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“Also, one of the best math teachers I have ever had”
MATH010 - 4.0 rating“I totally hate math but when I was looking for the right instructor, I am so happy that I choose Rebecca Hiller”
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Reviews (91)
I'm no good at math, but from what I can tell, other students in my class had an easy time with her. She's new , sweet and I think she's a great teacher. She lacks discipline but does her best to teach the material to her students. Occasionally difficult tests, the online homework SUCKS. I recommend taking her though, class lectures aren't too bad
I loved having Ms. Hiller last semester! She makes math super clear and easy, taking everything step by step. MyMathLab (the program she uses for homework) is terrible, I hated it, but overall the actual class was great. She doesn't have much control over students and it gets distracting, but she is super nice and helpful, I would take her again!
Very helpful WVC instructor. I had her for Statistics and would definitely recommend her to all. She explains everything thoroughly and is always open to questions. Only 3 tests during the semester, all of which we were able to use a full sheet of paper for notes. All of the homework is online and she gives you a full week to complete it. Great!
She is a teacher who greatly cares for her students. All she wants is for you to succeed. Her classes are easy to follow, and she makes an effort to explain everything clearly. She is an amazing teacher I would gladly take classes from again whenever I could.
Easy class, even though I am not too good with math. She does explains everything step by step so you won't get confused. However, always ask and she will answer clearly. You have to participate in class and do your work. There are quizzes per week and a test every chapter. It's easy, but you have to do your part. Great instructor!
very straightforward class, clear criteria, easy homework, lots of reviews for tests. There are a lot of quizzes, but these help prepare for the tests and are not hard. Very nice (almost too nice) and easy if you pay attention. would take again.
Best teacher I've ever had- inspired me to change my major to a math concentrated major. Very clear on when things are due and is always willing to help. Do yourself a favor would ya, and take Hiller.
Hiller is, by far, the best Math teacher at West Valley! She reviews before every test and also offers after-class review sessions. She is very patient and is always willing to take time to explain if you aren't getting it. She is fun, spunky and always in a good mood. I am not a math major but Hiller has made me enjoy calculus! Taker Her!!!!!!
Hiller is so great! Math has its difficulties but she made it fun and easy to understand. If you have a hard time understand math, I would take her because she makes it easy for those students that feel uncomfortable when it comes to learning new material. GREAT TEACHER, you won't regret it!!!!
She is a great professor. would recommend!
I'm rating professor Hiller even though I didn't get my grade yet. I got a knowledge and I don't care about my grade.I think she is one of the best Stats professor. Despite my poor English I was able to explain me everything. She is kind and really helpful.
She is an amazing teacher! She did an extra review before each test. take her you wont regret it!
Awesome teacher who really cares.
She's the best math teacher I've ever had. I usually find math really boring and don't do well, but with Hiller I found myself excited to come to class. She genuinely cares about how her students are doing and whether or not they are learning. She always gives reviews before tests, and never gives more tests or homework than is necessary.
I am not a math person at all. I took stats because I had to, and I am really thankful that I took this class with Hiller. She is clear, and a greatfun teacher. The class actually made sense.
Professor Hiller is absolutely PHENOMENAL! I took her for Applied Calculus last semester and she is one of the best math teachers I have ever had. She makes math relatable and makes sure students are on the same page. Her lectures are great and she holds a study session before every test. VISIT HER OFFICE HOURS, she is very helpful and supportive!!
She is a new teacher but really knows her stuff. Is there in class to help you out if you need it, also has great office hours and welcomes drop in's. I liked each class, she kept it fun though out the class and the semester. She is helpful t does not slow down the class. Responded to E-mail fast and uses My Math Lab.
Amazing math professor! Extremely clear, enthusiastic, and helpful throughout the entire semester. As long as you follow along in the notes and do the study guides before each test you'll do fine! You can use one page paper of notes for each test and she prints notes for each chapter for you to follow along in class, highly recommend
Amazing teacher. Had her for stats math 10 in the fall of 2014. Eager to help students succeed . taking a similar stats class at a 4 year university currently and finding it much more difficult even though its similar material. Actually looked forward to showing up to Rebecca's class
Prof. Hiller is the best teacher I've ever had for anything - ever! She made me love math. She's extraordinary! She goes above and beyond to make sure her students understand the material, and is completely patient and helpful with those who don't. I will absolutely be finding a class of hers to take again. Just show up to class and pay attention!
Best math teacher I have ever had. For the first time in my life, I understand the material, I feel math literate. Excellent pace, would always pause to clarify questions, consistently reassured students that their questions were valid and would give alternative follow up information the next day if the question was particularly interesting.
Professor Hiller has made Math a fun subject for me. Prior to meeting Hiller, I was forced to undertake math courses with teachers who barely spoke English and did not have an approachable personality. Thankfully, I came to WVC and found her or else I would be stuck! I feel math literate and I would HIGHLY suggest her course to anyone struggling.
Pretty much takes your notes for you. Guides you thru each chapter. Very nice teacher, and always willing to give extra help. Would take her for every math class if i could.
I was tricked by her really high easiness rating. Don't let it fool you if you are taking math classes like differential equations. It is still hard. She explains things well, but it kinda sucks that we are not allowed any cheat sheets on the exams. She is always willing to answer questions, and she even has review sessions before tests.
I entered her stats class thinking it would be the hardest course i could fathom, yet she opened my eyes to the fountain of learning and gave me a chalice in which i could delve into said fountain. ive never been so confident in math, and i thank rebecca hiller.
"The fairest of them all"--Rebecca LOVES diffeq and knows this is a tough course by its very nature. Step up to the plate by doing the homework, and the tests won't be a surprise. Clear grading criteria, clear examples, clear explanations, fair tests, fair expectations, fair deadlines.
Do NOT take her for calculus. She is a new teacher, so she's starting out by giving so many tests and quizzes. Older teachers are more understanding and laid back. There's no extra credit and she's not very helpful. I had to drop the class the first week. 3 tests-50% of your grade and the final is 20% of your grade-she makes it impossible to pass!
Rebecca is an amazing professor. She explains everything in a few steps, then solves 2 3 examples and then lets you try them while she goes around to see who needs help. Last time I took math was three years ago and I passed her summer class with no difficulty. Hint: when she lectures, go home and do the hw problems on the same night. No excuses.
Rebecca Hiller is the best stats teacher at west valley. She loves the material so she is very interested/excited to teacher it. She makes the class so easy its hard to NOT get an A. She allows a full page of notes for each test, and a double sided page of notes for the final. She is very helpful and explains stats in an easy and understandable way
Shes absolutely amazing. I have NEVER been successful in math and I passed her statistics class without any trouble at all. Her method of teaching is amazing & she truly cares about her students. I would HIGHLY suggest taking her for math. You do have quizzes once a week, but if you're following along & utilizing the help she offers, you will pass!
Rebecca Hiller is the best math professor at West Valley. She made sure everyone left with the knowledge they needed. You will still have to put some time in to study and review, but Differential Equations was an easy A+ because she was a great teacher. She had a very rough year personally, but still taught a great class. She cares about teaching.
Rebecca is an amazingly awkward teacher that made math fun. Would definitely recommend. Class was super easy and boring at times, but that had nothing to do with Rebecca everything to do with the level of the class.
Prof. Hiller is the overall best teacher I've had a West Valley! She is caring and wants you to succeed.
She made Stats an easy A.
Rebecca is the best teacher ever. I took calculus before at Foothill College and failed it twice. Then I took it again and had to drop it. I decided that a semester class would be better for me. If I had had her in Foothill I would have probably passed. TAKE HER!!! She is amazing. I passed with an A and it wasn't hard to get it. Also she is so cute
I am not good at math. If it were not for the aptitude of this professor, I would have failed this class. Prompt, attentive to the class, able to teach from several points of view which reaches various learning styles, and keeps a good flow to the class. A lot of material taught in a short amount of time. Be sure your algebra is solid to survive.
Her lectures are extremely helpful, and you'll understand at least 70% of the material just spacing out in class and taking notes. Very possible to get an A, just put in a lil work every now and then.
Her lectures are extremely helpful, and you'll understand at least 70% of the material just spacing out in class and taking notes. Not an insanely easy A but it's very very possible to get an A; just put in a lil work every now and then.
She is an amazing teacher. She really cares for het students and she wants to help you. If ypu have a chance to take a math class with her...i recommend you do.
Fabulous teacher. 4B was a one and half month class course and she covered all the important diff eqs sections effectively. Tests problems are insanely long but insanely easy, so really don't make an algebraic mistake or a small careless error along a problem.
Take her for Calc! I really should have got an A in the class, but I screwed up on the final, which was worth around 30-35% if I remember correctly, which dropped it to a B... She's easy to talk to and not intimidating like some other professors and is willing to help you out when you have questions. Taking her again for Stats in the Fall!
Professor Hiller is awesome. There are a ton of concepts in stats and Prof. Hiller was very detail oriented which made it seem easy. Her lectures are very informative and she has such an awesome attitude about teaching.
She is not "easy" by any stretch. Her tests will challenge you sufficiently. Super caring and approachable. Would love to take her for the whole set of mathematics. Only issue I had with her is all the homework. They're due on exam days and I ended up being more stressed about completing all her homework rather than studying sometimes.
Rebecca is the best math professor at west valley. She is not only a good lecturer but she is also great when it comes to office hours and going out of her way to help students. Her tests are no where near easy but her teaching prepares you for it. She really is great and I wish she taught more classes. Take her, you wont regret it!
Subject material is very simple but difficult to remember how to use it properly. The lecture is essential to learning how to use the sequence properly. The explanations are in depth. Very high standards are demanded of the students which catches a lot of people off guard. Strong start needed for a strong finish. All homework is essential to pass.
Best math teacher I ever learned from.
Seriously the best instructor at WVC. If you need to take this Calc or Stats DO NOT SLEEP ON THIS CLASS.
If you're looking for a good math teacher, Rebecca is the one!!! I've taken her two semesters in a row, for two different math classes and have not regretted my choice even once. It's a math class- you're going to have to work hard no matter what, but she makes it easy. Excellent teacher, she cares about helping you and gives great feedback!!
Hiller was one of the most solid, competent, and SUPERB math instructors I've ever had in my entire life! She gives you excellent feedback not just writing, but if you vocally speak up and go to her office hours, ORAL COMMUNICATION she does!! Test/quizzes were fairly easy & notes were positively clear. She made statistics easy! Join her class now!
She's the best math teacher I had! Thanks Professor Hiller!
Awesome prof! She's ready and energetic when teaching the class. Hw are doable in Wileyplus, allows 5 attempts till you get the correct answer. Tests are also doable as long as you study (do study guides, then you're good to go). She really gives alot of examples in the lectures so information gets stuck in your head. Thumbs up!
STATS 10 can be a challenging because it's a 4-Unit transferable class and there is a lot of concepts to remember. However, Rebecca Hiller is the finest math professor I've ever had at West Valley College. I would recommend everyone, including DESP students to take Prof. Hiller for STATS 10 or any transferable math class.
This box isn't big enough to say how AMAZING Rebecca is! She is pure gold. I took her for Applied Calculus and I did better than I ever thought I would. All thanks to her teaching style. My advice to do well is to do the HW right after each class and take advantage of the study guides b/c they are very similar to what you will be tested on.
Best math teacher I've ever taken in my life, truly inspiring. She teaches step by step and is very thorough and concise with her explanation. No one will help you understand a concept more than her. Her tests are challenging however if you take advantage of the study guides and her office hours then you'll be fine :)
I totally hate math but when I was looking for the right instructor, I am so happy that I choose Rebecca Hiller. I do not regret it and neither will you. She is extremely helpful and kind. She goes over everything and will help you understand. A quiz pretty much every Monday and the homework is done online. You will have to work hard to pass!
had her as a long term sub, super caring and made sure our class had all the resources we needed even though she was busy with so many other classes. Lots of whiteboard use, a bit slow going through examples, gave us a lot of room so that we could get the best grade we could in the class
Made Statistics less awful for sure. She is great at explaining step by step processes. Highly recommend
She is amazing!! very organize and handles a lot of material easy
Honestly cares about her students. Also, one of the best math teachers I have ever had. Really worked to explain things.
She is the sweetest person ever and wants all her students to do well. Very good at what she does. Does an amazing job at making sure everyone gets what she is teaching. Notes are also online so if you miss it is not detrimental to your grade. Online HW often that is through Pearson, 7 Quizzes(Drops lowest), 3 Mid Terms, One Final. Made stats great
Loved her she is so sweet & will work with you! I have never been good at math & she made it so easy to understand. Each class is her teaching & then going through multiple examples. She adds extra credit to quizzes/exams & offers other extra credit as well. Lots of homework but it's not too bad. she is easy to reach out to. cheat sheets on exams!
Best statistics class ever! I was so nervous to take college level math but she made the class so understandable! Tests only cover things you learned in class, so as long as you attend and pay attention then you'll understand stats and perform well on the tests.
Professor Hiller was a real benefit to my growth as a student. She was available in her office hours to answer difficult questions. I am not good at math but she was able to make the work make sense. She used several teaching methods to help me overcome my most challenging class. If you struggle with math, she can help you improve. Changed my life.
Mrs. Hiller is one of the best and most caring math teachers that I have had. She really cares aobut all her students and wants them to succed. In additon tot hat she has such a vast knowledge in an area she teaches and she articulates college math really well. I am so blessed and honored to have her teacher and I highly reccomend her to anyone.
I really liked this class because it was straightforward. Easy professor and student learning environment. Very easy to talk to. She isn't to strict about attendance but for your own good don't miss class since it's only twice a week and easy to fall behind. She is by far the best professor I've had at WV.
Such a great professor, extremely nice and really good at lecturing. Easy to understand material, overall great class!
I LOVE THIS PROFESSOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Here is an instructor you will instantly relate to. Rebecca is so genuine and kind. She is very easy to understand and delivers statistics in a concise way. For those who hate math: don't worry! this entire class can be done through your calculator. She is very likable and charming and a true gem, I highly rec
One of the best teachers I have ever had. this is my second time taking STATS first time I failed second time around I got an A. Shes extremely understanding and breaks it down so easily so anyone could understand her lectures!! Study guides are exactly like tests and exams!!!
I had failed stats in high school but Professor Hiller has changed the game for me. She made everything make sense and she was always willing to explain something if a student did not understand it. She allows a one-sided cheat sheet for exams! As long as you try she will help you.
I had Rebecca Hiller for my Stats class she was awesome. She cares alot about her students and want them to pass. But i would love to take one of her classes again. Shes so respectful, nice, and she reviews the problems from the week before, and continues the next lecture!
Amazing teacher one of the best Math teachers I have ever had. Would 10000% take her again
I took Stats in high school but Prof. Hiller explained everything so thoroughly. She is truly the sweetest. I had her Spring 2020 so halfway through we switched online, but she's incredibly patient and has really good examples. Can't emphasize how helpful she was- especially if you feel like you might struggle with the course.
Rebecca was the best teacher I have ever had. Her teaching is very effective and easy to understand. She will work with you if you need help, and is literally the sweetest person ever. I would take her class three times again if I could.
I took her statistic too. she is the best math teacher ever. very organized and clear instructions. caring, kind and always there to help.
Rebecca is the best math professor. She is so kind and is always willing to help. I was never good at math, but she made statistics easy to understand. Definitely take her if you can!
Professor Hiller is one of the best professors I have ever had. Very understanding and always willing to help outside of class. Explains math concepts very well and clearly. She also makes sure you understand them before moving on. If you have the opportunity to take her, definitely take advantage of it!
Rebecca was the best math teacher I have ever had! She takes the time to thoroughly explain concepts and formulas, is present for her students, and genuinely sets her class up for success. I urge any student with a math phobia to take her class. Her friendly and patient approach will rid you of any concern.
I loved her!! She went very slowly in her lectures in order for everyone to understand. Definitely need to take lots of notes in order to pass, but overall a very well rounded teacher
She is a very sweet teacher. Cares about everyones wellbeing and understanding. I have never understood math until she became my teacher!! Definitely would take her again and her help class.
Amazing teacher. I was scared of taking applied calculus but did so much better than I expected because of Professor Hiller. She is caring and super kind so it makes learning so much better. Homework is due every week but it is pretty easy especially because she is a great teacher. Just pay attention.
Completely recommend Professor Hiller to anyone. Even the most difficult of concepts, she manages to break down easily and does her best to ensures everyones success. She checks in constantly, never puts anyone on the spot, explains concepts thoroughly, and is just such a genuinely caring person. Love her class -- take her if you can!
I really dislike math but she makes me enjoy coming to class, even though it's just over zoom. She's literally the sweetest, most understanding teacher I've ever had for math. She gives the most comprehensive lectures and she's really good at understanding struggles most other professors wouldn't even think of. Class community is also the best:)
Prof Hiller is really someone I look up to. Years later and I still think about how she is one of the best teachers I've ever had. She goes out of her way to make sure you understand and will sit down with you and explain step by step. Uses multiple examples. She's understanding and caring, and very knowledgeable. I would take every class with her.
I absolutely loved Professor Hiller! I took her stats class online for spring 2023 I haven't finished with an A in math since high school but she made it easy.I am more of a visual learner, and she made sure to take the extra steps to visualize stats for people like me.Take your notes during your lectures, you will pass and understand the material.
Rebecca Hiller is not only an amazing teacher but an angelic human being. So respectful and absolutely wonderful at her job. If you want to truly UNDERSTAND MATH, take your class with her if possible. Also, she is not a tough grader and she'll give you extra credit opportunities. She truly cares about her students. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!
Rebecca is the nicest professor! She's so caring to each student and her lectures are engaging. She prepares you well for the tests, which aren't that hard. I would highly recommend taking her.
Rebecca is a kind, caring, respectful, funny, and brilliant professor. I have never had a math teacher as good as her. She truly wants her students to do well and it shows. As long as you stay on top of hw and do her study guides you're set. Attend class as much as possible and participate. She posts many resources online.
Taking Instructor Hiller's Calculus for Business and Social Science course at West Valley College has been an enlightening experience, packed with knowledge and entertainment. Her knack for simplifying complex concepts with real-world examples is truly a gift.
Professor Hiller is so friendly and caring, she'll take time out of her day to help anybody who's confused or struggling, and explains concepts in multiple ways to make sure that everybody understands. She's always willing to offer support and is very understanding! Highly recommend.
Rebecca is a really good and caring math teacher. In her lecture videos, she explains thoroughly and goes step by step in her examples to show how to approach each problem. You honestly couldn't get a better explanation anywhere else because she is that good. The tests are in-person but the exams aren't hard and are very similar to her lectures.
I have had her for Math 010 and am currently taking Math 012 with her. She is best professor I've ever had (and that's saying something). You can tell she genuinely cares about the success of her students by the way she is so quick and open to respond to questions in and out of class. Can't recommend her enough.
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
73%
Textbook Required
21%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A-
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Improving
+0.20 avg changeRatings by Course
40435
5.0
(1)MATH103
5.0
(8)STATS
5.0
(2)STATS010
5.0
(2)MATH4B
5.0
(4)Difficulty by Course
MATH3A
4.3
MATH903
4.0
STATS010
3.5
MATH004B
3.0
MATH105
3.0