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Reviews (216)
Professor is hard to follow. When the class is failing, it is the teacher.
he is quite easy
Great teacher and even nicer person..very patient
very borrrrring...doesnt interact well with the class..never cracks a smile... nice guy but needs to lighten up and know who the students are!! without interaction its heard to learn
This teacher is very hard to understand. His teaching style is so confusing. He tells you one thing and then a few minutes later he teaches it a whole other way.I choose to not go and fail the class due to how frustrating this teacher was!
Teaches, extremely fast and not enough clarity. very hard to keep up with. Not a good teacher.
TWO WORDS "AWFUL PROFESSOR" IN EVERY SENSE OF THE WORD. NO JOKE. NO LIE. EXTREMELY CONFUSING!! WASTE OF MONEY, THANKS ALOT!! TAKE PROFESSOR ANOTHER PROFESSOR!!!
TERRIBLE!
Awesome teacher. He's very patient and always helps when you need it. A lot of teachers get annoyed fast, but he never does.
Beware of this professor, Do Not, I repeat, Do Not take his class. Extremely confusing, stutters over his words and seems very nervous and uncomfortable teaching. I dropped out of the class because of him and retook it with another prof and got a B.Please Beware of Boulware, Don't waste your money!!
He is a very nice guy. He gives extra credit for going to the math lab. He goes over everything. His test aren't mulitple choice but it's good because he'll give you credit for tring. Any questions he'll answer and gives enough time to study for test. Take him.
He is so great. Very nice and extremely patient, no matter how stupid you are. Gives homework and always gives review sheets for tests, going over everything you need to know.
Very smart a bit fast but pauses to make sure you understand. Overall pretty easy class.
He is very fast paced, but if you just pay attention you can keep up. He should lighten up a bit, but that might distract the students...he's such a hottie. If you have trouble in math and dont want to be challenged...take someone else.
I took him two years ago he was very nice. He did teach fast but always paused to make sure everyone understood. I was always in the math lab and when he was there he would help me out. Even when I had another teacher for statistics he helped me with that. all in all a good guy.
Mr. Boulware is a very nice man amd does all he can to help. Yes, you will have to go to class. I didn't do any homework and got a B! He goes over any question you have and explains exactlty what will be on the test. He isn't terrible and he knows his stuff.
Will do anything within his powers to help you understand the material. He spends hours upon hours at the math labs awaiting questions from students. At first I had a hard time adjusting to his teaching sytle. He displays some anxiety when teaching at times but that shouldn't hinder your learning.
I'm totally not a math person and he made it easy to understand and he was always willing to help. I definately recommend taking his class!!!
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Believe it or not i read these reviews before i took the class and they were awful. Sayin what a bad teacher he is and they all were wrong. He is GREAT he trys to make sure everyone undertands and is always asking for questions. He reviews test adn gives extra credit plus u dont have to go the HW but i would so you would grasp the material a litt
This class was really easy. Hes very helpful and would explain anything you ask him. Hes really cool and his exams are a breeze to pass.
Worst Professor! Looks very uncomfortable in front of class, your better off taking another teacher trust me!! Don't recommend! Get Campbell instead!
he is very very helpful and makes it his job that u understand everything he is trying to teach. he is an awesome teacher. he doesn't go on until you understand. he doesnt get frustrated if u need help he'll stop and explain...math is not my subject but he made it easy..
well, he knows his****. The only problem is, he knows it so well that he forgets that he's explaining it to people who aren't as math savy as he is. But he has no problem go over anything twice (or more). The tests are easy, you even get a practice test with answers. the only grades are tests though. He loves to say "Any questions?"
He's the BEST prof that I've ever had. You can go to his office without an appointment, and he'll answer all your questions within 15 minutes. He's in his office 4 days a week, and he keeps long hrs. His tests are easy and ONLY cover material given in homework. He practically tells you EXACTLY what is going to be on the test. He is very nice, too.
He's an EXCELLENT prof! Don't believe the bad ratings. You can go to his office without an appointment, and he'll answer ALL your questions within 15 min. His tests are easy and ONLY cover material given in homework. He practically tells you EXACTLY what is going to be on the test. I wish I'd took Calc 1,2,and 3 to him. He's patient and nice, too.
He saved my 4.0...I am incapable of doing math and he is the main reason I got through Intermidate Algebra/Algebra/Statistics so I'm indebted to him
He is fair. Prof B explains the material, is available in the lab if you have difficulties, and has a great sense of humor. He helped us when other instructors would of directed us to the lab to a tutor. Prof B cares about his students.
He is really a wonderful professor and he takes time out to ensure that you understand the material. If you do the homework then you will do great on his test. He is very patient and take time out to explain things to you if you don't understand. You can also visit his office without appointment if you need a A take this class.
This is the worst math professor. Take Kathleen Ali, trust me you will pass her class. He shakes in front of class, doesn't explain, doesn't answer your questions, lots of homework, hard fill in tests. Just horrible.
Great professor. Always available to help in math lab. Unlike my last professor who was allergic to the math lab. Need more teachers like Professor Boulware. He goes out of his way to help
he is a great professor (he does shake a little bit but that doesnt make him a bad professor) as long as you work for your grade by DOING the homework you'll be fine and he is very helpful!
I have only had him in the lab but I plan to take him for stats he is a very nice teacher and very smart
so very unclear.
doesn't need a word. He is the perfect professor whom every student wants...very helpful.
Negatives-Sometimes jumps around to quickly during explanations! Positives- Really nice, organized and helpful. Gives extra credit! 5 tests plus Final. Drops lowest test grade including Final. Highly Recommended!!!
His teaching was a bit too fast paced but other than that he's great. He listens to the class and will work with the students. If everyone does bad on a test he'll let you redo the Q's you got wrong for EC. He's SO helpfull and cares a lot about how you do.
Very good teacher, understanding, willing to help, and definitely recommendable.
I hadn't taken a math class in almost ten years and needed trig a prereq for sciences. Very nice and helpful. Not hard or easy just straightforward and fair. Put in the work and you can make your A.
Aside from him wearing his pants tucked into his socks, he is very confusing. We had an old teacher at first but after the hurricanes they switched teachers to him. That as well as hurricanes which made the class more difficult, but he moved along quickly and was confusing in general to me but very nice.
what a great prof. !! I wish he teaches every single classes in school.
AWESOME! definitely helpful. some of the material is hard but he simplifies it. prints out notes for most sections. always in the math lab. he can clarify and he always makes sure we understand the material. i wish all professors were like him. i DEFINITELY recommend him. if you can't at least pass his class....then your an idiot
How can anyone have anything negative to say about this guy? Always willing to help. Always in the math lab. Goes out of his way. Dont listen to the malcontents for probably failed because they were lazy!
He is good at what he do. is very helpfull test are easy. just attend class and study you are an A student. he drops the lowest test grade and their is a math project but its not bad.waste of time but 20% of ur grade
Calculus I (MAC2311): Overall a great instructor. He is very knowledgeable in math and gives good test reviews and extra credit points for attending math lab.
HE IS A GREAT PROFESSOR, BUT IF YOUR A LIL SLOW IN MATH, HE MIGHT GO A LIL TOO FAST FOR YOU. BUT HE IS VERY HELPFUL EVEN THOUGH I DROPPED HIM. BUT JUST COME TO CLASS AND PAY ATTENTION.
hes a great teacher. knows his stuff and very helpful. cares about students, and will break it down if u dont get it. altho hes a little fast, u can always ask questions individual he'll help u!
An excellent instructor who will answer EVERY question you could possibly have. He cares about his students and isn't hard at all (in terms of the difficulty of the subject). Definitely take him if you can! You won't find any better.
He is the best.He has a tendency to go a pretty fast through material, but he is pretty clear on the stuff he is explaining.If you have a question about anything he is showing you he will break down for you "abc" style.Attendance isnt manditory in his class,but the lectures reflect the tests well so going to class is important+he gives practicetest
...seriously, how can anyone have anything bad to say about him. he is super empathetic to students. he's not even snooty about beign a guru in math. he knows his stuff and will answer any questions no matter how off or basic they feel.
His class is very straight forward. He drops the lowest test grade including the final.
He is a very nice guy and he does try to help. The only thing i did not like is his test. YOu must show all work and right the answer.the tests are usually 10 questions so its very easy to get a bad grade
Professor Boulware is definitely good. He explains everything and makes it very easy for you. He is always willing to answer any questions you may have, and does not move on until everyone understands. Would highly recommend him to anyone!
great teacher. class is easy ifyou attend and take notes. math lab is really helpful if you dont understand something. he will also help you. gives extra credit if you goto lab. i got an A thanks to the lab and his help! makes math fun and easy! will definately take agaiN!!!!!!
This is the best math teaher i have ever had. im getting an "A" in his class. He makes the work straight forward and you will get it if you attend class. the tests were good too. the math lab is really helpful and so is mr. boulware. i would recommend him to everyone.:)))
best teacher ever ever ever. I took him for Stats and Trig. and I will continue to take him for any other Math courses that I may need to take. Cool guy and clear. He uses the entire period until the last second.
If you're taking any math class that he's teaching, take it with him. I am soooo bad at math, and he made it so easy to understand. I took him for Stats and Trig. I highly reccommend him. Especially if you're bad at math. He is an excellent teacher. He drops the lowest test score too, which makes it even better.
I suck at statistics but I still passed with an A-. He is really good at explaining though somtimes he speaks fast. Feel free to ask him questions during class and he will answer them. GO TO THE MATH LAB for extra credit!!! it will save your test scores!
I hate math. I hate math so much. But he helped me a lot. Personally, I don't recommend this class to anyone who doesn't need to. It was hard for me. But he was very helpful and made it less of a hell. He'll definently go over things a million times until you get it and I appreciated that. He's also ridiculiously nice.
Professor Boulware is the best. He could not make the class anymore fun. I usually do not like math but he made me love his class. I liked him so much he made me think about takeing another math class. I was sad to see the semester end because he was such a great teacher. I hugged him at the end of last class.
Amazing Teacher!! He is really helpful! I would def take him again... Do homework and review before test and it's an easy A. I took him over the summer and I did not expect to do well, but i got an A!
He's a nice guy, but his class is so freaking boring. I had already taken calc 1 in high school last semester, so taking it again just made it more boring. If you're not a math person don't take the class because you will more than likely fail. He gives extra credit if you go to the math lab btw. He over complicates things but he's good at teaching
He is such a nice guy and sooooo adorable!!!! He can be very confusing at times, but just do the practice tests and they are EXACTLY like the tests.His tests are very straightforward and its very possible to get an A if you go to class and do the practice tests. Another thing- he uses every minute of class...every second! 6 tests, 1 dropped
He is an excellent teacher. I enjoyed his teaching skills. He was always available when you have a question and returns telephone calls and or emails. Only one drawback is that he is very handsome and sometimes it was hard to concentrate on the lessons
The best math teacher in the world hands down
Great teacher! Highly recommended for all comprehension levels of math. He will help the slower people if needed. Gives a total of 6 tests including final and drops the lowest test grade including final. So there is almost no need to take the final if your grade is an A. Also gives 5 extra credit points per test for lab hours.
Best math teach I've had in college yet! I'm a transiet student from UCF and I'm so glad I had him as a professor. Super helpful and made everything perfectly clear, and if you don't get it the first time, he repeats and reteaches it until you completely comprehend the material. TAKE HIM! Disregard any bad ratings he got.
If you can not like him unless their is something wrong with you he is the absolute best math teacher in the world
I'M CURRENTLY TAKING THIS CLASS. MR.BOULWARE IS MY MOST FAVORITE MATH TEACHER EVER!!! HE EXPLAINS THINGS OVER AND OVER TIL U GET IT.USES SEVERAL MEDIUMS TO TEACH THE LESSON--HOMEWORK, PRACTICE TESTS, WORKSHEETS.HE'S VERY INTERESTED IN THE SUCCESS OF HIS STUDENTS. ALWAYS OPEN TO QUESTIONS. VERY POSITIVE ATTITUDE. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM FOR STATS!
gret guy...........really knows how to narrow it down, unlike other teachers that confuse students. Greatest teacher knows how to make the life of a studet easier!!
Alright Teacher! But talks and goes over chapters very, very fast. Grades are based on tests! The tests are very hard i thought! i went to math lab many, many times, and am still not doin good on his exams. I'm thinking of dropping his class:(
Mr.Boulware is a really good teacher. I barely passed algebra with a C and I am getting an A in statistics in an express summer course!!!! He hands out the power point notes, and reviews constantly for the tests. He drops the lowest of 5 tests including the final and allows 5pts for ex.credit each test for the math lab. Take him!!!!!!!!!!!
He's adorable. He really wants you to learn and is always in the math lab for help. He's not bad to look at either.
HE IS NOW OFFICIALLY MY FAVORITE MATH TEACHER EVER!!! I HAAAAATE MATH! EVERYONE IN THE CLASS PASSED AND HAD THE OPTION OF TAKING THE FINAL...I GOT AN 85% FOR THE CLASS...TOOK THE FINAL AND GOT AN A!HE'S JUST SO THOROUGH.VERY PATIENT.EASY TO UNDERSTAND.HE REALLY WANTS YOU TO LEARN THE MATERIAL AND WILL WHATEVER IT TAKES ON HIS PART FOR YOU TO PASS.
Mr. Boulware is one of the best statistics professor you can take. I enjoyed his class a lot, but only if you work hard you can get an A. I took him during the summer B ( 6 weeks course), it was intense, but doable. He is GREAT!!!!
He is currently the Head of the Math Department he is the number one in the world
Mr. Boulware is a GREAT Differential Equations professor. I'm a UM student who took this class over the summer and I couldn't have asked for a better teacher. Mr. Boulware is SO friendly and helpful, and is very patient with students who do not understand the material. Great understanding diffeqs, teaches the subject clearly. Recommended!
teaches very well. i cant complain. but he's not much fun. he makes joke every once in a while but he's really focus about students learning. i didnt want to say he's boring simply because he aint. recommendation? HELL YEA! you wont need to take down notes cuz he gives you the outlines and formulas. one more thing he knows his schedule really well.
Mr. Boulware is the best thing that has ever happened to PBCC. I don't think there is a person who can teach math better than him. I had trouble with college algebra but I got an A in Pre Calc thanks to him. Extremely helpful and wants you to learn. If you don't like him of the class then you have a serious problem. No, really
Very knowledgeable, a brilliant brain in math.He knows his stuff.Felt a little odd to learn from power point in math but he is very helpful,gives u all the formulas when you're testing.Extra credit for math lab participation.Final optional.Knows to solve any exercise you place in front of him.Flexible w/attendance.Number one!
Best and most organized teacher I have had EVER. Why is he not a UF or FIT? Gives practice tests and chapter summaries. He is so throughout I didn't have to take notes. He is too patient to the lazy idiots that ask easy questions in class that they should have asked 3 semesters ago, like (0^1=1). Waste of class time and is a distraction go to MLAB.
Best Teacher in the college. Prepares for each section and does not waste time. Can work any problem you ask him to on the board and is always willing to walk you through anything. Doesnt just copy his notes to the board. He knows everything about math, read the reviews and take him every these reviews do not lie.
Professor Boulware is the best math teacher I have ever had! I would definately recommened taking him, he is very knowledgeable. All of the comments left before me are true. You definately want him for higher math! I have never gotten an A in math before and I got an A+ in trig!
AWESOME MATH TEACHER!!! His teaching methods are very helpful. He's very patient and knows his math. He gives extra credit for going to the math lab and also drops the lowest test score! I wouldn't hesitate taking him again!
AWESOME teacher!!!!!!!! Have to take him fot Stats! Just show up to class and do your homework!
Took him for Trig. He does speak fast but he'll go over it again if u ask him. REALLY NICE..gives u 5 points for each test if you go to the math lab. Test are easy if you do your hw. HW is not mandatory but it helps ALOT. All i did was my hw b4 i took the test and all i got were 90's and up. Great teacher
THE BEST!!! THE BEST MATH TEACHER EVER!!! I STILL REMENBER EVERYTHING THAT I LEARNED AND I COULDN'T BELIEVE THAT I ENJOYED LEARNING MATH.
Prof Boulware is GREAT! Gives you these class handouts for each section the test will cover. Just fill in what he puts on the board and you are good! Easy, best math class I have ever taken, best math teacher ever too!
Really enjoyed the class. Had to keep on top of it and study to make the A but he taught it extremely well. His teaching style is inspiring; the majority of the class had a very high level of respect for him and recommended him to others. He's the kind of guy that people remember and want to take future math with.
Quite possibly one of the best teachers in the world. Honestly cares about his students. Upper-level math has always intimidated me, but he made it possible for me to learn. There's a fair about of homework, but it's only to help you. He's always willing to answer any question you may have, and makes math understandable. I highly recommed him.
Awsome teacher who is very helpful and gives extra credit on tests.
OMG!!!!!!!!!! The best professor in the entire freaking world! If you ever get a chance to take him, you have to!
THE best math teacher yet!!! He is extremely nice and helpful..will answer any questions you have and he has no problem helping you understand the materials taught. Love this professor..i wish he taught every math class :o)
Very brilliant man, keenly focused and yet empathetic to students.
I can't believe anyone has anything bad to say about him. He is quite possibly the best professor at the school. Don't be lazy. You get the grade you deserve. I had him for three different classes for a total of 15 tests got an A on every one.
Took him for Pre-Calc, trig and Calc 1. High A in all his classes. Hands down one of the best math teachers out there!
Best Math teacher in Florida, pick him
Before I started this class, I was worried about taking statistics. However, Prof. Boulware's knowledge and willingness to help make sure everyone gets it was great. I would absolutely take him again. His SI is really good too.
I took him for STATS, hes awesome. I hate math and got a B. His class is boring but hes very helpful. His practice test are just like the test. I would take every math with him if I could. Hes really nice and cares about his students and their grades. Defiently would rec him to everyone!
awesome teacher will always go over something that you do not understand never once said come see me after class if a student did not understand what was going on. i hate math but i really enjoyed going to his class. could not ask for a better math teacher.
Prof. Boulware is awesome. I took him for pre-calculus & trigonometry and got A's in both. I am taking him again for calculus I. He is one of the best math teachers around. The practice tests are actually harder than the real tests. Most of the questions are based out of the homework, so do the homework and practice tests you will be fine
I HATE math. Prof Boulware made it not only bearable, but somewhat enjoyable too. He is patient and understands that not everyone is math-brained. I would take him again in a heartbeat!
Amazing teacher! He almost makes me want to switch my major! I never thought I would understand math this well, or would want to further my understanding in math. TAKE THIS PROFESSOR if you get the chance!
TAKE THIS PROFESSOR. Math is far from being the easiest subject. Professor Boulware takes his time to explain each step in detail. He is very patient and understanding. Going to math lab earns u extra credit points. Would take him over n over again. BTW i got an "A" =)
Amazing professor who actually cares if you learn things.
The best teacher ever! Excellent in honors course too :)
One of the best math teachers! I've taken him for statistics and precalc. I will take him for calculus. He goes over the material a lot to make sure you understand it. Doesn't move to fast through the material. He has to be my favorite math teacher here.
I've taken him for Trig, Calc 1 and Calc 2. I wish every math teacher was like him. He teaches everything well. You're always prepared for tests. You don't have to do hw if you don't need it, and he gives extra credit. Just love him!
Best Professor at the college, I took him for Calc 2 and got an A. Will be taking him for Diffq next semester. He is clear, and a very generous grader. Take him, he takes his time and really cares.
Professor Boulware is a great teacher. He is very clear on what you need to know and how to do it. He hands out notes for each section that hits all the main points. He is fair and understanding. Tests look just like the HW from the book and notes. You can get extra credit and the final is optional.
Math and I don't get along, so I barely got a C in the class. However, he is very helpful and approachable. He lets you ask questions from any section and makes sure you understand him. Don't be afraid to ask questions in class, do the homework and practice tests. Extra credit for math lab, final is optional.
Loved this professor. Offers extra credit if you attend the math lab, gives practice tests to study before each test and provides many of the concepts for you during the exams. He tends to go a little fast for most people, but checks to see if anyone is having trouble understanding. Will tell you exactly what you need to know for the test.
He is a great teacher & such a sweetheart.He gives practice tests that are just like the actual tests if not harder & gives up to 5 extra credit points on each test if you go to the mathlab.He does keep you till the end of class & might go a little fast at some points but if you ask him to slow down or explain something he is more than willing to.
HE'S AMAZING! IF YOU GET A CHANGE TO TAKE HIM DO IT! HE'S VERY HELPFUL AND SMART. IF YOU HAVE A QUESTION HE'LL KNOW THE ANSWER WHICH IS SOMETIMES NOT THE CASE FOR TEACHERS..MUST TAKE!
He is the Best! Very helpful. very clear. great grader. take him you'll be very happy
If you get a chance to take him PLEASE DO! He genuinely cares about his students. My class was Precal and Trig combined which is generally harder but he definitely made it bearable. He wants you to truly understand the material and will help you. Definitely taking Cal 1 with him and he made me consider taking Cal 2!!
He is so easy. I was worried because I had to take College Algebra three times to get it. I took him once and passed with an A! He dumbs things down for you, and always goes into extensive detail. My suggestion is to sit in front of the class, and to go to the MathLab. YOU WON'T PASS IF YOU DON'T PAY ATTENTION.
Took him for trig. I can say he is a great teacher, just not my type of teacher. gives extra credit for going to the lab and sometimes take-home extra credit exams. Some people I know got A's in both precalc & trig with him, but got a C in his calc class. Sometimes he confuses me but he's good.
Wow. This guy is lights out as far as math professors go. He is remarkably in tune with the material, which allows him to articulate difficult operations quite easily. The language of math can get complicated, but he speaks it perfectly. I got a B in his diff. eq. class during a busy semester, but an A can be had with relatively minimal effort.
I am not good at math at all. And tend to have to work very hard. I can honestly say this man is the best math teacher I have ever had. No questions asked just take him. He actually cares about his students. If you do the HW you should be fine.
I really like math but I never took trig so I was a little scared to take calc 1, first day of class I freaked out I never saw anything he was talking about. But he is a Great Professor he explain everything in details,just make sure you do your homework and practice test.
best prof ever had. took him in t sping for calc 1, passed it with an A. waiting for Differentials equations in the fall. i wish he taught calc 3.
ONLY THE BEST MATH PROFESSOR ACTUALLY CARES ABOUT HIS STUDENTS AND WANTS THEM TO LEARN AND YOU WILL LEARN! THIS GUY KNOWS HIS STUFF AND MAKES IT EASY TO LEARN DIFFICULT MATERIAL! A+ ALL THE WAY!
Very confusing and fast.It seems he only knows how to do his examples without teaching why/how think of them. doesn't prepare you for higher levels. very easy give you practice test is already answered.if you are math/engineer major, don't take him
Excellent professor. He explains things clearly, and welcomes class interaction and questions. He keeps up the pace, because there's a lot of material to cover - however, he has delayed test dates when he feels the class isn't ready with the material. Can't wait to take him again.
I truly am inspired with the way prof boulware teaches.he is one of the most talented in teaching. I respect him and honor him. I highly recommend him and thankful for all effort he does.he break down the material and motivate u t be better in everything. Thank u prof.
the worst in explaining things. i don't know what is his method of teaching but he is very unclear. not bad in helping. also to pass his class, hw is a must. i am very confused in class and wish if withdrew.
Professor boulware is great. He truly cares about his students and will go over as many hw problems as you ask. Has a good sense of humor, and easy going as well.
ok..there is a reason why he has so many comments.. he is such a WONDERFUL WONDERFUL professor.. helps out with any question. and tries his best to help all.. yo u wont regret signing up for his class...gives extra credit for going to math class and may even push back test if he understands that class has alot of homework to complete..TRULY AMAZING
Would not recommend this professor.
The way his test are designed makes it impossible to keep an A in the course. Take him at your own risk
Does not give enough opurtunities for extra credit. He only gives 5 extra credit points per test and thats it! Skips steps in problem solving, willing to help. Test are composed of 14 - 16 questions goes really fast. Takes points off for every little thing
He goes too fast. You need to do homework carefully and need to understand home work problem to its core to succeed in this class. He does takes points off for little things.
Easy peazy. Not a hard class pay attention and do practice tests and its an easy A. His test are honestly easy the practice test is harder majority of the time and plus Extra credit and unit circle you basically get 10 pts free. 10/10 awesome professor not reason to complain. Don't be a bunch of casuals and just take the class.
Professor Boulware is very nice. He always review the homework and tests. He writes out each step to solve a problem. In my opinion, his tests are very easy. All you need is doing homework and pay attention when he talks.
awesome professor. extremely helpful. office is always open if you want help or need him to clarify what he did. he's willing to help you with other math courses. extremely patient. wants his students to pass
Awesome professor. I've taken him for Calculus and most recently for Diff Eq. He will try his best to make sure you understand any concept that he covers. It shows that he really cares how well his students do and how well they understand the subject matter. Highly recommend him for any class that he offers. Pretty much any math course.
lovvvvvvvveeeeeeee the way he teaches. This is one of the best math professors out. must take!!!!
Awesome teacher! Great shirts! Nicest guy. He will go above and beyond to help his students. Do the homework and practice tests and you are sure to get an A.
Easiest math class I've ever taken. This teacher is incredibly helpful and you know exactly what to expect on the test. If you want an easy A, do your homework and take this class. Caution: if you are a math or engineer major, this class may give you false hope in your math skills. It is too easy and university level classes are a rude awakening.
I hoped, I could have take professor Boulware for all my math course. Do the homework and do his practices test, and you will walk away satisfy after you done take the test. But you have to practice a lot!
Don't buy the textbook for Diff. EQ. It is free online.
Trig is not an easy class. He does do his best to help out his students. Extra credit for math lab. He is a really good teacher he will do problems students didn't understand. Im not doing too well in the class but im not doing hw or going to the math la so its my fault.
He should only be teaching PREP classes, not CALCULUS. He makes the class so boring because all he focuses on is the theory. He didn't even do ONE problem from the exercises, instead he does the ones that are already worked out in the book. I'm gonna get an A in the Class but i learned absoluetely NOTHING. Only good thing is the practice test.
First let me say that I have NEVER been inspired in class as much as I have been in Prof. Boulwares class. He is simply the best. He is easy to understand, makes the topics interesting and gives you notes and practice tests that make his class one that you can only do badly if you really, really don't try. TAKE HIM for every and any math class!
Sorry the comment below that says "he should only be teaching prep classes..." isn't for Prof Boulware. Roy is a good professor. In fact i took him for Calc 2 which a pretty hard class,but because he explains so well i was able to get an A.
Very nice teacher! I only had him for the math lab(very easy) but I wish he would've been my actual math teacher, very helpful and willing to help:)
This teacher is nice and very sweet and will help you with and questions you have. But if you 're not good at math DO NOT take him because he goes very fast and in class he is not clear so you would have to stay after class also attend all class and do all the homework!!
BEST PROFESSOR PERIOD! Pros:Study guide for each test. Extra credit. Drops lowest test grade. Gives out paper notes. Con: Only bad thing is that i had to wake up early for his class. Conclusion: If you get all A's in the test you get a option of not taking final. The test questions are less medium difficulty. He is a very nice person too.
I have had the pleasure to take Professor Boulware for Calc 1,2 and Diff EQ. I assure you that you can travel the world and not find a professor as understanding and knowledgeable as he is. He is a blessing to the world and to the College. His door is always open for his students. His style is unmatched and he has made me a better person. Thank You
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!! Don't recommend other math professors. Took him for MAC1114 and MAC1140.I got A's in both. It was a 6 week class for each class but he made it easy with his note handouts and study guides. Planning to take him until Differential Equations.
He is always ready to help his students. ALWAYS do the test review and you'll be fine. He also gives extra credit if you go to the math lab.
he teaches way to fast, you start writing things down in steps any he is five steps ahead of you, if you can't watch the board and learn don't take his class or if you have to see every step to understand how he got step from step forget about it,, again wayyyy to fast
He's teaching style and my learning style definitely did not match! I'm not good a math and he was way to quick for me. He talks fast and moves on right after, he doesn't even EVERY single step in a problem he skips over sometimes so if you're not a good math kid i wouldn't recommend but if math is your strong suite he is perfect for you
AMAZING PROFESSOR. He knows what he's doing and how to teach it. As long as you ask questions and pay attention in class, you're sure to understand the information. He offers plenty of extra credit. He's always on campus and easy to contact. I wish he taught more math classes, like statistics, because I would definitely take another class with him!
Prof Boulware is A GREAT TEACHER!! He explains math in depth and is willing to help any student willing to learn. Overall he's organized, in a positive mood, and there to help. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
GREAT PROFESSOR. He is helpful and understanding. Gives practice test, notes, and gives a day of review before the test. He is flexible with the time needed for taking the test. Have taken him for MAC2311, Trig, precal. The key to passing is doing the the homework at least 2 times. He doesn't give hardest question. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
very nice professor, answer your questions you ask, give handout and review, only 5 tests and he will drop the lowest one. Recommend
Best math class I've taken. If he taught all the math classes I need I'd take him! He's the head of the math department at PBSC. He wants you to succeed. If you need to take a lab with his class I recommend taking him for the lab also! I would highly recommend. Loved Mr. Boulware. Great teacher
LOVE PROFESSOR BOULWARE! He is very helpful so if you don't understand something just ask and he will try to explain to you! There are 5 tests and a final exam and only 5 overall count for your grade so if you mess up in 1 or 2 tests, it's ok bc you have the other 4 to make it. The homework is not required but it is helpful to do great in class!
I love Prof boulware!!! He is amazing. He explains the work so you understand clearly and he is always there to help just ask! I would definitely take him again and recommend him to all. Use the textbook if you want extra help but you dont need it.
I have taken him for Pre-Calc, Trig, and Calc-1. He is very helpful if you ask him. I would recommend him to anyone and i would take him again and again. He gives extra credit on his tests for going to SI and the math lab. I wish he was teaching Calc-2 so i could take him again.
Amazing teacher , Math is my least favorite subject, but I must say professor boulware is amazing. Very nice, understanding, and patient. You DONT need the book, never opened it once. Gives homework but constantly extends the deadline to give you more time. One of my favorite teachers on campus
Gives 5 tests and drops your lowest grade, also gives huge review packets very similar to the tests. The material can be difficult but he makes an A very obtainable.
Great professor. Quick to the point, no time wasted, subject well explained/presented, helpful. Drops a test. If you are an engineering major take him, as he will tell you what you really need from the class for engineering. One of the best professors I had at PBSC (2nd or best). Don't really need the text book.
Pretty average teacher. Has passion for what he does. typically 4-5 test and a final will drop lowest grade. allows up to 5 point extra credit. doesnt matter which text book u get just a calculus book will do. pay attention in class and the test are very straight forward.
He is a very nice teacher, has packets with all the sections for each test and examples from the homework. Homework is not due, but you won't do good if you don't do the homework. Drops lowest test score. Gives an extra 5 points on tests just for going to the math lab. Do the work and you will get an A.
He's cool. Only like 4 tests, and just the mymathlab. His test's aren't that difficult. Can be confusing at times, but he's willing to go over the material again so you can understand. Overall, he's cool
Hey is a good person, and very knowledgeable. I do not like how bias he is with his students, in terms of grading. I do not respected that at all. He will grade the students he likes easies, but the positive lesson he tough me is never rely on a professor's partial credit when doing any test moving forward. Overall, great learning experience.
he is absolute mess and unreliable. very biased and play favorites. always rush the material. don't recommend him. many other professors are much better and should be rated higher. He is so fake to get more students to his class.
The best professor in PBSC. He is passionate about the subject and he cares about students. I actually failed this class last semester and I thought about even changing my major because of it, but he made me love math again. I'll take him again for calc 1, 2 & 3. BETTER than Basant (LW).
Not only is he the head of the Math Department but he's an amazing teacher! Easy class if you attend and do the work. He's question friendly. If you need to also take a math lab I'd suggest getting him as your teacher for both, it really helps. He's fair and understanding if something comes up, just let him know in advance. Highly recommend!!
Do the homework, and visit the Math lab often to get extra credit. As long as you visit the math lab and are resourceful you can find the homework there so no book is needed. Only takes 6 tests including Final (and will drop the lowest) for grade.
Professor Boulware was a great instructor, I would recommend and I would take again as part of the calculus series.
Terrible to follow schedule, skip important points to understand the equations, takes a lot of points off on exams. Oh OH... he gives 5 extra points for Lab BUT ... this is the only points besides exams. No participation points, anything. Just 5 tests ridiculously graded.
Boulware is amazing, very kind and understanding to his students. He is very organized, and if he see's many students are not understanding the concept he will do his best to help everyone and even push back the test a day to give more study time. He is so smart and knows everything, and he is very good looking so that is a plus!!
Boulware is an awesome calc 1 prof, he does give a good amount of homework that is time consuming but its not for a grade, its for your own practice. He goes over any questions his students have and really wants his students to understand. He gives practice tests that are similar to his test before the actual test. Do the homework & ask questions
Professor Boulware is without a doubt one of the best math professors that I've had, if not one of the best professors that I've had across all subjects. He isn't easy, but at the same time he isn't overly difficult. Lectures aren't boring either. Pay attention to lectures, do homework, review his handouts before the test, and you can get an A.
Engineer with real world experience that went into mathematics. Extra credit for going to math lab, partial credit on every question. Does not troll much on tests. Do the homework, ask questions, attend SI, spend time in math lab and you will pass easily. He runs math team which I did not think I would like as much as I did. Extra credit 4 mathteam
Great teacher! Would definitely take again. Made math work easy to understand. And he actually cares about his students. Best math teacher I've had in college.
Professor Boulware is a sweet professor who truly cares about student success. He is very fair. Differential equations has four tests and a final, lowest score dropped. Not much extra credit besides the math league test and math awareness week, but if you do the homework you won't need any. Tests are straight from the homework. Great class!
DO NOT take this class. The amount of homework is insane, he does not use MathLab either so everything is out of the textbook, he does not collect hw. Make sure you have the book on the first day because he assigns around 200 problems on the first day of class. Your whole grade is based on 5 tests. The practice test are NOTHING like the actual test
Goodluck. 5 exams, Final exam replaces lowest test grade. ( Final exam is basically impossible to pass). No homework grade , no quizzes. I did everything in my will to pass and I still failed.
GREAT professor! So kind and helps you in anyway in order for you to pass the class! The tests were fairly easy. Would take again! :)
Professor Boulware is the best! Have took him for 3 math courses now and sadly, my journey ends there. He is super kind and gives you the maximum to pass his class! His tests werent difficult at all for a calculus class. Hell work with you. Would absolutely take him again!
Roy is very kind with his students. He tries to help you in anyway he can. Although the tests were a bit difficult .... you can still manage a good grade if you visit the tutoring center. 5 tests and optional final depending on your grade. Would take again in a heart beat.
Very easy class!!!! Just the 5 exams and the final. Dont need to worry about having quizzes or homework and the tests are easy if you study hard enough!!!! :) take him you wont regret it
I hate math and because of that i struggle to do well he assigns a lot of hw but doesn't collect it. Grade is only 5 out of 6 tests so there's no buffer with quizzes/attendance. Do the hw and bring in questions. He's a nice and caring prof but I wish there was more incentive to do hw. also practice tests are not always like the tests...
He's the best. He worries about his students and gives extra credit if you go to the lab. Homework is not graded, but it's helpful if you want to practice. I would take his class again
This class was so easy. But not easy if you were dumb and didnt be take college alg first. He does 6 tests (one being final) and he drops the lowest, meaning you can skip the final if you do well enough. EC by going to math lab 5 points 1 point per hour. Practice tests that are very similar to the test.
Great professor, learned a lot which has helped in other math heavy courses.
Its a hard class but he is a great professor!! You have to study ALOT!!!!!!
Just study he is the best teacher!!
Mr. Boulware is by far THE BEST math teacher I have ever had. Extremely intelligent and incredibly kind. He thoroughly explains each section and is very clear with the way to get the solutions. Do not skip class. You will regret it. THE TESTS ARE IDENTICAL TO THE HOMEWORK AND REVIEW PACKET SO DO YOUR WORK.
Professor Boulware is an amazing teacher! Lots of homework (which is optional) if you do the homework and review packets you will be great for the test. Any questions you may have just ask he will go step by step until you understand it. Reply's to emails promptly! Extra credit is provided use your resources!
Prof boulware is the ��
(SPRING 2020) All seriousness I was a struggling student beginning college. It rly blew my mind how much Ive improved from having a C in intermediate algebra to As in all the calc. This man has inspired me to be the best student possible. Hell do his best to help you succeed. Do the Hw as much as you can and you will SUCCEED!!!
AMAZING PROFESSOR . I am horrible at Math and it is my first year at PBSC but this profes is amazing. He is caring and teacher very well. Have passed every test and homework with an A.
Really nice professor who really knows how to teach. If you're taking Calc 1 this semester, I'd definitely recommend him. If someone ever had a question in class he was very respectful and always willing to explain in more detail / show an example. Do make sure to stay on top of the homework; it can get a bit overwhelming if you start to slack.
Professor Boulware is a great Professor. He is always ready to help. He gives extra credit for attendance. If your taking anything beyond College Algebra, I recommend him. He cares about your understanding of the material. He is such a nice professor. You won't regret taking him.
Amazing teacher, u put in the effort and you will see results, we had no final, as well as attending every class before a test would give u 5 extra credit, there is a lot of hw to practice and he puts the most difficult problems on there so they arent on the tests, the tests are like the practice tests, would take again
Great professor, always gives extra credit just for perfect attendance. He also reviews homework with you during class if needed.
Grading and coursework very clearly outlined. Easy to talk to after class. If attend all the lectures get lots of extra credit. Opportunity to raise grade with homework. There is a lot of it but not abnormal for a college calc class. I am taking him again this next semester for MAC 2312!
He is very nice and great/passionate on what he teaches. He is always willing to help if you have any questions on the homework or test reviews. He gives out test review packets 2 lectures before the test that help a lot on the tests. The material is easy and the work load is justifiable for the class.
Prof Boulware is one of the best teachers I've ever had. I'm always excited to attend his classes. He gives out xtra credit for participation and attendance. He answers all questions. B4 every test, he gives out practice questions which helps & he even let us redo our test papers to get a better grade. I wish he took classes in spring/smr. BEST!
Super great guy, has a very clear passion for the subject. His grading is very fair and all the tough stuff is HW; the tests are much easier and have EC. He's fairly fast-paced in his lectures but thorough, so you never see anything that hasn't already been gone over. Was always open to in-class discussions and stayed after class sometimes too.
Prof B actually cares about you learning and is so nice. I had him for live online. HW was technically due at the end of the semester and used MyMathLab which let you have unlimited attempts. HW and tests can be challenging, but he let my class have two attempts to take tests. Which was so helpful. Test are lockdown with webcam. 100% recommend!
I do not recommend taking this teacher I could not understand any of his lessons because he teaches too fast. I asked him for his help he told me to do the homework but if I can't understand the teacher how am I going to do the homework.
Best Math Professor! Highly recommend for who's struggling with math. He explains clearly, tests is similar to the review, extra creds if u attend all of his classes, an easy grader, if u don't understand anything, stay after class to ask or email him and he responds real quick! I got him for 2 classes and will have him for the 3rd one soon!
Cares about students learning the material and improving. You can tell he feels passionate about the topics he teaches. Calculus itself is a difficult subject, but I feel like having Professor Boulware as my teacher helped me through the semester.
He gives way to much HW and its only worth 15% of your grade. Talks about others things other then teaching. Doesn't curve the test scores at all even when more then 50% of the class fails the tests.
Don't listen to the previous review he's actually an amazing teacher and very good at what he does. There are five tests plus homework. While he doesn't drop the lowest test, he allows you to make up missed questions for full credit. No surprises just study the practice tests.
Professor Boulware is one of the best math professors I've had. He is kind, patient, and genuinely cares about his students, which creates a supportive learning environment. His enthusiasm and dedication make Calculus II less intimidating, and his encouragement helps students stay confident and motivated.. He truly wants students to succeed.
he was a good teacher very insperational but he's fast paced in his lessons and doesn't really work through the problems it's one and done but if your good at math then he will be a fit for you
Professor Boulware is a good and kind professor. If I'm being honest I barely passed his class. FOR me he moves very fast, we had 6 test with A lot of homework and tons of notes, I didn't realize how many people actually dropped his class since being there in the beginning. What honestly made me pass was the test he dropped for my class at the end.
He is very caring and genuinely wants you to succeed. Some people have mentioned that he is fast-paced and while that is truth, I find that that teaching style works really well for him as he explains clearly and has the time to go through all the material while providing us for enough time to study for each test.
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