very helpful. He takes the blaw blaw blaw out of math and makes it fun! He is constantly jumping on desks, throwing markers, and cracking jokes! You will not get bored in his class!

5.0
2.0
CALC2104
Nov 20, 2006

He was my 1st professor at OCCC and made me really enjoy this semester! He is my favorite teacher because he's so funny, energetic, passionate about math, and is eager to help you. I HIGHLY recommend that you take him for math! Just do your homework and COME TO CLASS (he gives extra credit) and work hard b/c it is calculus... and you'll get an A.

5.0
1.0
MATH1113
Oct 31, 2006

No Comments

5.0
3.0
MATH1743
Apr 3, 2007

Fantastic Professor!

5.0
1.0
MATH0113
Apr 13, 2007

Mr. Buckelew is an awesome algebra teacher. Anyone having difficulties with math should take him. He helped make my worst subject one of my favorite subjects in just one semester.

5.0
2.0
COLLEGEALGEBRA
May 15, 2007

He is an all-around wonderful professor. There aren't any downsides to his class. Teaches in a way that is entertaining. Relates his teachings to real life examples to simplify it. Gives you plenty of time for homework. Prepares you well for tests. If I could take more classes with him as the professor, I would.

5.0
1.0
MATH0123
May 16, 2007

Very thorough, and he makes sure everybody comprehends the material.

5.0
1.0
MATH1513
Nov 15, 2007

AWESOME teacher! He is very friendly and personable. He explains algebra very well and makes it easy for everyone to understand. He gives you practice tests of exactly what kind of problems should be on the real test. Also you get to make a notecard so if you cant remember a formula you'll have it! HIGHLY recommended!!!

2.0
5.0
MATH1533
Nov 16, 2007

he doesn't care. i went to his office hours many times to ask for help. he was not there at the time and so my grade ended up being bad on tests. sometimes when he was there and i went in, he was busy, and told me to find a classmate at the mathlab. my algebra teaher is better.had to use those notes rather than his. makes you hate math.

2.0
5.0
MATH1533
Nov 16, 2007

he pretends he is nice. acts always busy and since he works with OKCC directors ..he doesn't have time to explain. he shouldn' be teaching if he gonna do both.hurting the students.we start on notes and then all of a sudden talks of something else..can't believe i took this class..previous commenter is correct.

5.0
1.0
MATH1513
Mar 2, 2008

If you need a Math professor that will teach you well, be available in his office, the Math Lab or e-mail...He is the one. His style of teaching is not just entertaining but it greatly assists you in understanding Math. If you need to take a lot of Math classes @ OCCC TAKE ALL OF THEM WITH Buckelew. He'll remember you and help you immensely.

5.0
3.0
MATH1533
Apr 29, 2008

He is AWESOME. He helps the student A LOT. I would recommended him for MATH teacher.

5.0
1.0
MATH1113
May 20, 2008

First of all, He's British, he's funny. Second of all, He's one of my favorite math proffessors I have ever had. I made College Algebra and Calculus just flew by. I personally think the people who don't like him, are the people who really suck at math, hate math deeply, and so that leads them to hating him! Anyways, he's basically the best!

5.0
1.0
MATH1743
Nov 24, 2008

He is the BEST teacher I ever had.He explains everything very clear. He is awesome.He makes class funny and easy to understand.Highly recommended.

5.0
1.0
MATH1533
Dec 14, 2008

Awesome teacher. Best Math Class I have ever taken. His humor is corny which makes it funny. You should learn a lot if you care to. You don't really need a book, but I used it every once in a while to prepare for the test, easier then the online book. Tests are pretty easy if you studied. (DO THE PRACTICE TEST!!! :) )

5.0
1.0
COLLMATH
May 8, 2009

Good Professor ever. Very helpful and always help you when we need help; he never turn you down. he want his student to get A". FLAH card for his TEST, you can write anything you want. wonderful test review, his test review and exam almost the same.

4.0
5.0
MATH123
May 14, 2009

leave us alone about hw just tell us what to do for the tests thats where our grade comes from

5.0
1.0
MATH123
Jul 20, 2009

online

5.0
2.0
ALG1513
Dec 21, 2009

What is not to like about this guy!! He is awesome!! Funny!! Loves what he does!! He teaches you what you need to know and really cares about you and whether you pass or fail! YOU have to make the effort though!! He's going to harp about homework but it just shows that he cares!! He will not let you down on the enthusiasm either!

5.0
1.0
MATH1113
Jan 15, 2010

awesome prof need him to teach other profs how be a good prof. he can teach anyone.

5.0
2.0
MATH1533
Jan 20, 2010

Best match teacher i've ever had ! Super understanding and more than welcome to help ! Class was VERY entertaining and he made math fun lol ! Wish he taught more math classes ! Highly recommended

5.0
2.0
CALCU2104
Jan 31, 2010

Outstanding professor...explains the material on a level that you can understand. Do your homework because it will help you understand more problems on the test. He expects you to do your homework and it will pay on in the end. Great guy!

5.0
3.0
MATH1513
Apr 12, 2010

Most amazing math teacher ever. Very helpful. Is there to help students succeed, not just get a paycheck. Very funny, and easy going. Love this guy!

5.0
3.0
MATH1513
May 3, 2010

We never used the book. He taught math in a way that I could understand, and made it fun. He is extremely helpful, and gives plenty of examples. If you show up, and take the notes there is no way you can't be successful in his class. He also gives you the choice to take the tests in class or the test center. Best professor I've EVER had.

5.0
2.0
MATH1513
May 9, 2010

This has been the most successful semester of Algebra I've ever had. I used to think I hated math, but this has been my favorite class this semester and he has been my favorite professor.

5.0
2.0
MATH1513
May 17, 2010

Super cool!! I always hated math and always did poorly until his class! He knows how to teach a class and uses all types of examples. If you dont pass than you didn't attempt to. He just wants his students to succeed

5.0
4.0
MATH1513
May 27, 2010

Buckelew is super cool. He watches Lost, drinks beer, and cusses. Need I say more?? All kidding aside, he really knows his stuff and he always put a smile on my face with his funny comments. At first he seems a little crazy, but that is just his personality. He is a good guy and I would recommend him for taking and math class. Cool accent also...

5.0
4.0
MATH2163
Oct 23, 2010

Calculus I. He is my favorite teacher so far. The quizes are easy because they are all open notes/open book/open hw. BUT the tests aren't that bad if you do all the homework.He is a very energetic and funny teacher. He makes learning calculus fun!

5.0
2.0
MATH1513
Nov 6, 2010

By far one of the best (if not the best) teacher I have ever had. He never uses a book, which worried me at first, but he explains things in fun understandable ways. I couldn't ask for a better math teacher. I wish he taught all my math classes!

5.0
2.0
MATH2104
Dec 27, 2010

By far the best professor I have had yet... He is extremely helpful both in and out of class. If you have a chance to have a class with him, go for it! Wish I could have him in Calc II.

5.0
2.0
CALC2214
May 12, 2011

Buckelew is a great professor! If there is something that you don't understand, he helps you understand. Be in class to take notes and do the quizzes. His tests are straightforward. If you do the homework problems that are in the syllabus, then you're set for the test.

5.0
3.0
MATH0203
Jan 10, 2012

BOLLOCKS! Sir Paul is an awesome professor, he really cares about the success of his students!

4.0
4.0
TRIG1613
May 2, 2012

You learn in groups, he sets us up in groups and encourages us to form study groups together and to help each other out.He always answers your questions and emails promptly even on his days off. He is really dedicated to his students and he is hilarious in class, he makes math really fun. He teaches fast so be ready for it.

5.0
1.0
MATH1513
Aug 3, 2012

He is really awesome! He makes class fun!

5.0
1.0
MATH4
Oct 26, 2012

Awesome professor, will have your attention and laughing at the same time. Makes things much easier to understand.

5.0
1.0
CALC0000
Nov 28, 2012

Buckelew is awesome, very good teacher. If you don't attend class or do your homework I suggest someone else since he uses them both to average with your test. Hilarious and awesome!

5.0
3.0
TRIGCALC
Aug 19, 2013

He is AWESOME!!! I had him for an 8wk trig class and calc I and calc III. I did that on purpose. The only reason I didn't take him for calc II was because he doesn't teach during the summer. Come to class do your home work and you will do awesome :) BTW He is hilarious!!

5.0
2.0
MATH1533
Grade: B
Feb 15, 2014

This is the best professor I have came across in my 3 years of college. He is extremely thorough, entertaining, visual, he loves what he does, and he's an excellent teacher. TAKE HIM if you have the chance, for any subject. You won't regret it.

5.0
2.0
MATH1533
Mar 26, 2014

Best professor!! He made the subject easy to understand and told us what we had to do to succeed in class. I really enjoyed this class. DO YOUR HOMEWORK!!!

5.0
3.0
CPMIICPMIII
Grade: A
Jun 15, 2014

He is Fan-diddly-tastic!!! I thoroughly enjoyed his classes! He makes math interesting and fun to learn. Paul truly wants each of his students to succeed. Wish I could have him teach all of my math classes!

4.0
2.0
1513
Grade: A
Nov 24, 2014

My first semester in college and I did great in his class. Real easy as long as you have general knowledge from algebra in high school. Even if you didn't, it's still easy to learn algebra. 2 assignments a week is pretty easy to deal with, especially one's that took me 3 minutes to complete.

5.0
2.0
MATH1513
May 10, 2015

I took his online Algebra class. Apparently I do not do well teaching myself algebra. I went to his office to ask a couple of questions and he taught me everything I needed to know for the test. He sat with me for about an hour each section to help me. He was one of the best professors I've had so far.

5.0
2.0
MATH2413
Grade: A
Oct 30, 2015

He add a quiz at the beginning of every class. That's why class is mandatory. They are very easy because they are just the assigned hw from the night before. He is the type of person who gets you excited about class and what you are learning.

5.0
1.0
CALC2214
Grade: A
May 14, 2016

Want to have a awesome Math professor ? Then take him cause HE IS AWESOME !

5.0
3.0
CALC2214
Grade: A
May 15, 2016

Great teacher! Definitely knows his stuff and he is very entertaining. He explains things well and is happy to help you during office hours if you don't understand something. Take him if you get the chance.

5.0
1.0
MATH2214
Grade: C
May 17, 2016

He is a great teacher. He is very helpful if you go to his office for assistance. Do all your homework and reading quizzes. Have you notebook in great order with everything in it and in order. He offers only partial retake on the test so don't plan on retakes to study for the test. I like that the last test is take home and only worth 5%.

4.0
3.0
MATH2314
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I took him for Calc III because i did not had choice to my first preference. take Charles Nunley. No doubt that he is good at teaching and also all good qualities that a good teacher could have. He makes you do all HW, its worth 5% of overall grade, also online reading Quiz before each class worth same! and terrible quizzes made me end-up getting B

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH2214
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2017
Would take again

Excellent professor. You will need to attend every class because there is a quiz. Great at explaining difficult concepts and making them seem not-so-bad. Definitely recommend.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
MATH2314
Grade: A+
Feb 9, 2017
Would take again

Ahahaha!!! I LOVE this guy! I come to class & just crack up laughing. I've taken Mr. Buckelew for Calculus I-III & I'm sad that he doesn't teach anything higher. I took Calc-I over the summer & MAN was that homework heavy for a summer course! Incredibly worth it though, I would take it again in a heartbeat. Both HW & reading quizzes daily.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
CALC2214
Grade: A
Jul 27, 2017
Would take again

Great Professor!!! Absolutely love this guy. He's from london and has a hilarious accent and tells all kinds of jokes. Makes learning much more fun and enjoyable. Just took him for Calc-2 over the summer and he let us use notes on the test which helped tremendously. Definitely a lot of homework but that is understandable for an 8-week course.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
MATH2104
Grade: B-
Nov 15, 2017
Would take again

Dude moves really fast, but if you can keep up with him he teaches things really clearly and gives great examples. His tests aren't too hard, but you'll definitely need to put some time in to pass his class. If you can get some tests from his past semester they help a lot.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
CALC2104
Dec 8, 2017
Would take again

Great professor, always willing to help. One of the few professors Ive had who does more than just lecture. Hes never afraid to interact with the class, answer questions and give examples plus hes hilarious. Just do ALL of your homework and come to class. Hes lenient if he knows youre putting in a lot of effort. Absolutely amazing professor!!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
MATH1743
Grade: A+
May 14, 2018
Would take again

Prompt responses to emails. Just do the homework and practice questions that he provides before an exam. you will get an easy A. if u cant solve the problem, ask him. He is ready to help always. very nice and kind. i wish all courses for my major were taught by him.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
CALC3
Grade: A+
Jul 20, 2018
Would take again

Im finishing the summer Calc 3 course w/ Buckelew. Online reading quiz due each day before class. Each hw is 5 problems & due 2 days after being given. There is a day before each test for review. Buckelew is hilarious and makes it fun. Come to class, do homework and review problems and you will pass. Review the integration techniques from Calc 2.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
MATH2413
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

Just finish a journey with him, from cal 1 to difq, he's hilarious. Don't skip class since you only make your life more difficult. Come to class and enjoy his section. I'll miss him a lot when i get to university. He's not only a wonderful professor but also a kind person, you'll like him

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MATH2314
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2018
Would take again

I took him for calculus 1, 2, and 3. I did great in all of them. He's hilarious, he's lectures are not heavy and he also makes them interesting. He encourages his students to have a study group, not only for his class but for math/engineering classes in general. He's caring and if you talk to him he will be understanding!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MATH2413
Jan 16, 2019
Would take again

Honestly one of the best professors I've ever had. I've taken his classes from Trig through Calc III and this guy will make you love math. He gives awesome lectures and really cares about his students. Just come to class, DO YOUR HOMEWORK, find a study group, go to the math lab, and make the cheat sheet. Could not recommend him more.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
5.0
MATH2214
Grade: A
Apr 23, 2019
Would take again

Best math prof I have ever had hands down.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Hilarious
3.0
3.0
MATH1533
May 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Teaches very fast. Also crams a lot of assignments, feels overwhelming. Need some prior knowledge of algebra, if you've taken time off would not recommend taking this course.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH1513
Jul 25, 2019
Would take again

Ive taken college algebra twice and this was the last time I was gonna try. (I'm terrible at math) Out of the professors I have had in the past he's been the BEST!!!! Definitely recommend! He makes lectures so fun with his humor and finds different ways to help you learn the material.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
MATH1513
Grade: B+
Jul 29, 2019
Would take again

Awesome

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ALG1513
Grade: A+
Jul 30, 2019
Would take again

Paul is a great professor. This class is basicly a review of highschool alegbra 1 and 2. The third test is by far the hardest test. Once you figure out your graphing calculator this class is not bad. You will have to spend time outside of class to pass this class. If you get 100% on all of your HW the you get 5 points bonus on your test. TAKE HIM!!

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
MATH2314
Grade: C+
Dec 10, 2019
Would take again

Definitely one of the best professors at OCCC! In the beginning, his fast-paced lectures intimidated me, but it made me a better student and I learned to adapt to his teaching style. He cares about his students and believes in second chances.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
1.0
5.0
MATH2163
Feb 16, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Made my life more stressful!

4.0
3.0
MATH2123
Grade: A
May 17, 2020
Would take again

go to class, do your class word with your group, the classwork and HW is related to Exam. but he teaches fo fast!!! so go to his office hour.

5.0
3.0
MATH1483
Grade: A+
May 28, 2020
Would take again

This professor has become my favorite one, so far. He takes math and makes it fun. I haven't had math in over 30 years and I came out with a 97 in his class. I never understood math, until now. He seriously loves teaching and wants nothing more than for you to understand math and pass his class. There isn't anything negative about the man.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
MATH2314
Grade: A
Oct 21, 2020
Would take again

I LOVED taking Calc III with Professor Buckelew. I wish I would've listened to Professor Harrelson and taken him for Calc II. His lectures are fast-paced but if you review your trig and material already covered before class you'll be able to keep up and have a laugh. He is very responsive to emails and wants the best for all his students.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Group projects
5.0
2.0
MATH2104
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2020
Would take again

had him for calc 1. GREAT Professor, very understanding. will actually help you if you struggle. Best professor I have had so far. Easy A.

Accessible outside class
Group projects
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MATH1483
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2020
Would take again

10/10. Would take his class again. I STRUGGLE with math but his lectures were clear and he was ALWAYS available to answer questions. I took it online, during the summer, during COVID so everything, tests, assignments, finals, etc. were all 100% online.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
CALC2214
Grade: A+
Jan 16, 2021
Would take again

It was honestly so wonderful having Paul as my Calc II professor. He was kind, very funny with his puns. He always made time to meet with you if you needed it and would pop into group calls to check up on everyone. He was very understanding and his lectures were very clear. If you didn't understand something he would explain it so you would get it.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH1483
Grade: A
Mar 14, 2021
Would take again

I would definitely take one of his classes again. I really struggle with online classes and tend to get super stressed out, but he really helped keep a calm atmosphere. I liked how he let us move at our own pace, but was always there to answer questions if you had them. His lectures were very thorough and were not boring in any way.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
4.0
2.0
MATH2314
Grade: A
Mar 14, 2021
Would take again

Good, clear lectures. Thoroughly covers topics you have to do homework on and are tested on. Approachable and accessible during office hours. No extra credit and no late assignments allowed. Fast and generous grader. Allows you to use any computational resource so long as YOU are the one doing the work. Felt like I learned a lot, would take again.

Accessible outside class
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
MATH1483
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2021
Would take again

I took it online and watched his prerecorded zoom lectures and they helped a lot. If you need help just ask. He was extremely helpful each time. Since the homework is online, it can get pretty difficult but you can do the questions however many times you need to, to get the grade you want. If you get A's on all the homework you will pass.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
CALC2214
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2021
Would take again

Pretty good professor, you have to show up for the class (zoom) as a part of your grade. The class is made up of just homework, classwork, and tests, so as long as you make 100's on the homework and classwork, you just need to worry about doing the tests. Understanding teacher, bit distracted at times, but good!

Respected
Graded by few things
Caring
5.0
2.0
CALC2214
Grade: A
Nov 18, 2021
Would take again

Teacher Buckelew is the best teacher that I have ever taken at OCCC. His exam, homework, and everything is all related to what he taught. He is also really caring and responds well. If I had the chance, I definitely would take his class again.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
3.0
CALC2214
Grade: A
Jan 11, 2022
Would take again

Professor Buckelew is the best math teacher I've ever had, bar none! He is very good at making the subject matter almost enjoyable by either singing, making pun jokes, or any number of things most professors would never dream of doing. He is always willing to offer assistance if you're stuck. In short, you can't go wrong with this professor!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MATH2214
Grade: A-
Mar 6, 2022
Would take again

Paul Buckelew is the man! I took him for calc1, and just finished calc2 online in 8 weeks. Now I'm super bummed because he isn't teaching calc3 in the next 8.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH2214
Grade: A-
Mar 6, 2022
Would take again

Paul wants you to succeed, and gives you everything you need to do so. I would recommend you do yourself a solid and TAKE THIS PROFESSOR FOR ANY MATH CLASS YOU ARE ABLE TO!!! He's hilarious, and a huge pop culture nerd! I am an older student with a family and a full time career, and I still managed an A.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH2104
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2022
Would take again

LOVED this professor! Calculus can be a difficult subject for anyone, but he was extremely helpful and made the lectures actually enjoyable to watch. Offered to help students outside of usual office hours, very forgiving on grades, and just generally a great teacher! I highly recommend!!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH2214
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2022
Would take again

Great professor! Make sure you attend lectures as there are graded group "classwork"s due after class which are worth 20% of the grade. Also he does pop quizzes during classes (which weren't worth any credit this semester but he said would be in future semesters). Homeworks and tests are pretty easy. Make sure you study for tests and take notes!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
MATH2214
Grade: B
Feb 25, 2023
Would take again

Awesome to work with, very friendly, has lots of office hours. He is always happy to assist with any question. Extremely positive experience.

4.0
3.0
MATH1483
Grade: B+
May 11, 2023
Would take again

Buckelew is a nice guy, I think he means well. However, I would say only about 25% of what I learned came from class time. Most of the time I had to study and teach myself... the majority of my knowledge came from homework.

Lots of homework
2.0
3.0
CAL2
Grade: C-
May 18, 2023

wasn't easy in his class.

Participation matters
Group projects
Lots of homework
2.0
4.0
MATH2214
Oct 2, 2023

Exams are nothing like HW problems

Tough grader
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
CALC2214
Oct 10, 2023

Only take Professor Buckelew in person, His online lectures are just 10 min pre-recorded basic problems and his Zoom classes are just basically 30 min of yapping then into a group to do this week's HW. His exams are extremely hard (his logic is that class is online so exams have to be very hard)with the class average for his exams being around 40%.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH2214
Grade: B
Oct 11, 2023

Exams are stupid hard and that's on purpose, according to him its because it's an online class so he has to make the exams super hard. The exams are nothing like the hws and lectures.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
3.0
4.0
MATH2314
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2023
Would take again

I had Buckelew for both Calc II and III. He publishes lecture vids for you to watch in prior to class. Not helpful and vids are rushed. You will have to go to office hours or watch vids on Youtube. Tests are difficult and harder than the material he publishes as practice. But of all the calculus professors on the market, he is by far the best.

Group projects
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH2314
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2024
Would take again

How the class was set up was you would take notes outside of class and he would do examples during class. All your classwork is done in groups of about 4. The lectures were pretty clear and he had many office hours if you had questions. The tests are pretty hard but as long as you review the classwork and homework you should be good.

Group projects
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
2.0
5.0
1513
Grade: F
May 9, 2024

The way he teaches is extremely difficult.

Test heavy
4.0
3.0
MATH2123
Grade: A+
Jan 5, 2025
Would take again

Great professor! moves fast expects retained knowledge from prior classes. With a good work ethic and outside online tools he is passable. Also office hours are always available and he genuinely wants you to succeed but not without your effort. I worked full time through his class and have a family. Recommend

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
CALC3
Grade: B
Apr 30, 2025
Would take again

He is nice and wants you to succeed. The exams are tough so go to lectures and do the homework the exam questions are from it and classwork work. Lots of office hours and he encourages students to ask questions. Take really good notes most of the learning is done at home with the homework. Very test heavy, had like 8 exams,.Took 4 of his classes.

Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
CAL2
Grade: C
Jul 21, 2025
Would take again

very good professor, he says what types of problems are going to be on the exams. There is group classwork and quizzes are often. If you do your homework you will pass the class. Attendance Is mandatory. funny guy and likes teaching

Participation matters
Group projects
Lots of homework
5.0
1.0
CAL2
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2025
Would take again

Buckelew is a great professor. Funny guy and I found his lectures/notes to be excellent. He really does give you everything you need to pass the class. Calc II can be a tough subject but he is able to make up for that.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

72%

Textbook Required

67%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 47 grades
Most common grades:
A (23)
A+ (8)
B (5)
Grade Distribution
A(31)B(6)C(4)D(0)F(1)A-/B+(5)
Based on 47 reported grades
A: 23
A+: 8
B: 5
A-: 3
Common Tags
Accessible outside class (15)
Hilarious (14)
Participation matters (13)
Caring (10)
Gives good feedback (9)
Respected (8)
Lots of homework (8)
Skip class? You won't pass. (7)
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.40 avg change
Jan
May
Jan
Apr
Jul
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

1503

5.0

(1)

22032103

5.0

(1)

MATH

5.0

(3)

CALC2103

5.0

(1)

CALC

5.0

(1)
+37 more courses
Difficulty by Course

MATH2163

4.5

CALCULUSI

4.0

MATH2103

4.0

TRIG1613

4.0

1513

3.5

Similar Professors