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Ross is the best math teacher I have ever had. Period.

Good and very helpful

Ross is a unique guy and may not suit everyone, but I really like him. I have "math issues" and he has really, really, helped. I will take the rest of my math from him.

I don’t know if I was in the same 95 class as the others, but Ross was the best math teacher I have ever had. He is the first one to explain where this stuff might be needed. He finally explained where math is used in life and other classes. He didn’t give much work back, but we could redo the exams

Ross was awesome. He was really clear and would spend hours with me outside of class. This was my second time taking the class and if I had ross the first time I wouldn’t have had to taken it twice. I cant see how anyone could call him abrubt and callous. Take him if you want to learn

Really helped me overcome a big fear of math. I am actuall looking forward to algebra. He is a little too excited about math but this makes him fun and he is really helpful. I wish I could have him every term.

I was sure that I would always suck at math, but I got an A in Rosses class! He made it interesting and helped to break it down into small pieces. Now a am in math 60 and it is easy so far. Ross changed everything. Best teacher ever!

I took Ross for most of the calculus series at PSU. He was one of the best Professors that I ever had. Whenever I needed to use calculus in my engineering classes I always seemed to have an advantage over everyone else and I remembered the way Ross taught/explained it. It is really helpful to have someone that relates the material to other areas.

Awsome instructor!! Very clear and helpfull. Ross made this the most interesting math class that I have ever had. (but I still hate the identies!!) Highly recomend.

Ross Rocks! He made it all make sence despite the book. The other students in my 112 class wished they had taken ross.

Really hard class. They expect us to get through to many sections. Ross was great. He was always so much clearer than the book. He really cares and even gives out his cell number. He always spent time going over something if you needed help. MTH 95 is not a class for slackers, but dont blame a great teacher if you dont want to do the work.

Ross is the best! I wish I still had him. He even met to help me even though I am not in his class anymore. I wish I was still inhis class.

Ross wasthe best teacher I have ever had. He was really clear and heplful. He is really good at relating the math to real world. I like how he also talks about the history. I recomend him.

If you have a hard time with math, take Ross's class. You will not be disappointed. I over came my fear of Math, I got a B for the first time EVER! He is willing to meet you anytime for help.. Great man, Great teacher.

Good, but hard. Gives a buttload of work.

very nice. really cares.

Ross actually explains things. He was very good at getting me to understand what was going on. It was nice to have a math class that made sense so I understood there was a reason for doing all this work. I highly recommend him.

Finally a great teacher. I have always struggled with math (had to take 60 twice), but Ross finally made it make sense. He came in on his days off to help students and let us redo to exams for more points. I wish he wrote the book because he makes a lot more sense. He is much harder than my other teachers, but actually makes it easier.

Ross definetly can ramble. He is so excited about math and wanting you to learn and understand. He shows multiple ways of doing the same problem, which at times can be confusing. He's more than willing to meet you at almost any time and answered his phone on weekends!! I want him for all my classes.

He is the best math teacher ever. I've never liked math or had an A in math. He makes it understandable. I wish he could always be my math teacher!

Ross’ tests were too long, but he graded them easy and let us redo them for more points. He spent too much of the class teaching what we learned from in math 65 because a lot of people didn’t know it. Overall, a good teacher. I just would have liked more new material and less reteaching what we learned in the previous class.

he isn't that good a teacher. i am severely stressed out. he assigns homework that he hasn't covered in class and gets upset because there are a lot of questions at the next class.

Best math teacher I ever had. Unlike many teachers he didn't care how we did the problems as long as they were algebraic and worked. He's good at explaining and I actually -understood- most of the material for once. He can talk a lot and his class isn't easy, but if you put in the effort and show up (and have pre-Algebra down) you should be fine.

Very helpful and is good at explaining the course work.

Very helpful.

clear lectures but can ramble. makes more sence than the book. does give a lot of homework!

Ross requires alot of you. His tests are hard but you can do them and the redos are nice. He really makes the class fun and is the best teacher at applying the math to the real world. I never thought I would say a math class is fun. Not good if you just want to get through the class. Good if you want to learn math!

Ross is very enthusiastic about math however, he rambles about irrevelant topics and saves the most important topic for the last part of class. He rushes through the material and spends too much time explaining one concept. He loves math but his teaching skills aren't too great. If you need help go to him or call him. He was helpful in this aspect.

Really hard but does a good job of preparing you for the next class. he made math 95 easy! Lectures are clear but does like to tell stories.

As long as you are moyivated to learn the material, you will do well in Ross's class. He does assign a lot of work and his tests are hard, but in this way the material is driven into your head.His teaching style in combination with the tutoring center is all you need to actually LEARN math. If you just want to pass then find a different teacher.

Compared to the other Math instructors that I've dealt with since (whom I were all rated much higher) I found Ross's teaching style to be extremely effective with the way my mind worked at least. All of the concepts he taught were explained in a vivid manner that made math exciting. His program was well thought out and balanced.

At first I was not happy with the way he was teaching, but now I realize his method and am into it. We would be lost without his handouts (they are great). The book sucks. He is always available to help and does care. In the end I know a lot more than a friend in another class. So he is hard but good.

I like him, he makes the class a bit more interesting with history and talking. He is very open to help and taking questions.

Ross is hard but good. He should write the book because it sucks. He has a good way of explaining things. He also is the first teacher to show me where the math is used and has some cool demos. His tests are long and challenging but straight forward. He should work on being neater on the board.

I thought Ross was interesting, but wasn't sure why he was so insistent certain things. I really liked all the history and always showing real world examples. Now that I am in calculus I realize how good he was and wish I had taken him instead. But PSU is alot more fun than PCC.

He is very accessible if you have problems, even giving out his cell #. He knows his stuff but isn't for everyone. Tries to be encouraging but is unintentionally intimidating. Storms into class, usually late, with his bag of markers and immediately starts scribbling on the board. Made me anxious, even though he tries to be fun and interesting.

He's a good teacher, if you're a good student.

Ross is very passionate about math. He is a hard teacher, but if you do the work and don't miss classes, you'll pass. I had him for math 20 and 60, my first two terms back in college. When I was struggling he was always available for help and would make exceptions if he knew you were trying hard. Wish he was teaching 65 next term. He'll be missed.

I had Ross for 112 and came back for 251 because his passion about the subject was one of the only things that got me through it. He is one of the only teachers at PCC that values academic rigor, and I appreciate that, but his courses will also take over your life. On the plus side, algebra is no longer my sworn enemy.

Ross is great and passionate about math. Really explained things well. I am bummed he is not teaching here now. My main complaint was that he kept helping the same people that were not doing the work and that slowed the class down. his exams have no surprises but are long and challenging.

This was the best math class I have ever had. I have always hated math before, but the math we did was interesting. Too bad all the math classes to get to this one are so stupid.

Cool class. Ross looks at math differently than any of my other teachers. Showed interesting side of math.

I miss Ross. In his class I thought he was interesting but challenging. Now in my math 111 class i realize what he was doing. This class seems pretty easy and see how well he prepared me.

Ross was really good but hard. his tests were hard, but he pretty much told you what was going to be on it and let us do what he called a redo to get more points back. not good if you don't care or want an easy grade.

Ross is awesome! He explains things really clearly and encourages students to get in touch when help is needed, giving several different ways to do so. He breaks down difficult concepts in a simple way and is always happy explaining why. He's a great teacher, and his love for math is infectious. Highly recommended!

Like last poster said. Don't take if you want an easy A but Ross was the best teacher i had. I learned alot and the class was almost fun.

Ross is great person, but he is not the best teacher. Quizzes are hard, midterms HARDER. He doesn't grade homework. He is helpful outside of class though. Do your homework, come see him and put a lot of time into the class - this way you pass it.

Ross grades hard but fair. He cares about student success, and is totally available during and outside of class. He wants everyone to get it, so he is welcoming of questions and will explain things several times in several ways until you get it. However, he does teach difficult subjects, so do the homework, even if it's not required to turn in.

Ross was the hardest but most interesting math teacher I ever had. Relates math to the real world. really available for help. I even called him on the weekends.

Ross is definitely not the easiest teacher. Do not take him if you just want to cruise over the class without putting hard work on it. But if you want to see math related to the real world and to be challenged and really learn math,he is the right teacher.He is also very helpful and really cares about his students' success.But you have to care too!

Great teacher! He reignited my interest in math (after it died out from a series of bad professors). He makes math fun and interesting, you actually will want to go to class!

Ross is very nice and helpful. He has VERY open office hours and you can call him whenever. He wants his students to succeed! BUT, he takes roll, NO PHONES allowed, a quiz a day (which you will never get back), very fast paced, prepare to study a TON and be in fear of the 3 huge tests. I struggled a lot but I do know the material now. Be prepared!

Ross was a good teacher and I felt like I really understood what Math really was. He was always available to help. Homework was not given back until the end of the course, quizzes were few and far between, and there are only 3 tests. Ross was very flexible with how you solved and thankfully did not have a specific form he wanted you to follow.

He is chaotic with his teaching but it makes sense. He is also very funny, so it makes class interesting. The class I was in he graded on a curve so it made for good grades. Homework was not mandatory but is super helpful if you want an A. Also very helpful as a teacher, he wants to help his students.

Ross is an interesting teacher. He is very funny and knows alot about the background history of math. Ross grades very leniently and gives alot of extra credits (on parts you did well on the exam). However, Ross is sometimes unprepared for the lecture and makes the whole class puzzled.

Ross is really easy to get along with if you show respect. He leaves it up to you on whether or not you succeed. If you ask for help, he'll be there 100%. Some classes drag on and you have to remind him to take a break between hours, but overall, he's easy going and knows his stuff!

Ross is a great teacher, funny, generous with extra credit, helpful and very clear during class.

Ross is a dedicated and passionate teacher. He is enthusiastic about what he does and helps keep the classes attention. Practical use and context of formulas are also explained to help understand why the concepts are important. For anyone who has to take high levels of math I recommend him since you can take it all from only him.

Ross is a bit of a jump around teacher, but very inspirational, very wiling to help-- he even give you his phone number so he's always available to help you, and he goes all the way up through higher levels so you can always have him. Best teacher I'ver ever had, to be honest.

Ross is the most caring teacher I have had at PCC. He is dedicated to his work and is eager to help students in and out of class. I would definitely recommend his class. I would also advice going to his office whenever you have a hard time grasping concepts, don't wait till last minute. If you take your work seriously enough, you'll do great!

Ross really loves math and it shows! He really cares about his students, is always available for help and has homework that sets you up for success.

Sure he gets disorganized from time to time and we are always falling behind, but it is because he takes the time to make sure the class really understands the material. If we had gotten one more week, we would have been caught up. Most in depth math teacher I have ever had and I appreciate him for it.

Im not sure where all this bad feedback is coming from. I think he teaches a lot of prerequisite classes and people who dont want to take math are pumped through. Visit Ross in his office hours, and he will make any concept clear. Super passionate about his work.

Mountains of homework and tons of using the textbook, but genuinely funny and caring individual willing to 100% help you outside of class. Will tangent a ton, and is really disorganized, but he tells you upfront what he expects from the students and the class. Can be hard to follow along with, but I found the class engaging and fun.

Ross was a bit disorganized at times but he is a great instructor. He really knows how to break down complex concepts and is easily accessible outside of class. Do beware of the amount of HW he will assign, but just know its for your own learning. Def want to take him for higher level classes!

Ross is the best teacher I have ever had. He cares so much about his students, and somehow makes calculus riveting and philosophical. Hes so willing to work with you outside of class to improve your grade, and makes his expectations very clear!

Ross has a true passion for knowledge. Any student that actually aspires to understand math should take his class. He does teach fast but if you ask a question he is more than happy to make sure that you learn the material. Ross will give you his PERSONAL PHONE NUMBER. You can call or text him at any time with questions. Excellent instructor!

I only had math lab with Ross, but HAVE TO leave a review, because he is actually the best math teacher I have ever met. A lifelong math hater, I was extremely nervous walking into the lab. But Ross managed to help me understand everything by speaking my "language". It is thanks to him that I aced my MTH60 class this past term! Highly recommend!

I hate math! I used to hate math. Mr. Ross was such a pleasure and delight to have as a teacher. He really went out of his way to help me every week of the term. If teachers could give stickers, Mr. Ross would be that teacher. He really gave my confidence a major boost with the methods and suggestions he applied. You're going to love this teacher.

I'm surprised to see so many negative reviews on Ross. I took his class this last term. Yes he goes off topic and gets distracted. I loved him as a teacher though. I have never felt confident in math until learning from him. He is careful to go over in detail so that everyone understands. I'm taking another course from him this term, intentionally.

This class requires you to meet with him once a week very briefly to check in. There is no final. The only work for this class is the work that you do in ALEKS, a see paced program that is tailored to whatever math class that you are taking. You need to spend about 4 hours a week practicing in Aleks and you will pass the class.

Sticks to the text book and worksheets. Don't be afraid to ask questions! Some class work has you working with the people at your table.

Prior to taking this professors courses math was a subject that I not only dreaded but was not great in. He took the time to explain things to me in a way that I could understand. He cares immensely for each of his students and will go above and beyond to help you learn. All he asks is that you make the effort as well.

Ross is an amazing teacher and one of few that really cares. He is always available via phone (even in the middle of the night he says) and is willing to help or answer questions about anything. I just stayed with him for 2 hours after class just to get some basic help on my exam-redo, if you take the class you'll know what I mean. Highly Recommend

10/10 would take again

Very kind and understanding just make sure you do the homework

He may go off topic but, if you pay attention you'll do well and learn.