Mr. Harris is an awesome teacher who cares about his students.

Goofy in a quirky kind of way, I really enjoyed his character and zeal for math. He cares for his students to love math. I think sometimes he may skim over some of the details, but leaves room for students to ask questions as he values his students.

Very fast paced class, too fast. We did nothing the last week of semester except work in groups on the final review that I can do on my own time. Harris is a good instructor however the only thing worth credit in the class are exams and quizzes and maybe he will give you an entire much needed FOUR POINTS for completing the review.

Rick is such a great professor. Honestly, he is one of the best professors I've ever had. He is very good at motivating his students and he really cares about them. He's a fun guy to talk with, too. I recommend visiting him during his office hours and using the MRC as aids while taking this class. However, this is a difficult class, so work hard.

Mr. Harris is the best math teacher I've ever had. He genuinely cares about his students succeeding in understanding math. At the beginning of the semester I thought I was terrible at math, but Rick showed me otherwise. Like any class, it just takes a little work and practice. If you think math isn't the subject for you, I HIGHLY recommend taking.

Taking trigonometry class with Professor Harris taught me the value of hard work (and negative consequences) of not working toward a subject enough. He is extremely caring and REALLY wants to see you succeed. He is very influential & fun. If you really WORK at this class you will preform well. Hard work pays off put it in. Dr. Harris is very good.

I didn't know what to expect from trig, so I didn't start very well. My first test suffered for it. I visited Prof. Harris, and he helped me see that I wasn't applying myself properly. So I started working through his notes, visiting the MRC, and doing all of his suggested problems. Now I'm doing really well. I plan on taking him for calculus. A+

Mr. Harris is an amazing professor, I look forward to class everyday. I enjoy class the entire time. I am totally retaking him in my future math classes!!

Mr. Harris has been one of my favorite math teachers, his style of teaching allows you many opportunities to fail. In failing you learn what you did wrong and how to improve yourself to succeed the next exam. He understands this and will help his students in making better studying habits to succeed next time. Overall an amazing teacher.

This teacher really values your success in life, not just in math. He knows what it's like to struggle and wants to impart hard work into his students. He can be lenient on grading as long as you show your work, show good work ethic, and show up to class. This could be good or bad depending on your view. The most important thing to know though is t

It's math so you do have to show up for it in order to pass. I have him for College Algebra and even though it may seem like too much homework, it gets you prepared for tests. Quizzes are easy and he tells you a week in advance when they are. Quite inspriational too and you see that he cares.

Professor Harris is such a nice guy, but man is trigonometry hard at 8:00 AM.

He's a great teacher and is especially good if you're going to take a STEM related field because he showed you the proper path to succeeding in high level math heavy courses. He is always willing to help and give out great advice on studying methods and success startegies restremely friendly & passionate about his job making 2x more enjoyable

Prof. Harris is really a great teacher and help too. He encourage students and try to help them as much as he can.

Had professor Rick in two classes. Pay attention! You will work like crazy but he's my favorite professor. Lots of life lessons and crazy stories. Needs to teach Calc 2!

Absolutely loved this professor, had him for Calculus this semester and it would be safe so say that he is the best professor I ever had. He is completely honest with the difficulty of subjects and encourages students to do their best. It is very clear that he cares about each and every one of his students and wants to see them all succeed.

Professor Harris was a great professor for Calc 1. Easy to understand and always willing to help. Really helped me to realize the work that is necessary to succeed and the value of it. HE NEEDS TO TEACH CALC 2!

Had his for online-covid-calculus over the summer(accelerated) so this might not reflect his standard teaching (in-person, regular semester). Very motivating individual and is great at instilling discipline in his student. Has strong passion for the math and science. If you want to challenge yourself as a student I would take him.

Prof is very motivating. His lectures are through Zoom because of covid, but he also gives note packs. Tests make up most of the grade but he gives partial credit and the final exam can replace the lowest test score. This really saved me this summer because my first test tripped me up. I would say his class taught me the true meaning of studying.

I took him for my calculus 1 class last year, and honestly he helped me so much in getting the knowledge needed for future calculus classes. He does scare you a little bit initially, but it is absolutely needed as future calculus materials are a lot harder and he is just preparing you for it by helping you work hard and build that habit.

Really enjoyed this class. Professor Harris does a great job helping you become a better student. Tells stories of his experiences to help motivate the students. Problems on quizzes and tests are from lectures and homework assigned. Beneficial to show up every day and ask questions. Write down all his notes! It takes you far in his class.

Out of all my math teachers, ever, he's one of my favorites. He's fair in grading if you made a computing error, he's in your favor. His stories need some tightening up but it shows he's not infallible or omniscient, but he put in the work and was like you once. If you do the homework, take good notes, and study you will be ok in his class.

Will help you to master every area of Math 171; very thorough. Will greatly help a person to really learn the subject and be adequately prepared for higher level Math. He tries to be real and approachable, and inspire his students to academic greatness and a strong work ethic. No pain, no gain, but you will glad you took the class.

If you have to take Calculus, you should take Trig from Prof Harris! I have taken Calc I and II now, and I'm so glad he helped me learn how to study math better. Math 172 is demanding but he clearly cares about your success. Be ready to take advantage of his office hours and the MRC.

Prof Harris was great at explaining everything and working with my needs as a veteran returning to school. With a difficult and emotional semester I was able to study way up. I would take him again and again! I never thought I could excel at math- and he changed my perspective!

When I say you skip class you wont pass I mean it! You have to very dedicated and put in the work in order to pass. MATH 173 is a prerequisite for Calculus so you need to be prepared to study, but Rick offers office hours and is committed to helping students comprehend. Hes an awesome person and has high expectations. If he can do it so can you.

Can't say enough good things about Prof. Harris. He's truly caring and kind and he really wants you to succeed. Maybe my favorite Prof ever. The difficulty level is commensurate to how much work you put in. Its math - you have to do it. If you put in the work, he'll work just as hard to make sure you succeed. Haven't finished but anticipate an A.

Professor Harris' Calculus classes are not to be taken lightly. I had Math 241 over the summer and is easily the hardest I've had to work for a grade in my academic career. If you want an easy A, this is not the class for you. If you want to actually learn Calculus, and have the determination and patience required, you're in the right place.

8 week summer calculus was challenging but doable. Homework is not graded but is mandatory to understand the material. Grades are based on 10 quizzes, 4 exams, and a massive final. Professor Harris is fair in grading and difficulty of questions asked on tests. Stay committed to the work and you will learn a lot from this class. Highly recommended!

I might be biased but I strongly believe he is the best professor out there. Extremely kind and attentive to his students.

Although this professor is notorious for hard tests and "lots" of homework, you can easily tell how passionate he is about this class and how much he really wants you to succeed. He gives great advice on questions and gives a little extra credit here and there too. I very much enjoyed his class and I feel very prepared to take calculus II now.

Great teacher. Lectures: intense. Intimidating at first, but he's there for you if you seek him out. Office hours: so helpful! Tests: hard, but returned within 3 days, and fair on partial credit. Bookwork: no credit, but necessary. Never been so proud of an A in my life. Work-shy? If so you'll struggle. If not, class is a transformative experience

Professor Harris is a good calculus professor. He wants you to succeed but he will not hold you hand along the way. You have to earn your grade in the class but the grade you earn is definitely the one you deserved.

He is an amazing professor, but very hard.

You will work hard for your grade but when you are done you will know the subject. Harris cares deeply about your success.

Prof Harris has been great! His lectures show how much he cares, and while you have a lot of work to do, it sets you up for the difficult classes to follow. Office hours are highly suggested for any issues. Most quizzes and tests have problems similar too or occasionally straight from the homework or review. Employs real world problems in class.

Professor Harris is by far the best math professor I have ever taken. Although he may initially may seem tough, he wants you to succeed at math and if you are willing to put in the work, you will succeed in his class. If you do the homework the day it is assigned, in full, you will do good in the entire class. Highly recommend this class -- RK

Finished diff EQ in 2021. I had calc 1 with Harris and he really challenged me. That class forced me to develop habits around work & persistence that I still use today. I picked up other lessons along the way but calc 1 is where I started to have to take things seriously. My only complaint on Harris is that he doesn't seem to teach beyond calc 1.

The class was not at all easy. It was maybe the hardest I've had to work in a class. He tells you how he passed classes himself, which eventually helped me. I wish I started trying earlier in the semester because I could've earned an A. Still, after getting used to having to study, I actually started enjoying going to professor Harris's lecture.

Prof Harris is an amazing professor; he really cares about his students dearly. the only issue is that the classes need a lot of your time outside of class. He wants his students to succeed, and he grades fairly. He teaches in a sensible way and lets you know what to expect. He is also funny and down to earth; you'll enjoy being in his class.

1) You will work in this class. You earn this grade 2) Your only grades are roughly 10 quizzes, 5 tests , and the final. 3) Prof. Harris is awesome, he cares deeply for his students...but he WILL NOT baby you. Overall: take this class if you want to push yourself and know that the grade you get is the one you earned. Would be great for engineers.

Professor Harris is intelligent and respectable. Responsibility is a fundamental notion for him, however. Thus, if I were to assert this class was effortless, I would be lying to you. The professor attempts to prepare students for the final. Every test simulates the arduous final exam in all respects but time. I enjoyed his class overall.

Mr. Harris was awesome! I took college algebra again after failing it in 2017. Do your homework and ask questions if there are problems you don't understand. He's so friendly, engaging, and overall just an awesome teacher. Highly recommend.

He is an amazing teacher, but will let you know immediatly you will not pass if you don't put in the work and hours. I started off lazy and could have gotten a high B or low A, but he is always willing too help and give you resources. If your're somone who skips alot you won't pass his class.

He is a truly great and inspirational professor. There are some negative comments here, but I think they are unwarranted. At the beginning of this semester, I was struggling and feeling overwhelmed. Professor Harris advised me to push through and keep studying. I am grateful for his advice and support. I HIGHLY recommend taking his classes.

Professor Harris is somebody who loves his students just as much as he loves math. He may come off as harsh at first but he truthfully wants to see all of his students succeed and teaches calculus in a way that doesn't just help them with math, but with logic and how to think. Would recommend for those anyone who truly wants to learn!

Best professor I have had. He is very relatable and gives very good pep talks when motivation is down. Talks about how it is okay to struggle and makes you feel comfortable whilst at the same time pushing you to be the best. If you put in work and dedicate yourself you will do fine. Many people give low ratings because calculus isn't an easy A.

Buld's a g fr. Hits a pump like no other. But do your homework and don't do none drugs and you'll get a one good grade tho man no cap. Don't be late to class tho or mans will be right cross with ya. One time he threatened to lock the door on jits who be late with it. The reason I got a C was because I was slackin off in the beginning.

Do not take this professor if you want an easy A. Do not take this if you cannot handle being confronted by your own shortcomings. Professor Harris is a very honest and hardworking man, and strives to prepare his students for reality. He wants to help his students as much as possible, but it requires YOUR help. 10/10 life advice, cool uncle vibes.

Professor Harris is an amazing professor who will make you put the work in. I slacked off a bit in the middle of the semester, so that's why my grade dropped down to a B. If you work, he will help you do what you need to get to the grade you want.

Solid Professor. Overall, he did an excellent job in teaching the class. Attendance isn't technically mandatory, but if you want a good grade it is. Fair grader, if you slack off your grade will suffer, but it doesn't require an excessive amount of work to get a good grade. Interesting explanation of the Associate Property.

Ignoring my grade, taking his class taught me what was expected at college as it was my first semester. To do well, you need to read the textbooks and do the homework. Though homework is not graded, I still recommend you do it or else you will be lost. He wants the best for his students so he pushes you hard, but it's worth it in the end.

You really need to do the homework to good for the quizzes. There is no review for the quizzes. Also things you learn in the notes sometimes won't be on the quiz or exam. He is a very chill teacher. Do not slack off or you will not pass or have to take a W.

Will have to put in work but unlike taking this class with some other professors you will leave this class knowing how to actually do algebra.

Harris is a great professor. you can tell he really loves what he does and he does truly care about his students, but if you're in one of his classes for an easy A you should find a different professor. he grades you to prep you for your next math course. Overall my favorite professor I've had while at JCCC and is very helpful in office hours.

He only grades test and quizzes and gives you extra credit for doing the homework. I took other math classes and his lectures are by far easier to understand.

Probably the best Math Professor I have ever had. Extremely good at explaining the material. Great stories; does give homework but it is a math class so you need to do the homework in order to succeed. Amazing class; would recommend anyone take the class.

Rick is the best maths professor I've ever had the pleasure of studying under. In his class, you will be forced to become a good student. He won't coddle you, so don't expect an easy grade. He's fun to joke around with and is very personable. Grades are often submitted the day after tests/quizzes, as he wants to lead by example for the class.

Professor was straight to the point with the class and thoroughly discussed subject matter in a way for students to understand. He was direct about what work should be done outside of class and gave a clear grading criteria and was explicit on class expectations.

An A is definitely possible with precalc done. Rick is a strict grader especially with notation. sometimes give extra credit for homework because theres a lot of it. But you will get no free homework points; all will be from tests/quizzes. Nice guy but no BS. DONT TAKE IF YOU HAVE TO MISS A TEST EVEN IF YOU TELL EARLY WILL NOT LET YOU MAKEUP.

I took Richard Harris for 4 semesters in my college career so far. The first 2 times were for college algebra. I took him for college algebra through calculus, and before his class I never thought I would make it to a math class past college algebra. The best professor I've ever had, and when I dropped his calculus class, I got a very sweet email.

Professor Harris is a fair grader with a "no BS" attitude, but that's what makes him great. He holds students to high expectations, which is needed today. There's a lot of homework, but it's necessary, and he gives you all the tools to succeed. If you apply yourself, you will pass. Plus, his humor and personality make the class enjoyable!

I took Professor Harris's class in Spring 2023 and can say without a doubt that he's one of the best professors at JCCC. You will need to make put the effort in and do the work to earn your grade. His exams are hard but he sets you up for success. He is very helpful during class & office hours so GO.

Prof. Harris was great just know that your gonna have to put in the work to do well. Slacking isn't an option you will fall behind. In Calc 1 grades are based on tests and quizzes hw is collected at random. For my class it was collected once and only gives you a point back on quizzes. Great teacher, tough but fair.

I took this course back in Spring 2024. It requires a lot of hard work to get a good grade but he's a great professor. He explains the methods on how to solve the problems in an understandable way. He really cares about his students and wants them to succeed. He also tells a lot of stories and can be pretty funny at times.

Great professor who sets his expectations clear from day 1 of class. If you want to pass this class, you MUST do the homework he gives out. That is the best way to succeed. Super good at explaining in lectures and willing to help if you ask for it. Gives thorough answers to questions and clearly knows what he's doing. He's a really funny guy too.

An eccentric but good guy with good stories. Lectures can be hard to follow and 90% of the class is homework, but he is helpful and will get into details. Sets his expectations high from day 1. Good professor but there are better options. Most of the class dropped. Not a bad choice but be prepared to work a lot

Great professor, lectures can be fast, but plenty of time to take notes or copy stuff down.

I took college algebra with Professor Harris and while I really like the guy, I had a hard time in the class. He does a couple problems in class and then assigns a lot of homework. Athough I feel like I taught myself most of the material, he is super helpful and is always willing to help you and give you feedback. (He's got some great stories too)

Professor Harris is one of THE BEST professors I have ever taken. He is energetic & hilarious so lectures are very enjoyable. Homework is optional; do it if you want to perform well on his 4 exams (60% of grade). He may intimidate you at first, but power through & go to office hours. Very generous w/ partial credit. Couldn't recommend him enough!!!

Calculus is hard, but he makes it easier. All JCCC Calc classes are test-heavy. He writes his own (except for final), and his are much more practical and based on what was taught. Took from another professor 1st and dropped-TAKE HARRIS! Go to office hours. He's very helpful and wants you to succeed!

One of the best math classes I have ever taken. I have learned a lot in this class, not just math but real-life advice too. At first he comes off as this intimidating guy, but if you actually talk to him, he really is just a big softie. If you want to learn discipline and get ready for calc 2, Rick is your man.