3.9

Samvel Hovasapyan

Mathematics - Glendale Community College

3.9
Quality
2.6
Difficulty
61%
Would Retake
83
Reviews
3.9
Quality
2.6
Difficulty
4.0
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

61%

Would Retake

83

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

48

4

12

3

6

2

5

1

12

What Students Say

he is so mean i do not like his attitude toward the students ,he makes me like i want to avoid the class and not show up again

MATH125 - 2.0 rating

Made a mistake taking his class

MATH101 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

97%

Textbook Required

67%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 17 grades
Most common grades:
A (11)
Drop/Withdrawal (5)
Not sure yet (4)
Grade Distribution
A(13)B(2)C(0)D(5)F(1)A-/B+(1)
Based on 26 reported grades
A: 11
Drop/Withdrawal: 5
Not sure yet: 4
A+: 2
Common Tags
Skip class? You won't pass. (7)
Caring (6)
Clear grading criteria (5)
Amazing lectures (4)
Test heavy (4)
Respected (3)
Gives good feedback (3)
Lots of homework (3)
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Difficulty by Course

102

5.0

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4.0

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MATH110

3.0

Reviews (83)
2.0
4.0
MATH101
May 28, 2007

Probably the WORSE math professor in the history of Glendale Community College. He has no idea about teaching properly. His English is VERY poor. His teaching skills are poor. He is a mean spirited person and does not help students of the need arises. Be aware. Do not take him or you will regret it. I'd rather do math myself than have his class.

4.0
2.0
MATH101
Jun 22, 2007

dude this professor was a pretty good one. his accent is hard to understand but u get the hang of it. he seems strict and dull but he has his funny moments...just make sure to go to lecture and do ur hw and understand the material...he's pretty good at teaching...

5.0
1.0
MATH101
Jul 27, 2007

He is a great professor. His class is easy and very fun. He teaches very well and shows very similar and even identical problems that will be on the test. He grades very genorously too. He is a great professor and I highly recommend him.

5.0
1.0
MATH9
Jul 27, 2007

He is a strict teacher but funny and humourous too. He grades very fairly and if you try you will pass the class. The class rocks. His tests are pretty easy and you will enjoy the class.

5.0
1.0
MATHINT
Aug 9, 2007

He is very good teacher , gives long breaks , tests easy, easy grading , good communication , just do the daily homeworks and learn the material at least two hours at home and you will get easy A . Ask questions before class and tests and he will help you . tests are very identical to what he gives before test day .

5.0
3.0
MATH100
Dec 26, 2007

Great teacher, but you have to do the homework and take notes. On test days, he reveiws for half the class with questions right from the tests, then the rest of the class time you have to complete it. He's awesome. He also helps alot on the tests when he sees you are stuck but trying he kinda guides you to the answer.

5.0
2.0
MATH100
Jan 21, 2008

I liked this professor. He is very helpful and really wants people to pass the class. He even helps during exam if you are stuck, he can give you a hint. I actually enjoyed this math class.

5.0
2.0
MATH100
Jun 5, 2008

Wonderful teacher.He is very nice and helpful. HE is also very funny.I Love him.

4.0
3.0
MATH102
Jul 20, 2008

he is extremely fair ... if you are looking for a class where you can learn the material and get a fair grade take his class ... he's scary and intimidating at first, but he makes up for it at the end ...

5.0
3.0
MATH102
Jul 21, 2008

At first, he seems intimidating and difficult, but once you give it a couple of weeks he is very fair. I actually think hes an easy grader. He favors those who attend, participate and study...He is a wonderful person to take :)

4.0
2.0
MATH101
Dec 2, 2008

he is the best

5.0
4.0
MATH100
Dec 24, 2008

I just loveee this teacher. One of the best teachers, very helpfull and carrying .. If u do the homework, listen to him, and participate you will pass the class with a fair grade :)

5.0
1.0
MATH145
May 15, 2009

OMGGGGG!!!!!!!!!!People take his class. He's the best teacher everrrr.I luv his grading method, am speechles, if you want to get an easy A, just take his class. He gives you all the materials right before the test, so imagine..his English is reallllyyy poor, and he's kind of strict, doesnt allow anything in his class, he's really cool go for it

5.0
2.0
MATH101
Jun 12, 2009

This prof.is the best in the bests,i wish he teaches other classes too.He is extremly helpful,teaches everything in the easiest way,i wish i had a chance to take his class again.It was so much fun and learning on the same time in his class.TAKE HIM,and you'll never regret.He made me love math,which i hated in the beginingof semester.Pased with an A

4.0
1.0
MATH101
Jul 13, 2009

I taken this teacher in Fall 2008. He is a very good teacher. Whenever you need help with your homework he is grateful to help you during class and office hours.

4.0
3.0
MATH100
Jul 27, 2009

Do not be intimidated by his demands during the start of the course. He gets easier and he gets a lot funnier as the course goes along. He is very helpful and assists you with problems on the tests. Attendance is a must!! Take him, you will love him.

5.0
3.0
MATH101
Aug 7, 2009

JUST TAKE HIM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HE IS THE BEST INSTR. ENJOYED HIS EVERY CLASS SESSION. WE NEED MORE THIS KIND OF INSTRUCTORS IN OUR COLLEGE. VERY HELPFUL AND KIND TEACHER. DOES HIS BEST TO HELP US LEARN AND GET MATH........

5.0
1.0
MATH102
Sep 2, 2009

JUST TAKE HIM! Don't question it. He actually teaches you and prepares you for the next level math class.

5.0
4.0
MATH101
Nov 13, 2009

mr.Hovasapyan is the best best best.I hated math before taking his class,the first two days I was to drop but thanks God that I did not. This teacher actually made me love math.He was happy to help every student individually,he even spent extra time to help us.Just take him,you will enjoy this class and learn math for sure. Yelena, A.

5.0
2.0
MATH102
Dec 9, 2009

Amazing prof. He's the old school type. He's from Europe, which makes him very wise in his area. If u got the opportunity to take him, then TAKE HIM! He's very clear, he is extremely helpful, he is a fair grader, and he's freaking funny. He's the whole package. I had him for 100 and took him again for trig. I HIGHLY recommend him!

5.0
1.0
MATH145
Dec 13, 2009

Mr. Hovasapyan is a really nice, and caring teacher. He is strict but only because he wants to see students do well and learn. He is fair and understanding! Take him if you have a chance!

3.0
4.0
MATH102
Dec 18, 2009

It was hard but he was Ok, u just need to study hard to pass the classs, If you are taking him good luck :)

5.0
3.0
MATH102
Dec 24, 2009

he is the best teacher in GCC do the homework and go to class every time you pass with A

1.0
4.0
TRIG102
Jan 5, 2010

I have to disagree with these comments. This teacher isn't helpful. Has an accent, tough to understand and unclear. He is funny, but only becuz he belittles students in class. Ask him for help is like being on the Titanic. I felt he had favorites. Despite doing all homework and passing tests, he grades very low. I don't think his grading is fair.

4.0
3.0
MATH2080
Jul 1, 2010

He is very good teacher.He knows what he is talking about.His tests are not that hard.However,Math 110 itself was hard enough.

3.0
2.0
MATH110
Jan 10, 2011

He was an ok teacher. However, he definitely has favorites. He favors Armenians as well. I had one of the higher grades in the class and he ended up giving me a C. He told me not to come to his next semester class, and I was the only one to be kicked out of the class. He did not even teach the entire course. He blamed it on the students as well.

5.0
1.0
MATH100
Jan 11, 2011

BEST TEACHER I'VE EVER HAD IN GCC ! HIS CLASS IS FUN AND THE WAYS HE TEACHES IS AWESOME ! HE TRIES HIS BEST TO UNDERSTAND YOU WHAT THE LECTURE IS ABOUT ! OVER ALL HE'S THE BEST ! :)

3.0
5.0
MATH100
Jan 18, 2011

He gives a lot of H.W., but I guess that's how you learn. He collects H.W.before tests and drops the lowest test score by replacing it with the grade you get on the final. I felt that I had to teach myself in this class. Class was boring and it's funny when he belittles other students, except when it's you. He has his favorites so beware.

2.0
5.0
MATH110
Feb 8, 2011

Let me start by stating that math has always been my best & favorite subject. VERY HARD CLASS. He picks the hardest problems for the tests & gives a load of hw. I'm in the Scholar's Program & I was getting a C, so I had to drop the class with a W:( He keeps you till the last second of class with a short break in between. Nice guy but HORRIBLE class

5.0
1.0
MATH100
May 6, 2011

one of the best teachers at gcc. you wont regret taking his class. such a cool teacher. at first he seemed hard and strict but as the time passed he got easier. i HIGHLY recommend him.

3.0
1.0
MATH103
May 20, 2011

he knows MATH but teaching method is horrible, specially for CALCULUS level.He needs to improve his English in order to teach.Very often it was very hard for him to explain. Over all, he is easy teacher, gives easy problems but hates when students dont pay attention , and very often he kicks them out from class.

4.0
2.0
MATH110
Jul 23, 2011

He's a good teacher. Explains everything well. I you hate math and are not good at it..i don't suggest you take him.

4.0
2.0
MATH110
Nov 5, 2011

A little rough with his english, but understandable and very funny guy. If you don't love math or just want to cruise through a class this isn't the one. I have learned a lot though.

1.0
4.0
TRIG102
Dec 8, 2011

No calculators aloud, doesn't explain well, when he writes something on the board he assumes you to get it and If u don't understand after asking him a second time he moves on angry. He also puts problems on the test that are not even explained in the book. He favors smart students over the needy. Rating for him r lies. U have to teach urself ='(

4.0
2.0
MATH110
Jan 2, 2012

HE IS A REALY GOOD TEACHER.HE IS KIND AND CARING. TESTS ARE FROM HOMEWORK JUST DO ALL HOMEWORK AND YOU WILL GET AN A,FOR SURE.

5.0
3.0
MATH110
Jan 17, 2012

He explains the material very well! Yes, he may have an accent, but he is very helpful and when you ask a question he makes sure everyone understands it then he moves on. His tests aren't the basic questions from the textbook, but rather a little medium/hard questions. NOT IMPOSSIBLE. trust me, if he sees you trying, he will bump up your grade!

5.0
2.0
MATH102
Jun 27, 2012

Dr. Hovasepian is a good teacher, helpful and nice. cares about students. He would seem strict at the beginning of the semester but not later ! you just have to do all the homework and you will get an A. Good Luck

5.0
1.0
MATH103
Jul 15, 2013

Mr. Hovasapyan is one of the best teachers at GCC. He is very helpful and he likes when students pay attention during his lessons. He is a very intelligent person and explains subjects uniquely and effectively. I highely recommend to take this class.

1.0
4.0
MATH102
Jul 15, 2013

So bad at explaining, bad accent, don’t know how to teach, Gets off topic very quickly and fast so you should know everything about math and study by yourself and use book to get good grade. I'm surprise for good reviews, probably he or his friends did this review . “NOT RECOMMENDED “

5.0
2.0
MATH102
Jan 9, 2014

Very nice teacher...He explains every thing in class and answers to all the questions that students ask. Just do your homework and attend his classes and you will pass with a good grade...He also gives partial credit on pop quizzes...and don't forget to study your homework for tests...

5.0
1.0
MATH110
Jun 13, 2014

He is an amazing teacher! Very nice and helpful. You just have to do your best and have basic mathematical skills, and you will get a good grade! Take him and you will not regret, he is a professor with knowledge and great personality!!!

5.0
1.0
MATH110
Jun 13, 2014

He is an amazing teacher! Very nice and helpful. You just need to do your best and have at least basic mathematical skills. He is a professor with knowledge and great personality.

1.0
5.0
MATH120
Grade: F
Jun 23, 2014

he is one of the worst teacher in Glendale community college don't take him.

3.0
3.0
MATH110
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 28, 2014

Professor Hovasapyan does an adequate job of explaining the material, however he has way too much attitude. If you ask him a question, he will most likely mock you in front of the class. The tests are easy only if you do the homework and keep up with your studies.

2.0
4.0
MATH102
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 16, 2014

Would not recommend this professor. Prepare for a lot of homework. If you ask a question he will make fun of you for it. He has a very heavy accent. Thinks he's a better teacher than he actually is. If you HAVE to take him just go to the Math Discovery center and ask questions there. DO the Hw and you'll do fine on exams

1.0
5.0
PRECALC
Nov 13, 2014

The worst professor I've had at GCC. VERY rude and definitely not approachable. I was scared to ask questions because he can be very mean with his comments. Do NOT recommend unless you're great at math and don't care about the professor

1.0
5.0
MATH102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2014

The worst professor in GCC dont take him

4.0
2.0
MATH101
Apr 23, 2015

He is amazing teacher. The lectures and method of grading are clear.

4.0
2.0
MATH110
Apr 23, 2015

Take him, he is a great professor.

5.0
1.0
MATH119
May 14, 2015

He is the best!!!

5.0
2.0
MATH101
Grade: A
May 19, 2015

Good teacher and intelligent person!

5.0
1.0
MATH101
Grade: A
May 19, 2015

He is hard-working and so helpful teacher!

5.0
1.0
MATH119
May 19, 2015

Highly recommend him!

5.0
1.0
MATH119
May 19, 2015

If you want to know math , take him!

5.0
1.0
MATH101
May 26, 2015

He is very helpful. You will have extra points for homework and pop quizzes .

5.0
1.0
MATH119
May 29, 2015

He was the best math professor I have ever had, not just at gcc but in general. He has lectures just as any math professor would but they aren't boring you actually learn. Yes he give homework but if you do it you get full credit, gives study guides for every test & final, grades easy. Best professor by far I recommd& would take him again!!

5.0
1.0
MATH119
Grade: A
Jun 8, 2015

A very helpful and caring professor

5.0
1.0
MATH119
Grade: A
Jun 10, 2015

He's very helpful. He explains math problems very well so that everyone in the class can understand.

5.0
1.0
MATH120
Grade: A
Jun 10, 2015

The best math professor at GCC. If you do homework and study , you will be fine.

5.0
1.0
MATH119
Grade: A
Jun 15, 2015

He is very helpful. Definitely take him if you get the chance.

2.0
4.0
MATH125
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 29, 2015

he is so mean i do not like his attitude toward the students ,he makes me like i want to avoid the class and not show up again. he is so rude to the students, always looks like he smelled something bad non approachable, puts you on the spot about everything.

1.0
5.0
102
Oct 3, 2015

I don't know who writes those positive reviews. Get ready to teach yourself. he is the most vile person ever.

5.0
2.0
MATH101
Feb 16, 2016

I took his class for winter season. He really cares about each student and can explain and review any material again and again. I enjoyed his class.

5.0
2.0
MATH101
Grade: A
Apr 7, 2016

The best Math instructor in GCC!

5.0
1.0
MATH102
Grade: A+
Apr 18, 2016

Pro. Hovasapyan is amazing, explain every single detail. I am taking math 102 with him for the first time this semester and i am very lucky to enroll in his class . He is an organized and straightforward person. His tests are everything that we covered on his lecture and from the home work assignment. Thank you Mr. Havasapyan.

3.0
4.0
MATH101
Grade: B
Jun 17, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Math 101 at GCC is very difficult and intensive! You cover the entire book whereas most other math courses only cover a fraction of the material. Prof. H does his best to cover the material, but be warned he moves at a very fast pace in over to cover everything. He does what he can to prep you for the final but again its very tough.

5.0
4.0
MATH101
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 6, 2016
Would take again

He clearly explains everything, but he covers a lot in a day (3-4 sections a day). The homework is not a lot at all, you have a week or so to do each chapter, but if you pile it to the last day you WILL NOT finish. His tests are super easy. The homework is harder than the tests, so if you do the homework you'll ace the tests.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
MATH110
Nov 1, 2016
Would take again

The best professor I have ever had for any math class. Would definitely take him again. He cares about every student unless you don't respect him (cheat or text during class). Explains everything very well.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
3.0
MATH125
Grade: A-
Jun 20, 2017
Would take again

I like him, he's very concise in what he does. His personality is a little intense, he's still kind though. So far, attendance is mandatory. He does care about his students, he reminds me of a parent. Always reminding us to do homework.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
MATH120
Jul 23, 2017
Would take again

I took this professor in summer 2017, and in all honestly he is one of the most caring professors I've had. He was students to work hard, to homework, study and pass, and he will repeat anything a student does not understand. He seems harsh at first, but he is amazing. DO all the homework assigned, attend class daily, pay attention, you will pass.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH125
Grade: A+
Aug 8, 2017
Would take again

-Show up to his class -Do all your homework -Practice -Ask questions -Do good on pop quizzes -Do not argue or disrespect him because he is very caring and respects everyone -Take notes I loved Professor Hovasapyan. He is a very caring and respectful professor. If i had to take an another math class i would definitely take him again.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
2.0
3.0
MATH110
Jan 8, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Easily the most uptight professor I have ever taken, I feel like I'm back in high school honestly. I've taken many math classes at GCC, but I have never experienced such a strict and hard-headed professor. His accent is incredibly thick, lectures are hard to follow, & gets upset when you don't do things the "right way" (his way). Very uptight.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
MATH101
May 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Doesn't teach well and gets frustrated when you ask questions. Made a mistake taking his class.

5.0
4.0
MATH110
Grade: A
Aug 5, 2018
Would take again

I took the course over the summer and yes, it is HARD. He goes through lectures quite fast considering we only had 6 weeks to finish the course objectives; however, his exams and pop quizzes are very fair in that they are exactly like the homework and lecture problems. He is a generous grader and a humorous lecturer.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH110
Grade: B
Oct 17, 2018
Would take again

I took this class over the summer, and it was a tough class but he was very helpful and a generous grader. He collects homework, but the test are almost exactly similar to the Homework. His demeanor is misleading he seems mean but really he is nice, sometimes funny.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH110
Jun 24, 2019
Would take again

Professor Hovasapyan is a very helpful and great professor. I took 100B with him, and I learned a lot. He is very patient, very fair. Gives great lectures and his exams are very doable. He gives extra credit generously so you can always improve your grade. I highly recommend taking his class!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH110
Grade: A
Jul 22, 2019
Would take again

Phenomenal professor who cares about his students and makes learning Math an excellent task. His tests are good, he explains and is helpful, and even gives study guides for tests which make taking his class all the more enjoyable. I definitely recommend taking his class.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
5.0
MATH110
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

terrible professor. you won't learn a thing in this class unless you teach yourself or already know the material (which he expects u to already know it???). terrible lectures. he's very rude and don't even bother asking him questions cuz he'll just insult you and not answer it. he insults students a lot on a daily basis and is very discouraging.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH110
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

DON'T TAKE HIM IF U DON'T KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT PRECALC TRUST ME. MARK MY WORDS YOU WILL FAIL OR DROP AND RETAKE IT

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
MATH110
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 29, 2019
Wouldn't take again

ANYONE WHO SAYS THIS IS A GOOD PROFESSOR IS LYING. IF U DONT KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT PRECALC I promise 1 of the following 3 things will happen: you will FAIL, DROP the course or TEACH YOURSELF THE ENTIRE SEMESTER SUFFERING! YOU WILL SUFFER REGARDLESS. DONT TAKE HIM

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
MATH110
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 29, 2019
Wouldn't take again

TERRIBLE TERRIBLE TERRIBLE TERRIBLE TERRIBLE TERRIBLE TERRIBLE TERRIBLE!!!!!! dont do it!!!!! dont do it!!!!!!! dont do it!!!!! DONT DO IT!!!!!!!!!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
MATH70
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2020
Would take again

I have no clue how anyone could not give this Professor 5 stars. He's so clear with what he expects on the tests and he practically tells you what type of questions he'll ask on the quiz. He's a solid prof. and absolutely isn't trying to make the class harder than it needs to be. Give it any amount of effort and you should get a decent grade.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
MATH70
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2020
Would take again

The test is pretty much identical to the homework, so just don't skip on the homework and the tests should be a breeze.

Clear grading criteria
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

97%

Textbook Required

67%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 17 grades
Most common grades:
A (11)
Drop/Withdrawal (5)
Not sure yet (4)
Grade Distribution
A(13)B(2)C(0)D(5)F(1)A-/B+(1)
Based on 26 reported grades
A: 11
Drop/Withdrawal: 5
Not sure yet: 4
A+: 2
Common Tags
Skip class? You won't pass. (7)
Caring (6)
Clear grading criteria (5)
Amazing lectures (4)
Test heavy (4)
Respected (3)
Gives good feedback (3)
Lots of homework (3)
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.49 avg change
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Ratings by Course

MATH9

5.0

(1)

MATHINT

5.0

(1)

MATH145

5.0

(2)

MATH119

5.0

(7)

MATH70

5.0

(2)
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Difficulty by Course

102

5.0

PRECALC

5.0

TRIG102

4.0

MATH125

3.3

MATH110

3.0

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