2.9

Rachel Wright

Mathematics - University of Oklahoma

2.9
Quality
4.0
Difficulty
50%
Would Retake
110
Reviews
2.9
Quality
4.0
Difficulty
2.9
Helpful
2.9
Clarity

50%

Would Retake

110

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What Students Say

DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS

MATH1914 - 1.0 rating

Do not take this class

MATH1643 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

72%

Textbook Required

7%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 90 reported grades
A: 18
B+: 17
B: 11
C: 9
Common Tags
Lots of homework (61)
Test heavy (36)
Tough grader (35)
Participation matters (25)
Skip class? You won't pass. (19)
Caring (12)
Lecture heavy (12)
Gives good feedback (11)
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Reviews (110)
2.0
5.0
MATH1743
Apr 4, 2011

noooooooo!

2.0
4.0
MATH17
Apr 4, 2011

If you can opt out of her class do it NOW! If you are looking for a teacher who offers no help unless she feels like it, grades unbelievably strict, and talks to her students disrespectfully then this is your teacher! If you are looking for a helpful teacher, do not take her class. Difficult to do well on the homework with her grading style. RUN

2.0
5.0
MATHBUIS
May 2, 2011

This teacher sucks. End of story

4.0
3.0
MATH1643
Sep 12, 2012

I LOVE Wright! She may not be the easiest teacher but she prepares you for the higher level classes. LOTS of in class examples. There is a ton of homeowrk but the homework questions are the test and quiz questions. She does not take the homework up but do it! She tells you what her office hours are every class period. She is a WONDERFUL teacher!!

4.0
4.0
CALC1643
Oct 24, 2012

She isn't a horrible teacher. She can be fun and social if you warm up to her. She doesn't allow electronics. period. She does teach the material well. Homework is given but not mandatory. Bottom line: She's strict, but she teaches the material well and appears to want to help you learn.

3.0
3.0
MATH1643
Mar 27, 2013

She is not the nicest profesor but gives very helpful review sheets for the test and works out all of the problems for you. Attendance is very important. She doesnt grade homework but it does help to better understand the information.

3.0
4.0
1743
Sep 16, 2014

Not clear confusing grading rude to students.

5.0
3.0
MATH1743
Grade: A
Nov 4, 2015

She is so helpful and clear about what she is expecting. For someone that isn't a math person, she is great. She explains everything in such detail and goes over multiple examples per class. Yes, you will have to try but its college so... TAKE HER!!!

4.0
3.0
MATH2433
Grade: A
Nov 2, 2016
Would take again

Her explanation is understandable. She keeps up with time. She is professional. She gives detailed lecture.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
MATH2433
Grade: B+
Nov 23, 2016
Would take again

She gives you a chance to work for the tests. If you visit her in the office, she really helps you and explains so well. She gives a lot of examples in class. Keeps up with time and attending class is very mandatory. I really like her and would definitely take her for any other class. She also makes you work for your grade, she grades fairly.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
4.0
MATH2433
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Awesome teacher for calc3. Her tests aren't too bad if you attend class and actually learn it. She doesn't curve tests, but she does make accommodations if the class did bad a specific section on the test. Must go to class because the examples in class are very detailed and are necessary to understand to do well on tests.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
4.0
4.0
MATH1503
Nov 18, 2017
Would take again

not the easiest class, but she is very nice and knows what she is talking about. always willing to help you if needed outside of class.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
4.0
3.0
MATH1643
Grade: A+
Jan 25, 2018
Would take again

She's a really good teacher. I understood everything clearly and had help whenever I needed it. There are a lot of homework assignments but they are just like the quizzes so it's very beneficial.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
1.0
3.0
MATH1643
Grade: B+
Apr 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Overall she sucks. Pretty simple she is not a good math teacher, she spends her entire time showing you what not to do instead of what to do. I have never rated one of my professors but i wanted to get on here and safe people the trouble. Do not take this class.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
MATH1503
Grade: B-
May 4, 2018
Would take again

College algebra in of itself is very difficult but if you dedicate yourself and use all your resources, you can definitely make it in this class. Attendance isn't mandatory but it is HIGHLY encouraged, if you miss a day, you'll fall behind a lesson or two and that's never good in algebra because it builds upon past lessons.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
2.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: B-
Dec 9, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If you don't already have a prior understanding of calculus, don't take her class. It always felt like she was teaching because she never wanted to give up being a math student, not because she really wanted to teach. She explains things like she's reviewing the basic concepts of calculus for those who already understand. Very frustrating semester.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
MATH2423
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Wright is an amazing professor. She is so nice and cares about her students. She is one of the best math teachers I have ever had, if not the best. She goes over every chapter and every concept in depth and answers any questions students have. Dr. Wirght is also really good at reading her class and knowing when they seem confused.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
4.0
MATH1643
Grade: B+
Jan 13, 2019
Would take again

Great math instructor. I normally struggle with the topic but professor Wright was able to easily explain rather complex concepts in a way that I understood.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: C
Jan 17, 2019
Would take again

If you've never taken a Calculus class before, maybe don't take 1914 and especially don't take Wright's class. She's an awesome teacher, but some days are hit or miss on the lecture side. Sometimes it's a good lecture/activity and sometimes it's really hard to follow along. She helps a bunch if you ask her questions and go out of your way to learn.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
5.0
MATH2924
Grade: C
Feb 28, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Doing every homework assignment will be your best friend, even though its only 5% of the grade, because all the test questions come from the homework. She takes off points for small mistakes but she does try to give you credit for thoroughly attempting the problem. Her lectures are very thorough, and not as fast paced as other professors are

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MATH2423
Apr 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She assigns a lot of homework then grades based on completion, so you never get feedback on your work. Midterms and the final are worth almost all of your grade, but her grading system is confusing and strict. Classroom time usually consists of lectures and group work. There is almost never time for questions or clarification

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Graded by few things
4.0
3.0
MATH2924
Apr 23, 2019
Would take again

The discussion is just another lecture. The homework assignments are pretty average and she gives suggested problems that you can do on your own for extra practice. Attendance is pretty much required because there are random clicker questions in class that are taken for a grade. Overall I felt that she was able to teach me what I needed to know.

Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
MATH1823
May 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Every aspect of Dr. Wright's class was difficult. Her tests were far more difficult than any other Calculus section even though the courses were the same level. On top of this she is one of the strictest graders I've ever experienced, the slightest mistakes can result in major loss of credit. Personally, I'd avoid her if at all possible.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
MATH1823
Grade: B+
May 14, 2019
Wouldn't take again

do not take her! this class was made way harder than it needed to be (especially compared to other professors teaching the same class)! no drops, curves, or EC and lots of long homeworks that counts for a mere 5% of your grade and you receive no feedback on (even though she preaches HW problems to study). tests are graded harshly and subjectively

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MATH2924
Grade: B+
May 17, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Wright is the best math teacher I've ever had. She never asks you to do anything far off from what is taught in class. She is very well prepared for class and is very fair in grading. The key to getting a good grade is to practice the problems she gives you so you can recognize them, because they will show back up on tests.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
1.0
4.0
MATH1823
Grade: F
Aug 20, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Do not take her unless you want to teach yourself, I was already let down by my teacher prior but this was on another level of disappointment. Tests were nothing like the material taught to us. I would spend literally hours studying just to go in and see completely different material, and she has clickers which can only hurt your grade never help.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
3.0
3.0
MATH2423
Grade: A
Aug 30, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Wright was difficult for me to get used to. She used clicker questions as teaching tools, purposely trying to trick us so she could explain a concept by showing us why we were wrong. That would be fine, but she still graded us on the clicker questions, so it affected my grade. Otherwise, she was fine. Not the worst math teacher but not the best

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
3.0
4.0
MATH1743
Grade: C
Sep 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Calc 2 is harder than Calc 1/3/4. If you take Calc 2, then you're going to have a bad time. Unless you're particularly smart, Calc 2 is going to be incredibly rigorous. Especially with Rachel Wright. She assigns more homework than any professor I've had in the past but it's mostly textbook example problems.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Must show up to pass, emailed for help and never recieved any

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
CALC2
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 6, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Had about 60 problems due each week. Emphasized doing ALL the homework (submit & do not submit) in order to do well on the tests. Very harsh grader, wants every answer correct with perfect steps. Class wasn't doing well and she wouldn't consider a curve. DO NOT take her whatsoever.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: D+
Nov 19, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Assigns a ton of homework from the textbook, and only covers easy questions in class. Prepare to visit the math help center.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
MATH1914
Dec 5, 2019
Wouldn't take again

If you've taken AP Calc in the past, be prepared to re-learn your stuff, because if you don't do it her way, you don't get credit. She is a good teacher, but she only goes over the easy things. When you get to the test, some questions are like the homework questions on drugs. I've gotten Cs on every test even with having gotten an A in AP Calc

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2019
Wouldn't take again

The only reason I did somewhat well/ passed this class was from what I learned in AP calc in high school and my wonderful TA. If you have her, and don't like your TA or think he/she is helpful, don't waste your time and go ahead and drop. Do not take this unless you took some form of AP calc before hand (AB/BC).

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Her lectures are un-engaging and not well organized. She provided little to no notes & only does examples that are not similar to what you will see on the test. Her lectures are copied & pasted straight from the textbook & homework is never checked, i never knew if i was right. She also uses clickers, so u can't skip & asks questions to trick you

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH2423
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 16, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Rachel Wright was one of the worst professors at OU going to office hours wasn't very useful and she wouldn't review any problems for our overly complicated exams. Other 2 math sections curved their grades and she provided no curve and extra credit was nonexistent. First exam average was a 55 and it only got worse later on. Do not take her class

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MATH1823
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I never realized how bad she was until I took other calc classes. She is the worst professor I've had. She did not give feedback until the test and then expected you to do the math her way. She was not organized in her lectures and was confusing. The content was not very hard, but looking back at it, she made it unnecessarily difficult.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: B+
Jan 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I didn't personally enjoy the way she explained some concepts. She makes it harder than it actually is. You learn more from your homework typically. She is a tough grader in terms of exams, but she is considerate whenever you need help. Just do the homework and the practice problems on the exam information she gives you but good luck.

Lots of homework
Graded by few things
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MATH1823
Grade: F
Jan 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Took her class in my previous semester and failed, not entirely her fault. Taking her class again this semester and shes doubled the homework and her attitude has become more sour than month old milk left in the sun.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
MATH2924
Apr 29, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Wright is a really good professor. Her lectures go through the topics in an understandable order and she listens to all the questions you have during class and makes sure you understand. She is very nice when talked to 1 on 1 too. Her office hours are useful. The grade is based on many things but there is a lot of homework every week.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
MATH2423
Grade: A-
May 5, 2020
Would take again

Calc 2 is a beast, however Rachel Wright really tries to explain it. She was previously a tutor, so she knows how to explain problems differently, which a lot of math profs at OU don't know how to do! She is also super friendly and accommodating, you just have to try. Tests are very difficult I will say, go over the homework and in class examples!!

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH2423
Grade: A
May 12, 2020
Would take again

When lecturing she is sure to ask if anyone has questions. Is willing to help in office hours and during class. She grades giving partial credit. Gives examples and lets you work them out in groups, then works them out in class. Our class was set up in groups of 4. Have webwork each week along with homework.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH2423
Grade: A-
Jun 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Awful. Truly just awful. The experiences I had with other math professors at OU were far from great, however considering she is the head of the math department I thought she would be better. Wrong. She truly does not care about your grade. You can do all the work she assigns and still be left with a bad grade because the tests are designed to fail.

Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
MATH2423
Grade: B+
Jul 6, 2020
Would take again

Rachel Wright is a tough grader, but ultimately if you put the work in you will be successful in her course. I did extremely bad on the first two exams, studied extremely hard for the rest and went from a D to a high B. Just do the practice questions she post for exams and you will do well! Not an easy A, but truly a great professor who cares.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
4.0
MATH2924
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2020
Would take again

Don't believe the other reviews-I had Dr. Wright twice and she is truly a gem within a terrible department. Her lectures are the best part: clear, thorough, and easy to follow. She will work with you and answer your questions if you ask! Don't get me wrong, calculus is HARD no matter what, but compared to your other options, she is the best!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I really just used my knowledge from high school to get me through this class. I can't really imagine going into this class without any prior information and passing without any help from a tutor. But I was online so it could be that.

Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: B
Dec 8, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Cancels office hours for random reasons. Does not explain everything and leaves students confused. Gives way too much homework that is a lot harder than the tests and doesn't take the time to explain it. Teaches stuff the day before the test. Gives test review guides and doesn't give the answers for them to check. Can not go back on tests.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Wright does give hard homework and she does indeed have tough reviews with no answer sheet given. But if you are ever in need of help on anything, including the hw or the reviews, you can go to her during office hours and she is more than happy to help you. She really cares about you as a student and about the subject she teaches.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
2.0
4.0
MATH1914
Dec 15, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I took calc my senior year of highschool and I cant imagine going into this class with no background knowledge. There were many concepts that she made you learn on your own with very little guidance and makes the exam time shorter than the regular class period time. She also cancelled office hours many times this semester.

Lots of homework
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
MATH1914
Dec 15, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I cant imagine going into this class without prior background. Sometimes made concepts harder to understand than they needed to be. Online tests made it to where you couldnt go back and check answers. A lot of mandatory homework problems. Review keys did not exist, so you dont know if you were doing anything right in preparation for tests.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: B+
Jan 17, 2021
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS. She overcomplicates material and leaves one feeling even more confused after answering a question. Went to office hours for help, which were frequently canceled, and sat on zoom call for 20 mins before she came back to her laptop. So many homework questions that never help for tests and you have to teach yourself. DO NOT TAKE

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
3.0
MATH1914
Grade: B+
Jan 20, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She uses TopHat and grades it, so you have to go to class. It actually helps your grade because you only get .1 points off if you answer incorrectly. Her office hours are at 8 am and she basically always cancels them.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
MATH1643
Grade: Incomplete
Sep 23, 2021
Would take again

best professor ever!

Lots of homework
Inspirational
Lecture heavy
1.0
3.0
MATH1843
Grade: F
Oct 31, 2021
Wouldn't take again

During the spring of 2020 this professor decided to accuse me of cheating and the university said there was not much I could do about it. She was rude and ignorant the whole semester and I am still having to retake math outside the university because of how god awful the math program is here. Rachel does not care about her students.

1.0
3.0
MATH1643
Grade: B+
Oct 31, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This professor will say "there are no dumb questions" but when you ask a question she gets frustrated with you and embarrasses you in front of the whole class. Stay away at all costs.

1.0
5.0
MATH2423
Dec 13, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Worst teacher ever. Dropped everyone's grade 6-15% the day before the final. Then says she doesn't know why. So who knows?! Also, she does not respond to emails 98% of the time. Her canvas showed a deceiving grade the whole semester until the day before and letter grades dropped. She makes the material way harder than it is. awful! DO NOT TAKE!

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MATH2423
Grade: B-
Dec 13, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Absolutely the worst math professor OU has. DO NOT TAKE HER. Homework problems and test questions are extremely difficult compared to the example problems she teaches us in class. Has no passion or love for her students. Math department at OU sucks in general, but I never thought it could be this god-awful.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH2423
Grade: B+
Dec 21, 2021
Wouldn't take again

she is a good teacher, but if grades matter to you don't get her. she is really though grader and almost no one gets an A. I never missed an assignment and did well, passed by B 88.98%

1.0
5.0
MATH2423
Grade: D
Jan 17, 2022
Wouldn't take again

If you like a test graded class this is for you 70% of your grade is based on her tests which you are lucky to understand half of the questions because the examples on the homework and in class are nothing like the exam. She also does not believing in rounding up your grade if you are close. She is a nice person but is not a good teacher.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
MATH2423
Mar 30, 2022

Avoid at all costs. She frequently overcomplicates things and doesn't give us any sort of study guides for tests. She is pretty salty and seems to take personal offense to anything. Not a great lecture, goes extremely fast and often class lectures are not like the tests. Avoid.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: B
Apr 6, 2022

Test is worth 70% of the class so it's basically the only thing that matters. It's an extremely unforgiving class and takes lots of study times to even do decent. That being said she explains everything fairly well, but it's still a very difficult class so I can't recommend it.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
MATH2423
Grade: C
Apr 27, 2022

Not very helpful and moves super fast.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH2924
Grade: B+
Apr 29, 2022

Rachel Wright is awful. Everything she did complicated easy material, and I was more confused after she answered questions. She reviews the easy examples and assigns 20+ problems no one has ever seen for homework. The tests are 70% of the grade, other assignments have no impact. She gives no points if you solve a problem not using her way. AVOID

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
MATH2924
Grade: B
May 10, 2022

Terrible teacher for calc 2 she overcomplicates everything. He exams are worth 70% so her homework and other grades barely matter to your accumulative grade. She tests you over how much you have memorized and perfected rather than if you understand the material. Every student that didn't take her was not MISERABLE. I hope you don't have to take her

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
MATH2423
Grade: B
May 14, 2022
Would take again

Professors Wright's online version of CalcII was managable. Just show up, pay attention, and ask questions. She seems genuinely there to help if you ask. Otherwise, you will flop this course. Just a matter of your own participation.

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
MATH2423
Grade: B+
May 15, 2022
Would take again

Fairness will be guaranteed by her. It's not easy, but if we put the effort into this class, the results are worth it in the end.

Amazing lectures
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
CALC2
Grade: B
Aug 18, 2022
Would take again

Not the best professor on campus, but far from the worst. There is a lot of homework, but it is somewhat manageable. Go to class and pay attention, and you should be ok. If you don't understand something or are struggling, GO TO OFFICE HOURS. Office hours genuinely helped me once I started going. Tests are hard, but graded fairly + partial credit.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH2423
Grade: C-
Sep 12, 2022
Would take again

She helped me through Calc 2 when my previous professor did not. Taking notes in class is highly recommended, as well as going to office hours. She would work through the material with you, both in class with the examples and with the homework problems you were stuck on in office hours.

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH2433
Grade: Incomplete
Nov 16, 2022

This persons class is not one you should take if you value your grade. The online class especially There is no feedback in the class. there is no way for us to get any sort of step by step solutions in the class beyond going to the incredibly understaffed math center; which most of the tutors there can't help with certain homework problems.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Graded by few things
2.0
5.0
MATH2423
Dec 1, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Wright is very kind, but she is a lazy professor. She does not post review keys, does not give feed back on exams or homework, and often complains about having to grade assignments. If you dont have previous knowledge of integral calculus, dont take her section.

Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: A-
Dec 2, 2022

She gives a lot of homework, the tests are at night and more difficult than Calc 1 needs to be. Her lectures are very boring and she is quick to anger. Please avoid taking any of her classes.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
MATH1823
Grade: C
Dec 9, 2022

Dr. Wright cancels office hours all the time. Her lecture notes are not nearly as difficult as the test is. She is a poor teacher/ lecturer that judges you if you do not know the answer, even if you blank. You'll have tot reteach yourself all of the content if you want to pass. Don't do it man.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
4.0
2.0
MATH1823
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2022
Would take again

There are about one or two assignments per week, and you definitely should be working on them as she is teaching. Personally, I showed up to half of the classes and just taught myself the class using her resources, but when I did actually show up she seemed to teach well and in-depth. Wonky final grades though: an 88 can be an A but a 92 can be a B

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
4.0
4.0
MATH2924
Grade: C
Apr 26, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Wright herself is amazing. She explains things in-depth and really well. Provides multiple examples (on notes and tophat). Despite Dr. Wright being an excellent professor, MATH 2924 was hard: barely passed and know many people who failed and dropped. GO TO CLASS & ACTIVELY LEARN DO THE HOMEWORKS ( A lot of homework & their long) ASK FOR HELP

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
3.0
5.0
MATH2924
Grade: C-
May 1, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Wright is nice and was always helpful and eager to help out with any questions both in class and in office hours. There is a LOT of memorization for the tests and quizzes. The tests were pretty hard and weight are about 72% of your grade however she offers one retake test the week before finals week. sometimes she will overexplain a problem.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
2.0
5.0
MATH2924
Grade: D
May 2, 2023

The class took up too much time. I spent 20+ hours a week on the homeworks alone. The tests were moderately difficult, but you would lose credit very easily for minor mistakes. Her lectures weren't my thing, so I went to a different calc professor's class. Calc 2 is a hard class, but she made it more difficult than necessary. I don't recommend her.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
5.0
MATH2924
Grade: A
May 17, 2023
Would take again

Very nice and was available during most office hours to explain hw or past exam questions. This class is not an easy A or an easy pass at all, and expect 2-3 WebAssign hw worth over a hundred points every week. Study the week before for exams and don't fall behind expecting to catch up because there's too many hw questions to try to cram!

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
MATH1914
Nov 2, 2023

There are several problems that I have with Dr. Wright. She gives very little extra credit opportunities, she doesn't have test corrections or curves and her exams are weighted very heavily. She is a very tough, conservative grader and it makes the class average very low. Way too many homework questions. Don't be part of her class.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH2924
Grade: A+
Nov 16, 2023
Would take again

She is an amazing professor. She teaches the content very well, she has office hours to make sure you understand the content, and I would highly recommend her. Don't complain about how there's too much homework in her class, because you're the one who signed up for calculus. There will be a lot of homework not matter who your professor is.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
5.0
MATH1914
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Wright is a good professor. She excels at teaching the complicated concepts of calculus and offers many online resources along with her lectures. However, there are times when she focuses on topics too long. For Calc 1, the grading is the same across the board. Calculus is a hard course, but Dr. Wright attempts to make it as easy as possible.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Wright does a great job teaching the difficult subject of Calculus. The Homework Questions are harder than the tests, so you will be prepared when the tests come. Since the tests are weighted so heavily, you need to do well on them. Dr. Wright is easily the best teacher for this course at OU, I highly recommend her.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
MATH1823
Grade: B
Jan 19, 2024
Would take again

This class requires a lot of studying. The concepts are not difficult, but you have to use your brain. Dr. Wright, compared to other professors, is very good at teaching the concepts. I spent every week going to office hours to do homework and study for exams. Homework and study guides are much harder to help with making exams easier.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
MATH1823
Grade: A+
Jan 26, 2024
Would take again

While this class is difficult, Professor Wright knows what she is doing. Even when there was a lengthy assignment or difficult work, I never felt like I didn't know how to do something. While she is a tough grader and doesn't give extra credit, she was always helpful, and I know she wanted us to succeed.

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
MATH1914
Grade: A
Jan 30, 2024
Would take again

I love Dr. Wright, my math queen. At first, you may be intimidated by her because she gets pretty serious and expects a lot from you on the exams. However, you will realize that her teaching style is AMAZING and goes very in-depth. Her lectures/classes are like youtube videos IRL! Dr. Wright really cares for her students and wants them to succeed.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH2924
Grade: A
Feb 10, 2024
Would take again

I have really enjoyed having Dr. Wright as a professor. She is really good at explaining how the math works and goes through many clear examples to ensure that we grasp concepts. I can tell that she really cares about her students succeeding in math. She does expect a lot of her students, but it is only for your own benefit.

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
MATH2924
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 24, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Wright is probably one of the best math teachers/professors I have ever had. She has really good lectures, well made notes, and she cares a lot about her students. She does have high expectations and the tests are pretty difficult. Staying ahead on your homework will help you a lot for the tests. know your material, she's a tough grader.

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
MATH1823
Grade: B+
May 4, 2024
Would take again

While this course is hard, don't let the reviews fool you. She is very sweet/talks slowly. There are alot of opportunities to ask questions and never makes you feel bad for not getting it. I am taking her again for Calc II and am actually excited. If you show up and study hard (and take advantage of posted resources) you will most likely do well.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
MATH1823
Grade: C+
May 7, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Wright is an amazing teacher. She holds office hours pretty regularly and is so helpful if you go. Her lectures are great. The class is very test heavy not just her. Tests end up being 70% of your grade including the finals but she does help sessions and on the day of the exams she does review all class. She wants her students to do good.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
3.0
4.0
MATH1914
Grade: C
May 8, 2024
Would take again

Pretty average for an OU math professor. Lots of work that is very annoying to do, but is definitely not the worst by far. She explains things decently well and is available if you need extra help. If you take her just be ready to put in the work.

Lots of homework
4.0
5.0
MATH2924
Grade: B
May 9, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Wright is a tough teacher who cares a lot about her students. She's always very encouraging and supportive no matter the situation and is someone you can easily talk to. There are very few extra credit opportunities BUT she does allow one exam retake, which is pretty valuable for dead week. when compared to other professors, she's the best pick

Participation matters
Caring
Respected
3.0
3.0
MATH1823
Grade: B+
May 9, 2024
Would take again

Be prepared to work. If you put in the work, you get a deserved grade. It's challenging. She tries to do the tough guy act beginning of the semester but she is actually very nice and understanding. She provided a lot of resources when I needed help with a personal matter and was super accommodating. Give her the benefit of the doubt.

Lots of homework
Caring
Accessible outside class
4.0
4.0
MATH2924
Grade: B+
May 10, 2024
Would take again

Calc 2 is a hard class If you want an A or a B, you must work and study hard in Dr. Wright's class. Most of your grade will consist of 3 exams, with 1 retake opportunity at the end of the year. Her slides and lectures are very thorough, and she is always willing to discuss with/answer questions. The grade may be hard but not unreasonable.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
MATH1823
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 19, 2024

She's fine at teaching the material. But she gives constant passive aggressive remarks towards the class if people are making mistakes. Not towards specific people- but if people are having issues with a particular problem, expect to hear negative non-constructive commentary. However, this was in fall 2022, so she may have improved since then.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH1914
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 1, 2024

2024-- The homework she gives out is extremely long and takes a couple of hours to complete. zero opportunities for extra credit. I withdrew. its not worth it. Duel enroll with OCCC and take the class there I made an A in calc 1 at OCCC and withdrew from OU with a 43%...the Math department at OU is bad and she doesnt help

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
4.0
3.0
MATH1503
Grade: B+
Nov 15, 2024
Would take again

Not a bad professor. She is very clear with what she teaches, and is very accessible outside class. The course was just hard for me, and there is homework every week.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
4.0
2.0
MATH1503
Grade: C+
Dec 2, 2024
Would take again

She's a great person and teacher and is always willing to help you outside of class but she goes from start to finish every class and she doesn't give any days off she WILL find a sub.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
2.0
4.0
MATH1503
Grade: C
Dec 2, 2024

Dr Wright was a difficult professor. Lots and LOTS of homework and the lecture style wasn't ideal for me personally. The tests and quizzes are CRUCIAL for your grade. She is very helpful when it comes to office hours though and will help you if you are not understanding. She can be kind but also kind of passive aggressive in a way.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH1823
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2024

AVOID. She is awful. She coordinates all of Calc 1 and has turned it into a disaster. She expects you to memorize everything (literally). Study guides are 10 pages long while you're only tested on half of the content. Even on the final exam, you get nothing. Save yourself time and stress, take it at OCCC.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH2423
Grade: C+
Dec 6, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Wright is a very good professor for the school compared to others. She does spend a lot of time going on about the topic and has never made a student feel stupid for asking questions. She does curve the Calc 2 exams. Compared to my Calc 1 professor -- I would take Wright again.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
MATH1823
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 9, 2024

She is the head coordinator of calc 1 and it is a stressful disaster. She is good at math and explaining it but the way the class is structured is not good at all. Homework is not good for building math skills. Goes from a couple of easy probs into very difficult ones that are not on exams. More math dep. fault

Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH1843
Grade: C
Dec 12, 2024

If you're taking any calculus courses at OU, please just don't enroll in it and take it at OCCC. Exams are 70% of your grade and the reviews are pages and pages long (you better hope you studied the right material). EVERYTHING is memorization based with no formula sheet or personal cheat sheets being allowed. She ruined OU calculus as a whole.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
5.0
MATH1503
Grade: B-
Jan 24, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Wright was always very kind to me and I never saw her be rude to any students in class unless she caught them cheating. Good lectures, but brutal tests. The study guides were mostly fluff that doesn't appear on the test. This freshman level course was harder than it needed to be. Just tell people what is on the test.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH2924
Grade: B
Feb 28, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Wright's Calc 2 class is challenging, but engaging. Her thorough lectures and willingness to help make a difference. With diligent studying and utilizing resources like Unstuckstudy, the material can be mastered. The workload is high, but the opportunity to retake exams is valuable.

2.0
3.0
MATH1503
Grade: A
Mar 25, 2025

Barely got an A. I personally didn't learn well with her teaching style. I heard she was kind during office hours, but I never went.

5.0
4.0
MATH1823
Grade: A+
May 9, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Wright teaches a challenging course. The difficulty of any type of calculus is a given when taking a class with her, but she showed up in every possible way for her students. It is clear that she cares about what she does, and she represents one of OU Math's best! She was always organized and taught calculus in a clear and concise manner to us!

Lots of homework
Caring
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
MATH1823
Grade: B
Jul 28, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Wright is a very understanding professor. Communicate effectively with what you don't understand, she will try and help you the best way she can. The course content can be challenging, but I found she attempts to teach it multiple different ways with many examples, making it easier for people to understand. (Took spring 2025)

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH1503
Grade: C+
Oct 17, 2025

Difficult class, not many examples done in class to help.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
MATH2924
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Wright was amazing! Thorough explanations throughout lectures, but could sometimes tend to over explain. Exams were tough but review problems were given to help prepare. One exam retake at the end of the semester. Always welcoming and available in office hours. It's Calc 2 on a fast track, so it's going to be tough but she made it very doable!

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
MATH2423
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

Calc 2 is a hard class. But I think Dr. Wright is a great teacher. Her lectures were very helpful, and you could tell she wanted her students to succeed. She would explain things in a couple of ways to really lock in the topics, which I found helpful. Overall, I would definitely take her again!

5.0
5.0
MATH-1523
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2025
Would take again

Professor Wright is the best math professor you can take at OU. The class itself is incredibly difficult, but she does a great job explaining things and going over examples. If you want a good grade, you are going to have to put the effort and the hours in. I spent a lot of time studying, learning, and watching YouTube videos outside of class.

Participation matters
Test heavy
Online Savvy
4.0
4.0
MATH-1523
Grade: B-
Dec 25, 2025
Would take again

Great teacher, lectures are usually helpful, but exams are terribly hard. Thats mostly the math department's fault in my eyes but the reviews are not the greatest. Overall a good teacher but class is just hard.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
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