2.5

Ron Williams

Mathematics - East Carolina University

2.5
Quality
4.0
Difficulty
38%
Would Retake
133
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2.5
Quality
4.0
Difficulty
2.5
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Clarity

38%

Would Retake

133

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What Students Say

Stats is a tough subject but he made it manageable

MATH2283 - 4.0 rating

Math 1065 is the worst course I've ever taken

ALGEB1065 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

93%

Textbook Required

66%

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Reviews (133)
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2283
Sep 22, 2003

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MATH2283
Nov 5, 2003

Statistics is not an easy class. However, he makes it as clear and easy as he can. He is a VERY GOOD teacher. I remembered everything from the lecture and didn't have to study that much at home.

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MATH2283
Nov 20, 2003

Very helpful professor. He works a lot of sample problems to drive the info home and gives you an option to use a formula sheet during exams. If you don't use the sheet he gives you extra credit points.

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STATISTICS
Jan 3, 2004

Overall the class was pretty easy. You definitely need to go to class, because the book is horrible. He lets you use study sheets for your test, and if you dont use it you can get an extra 10pts on your test. You need to study a lot for the test.

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MATH2283
Feb 10, 2004

Good teacher, definitely go to class, the book is a terrible reference. Allows you to use notes for test. Probability section is on e of the tuffer sections.

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MATH2283
Feb 18, 2004

easy! well, I studyied off his practice tests. Dont even bother to learn from the book. i think its easy b/c im good in math; did have a 104 ave. layed back attitude, and cool. take him!

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MATH2283
Mar 31, 2004

The class is alright. He does examples in class and has a practice test yet the test questions are a lot different than these. The tests are very hard even though he lets you use notes. Overall he is a nice man, good teacher, but just hard test questions.

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MATH2283
Jun 19, 2004

Just go to class, and you'll do fine. You can use your notes on every single test and the final. This includes practice tests, everything. Just GO TO CLASS because without your notes you'll do horrible. I'm AWFUL in math and I got a B.

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MATH1074
Aug 15, 2004

Great professor. Friendly, helpful - go to class, do the homework, the test material comes directly from the homework and classwork. Tests weren't that bad, however I didn't get to use notes for the tests like some students apparently did.

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MATH2283
Aug 21, 2004

The class isn't that bad, he let's you bring in any notes you want to use on the test. I would go to class regularly b/c the book isn't helpful. Ask questions and he'll give the answers to the homework which is VERY similar to the exams.

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MATH2283
Sep 9, 2004

I am taking this class now with him and I am puzzled with his teaching style. I don't get it. Yes, nice man but I want to grasp what he teaches and I am not. Our 1st test is coming soon--I;ll keep you posted if my opinion of changes. Signed, Confused

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MATH2283
Dec 7, 2004

This man knows his stuff but has a difficult time teaching it to students. You are allowed to use notes on tests, but sometimes even those don't help. A little hint, the practice tests are nothing like the real tests. Good luck with taking him!!

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MATH2119
Dec 14, 2004

i dont know what other people are talking about as far as him letting you use notes on test, that is a damn lie, this guy is satan, this class kept me from graduating this semester....dont take this guy...our class average was a 47%!!!!!!!!!!!!

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STAT
Dec 17, 2004

Super nice guy! I think he's just so good at math he just leaves the rest of us unknowingly. If your strong in math you will be fine if not be ready. You can use notes on test which helps but is still hard.

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MATH2283
Dec 18, 2004

DOes not have a strong teaching style. However, he does drop your lowest test score (believe me you'll need it) and lets you use a few pages of notes for each test. He also lists TI-83 Calc steps on some practice tests, which saved me. Definetely not recommended.

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MATH2283
Dec 21, 2004

I didnt like the idea of this class going into it. I had heard some good things about this teacher, but he was nothing like I expected. He didnt explain well, even when I had questions, he still didnt clearly explain it. Even with cheat sheets the class average was still below passing.

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MATH2121
Mar 31, 2005

Trys very hard to make it easy. He knows his stuff, he curves, drops the lowest test grade, and there is no homework. And he doesn't take attandence.

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MATH2283
Apr 1, 2005

This guy is hard! He drops the lowest test grade, but the average is usually really low (one time it was a 53) Half my class has tutors, and still no one knows what is going on!! He does offer extra credit, but no one ever gets it right... Take someone else if you can!!

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BUSINESSSTATS
Apr 2, 2005

Statistics is a hard class to begin with, but he teaches very well. My GPA sucks and I pass his tests, but I also study hard and go to class every day. He's very fair, but you have to WANT to learn the material. Also lets you have 3 cheat sheets and offers extra credit.

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MATH2283
Apr 4, 2005

Take someone else if you can. You'll find out the first day that he's not great for a prof. He seems VERY unclear with material. Teaches concepts while tests are analytical. GO TO CLASS EVERY DAY. No attendance, but you'll need every bit of notes you can get. Book sucks, but buy it for the charts.

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MATH2283
Apr 25, 2005

Is a really nice guy but cannot teach at all!! Does not give help even if you ask for it. Class averages never higher than a D. Unless you're naturally good at math don't take him!! Go to every class and take LOTS of notes!!! Material doesn't make sense at all.

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CALC2121
Apr 28, 2005

Yes, Ron is a nice guy. But he is a horrible teacher. He knows the material very well himself but is terrible at conveying it to students in an understandable manner. The fact that he drops the lowest test and does not take attendance does not make up for his incredibly weak teaching. Stay away!

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MATH2283
May 30, 2005

I would never take this teacher again, and I am not a negative person. He speaks so quickly and is so difficult as far as clarity in teaching. You will never want to go to class - and actually, you don't have to (no attendance) bc you will still not have a chance. On one of our test, as many: the class avg. was a 45! wtf?

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STATS
Jun 24, 2005

The average grad in his class was a low C. This is a sign that there is a problem with how he is teaching.

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2283
Jul 25, 2005

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MATH2283
Oct 5, 2005

Trust me I've taken Statistics with another teacher and you are lucky to have him. He is a great teacher and gives so many examples to help you learn the material. If you don't come to Stats class you will probably fail, so I think that's why he takes attendance now. He gives you three cheat sheets on each exam and 6 on the final.

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STAT2283
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Nov 1, 2005

Mr. Williams is a great teacher, he lets you use cheat sheets and he gives many examples. The class is not hard at all just as long as you go. Don't miss any notes!

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MATH2283
Dec 13, 2005

Class Averages on tests: 78, 58, 65, 60 .... I know buisness stats is a hard class, but I've seen other people's tests in other classes and they are much fairer than Professor Williams.

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MATH2283
Dec 17, 2005

It's a hard class but he gives a lot of examples in class and will try and clarify anything that you don't understand. There's a built in 20 points extra credit on every test and he lets you have a cheat sheet for the tests too.

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MATH2283
Mar 28, 2006

Williams is great. Bus. Stats is not easy to begin with. But he wants you to get a good grade. For each test there is 20 pts extra credit and you can bring 3 sheets (front and Back) of whatever you think will help you on each test. Final you get 6. Hw is online and you can take it as much as you want. But you still need to study. I got an A.

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MATH2283
Apr 3, 2006

I took the class and the teacher works very fast. The material is very hard so you must study everyday just to keep up. I went to him for extra help several times and he wasn't much help at all, he gets fustrated if you don't understand the material and does not answer in a way that will help (just gives you the answer). lets you use a cheat scheet

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MATH2283
May 3, 2006

Business Statistics is a very hard class. The class average on the final was a D. Study for the class all the time and you will do well, hopefully. He teaches the material so fast... alot of notes and don't miss class or you will be behind.

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STATISTICS
May 5, 2006

Fair professer. You do have to work out the homework and go to class to understand the material, it is not just given to you. You get out of it what you put into it. He is available to help you out when asked.

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MATH1065
Nov 1, 2006

Maybe a good person but is a Horrible teacher. he made me want to change my major to a 'Collge Math Professor" b/c he gets paid for doing nothing! He is hard to understand b/c he doenst knwo hoe to teach the material and the class average is always VERY LOW!!! Try to get another teacher if you have him!!

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MATH1065
Nov 5, 2006

One of the Worst Teachers I have ever had the displeasure of meeting

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MATH1065
Nov 14, 2006

he really is the worst math teacher ive ever had. i would not recommend him to anyone..........ever

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MATH1065
Dec 4, 2006

if you have him as a teacher - run. he is the WORST teacher i have ever had in my life...i seriously asked him a question and his response was "i dont know what youre asking me" and moved on with me still behind! he does not respond to emails. attendance is not mandatory, so i stopped going.

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MATH2283
Dec 11, 2006

Class is okay. He tries to be funny but he reminds me of Al Borlan from Home Improvement with his flannel shirts. If you go to class and write down every problem that he writes on the board and then make sure you have all of those problems on your cheet sheet, then it's an easy A.

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MATH2283
Dec 14, 2006

Williams is one of those teachers that is to smart to teach. He is not helpful, looks at you like an idiot when you ask questions. Probably the worst teacher ECU has to offer in Stats. Don't take this guy, waste of money. He should be fired!

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ALGEB1065
Dec 15, 2006

Don't get me wrong, he's a very nice guy and love anything that has to do with math..but he's not a very good TEACHER. If you have a question that's not directly related o the numbers written on the board, he does not know how to answer it. Not an easy class. No extra credit, not curve.

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MATH044
Dec 18, 2006

is there anything good to say about him? I dont think so. HARD class and he is NOT helpful at all. He does answer e-mailes but thats all he does to help peopel. Doesnt teach good, is Very boring, is a smart ass. a different teacher is the only thing to make this class better!! DONT TAKE HIM if you like your high GPA.

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MATH2283
Mar 9, 2007

I am in his statistics class this semester and I am enjoying it. I think he is very straight foreward and as long as you take notes you can use them on the exam. Math is not my strong subject, but I have an A in his class. I would reccommend him to anyone!

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MATH2283
Apr 22, 2007

I thought he was very patient considering students with no desire to be in the class, and those who ask stupid questions in an attempt to irritate him. Never used the text book - used my notes to create cheat sheets. Tests are exactly like homework. Built in 20 points extra credit on all tests.

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MATH1074
Apr 30, 2007

Mr. Williams does his job, and if you dont do yours as a student you should fail. Put forth effort if you want to do well. However, Mr. Williams drops your lowest test grade, allows test corrections that pull your grade up a lot. Also, he gives a 20% increase on some of the tests. About 90% of the people downgrading him caused their own fate.

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MATH2283
May 3, 2007

He is a nice guy, but the stuff he goes over in class is simple compared to what is actually on the exams, 2 of the 3 exams class average was in the 50's as well as the final. no curve. he lets you have cheat sheets, but honestly they do no good because the questions are insanely different from what was actually covered.

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MATH2119
May 23, 2007

This is a horrible teacher!! If I had to do it over again ..I would NOT come to ECU just because of how bad the math department stinks here. The math department is arragant and admistration does't give a flip here at ECU. I would fire EVERYONE in the math dept if I had the power to do so.

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MATH2283
Jun 14, 2007

AWFUL instructor, asked for extra help the first day of class and if he could recommend a tutor, got no help form this guy. He is just here to collect his pay check, try to take someone else!

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MATH1065
Nov 8, 2007

He's really not that bad. I had to teach myself most of it though with Course Compass. Assigns a good bit of homework and it pops up at weird times so you have to kind of keep checking to see if there's new homework - even if you haven't been to class. I earned a B on tests, but got an A. He says he doesn't curve so I guess it was the HW-Do your HW

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MATH1083
May 3, 2008

WICKED NICE GUY BUT HE DOSEN'T TEACH THE MATH SO MUCH AS HE REPEATS WHAT YOU LEARNED ( AND FOR GOT) IN HIGH SCHOOL :( do the home work and STUDY!!!

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MATH1083
May 8, 2008

Doesnt actually teach ne thing all he does is do practice problems on the board..unorganized..but the class isnt really that bad..3 tests and a final..grades generously..final has a possible 120 points on it so its not to bad..I made a B in the class but a lot of my friends failed..really bad..must study

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MATH1065
Sep 17, 2008

This professor is a nice guy but extremely hard to understand, the online assignments are very difficult so study your notes. I wouldn't recommend this class but i do recommend that you study and ask questions... i still don't get him

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MATH1065
Oct 9, 2008

horrible prof. all he does is do practice problems on the board, and every time u try to talk to him about a question he didn't do on the board he never answers.

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MATH1065
Oct 12, 2008

This guy is an awful teacher. He goes was too fast and teaches nothing. All he does is practice problems and they never help. My class average is below a 50. GET OUT B4 ITS TOO LATE!!!!!!

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MATH1065
Nov 2, 2008

TERRIBLE professor. I have to teach myself. He does a bunch of problems on the board and goes to fast, and is not helpful. I have a 50 right now and hardly anyone shows for class.

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MATH1065
Dec 6, 2008

This dude is coked out of his mind. All he does is write on the board and talk to himself. He doesn't explain anything, and if you go to him for help, you better know how to speak crackaneese, because he sounds like he just got out of rehab, and I'm not talking about the rehab lounge.

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MATH1083
Dec 15, 2008

Useless teacher. doesnt explain anything. does problems on the board. goes way too fast. i had to teach myself everything i learned. nobody shows up for class. terrible teacher. do not recommend him at all.

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MATH1065
Jan 7, 2009

He is a great professor. If you actually come to class and try then you will do just fine. I started off doing great and had an "A" but I slacked off and finally ended up with a "B". I should have got a "C" and was only one point away from a "B" so Mr. Williams helped me out since I was at most classes. He is very smart and very helpful. TAKE HIM!!

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MATH1065
Jan 10, 2009

He doesnt explain anything i went to class everyday and still got a D. He is horrible!

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MATH1083
Feb 28, 2009

Mr. Williams was an awesome professor. I had questions every day and I asked him to help me work out the problems that were going to be on our exams and upcoming quizzes, and he worked them out for me. He was awesome and was always there helping me when I needed him.

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MATH1065
Apr 1, 2009

he is terrible do not take him whatever you do, i went to class everyday and learned nothing... doesn't make any sense find a better teacher while you still can

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MATH1083
Apr 29, 2009

Utterly useless. Does example problems on the board relentlessly without explanation. Gives pop quizzes, no extra credit opportunities, and very difficult exams (no curve). On the other hand, all the online quizzes he assigns are fairly easy, but they amount to a small portion of your grade. If you get him, good luck, you'll need it.

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MATH1083
May 17, 2009

Mr. Williams has great mathematical expertise. His grading is tough but fair. Review the problems numerous times because his tests often feature difficult problems based on the problems he outlines in class. The only criticism that I can level is that his oration is oftentimes soft and unintelligible.

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MATH1083
Sep 13, 2009

He is a good teacher overall. He's funny and will help you any time you ask for it. The only problem is sometimes he leaves out things in the notes that we need to know for the quizzes. I'm sure it is unintentional and he will help right away if you ask, but we need that info for the quizzes we have to complete. Some of it is also not in the text.

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MATH1065
Oct 27, 2009

DO NOT take him. I am good at algebra and still did not do well because he confused the mess out of our class and is not a good teacher. He is a "math geek" which makes it difficult for him to bring it down to our level. Get any other professor but him!

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MATH1065
Dec 10, 2009

I personally do not like his teaching style. He goes over the material too fast! you can't even finish writing it down before he's going to the next thing. I didn't like his class.

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MATH1083
Dec 31, 2009

31 out of 43 students made a D or F out of my class. The worst teacher I have ever seen in my life. I have made an A in every math class I have ever taken and I failed his class. DO NOT TAKE HIM IF YOU WANT TO PASS!

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MATH1065
Jan 11, 2010

If you want to recieve a D or F in a math class, I suggest his class. I took it this past semester and got a 62% and JUST PASSED. However, most of the people in my failed. His online homework is IMPOSSIBLE, his tests are ridiculous and I highly suggest getting another teacher!

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MATH1083
Mar 25, 2010

He is very hard and unclear with what the test will be on. I made an A but most people failed his class. I already new the materrial. If strugling with math do not take him.

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MATH1083
Mar 26, 2010

I love Ron! I've struggled with math my entire life and I passed with a C. As long as you go to him for tutoring, ask questions, and make an effort to do your homework, you should pass with nothing less than a C. I made Ds & Fs on the first few exams, a B- on the homework, and a C- on the final and he gave me a C because he said I tried. Great man!

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MATH1083
Apr 1, 2010

Does not help at all! Expects you to know how to do everything yourself.

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MATH1083
Apr 19, 2010

He is a very bad teacher. He is very unclear, he speeds through lectures with little explanation. Super boring, and he has bad jokes. Also he teaches as if you have the same level of knowledge as he is. There is no breakdown. And the test are hard. Overall he is a poor professor. I would suggest to not take him!

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MATH1065
Apr 29, 2010

His is pretty nice, but not the best professor in the world. The online homework often has nothing to do with what we went over in class, or what was on our tests. The tests realy aren't too bad, as long as you study. He is also always willing to help. I am not sure if I would take him again, though.

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MATH2283
May 2, 2010

I would suggest taking him. This is a hard class no matter who you take. Ron is a little unclear at times but he is just doing his job. He is very lenient on grading though, especially for tests. Attendance is not mand. but you should go.

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MATH1083
May 9, 2010

Mr. Williams was a horrible professor. He doesn't teach. He knows the material really well but he sucks at explaining it. He also LOVES to stump the class with hard problems. I wouldn't take him...He sucked.

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MATH1083
May 9, 2010

Mr. Williams really sucked. He does example problems all class, that you won't see on the exams or in hw's. He really sucked. He's such a loser, you can see it thrill him to trick some students. He made me so mad, he flies though problems you cant even write them down. Worst professor by far and first class I ever failied at ecu (and I'm a junior)

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MATH1065
May 18, 2010

ANY QUESTIONS?

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1083001
Jul 23, 2010

This guy is very nice and if you have questions he will answer them. He uses a tablet lap top an puts all the notes done in class on Bb and has extra credit on test. He is very fair clear spoken guy. I took his class over the summer.

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MATH1065
Aug 26, 2010

He is a smart guy... He knows the material....we don't.. his job is to teach us. He doesn't do his job he comes in and does math in front of your face. that's all. worst teacher ever

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MATH1065
Dec 9, 2010

I just want to start by saying he is very nice. He wants to help, but he's not very good at it. He Teaches very fast and asks if you have any questions and then instantly moves on. I am not the best student when it comes to math but I think he could better also. I am preparing for final now :(

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MATH1065
Dec 19, 2010

Mr. Williams is a nice man but although he knows math he does not know how to teach it. I use to be an A student in math but while taking his class I felt lost and wish he would have been able to teach better. If you are good at math you may do well but I suggest taking someone else.

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MATH2228
May 17, 2011

I wouldn't recommend taking him unless you've taken a statistics class before... that's the only way I survived. He knows what he's talking about, but he doesn't know how to teach it to people who have no idea whats going on. Class notes go up on blackboard but they're not all that organized. Lots of extra credit though!

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ALG1065
Sep 11, 2011

He comes in, does math in front of your face, FAST, to where you can't even copy, claims he doesn't have time to explain the problems, and half the time, doesn't use his microphone, so you can't hear him in the lecture hall. TERRIBLE teacher. I'm an A student, and I'm failing his class.

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MATH1065
Nov 2, 2011

He doesn't teach the material well. You pretty much teach youself. He grades you on participation and hw/quizzes are online. Not helpful if you don't understand material and tests are 15 multiple choice questions in which you have to show all work for. Good class if you are good at teaching yourself and expect a lot of busy work.

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MATH1065
Nov 15, 2011

He is weird as all get out. If you're awful at math I wouldn't recommend taking him. If you're good at basic algebra you'll be fine. I got a 98 in his class. But again he's weird and I dreaded going to his classes. He DOES take attendance and trust me, it sucked.

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MATH1065
Nov 22, 2011

He's not a bad guy. Kind of reminds me of Henry Winklers charachter out of the Waterboy. A little quirky but a nice guy. Do well on my math lab, go to class and STUDY, one bad test will mess you up. Dont expect him to pass you just because you show up, but pay attention and take notes, youll be fine.

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MATH2228
Feb 3, 2012

He's a cool dude--I've always been horrible at math and hate the subject, but he explains it very clearly and understandably. MyMathLab is the primary source of grades and we have more than one attempt to take them. I will always hate math but at least he loves what he does and is helpful.

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MATH1065
Apr 26, 2012

You NEED to go to class because attendance factors into your grade and if you don't you probably won't know how to do any of the work. He doesn't explain exactly how to do problems just kind of writes them down and you have to teach yourself. But overall as long as you look at your notes you should be fine.

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MATH2283
Apr 30, 2013

Goes through notes fast, but puts all of them online. Really easy to learn yourself if youre decent at math. No attendance policy on syllabus, but takes attendance. Pretty helpful, lets students ask as many questions as they want. 3 formula sheets for tests, 6 on final. 20 question tests, so it's easy to get a bad grade if you miss more than 5.

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MATH1065
Oct 22, 2013

He goes over notes super fast and if you don't understand something you can basically forget it. As long as you go to the CAVE, you'll pass. He takes attendance and he has a super weird sense of humor, but he's friendly.

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MATH1066
Nov 13, 2013

Goes way too fast over his notes and will give you attitude at times when you ask for help. Extremely hard to keep up with him and understand what he is going over. Uses mymathlab and does not teach you the things that will be on the online tests. Unless you are extremely good at math or willing to teach yourself, do not take him.

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MATH1066
Dec 3, 2013

Mandatory to attend class yet so pointless. Spends a week on one thing then a day on another lesson but the whole test will be on the one day lesson. That's if you're lucky and he actually puts material from class on the test. Do not take.

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MATH1066
Dec 11, 2013

TERRIBLE TEACHER! Goes over the notes so quickly that you have no time to learn and then uses material that is 10x harder than what you learned for the exams. DO NOT TAKE THIS TEACHER

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MATH1066
Dec 14, 2013

Goes over notes WAY TOO FAST! He is not helpful, I learned more from my math tutor and by teaching myself through our online program. DO NOT TAKE HIM!

4.0
2.0
MATH1065
Apr 30, 2014

he's a really nice professor. make sure you ask questions if you dont understand something. he DOES ask if you understand the question and if no one answers he will move on. i thought he explained things clearly

1.0
5.0
MATH1066
Grade: B-
May 5, 2014

He expects people to understand what he's teaching prior to the lesson and has little to no skills at explaining mathematical concepts. I would highly recommend you not take this professor

2.0
4.0
MATH1066
May 8, 2014

He is strict with attendance, so go to class. He doesn't teach math at all. Your pretty much teaching yourself. His final is super hard and nothing like his previous tests. Hes a nice guy and all, but he doesn't really teach. He will drop three of your lowest quiz grades and replace your lowest test grade with your final test score.

2.0
5.0
MATH1066
Grade: C-
May 8, 2014

Worst professor I have had at ECU. I had to go to the tutoring center once a week to understand the material because he did not do a good job of explaining in class. His classes are mandatory. He writes things on the board but does not explain what he is doing.

2.0
4.0
MATH1066
Grade: D+
May 9, 2014

Attendance is mandatory and for no good reason because he goes too fast to even keep up. Literally went to the tutoring center 2-3 days a week to even keep up. I don't know if he's a terrible teacher but he's not a good one and I don't recommend anyone take him if math isn't your strong suit. The final is absurdly hard, find another teacher!

4.0
4.0
MATH2283
Oct 29, 2014

Williams is a bit of an oddball, but he's actually very nice, and very helpful. I failed his class the first time, but it's because I didn't ask for help or actually go to class. Unless you're a stats genius, you actually HAVE TO GO to class in order to get a passing grade. Also, he does some amazing extra credit during the summer sessions.

1.0
5.0
MATH1066
Grade: C-
Dec 10, 2014

NEVER AGAIN! Not a good class at all. He was not helpful and did not explain what he wrote on the board. If you want to pass the class, spend A LOT of time in the torturing center and go to church and pray.

4.0
3.0
MATH2283
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2014

I had stats with him and I am so not a math person but still got an A-. He is really knowledgeable and very helpful in making students understand the material too. Stats is a tough subject but he made it manageable. You also get cheat sheets on every test. Don't skip class though because it can make a difference in your grade.

2.0
5.0
MATH2283
Grade: B-
Dec 17, 2014

Math is my strong suit, but he made it hard for me to understand. He went over the information too fast and assumed that everyone learned at the same rate. Final is hard. Wouldn't recommend him.

1.0
5.0
MATH1065
Grade: Incomplete
Feb 11, 2016

He is absolutely awful. If you get one thing wrong on the course pack page, you get a zero for participation. PARTICIPATION means you participated. It does not mean everything was ACCURATE. I've never had a teacher who wants his students to fail this much. DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS!

2.0
4.0
MATH1065
Feb 11, 2016

TERRIBLE teacher. He gave me a 0 for participation twice because I got one problem wrong on the course pack page. I was in class on time, I did all the work, I turned my course pack page in, and I STILL got a zero. I do not recommend him AT ALL.

2.0
4.0
MATH1065
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 27, 2016

Is not clear with grading or feedback.

2.0
5.0
MATH1065
Apr 27, 2016

Hated this class!!! He gave me lots of zeros for getting one problem on my course packet page wrong as well as paraphrasing questions from the online lessons. Show up to class cause you'll get zeros for participation if you don't. Don't take this class with him!

5.0
4.0
ALGEB1065
Grade: B
May 4, 2016

Math 1065 is the worst course I've ever taken. It is the reason for many students' failures and should be redesigned with more class time and less cave time. However, Williams is a great teacher and is there to help you if you ask for it. He is very thorough and quick with an email reply.

1.0
5.0
MATH2228
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Omg, I hated this class with so much passion. So not only was this Elementary Stats course anything BUT elementary. It really did not help having a professor that just assumes your a stats master, he was never clear with the material! Take this course with anyyyyyybody else that's available.

4.0
3.0
MATH1065
Grade: B
Apr 24, 2017
Would take again

This class is pretty much done outside of class. Mr. Williams explains things well enough. If you need more help, he is there to help. But most of your grades come from the work you do in the math cave and how you do on your tests.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
3.0
ALG1065
May 11, 2017
Would take again

I thought he was a really great professor. Went through the problems and was pretty straight forward about it. Even showed a couple of extra ways to approach problems that you could use. Definitely go to class because well IT COUNTS and where most of your basic learning is done. He always asks if anyone needs further explanation after problems.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
5.0
MATH2283
Grade: C-
Jun 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

First of all I never missed a single day of class and still failed this class by one point. I hated this class with a passion so the fact I showed up every single day and paid attention I would have thought that would have helped. Plus his test were harder than all of the practice problems and what he taught us which really sucked.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
MATH2283
Grade: C+
Aug 4, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Took this online during the summer. Hard class to take compacted into 30 days, but not impossible. Homework load was unbelievable, and has assignments due on Fridays and Saturdays opposed to giving you until Sunday to do it all. Only drops 3 lowest homeworks, 2 exams are 25% and the final is 35%, allows a cheat sheet. Class could be a lot easier.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
4.0
3.0
MATH1074
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2017
Would take again

Professor Williams is a good guy, he tends to go faster than what the majority need in class but if you ask him to slow down he will do that for you. The best thing about this class is that he allows you to have a "cheat sheet" to write formulas or whatever you think you will need to use during a test. He's about as good as a math professor can get

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Tests are tough
Would take again
1.0
4.0
STAT2283
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 29, 2018
Wouldn't take again

awful class, about to drop the class. Just awful

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
2.0
MATH2283
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Williams is an amazing teacher! He really breaks stats down into examples that you can understand and if you need him to slow down during a slide, he will do that. He lets you have a half page "cheat sheet" for each test which can have anything on it that can help you with the test. If you fail this class you just aren't trying lol

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
MATH2283
Apr 16, 2019
Would take again

I hate that Mr Williams gets the rap he does, he is a very good stats professor. He is extremely knowledgeable in the subject matter, and is willing to help you if need be. His lectures are not the most entertaining, but it's hard teaching math to anyone. Only complaint I have is with Pearson Statlab, if you don't like online work, avoid.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH2283
Grade: B+
May 16, 2019
Would take again

I was able to spend more time with Mr Williams than usual, seeing as how I had to retake his class. None of this is to blame on his teaching ability, purely my first semester of not showing up to class. The second semester I had him, I missed only one day and paid attention to all lectures. Class is truly easy and I wish I could take him again!

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
MATH2283
Grade: C+
Oct 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Only reason I didn't click "skip class? you won't pass" was because you would probably be better off skipping and studying by yourself. He reads the slides word for word and assigns 5 assignments the night before each exam. Its very hard to understand what he is talking bout half the time, I highly recommend taking your education somewhere else.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH2283
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Get your lube ready cause this guys gonna rail you pretty hard, the test are nothing like any of the homework or practice test, he let's you bring a cheat sheet but you can copy an entire practice test and it won't help... can't speak for any other professors but this is the lowest grade I have ever got

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
MATH2283
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I had to teach myself literally everything, tests are worded horribly and are much worse than the homework assignments. Cannot access past assignments to study for the final. 0/10. Do not do it.

3.0
4.0
MATH2283
Dec 11, 2019
Would take again

Very boring professor but gives good examples in class. When you ask questions or for help in class not much is given. Attendance is taken every class. Practice tests are very similar to the actual tests which saved my grade. Not super hard class in general, but you have to put effort in.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
MATH2283
Grade: D+
Dec 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Had to take this class a prereq for some of my other business classes. Don't waste your time if you have to do the same, try to get a different professor. Notes are on PowerPoints and he just reads from the slides (mono-toned). He's not that helpful when asked questions about the homework/test. The homework and tests are nothing like each other.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
3.0
3.0
MATH2283
Grade: B
Dec 11, 2019
Would take again

Mr. Williams is a great person, but maybe not the greatest professor. The class, Stats for Business, may be somewhat difficult at times, but he understands that and gives quite a few extra credit opportunities. I recommend taking him if possible, just stay on top of his assignments and you should get an A.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
STAT2283
Jan 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Worst class I ever took. Professor doesnt care or has no type or sympathy for your grade. You either get it or you dont point blank Period! You can write the whole study guide on the cheat sheet your allowed to use and still make a D on the test.

1.0
5.0
MATH2283
Apr 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Never made below a B in college and failed this class. Went to class everyday and he wouldnt work with me. He is probably the worst teacher I have ever had. I normally dont do these reviews but he was that bad. Dont take his class!

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH2283
Grade: A-
Apr 24, 2020
Would take again

He makes available 3 previous semester exams explaining each answer. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THEM. He will use a lot of the same questions just with different numbers. Half page cheat sheet allowed, I recommend putting examples of how to do each problem on there. He isn't bad. Take practice tests and the previous semester ones, they are very similar!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH1065
Grade: A
Apr 24, 2020
Would take again

Stat is a very hard class but I worked really hard and was able to pull out an A. Ron gives out many practice tests that are very similar to the real test which is very helpful.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
STAT2283
Grade: A
Aug 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

HARDEST class EVER. I'm an A student,but highest grade I'd got on a test? 50 something. Talked to advisor so seriously abt dropping, cried often. He's accessible outside of class, in class? a nightmare, will even laugh at you. Only got grade I did bc finals weighted so heavily & I studied for 35+hrs,made A solely bc tutoring center & Christ himself

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MATH2283
Grade: C+
Sep 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Horrible teacher. I had him online and if you have a problem good luck. Doesn't tech you about stats just gives you homework and you figure it out on your own. Don't take!!!

Graded by few things
1.0
4.0
MATH2283
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR. He makes you feel dumb for asking a question. He does not care about his students and their doing in the class whatsoever. Seems like he is only there to get paid. Worst professor/teacher i have ever had in my life. I usually excel at math courses but the highest grade i have gotten is a 60 after immense studying.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MATH2283
Dec 13, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He is a terrible professor, took the practice final on mylab and then went into the final and barely anything was on there, always said having fun to the class when nothing made sense. Felt like if i were to ask a question in class he would just look at me like i was stupid, thinks that everyone has the same level of stats knowledge as him.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
MATH2283
Dec 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Professor Williams teaches off of PowerPoint Slides. He does give you lots of chances for bonus points in the way that his rubric is set up. Hard class to learn off of PowerPoint.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
MATH2283
Dec 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

HARDEST class ever!! He teaches off of PowerPoint slides and stats is already a difficult class. Homework was on Statlab and did give practice tests that counted toward grades. The way he grades does give the opportunity for extra credit. He does not really teach the material and it is up to you to learn the material

Lots of homework
Test heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
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