4.2

Robert Hatcher

Mathematics - Washtenaw Community College

4.2
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
74%
Would Retake
85
Reviews
4.2
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
4.2
Helpful
4.2
Clarity

74%

Would Retake

85

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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4

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What Students Say

Excellent professor, does very well assisting with an online class

MTHDL2 - 5.0 rating

Took him for a MM clas and only met once a week

MTH191 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

48%

Textbook Required

67%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 20 grades
Most common grades:
A (9)
A+ (6)
Not sure yet (4)
Grade Distribution
A(15)B(1)C(1)D(3)F(0)A-/B+(2)
Based on 26 reported grades
A: 9
A+: 6
Not sure yet: 4
B+: 2
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (10)
Clear grading criteria (7)
Caring (6)
Amazing lectures (5)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (5)
Accessible outside class (5)
Respected (4)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (3)
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MTH169
Mar 12, 2002

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MTH097
May 10, 2003

No Comments

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069
Oct 21, 2003

SOOO HOT!!

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VB101
Nov 4, 2003

No Comments

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MTH180
Nov 11, 2004

So willing to answer your questions no matter how many times it takes to get you to understand it! Always alvailable, and always welcoming for those with questions. He's probably the only teacher who will give you hints on the test when you're stuck!!!

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MTH097A
Dec 17, 2004

He is so hot! Awesome teacher too!

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MTH097
Dec 17, 2004

Very very HOT!!!

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MTH180
Dec 21, 2004

great teacher. very clear, very helpful, was always willing to stay after class to help students out. he's also hot! it wasnt hard for the ladies to focus in the class because he's so freakin gorgeous! too bad he's not teaching calc 1...lol

5.0
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MTH148
Mar 16, 2005

He's a good teacher, although it's not quite fair to students to not let them make up any tests or quizzes. Other than that, he's excellent.

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MTH148
Jun 23, 2005

No Comments

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MATH
Jul 13, 2005

No Comments

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MTH097
Jul 28, 2005

Hatcher isn't very helpful. Everytime I showed up for his office hours, he wasn't there.

5.0
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MATH
Aug 30, 2005

HOTT!!!

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ANY
Sep 16, 2005

HE IS SO FREAKING HOTTTTT!!!

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MATH
Sep 25, 2005

No Comments

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MATH101
Oct 7, 2005

No Comments

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MATH
Nov 1, 2005

No Comments

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PRECALCWTRIG
Grade: A+
Nov 15, 2005

This was a really difficult class but he is an excellent teacher and explained things really well. He was interesting and personable and a good teacher.

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097B
Nov 17, 2005

As for me the class it's self was hard but he was awsome in his style of teaching. very comfortable with asking him questions. showed concern for students highly recommend him if possible.

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MATH180
Oct 28, 2006

This guy is so into himself. I dislike this class very much. This class is hard enough and it is even more diffuclt that this guy is teaching the class. The only people that he pays most attention to is the "stupid dump women" in the class or the people that laughs at his lame jokes. He thinks that he is so funny, but he jabbers about non-interesti

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MTH180
Dec 12, 2006

Loooove Hatch. He's the only person I've ever met who can make a three hour math class enjoyable.

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MATH097
May 7, 2007

Greatest math teacher ever! he makes it really easy for everyone and will not go on until everyone understand! and he isnt so hard to look at either... Hot!

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MTH097
Aug 6, 2007

great teacher, works very hard to make sure everybody is on the same page and he always willing to give extra help

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MTH090
Nov 13, 2007

Is an amazing teacher! I wish I could have him for every math class I ever need. I am no longer in his class, and he offered to still help me during his office hours. If you need a great mth teacher, take him!!!

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MATH02
Nov 26, 2007

When he sees that you're trying to learn, he takes him time, just to make sure that you understand the work.

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ALG101
Dec 17, 2007

Mr. Hatcher is incredibly down to earth and seems as if he loves his job. He is incredibly sexy and that helped keep my attention and focus. I give him 5 stars. To bad he cant date students!:(

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MTH097
Mar 12, 2008

the best teacher I ever had

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MTH178
Mar 20, 2008

he only has good ratings because girls think he is good looking. however this doesnt make him a good teacher! he is kind of nice, but cocky too. if you are good at math and need no instruction than take him.

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MTH178
Apr 7, 2008

He is a nice guy, very smart for sure. Trig is hard so be prepared.

5.0
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MTH178
May 4, 2008

I am a guy and I still say he is a good teacher. A really good trait about him is he is not boring, which can be so helpful. He is definitely arrogant, so if that bothers you, so be it, but I think it makes him a better teacher. I found this class easy but others didn't. A problem about him is he is always late for class and often for office h

5.0
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MTH097
Jun 21, 2008

He is an amazing teacher and really knows his math. He can explain it very well and I could watch him all day. ;) I wish he taught all of my classes!

5.0
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MATH097
Jul 10, 2008

A wonderful instructor! He explains everything in perfect detail. I don't think he's cocky at all just funny. I wish I could take all of his classes and I hate math! Highly recommended

5.0
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MTH097
Nov 10, 2008

Great Instructor - Very Helpful and understanding - really wants his students to learn - if you dont understand it he will explain it until you get it, and he doesnt make you feel stupid - math was like a foreign lang. to me but he makes math bearable :) Thanks Hatch!

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MATH097
Jan 15, 2009

Mr. Hatcher is a great teacher. I think he is a little bit too fast but he will stop and help you if you ask. He wants his students to succeed. I had to Drop because I haven't had Math in years so I needed a teacher that went slower so I could understand. I took Mr. Abella he's Awesome, he went slower and went more in detail so I could understand.

5.0
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MTH097
Aug 20, 2009

Great teacher. He made you feel comfortable asking questions and didn't mind doing it. I would recommend him to all math students!

5.0
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MTH06
Nov 11, 2009

He is the best math teacher I've had so far

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MTH097
Mar 13, 2010

Best math teacher I've had. He really wants you to do well and is extremely patient when you don't understand. Great speaker and listener. I highly recommend Mr. Hatcher

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MTH097
Jul 29, 2010

Robert is a great instructor but very stubborn. He refuses to use blackboard and gives all of his exams outside of class. All his assignments are completely random problems throughout the text. Plan on spending about 10 hours or more out of your schedule per week. If you are struggling with math or working full-time I would not recommend.

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MTH192
Oct 24, 2010

Mr. Hatcher is AMAZING!!!! He is extremely helpful, nice, and will never make you feel stupid if you can't get something. He will even assist you on tests and quizzes. He is also really hot! :P

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MTH191
Dec 21, 2010

Mr. Hatcher is an excellent instructor. He explains the material very well, and is always willing to answer questions. However, he is an extremely harsh grader. I'm a 4.0 student, and this was one of the most difficult courses I've taken. Though, if you put in the time, it's possible to get an A. Overall, very good, but be prepared to work hard.

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MTH07
Apr 6, 2011

does not do practice tests anymore, and has become a harsh grader

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MTH169
Nov 16, 2011

Hatcher is great!Because of his teaching style he made it easy for me as a adult student to lose my fear of math!LOL.I teaches progressively,starting in a place that makes it easy to comprehend the harder things as you get to them.Exams rewuire that you do the homework,some questions come right from the homework!He has a great sense of humor too!

5.0
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MTH169
Dec 28, 2011

He's cool guy I mean math is math he's ok

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MTH169
Jan 12, 2012

harsh grader?? homework isnt graded so i never did any of it and got a 96% in the class. he goes a little fast but will take time to explain anything both in and out of class if youre not getting something. i think hes great!!

5.0
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MTH169
Feb 8, 2012

Mr. Hatcher is a competent instructor. Considering the material, he did a great job of explaining, often in several different ways, so that everyone could understand. Only beef: his failure to manage the disruptive, attention seeking behavior of another student, which was taxing to the learning environment for the rest of the class.

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MTH178
Mar 20, 2012

Mr.Hatcher is a very nice professor. His lectures are clear, funny, and informative. He's always happy to help (take advantage of his office hours)and never makes you feel stupid if you don't understand something. Hard tests--make sure that you always study everything that he says will be on them and more. Good class, good professor.

5.0
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MTHDL2
Oct 28, 2012

Excellent professor, does very well assisting with an online class.

5.0
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MATH191
Aug 24, 2013

The best math instructor I've ever had. He completely changed the way I learn math and because of him I was able to go on to higher level math classes, taught by horrible instructors, and still learn. He is awesome. (And funny and cute.)

5.0
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MTH191
Nov 3, 2013

Good Calculus professor. If you struggle with math, he will help you a lot

5.0
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MTH176
Apr 15, 2014

Is a great teacher. Very helpful and makes sure students get topics. Willing to work with you on an one to one basis. Highly recommended.

4.0
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MTH191
Oct 21, 2014

Took him for a MM clas and only met once a week. Pretty sure if I had him more than once a week the subject would be must easier.

5.0
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191
Grade: A+
Jun 30, 2015

He makes math an emotional experience!

4.0
2.0
MATH
Oct 26, 2015

He goes fast when he is doing math .He would say math gets him excited and makes him go fast ,so prepared to work.

5.0
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MATH097
Grade: A
Jan 12, 2016

Best Math teacher I have ever had. He is sweet, understanding and he made me enjoy math for the first time! I passed with an A. Attendance is mandatory and essential for passing. Take notes, ask questions, do the homework and you will be fine. 4 exams, maybe 6 quizzes, and homework almost every night. Homework is easy, just pay attention in class!

5.0
3.0
MTH191
Grade: A
Jun 17, 2016
Would take again

He is so smart and funny! You will find calculus so interesting! He never care about late homework or take attendance or ask students to answer question. You will feel easy and comfortable in his class and motivated to earn your grade!

5.0
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MATH191
Grade: A
Jun 24, 2016
Would take again

He really wants you to do well, and is really great at understanding and answering questions. He's a really amazing and enthusiastic professor.

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MATH191
Grade: D+
Aug 9, 2016
Wouldn't take again

non of the homework counts. Lots of Calc 2 work for a Calc 1 class. College tutors couldn't explain his work. didn't return emails.

5.0
3.0
MATH191
Grade: B+
Aug 14, 2016
Would take again

Rob was the greatest math instructor I've ever had. I came to his office hours nearly every week to ask questions and I ended up acing the final. So kind, and always willing to help!! Take Rob or you'll regret it

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH191
Grade: A
May 1, 2017
Would take again

One of the best teachers I have ever had. Very nice and caring outside of class, I was always able to approach him and ask questions to him at his office. I would highly recommend taking his calc one class.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
4.0
MATH191
Grade: C-
Aug 1, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Mr. Hatcher seems nice, and I believe he really is nice but don't expect him to ever respond to your emails and certainty don't take this class if you're not very good at math.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
4.0
3.0
MTH191
Grade: B-
Aug 2, 2017
Would take again

Really good grader, I'm not particularly good at math yet I managed a B-. Just make sure not to fall behind and the tests matter WAY more than the homework. There are only three chapter tests and a single final, he's a great professor!

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
MATH191
Sep 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT take blended class. He expects you to study about 18 hours a week (crazy). You learn nothing in-class because every single day there is a quiz or exam, and that takes up most of the class time. Very hard tests. Homework due every other day online. You basically have to learn everything by yourself. Avoid even if you are good at math.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
MATH191
Sep 20, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Very hard class but Mr. Hatcher is a great teacher that cares about his students and is enthusiastic about what he teaches.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
MATH191
Nov 30, 2017
Would take again

Awesome teacher, but be warned, his class is tough.

5.0
3.0
MATH191
Jan 15, 2018
Would take again

Mr. Hatcher's class is pretty tough, but he's a wonderful teacher that does his best to help his students do well in his class. Unlike most teachers, he takes the time to make sure you fully understand what you are doing instead of just giving you a bunch of equations to memorize.

Gives good feedback
4.0
4.0
MATH191
Feb 20, 2018
Would take again

Very good lectures, and excellent feedback. When you ask him a question, he provides answer to that question as well as ensuring that yo understand the reasoning behind the answer.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
MATH191
Apr 9, 2018
Would take again

Mr. Hatcher is super nice and really wants you to succeed. He's responds fairly quickly to email, gives out a study guide before his tests, and really tries to make sure you know what to expect. Webassign homework and quizzes aren't my favorite though, but I'd take him again.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
MTH191
Grade: A+
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Hatcher is a very enthusiastic lecturer and is invested in student success. The homework he assigns is a lot tougher than the test material, which makes it super easy to ace them. He's super responsive to e-mails and accessible during his office hours if you need any extra help.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
4.0
3.0
MTH191
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2018
Would take again

Robert is a very good Calculus professor and his lectures are interesting (sometimes funny). The main issue is he is not very accessible, meaning emails get a slow - or sometimes no - response. Left with the impression that he's too busy for his students.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
MTH191
Grade: B+
Mar 13, 2019
Would take again

I loved this class. Hatcher is hysterical while still staying on topic, and he knows many ways to explain problems so that everyone can understand. Homework isn't graded but you really need to do it to understand the material well enough to pass his exams. He gives great practical advice for math courses up the road, too. 10/10

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
MATH191
May 14, 2019
Would take again

Mr. Hatcher is a great Professor. Make sure to attend lecture and ask questions and you can do well. Calculus can be very hard but he was accessible and made it easier to understand. He gives quizzes to help prepare for exams and offers examples and online help. I'm glad I had him as my Professor.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH191
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2020
Would take again

Hatcher was a great teacher all around. Receptive and respectful of his students! Math is by far my worst subject but he made it understandable. The course does end up being more expensive than usual because you have to buy cengage, but better than other wcc math professors. I took him as a guest student from umich and loved him. quality teacher.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH191
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 20, 2020
Would take again

He is very helpful and its clear he cares about his students and wants you to pass. He offered homework helper videos and the lectures are useful.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
2.0
4.0
MTH191
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Robert Hatcher certainly was not the worst, but I think like many Profs, he mistakes challenging his students for teaching them. He is good about taking time to explain material, but if you ever need to retake a test or get an extension, he will deny you! If you're an adult trying to work a grown-up job while taking calc, I would not recommend!

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
MTH191
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2021
Would take again

He is a really cool guy. I had him for Online Calc 1 and the homework you could do anytime before the quiz, although he has due dates for them. The homework has to been done in order to take the quiz which is really no big deal. As long as you are trying in his class, you will succeed.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH191
Grade: A
Jul 23, 2021
Would take again

Imagine Keegan-Michael Key teaching Calculus LOL. good personality and enthusiastic, clear lectures. my advice for students is to be serious about doing your homework and the class is easy. you have to at least try. calc1 is really an intro to more advanced math. and i appreciate how well organized the class is

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MATH191
Grade: A
Apr 13, 2022
Would take again

I rarely feel inclined to fill out course evaluations, let alone teacher evaluations, however I feel obligated to speak on what an excellent professor Robert Hatcher is. I took Calculus I (MTH 191) through Washtenaw CC because of how horrific math is at UMich. Robert is caring, considerate, and always accessible! He truly wants students to succeed.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
MTH169
Grade: A+
Jul 6, 2023
Would take again

He is my most favorite Professor ever! He takes his time and explains things as many times as needed and is very understanding with learning accommodations. I loved his style of teaching and he's very fun and a rly chill person. I miss him

Lots of homework
Respected
3.0
4.0
MATH191
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 20, 2023

I took the Calculus 191 class online and it was NOT online. For the midterm and final you need to go to a proctor in person. Additionally, there are two timed tests and if you miss those good luck they are marked as a 0. The professor is good at responding and he does care but this class is absolutely not what I thought I had signed up for beware!

Get ready to read
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
MTH191
Sep 14, 2023

Took this class online during the spring term and can honestly say it was a joke. Some modules didn't even have any videos posted, which made doing homework way more difficult than it should have been. Overall the class was tedious, but not insanely difficult if you put the work in and not completely blow it off. Hatcher is a decently nice guy.

5.0
1.0
MTH169
Grade: A+
Oct 24, 2023
Would take again

He is such a great teacher!! I came into this class having dreading algebra because of the pandemic's impact on my education in high school. However, Hatcher made algebra so easy to understand and I'm super thankful that I took his class. As long as you pay attention, take notes and do the homework you'll do great. He also provides textbooks

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
MTH169
Grade: A+
Apr 14, 2025
Would take again

Helped me in mth 168. He will go out of his way to help you learn if you don't understand something. He's a great professor. He gives lots of extra help.

Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH191
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 9, 2025
Would take again

I took Professor Hatcher's calc 1 fully online class, and I would highly recommend it/him. Along with his amazing lecture videos, he made an effort to reach out to his students and provide extra assistance through videos on difficult topics. You will not regret taking him!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MTH169
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 23, 2025
Would take again

Mr. Hatcher is my first college math professor, and I couldn't ask for anything better! Show up, pay attention and do your work. you will get a good grade!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
1.0
1.0
MATH191
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 26, 2025

Never hesitated to give me 0 on a test after 97 overall bcz an hour late for the test for whatever situation I went through then started arguing about half a point like ln(x) vs lnx while he never uses it in his lectures. No idea why 96 on midterm when I had no mistakes. I withdrew last 3 wks bcz I didn't trust his grading while I needed 100 for A.

Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

48%

Textbook Required

67%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 20 grades
Most common grades:
A (9)
A+ (6)
Not sure yet (4)
Grade Distribution
A(15)B(1)C(1)D(3)F(0)A-/B+(2)
Based on 26 reported grades
A: 9
A+: 6
Not sure yet: 4
B+: 2
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (10)
Clear grading criteria (7)
Caring (6)
Amazing lectures (5)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (5)
Accessible outside class (5)
Respected (4)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (3)
Rating Trend

Stable

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Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

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MTH169

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VB101

5.0

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MTH180

5.0

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MTH097A

5.0

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5.0

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4.0

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4.0

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