3.8

Sergio Garcia

Mathematics - Miami Dade College (all)

3.8
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
49%
Would Retake
164
Reviews
3.8
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
3.8
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

49%

Would Retake

164

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What Students Say

Professor Garcia takes way too long explaining a chapter

MAC1105 - 3.0 rating

He's very nice and he wants you to pass

MAC1105 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

73%

Textbook Required

80%

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Hilarious (5)
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Ratings by Course

MATH

5.0

(2)

MAT0020

5.0

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MAT0002

5.0

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MAT1105

5.0

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MACMAC

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MATMATH

4.0

MAC1105

3.3

MAC1114

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MAC1140

3.2

MAT0002

3.0

Reviews (164)
5.0
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MAT1033
May 22, 2005

very good teacher, has patient with students, gives reviews, also helps students with extra credit and really knows what he's teaching.

5.0
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MAT1033
Jun 26, 2005

gave reviews,very helpful,got distracted and began other conversations but other than that great professor knows his stuff

5.0
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MAT1033
Jul 19, 2005

best math teacher i ever had, period.

4.0
2.0
MATHEMATICS
Aug 30, 2005

He's a great professor. He loves students who ask him questions and is constantly asking if you have any. He really enjoys what he does.

5.0
1.0
MATH
Sep 8, 2005

awesome. super clear. can teach math to anyone. actually cares about your progress. doesn not move on unless he knows you understand

5.0
3.0
MAT0020
Oct 4, 2005

Hes a cool guy

5.0
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MAT0024
Nov 16, 2005

IF YOU ARE LIKE ME, A PERSON WHO HATES MATH. THEN THIS TEACHER WILL GUIDE YOU STEP BY STEP.HE IS SO DEVOTED TO HIS WORK. HE ROCKS!!!

5.0
3.0
MAT0002
Dec 27, 2005

great professor very helful and clearly explains what his teaching. alwalys worrying about his students.

5.0
2.0
MAT1033
Jan 5, 2006

Makes the subject easy to understand. Class is easy as long as you do some HW which he doesn't pick up and study for tests. The only down is he usually comes late to class. Quiz and test are multiple choice, making it easy to pick the right answer. Overall best math teacher so far.

5.0
2.0
MAC1033
Jan 9, 2006

He explains everything until you understanded, great teacher, if you want to learn.

4.0
2.0
10331024
Mar 16, 2006

I recommend this professor

2.0
2.0
PHY1005
Apr 28, 2006

He is always late. Test are not multiple choice but he gives partial credit. Sometimes put questions in the tests that he didn't explain. He is very tedious.

2.0
2.0
PHY1004
May 3, 2006

HE IS ALWAYS LATE TO CLASS. HE DOESN'T THROUGHLY EXPLAINS THE MATERIAL,HE'LL TAKE UP THE MAJORITY OF THE CLASS TIME EXPLAINING ONE QUESTION. HE WORKS AT A SLOW PACE. OVERALL, YOU WILL BE SPENDING A LOT OF TIME TEACHING YOURSELF THE MATERIAL.

5.0
2.0
MAT0024
May 8, 2006

Professor , Garcia is a great professor , respectful and knows how to teach.

5.0
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MAT0024
May 16, 2006

He made the class very clear and easy to understand. If you have questions he will spend the time to explain. Overall he is a great instructor.

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MAT1033
Jun 27, 2006

I LOVE THIS PROFESSOR,BELIEVE ME I HATE MATH BUT HAVING A TEACHER LIKE HIM MAKES YOUR DAY A BIG PLUS,HE IS EASY AND ALWAYS WILLING TO HELP U OUT AND TRYING TO YOU TO PASS THE CLASS, EASY MULTIPLE CHOICE TEST PLUS HE GIVES U QUIZES FOR EXTRA CREDIT,IS HARD NOT TO PASS THIS CLASS,HE IS EASYYYYY AND FUN AND I LOVE HIMMMM I LOVE U SERGIO ERES EL MEJOR

2.0
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PHY1004
Jul 6, 2006

Worst teacher ever.......Hard test......Always late......does not help.......there for the money, not the students.....Dont take if you dont want to mess up your GPA

1.0
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MAT1033
Apr 17, 2007

this professor makes you crazy with the extenses materials to learn. when i took his class, he gave us two test in a week one in tuesday and the otherone thursday ( two chapters eachone...... can you imagine... i had to go tutory the whole semester because he dosent even bother to explain things twice.

4.0
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MAC1105
Apr 24, 2007

Garcia makes it a bit easier to understand the material but there is just not enough class time to cover all of the material at a moderate pace. He gives extra credit quizes to help your grade but you have to do a lot of work on your own time to make it.

5.0
1.0
MAT1033
May 23, 2007

OMG he is a math god! he is so fair. gives the best handouts. doesnt wastse your time..whats on the studyguide is on the test. great teacher wnats his students to learn and get a good grade. i have him now for mac1005. same thing..hes amazinggggg

5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Jun 7, 2007

Really good teacher!! if you have a questionn just ask! He Will make you understand! He gives OPTINAL HW, that will HELP you pass the test with more than a C. I've taken all my math classes with him, now Im taking a six weeks course and with all his explanations and by doing the homework Im passing. Believe me with Garcia, YOU WILL PASS, AND LEARN!

5.0
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MAT1105
Jun 23, 2007

Professor Garcia is a life saver! i HATED math before him. he made it so easy ands tested you on EXACTLY what he taught. i took him for mat 1033 and mac 1105. hw is optional it helps but u can just get the study guide and that is a REPLICA of the test. EASY A and you LEARN!!!

5.0
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MAT1033
Oct 17, 2007

Super easy class if you do everything he says. He's a really excellent professor and tries to help you at all times. The tests are really easy if you study and do your homework as well as the class.

5.0
1.0
MAT1033
Oct 17, 2007

Super easy class if you do everything he says. He's a really excellent professor and tries to help you at all times. The tests are really easy if you study and do your homework as well as the class.

5.0
3.0
MAT0020
Jan 5, 2008

Math is boring, but he actually makes sense of all the material. You have to pay attention though. He makes his material very clear and is very helpful to his students.

5.0
1.0
MAT1024
Mar 24, 2008

This is the best teacher I have had so far. He was so good at explaining and made everything really easy. Like He says, "If you do your homework you will pass the test." Thats for sure.

3.0
1.0
MAT1033
Jan 22, 2008

all i have to say is to bring your bed with you, becuase you will fall asleep in this class. He repeats the same thing over a million times and he has a favorite quote which is "Guys are you with me?" Over all he is not a good math professor

5.0
1.0
MACMAC
Apr 10, 2008

awesome professor! he is straight forward and always there for his students. the tests come from the homework. so, do the homework and should be fine!!

3.0
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MATMATH
May 4, 2008

Great professor, CLASS ARE YOU WITH ME, lol. extremely helpfull..

5.0
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MAC1033
Apr 14, 2008

awesome professor. i'm not saying is easy 'A,' but you have to do the homework and the test is a piece of cake

5.0
4.0
MAC1105
May 10, 2008

"CLASS...AM I BORING YOU?" He is awesome! oh and "class i say this very humbly, but I graduated from Georgia Tech" if you want to learn and pass and have fun take his class. Not gonna lie, it gets boring, but his random statements make up for it

4.0
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MAT1033
May 22, 2008

Class, are you with me.. Is everybody with me, If you have any questions ask now, dont wait till the last minute.,lololol, i say this very humbly but i graduated from georgia tech,don'tslack on this course this is not easy class.. lmao, gotta love it

5.0
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MAT1105
Jul 19, 2008

This professor is great. If you do the problems in the book and homework you will pass his tests. He is very helpful. You work for the "A" but it's math ---it's sort of expected.

5.0
3.0
TRIG1140
Oct 1, 2008

'Class, are you with me?' extremely patient and cool person. i had him since last semester. tests are based on the homework and class notes.

2.0
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MAT1024
Nov 19, 2008

prof was always late to class. it's a 7 am class, not a 7:30 class. stayed on one question during the whole class time. explanations of work aren't the best. talks to the class like you're stupid. wouldn't recommend.

1.0
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MAC1105
Nov 19, 2008

This professor sucks! He does not give study guides for the test and the material on the test is nothing like what you covered in class or homework. This professor makes things difficult for you. If you're not very good in math, do NOT take him! If you like a challenge then take his class at your own risk. PS Yes, "You are boring me!"

2.0
1.0
MAT0024
Dec 15, 2008

I would NOT recommend this professor to anyone. He's always late to class which is not good cause then he crams you with a lot of work at the end. He talks to the class like we're stupid and in middle school. His study guides are nothing like the exams either. He sucks!

5.0
2.0
MAC1140
Dec 22, 2008

Don't listen to the previous comments. I took this class the fall semmester and got an A. Granted most students were failing the tests. I believe because they were not studying. He gave us a make up for the first test to replace the previous one, a second take home test and a multiple choice final. He is very clear and is always available to help.

1.0
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MAC1140
Dec 20, 2008

I DO NOT RECOMMEND this prof. to ANYONE! He is the worse prof. I have ever had in MDC! He is always complaining about his personal life more then actually teaching what needs to be taught. He does not explain things well and is not helpful whatsoever. He thinks this website is a bunch of B.S. probably cause he knows its true!You will regret it!

5.0
1.0
MAC1140
Dec 22, 2008

The students that don't study and expect teachers just to pass them are the ones rating him badly. I got an A in this class, I got a 98 on my first test (make up), take home was easy 100 and 90+ on the final but I actually studied unlike others. He is very helpful and is not out to fail anyone. He gave our class lots of opportunities to pass.

5.0
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MAC1140
Dec 23, 2008

I agree, dont listen to that last bad review. he is a great professor. if you study, you will be just fine. he does not trick you on the exams, everything was exactly what he told us. he gives extra credit and he is happy to help during office hours. i got a B in his class.

1.0
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MAC1140
Dec 25, 2008

I don't recommend him. Very hard tests. He doesn't help. If you take him you could ruin your GPA. Poor quality teacher.

5.0
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MAC1140
Jan 7, 2009

I think the previous mac 1140 (trig) comments were all in my class. He was only teaching one. Ignore the negative ones. They just didnt study, PERIOD. Honestly, Im terrible in math. i always get Cs. But I got an A. He gave make ups, extra credit and a take home exam. Its impossible to fail unless you didnt try. Hes not rude, no attitude. He is nice

5.0
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MAT0024
Jan 24, 2009

Best Professor in Math. The fact that others dont agree is because those people are pretty dumb. Yes, he has a slow pace but I find it important if you want to do well in math. He's there to teach and not to tell jokes. Gives you extra credit if you do your part. Study and you will do very well. I have no complaints.I'll be taking MAT1033 with him.

5.0
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MAC1105
Feb 17, 2009

Awesome teacher. He takes his time to make sure everyone understands. I took 2 of his math classes and he's great!

5.0
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MAT0024
Feb 11, 2009

Helpful proffesor, wants the class to pass. Taking him for a 8 week miniterm, recommend him for a full class, don't for a miniterm, it's math tourture. Tests aren't that bad

2.0
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MAC1105
Mar 10, 2009

"Class are you with me?" No we're not with you!!!! This professor knows what he's doing but he just can't teach. He gives the h.w before he goes over the section. He talks like we're in 1st grade. Everything is the example from the book he doesn't give any realistic examples that we'll find in the h.w or in the quizs or test. USELESS!!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
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MAC1105
May 4, 2009

great teacher, he love math and he cares about the students. if you study and do the homeworks, you would get and easy A, and if yuo got A during the semester, you don't need to do the final. great.

5.0
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MAC1105
Apr 16, 2009

This professor has been one of the best I have had. He is always available to assist me with all my questions. He truly expresses interest in the students and the study guides provided prior to a test are precise! If you do your homework and pay attention in class, you will definitely say YES when he asks, "Are you with me?"

5.0
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MAC1105
May 11, 2009

BEST TEACHER EVER!!

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MAC1105
Jun 17, 2009

If you really want to ruin your life in math take it with this proffesor he just explain one exersice per class no other example and dont even try to ask for an homework exersice because he will go around and around the exersice and never answer the question I do not know how there is to many pleple who say he is good

5.0
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MAT0024
Jun 23, 2009

So what if he says "are you with me", if you say "no" he just smiles!So what if he says "humbly" when ref to his educ at GA Tech, he deserves to say "listen morons, I GRADUATED FROM GA TECH, IN YOUR FACE!" but he doesn't!He's awesome!If you don't learn w/this prof, I was gonna say your dumber than a door but I don't want to insult doors!!!

5.0
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MAC1105
Aug 20, 2009

If you miss one class, you get lost. Attendance is not mandatory but not to miss any day is really important.

2.0
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MAC1105
Aug 20, 2009

"I'm am looking at the clock"

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MAT1033
Aug 26, 2009

Took him for Spring both MAT 0024 and MAT 1033 miniterm. Classes are kind of boring especially being three hours long. Professor is highly helpful though and knows his math. He motivates the students to learn, and avaliable after school. Recommended if math isn't your best subject.

5.0
2.0
MAT1033
Oct 18, 2009

Wonderful guy, learned alot in his class.

3.0
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MAT0024
Oct 28, 2009

idk which reviews to believe, but, im taking him now, & let me tell you, he's just horrible & useless. Talks too much,& dsnt explain enough.he'll take up a whole class to explain one prob. pro: patient,& you can bug him over & over again to explain something.But honeslty you have to bug him."class are you with me?" yell no! and make him explain!!

5.0
3.0
MAT0024
Dec 11, 2009

knows how to teach... doesn't mind re-explaining things

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MAT0020
Jan 4, 2010

If you dont pass his class its because you 1)Did not do his homework 2)Did not ask questions 3)Didnt show up. He gives you MORE than one example if you dont notice that its because you dont pay attention. He gives you so much examples that you fill up one whole composition book in a semester. EXCELLENT instructor!! TAKE HIM!!

4.0
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MAT0024
May 2, 2010

He is a very good person, but i do not recommend him for mat0024 that was the class that i took with him. First its the first time that i fail a class in my entire life. In my personal opinion and also two other people that i met in the class he is the worst teacher for math. I don't know what was going on with him that semester but a lot of studen

5.0
2.0
MAT1105
May 23, 2010

You have to study but you'll past this class

5.0
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MAT1033
Jun 16, 2010

He is the best professor that I have in Miami Dade College until now. He explain every single detail, he resolve a lot of exercises in class and he is very funny too....

4.0
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MAT1033
Aug 1, 2010

very good professor. He really wants you to learn. He explain really good.What can i say great teacher, very nice and understanding person too

5.0
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MAC1114
Oct 18, 2010

Amazing teacher! He was an engineer, so he knows how to give examples of applications. I failed trig in high school and i was an A student. Now i have an A! It so nice to finally be able to understand something that gave me hell just 5 years ago. He really cares about his students and he is always willing to help. Go to his office if you need help.

5.0
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MAT0020
Oct 19, 2010

This teacher is the best teacher i will ever have. He's goes step my step is he has patience and you always have to use the book gives extra credit don't take his class if your not going to do the homework because you will fail the test. I recommend him you can ask 100 questions and he will go through it step by step

5.0
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MAC1105
Jan 5, 2011

Easy teacher. Explains everything step by step, if you dont understand just ask and he'll explain. The quizzes are extra credit. Overall his class was pretty easy and he is a nice guy.

1.0
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MAC1105
Jan 8, 2011

This professor is the worst a have taken ...he is bad professor and person...if you want to learn math please don't take him!He is unflexible, selfish never have time for his students except if you are his "friend". He dosn't like to teach. My question is Why he is a professor? He is a frustrated person be careful !!!don't take him. I got a D.

5.0
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MAC1105
Jan 26, 2011

Pretty great proffesor. Ill admit he can be repetative/slow paced but he ,unlike others, takes the time to try and answer all the questions he can. i took him twice for MAC1105 cus the first time i was stupid and didnt study. second time though he even took the time to tutor me. Id recommend if u have the patience. "Are you with me class?" lol

5.0
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MAT0020
Feb 12, 2011

Awesome professor. Truly has students' best interest. If you do everything as he tell you, you cannot fail. He uses the book every class. Lectures are easy and interesting. I don't think any other teacher will sit there and "spoon feed" you the information. If you do not pass this class you are truly hopeless and quite honestly lazy.

5.0
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MAT0020
Apr 19, 2011

GREAT TEACHER FINALLY I UNDERSTAND MATH THANKS TO HIM!! :) HE KNOWS HOW TO TEACH AND EXPLAIN STEP BY STEP !! TAKE HIM HE'S VERY FLEXIBLE AND NICE!!

5.0
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MAT0020
May 2, 2011

I LOVE HIM!! I failed his class last semester but it's because I didn't study. I finally passed this class with him he's such an amazing prof and a sweet heart if I had a problem I would go to him if I had questions I would go to him. He takes things very slowly and explains everything. Ask him questions because he will help. I don't want to take any other math profs but him. For RECOMMEND him I love this prof so much. We use the book EVER DAY! TAKE HIM!!!

2.0
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MAC2233
May 11, 2011

Have anyone ever taken Business Calculus with this prof? I just had my second class with him & it looks like it's his 1st time teaching it. He jumped from one exercice to another without finish them & when he got questions & he dind't know the answer he started talking s**t that doesn't have anything to do with the subject. Should i drop or what?

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MAC1105
Jun 28, 2011

Teacher was willing to help and knows math I just had a hard time with the pace. He spoke too much and did not give enough problems. In my class we would literally spend 1 hour on a problem. I had to basically stick it out in the lab and get tutoring and I managed to get an "A". Not a bad professor, just needs to give more examples.

3.0
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MAC1105
Jul 1, 2011

He is an amazing professor. He is very slow paced, but that is because he will explain a problem in details and break it down as much as possible for you to understand. You NEED the book and you NEED to do your homework. Although he doesn't collect it, this is the only way to pass his class. He offers extra help to those who need it. :)

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MAT0020
Sep 20, 2011

This prof is THE BEST PROF on this earth. He has changed my life. Yes he repeats but that's for you to understand trust me be grateful that he does this. I recommended him

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MAT0020
Nov 10, 2011

By far the best math professor i've ever had. If you don't learn(not just memorize)but actually learn from him. Then YOU are stupid. he not only cares about your grades he cares about his students. If you really need help on this subject he's the man!!!! while i'm at this school, if he is not my professor i'm not taking another math class.

5.0
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MAT0020
Dec 20, 2011

Awesome professor I hate math but he made me realize that math ain't as bad as it seems ;) it's not hard but u do have to study for the test no Hw

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MAT1033
Mar 15, 2012

It takes soooo long to explain a problem!!!!!!!!!!!

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MATH1033
Apr 24, 2012

This prof is AMAZING. He repeats but that's for you to understand, he explains everything with details, trust me be thanful that he does this.If you really want to learn math I completely recommended him, he is the BEST!!!.

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MAT1033
Apr 24, 2012

In all my years in school and in the marine corp. I have never met a person that goes up and beyond for his students in a professional way. you can real tell that he care if you pass.

5.0
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MATH1033
Apr 25, 2012

Math 1033 was a very interesting class.Sergio Garcia is a great and excellent professor and wonderful person.He is a master of his subject matter,prepared ,and organized.He set high expectation for all students.He is the BEST.

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MAT1033
Apr 26, 2012

This guy will tell you the whole history behind 2 problems in an hour and 20 minutes, then repeat the same phrase "class do you follow the game plan" instead of just teaching how to do it and move on

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MAC1140
Apr 28, 2012

Not a bad person or professor, he just spends too much time explaining a problem. He needs to give more examples and stop constantly checking to see if we're on the same page; if we don't understand, we'll ask you to elaborate. He does give hw, but it's from the book and not for a grade.

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MAC1105
Apr 29, 2012

The Proffesor was extremely thorough and provided good techniques for solving problems. I have taken several of his classes and find him to be fair and overall an excellent Proffesor.

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MAT0024
Apr 30, 2012

i had to repeat the class granted im very bad at math also didn't take a math class for 2yrs. He is helpful.. but the test are hard and i had to repeat the class despite all the time i spent at the math lab!!! he is available office hours and willing to explain sooo.. it that helps..

5.0
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MAC1105
May 1, 2012

Great professor, I thank him for having so much patience with me. I'm not really good at math but he takes his time to explain which was very helpful. he doesn't move on to other stuff if students don't feel comfortable. If you are not good at math take a class with him. With dedication from your part and his teaching you shall do great!

5.0
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MAT1033
Jun 12, 2012

Take him... He's the best!

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MAT1033
Jun 12, 2012

Best math prof. in MDC!!!

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MAC1114
Jun 15, 2012

I don't understand why this teacher has such good ratings. He is a nice guy but, that's about it. Extremely unorganized, does not follow the syllabus, doesn't grade tests on time, late to every class and gets frustrated when you don't understand. He repeats how it's "such a beautiful course" that might be true but, not when it's taught by him.

5.0
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MAC1114
Jun 20, 2012

Ok, lets start by saying that I never liked Trigonometry, I took this class twice before taking it with Mr Garcia and I couldn't pass it, when I took this class with him it was my last chance to pass it, I was hoping to get a B, but thanks to him I got an A, I loved his class. Best math professor at MDC

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MAC1140
Aug 11, 2012

he is a really good guy and he tries to help you. grading sistem easyyyyyy but tests not that easy, however he knows what he is doing and he wants you to learn, so tests are not completely multiple choice and that is awesome cuz u do not learn with MC tests

3.0
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MAC1140
Oct 10, 2012

I don't get how this guy has high ratings. His class only had like 2 tests, so if you failed one you were pretty much screwed and he constantly says something is not going to be on the test so you don't go over it. But when you do take the test, lo and behold it's ON THE TEST. Plus he spent like 3-4 classes going over just 1 section.

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MAC1140
Dec 20, 2012

This has been by far the best mathematics Professor I have ever taken. if your having trouble understanding math i highly suggest you pick this man, for his knowledge on the subject is just creepy. im going to say hes a little slow at teaching but its only for your good, so that you truly understand the material, best of all... he has a WARRANTY!!!

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MAT1033
Dec 26, 2012

Great professor. He cares about your learning. He does not count the homework, but it must be done to pass the class. The test are based on the homework. gives extra credit quiz to help scores on test. Wanna Learn take his class!!!

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MAT1033
Jan 14, 2013

Excellent professor! He's understanding, willing to help always. MAT0022 & MAT1033. I'm horrible at math,but he is a great professor. After you take the test go see him because he give tries to help you with point As long as you put some effort and do the work you will be fine.. Gives extra credit also, math lab is not required, but must practice.

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MAT1105
Mar 9, 2013

I took 1033 and 1105 (8 weeks) with him, and this is the first time that I actually like math, is a great professor and really helpful!!!

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MAT1033
Mar 20, 2013

Mr. Garcia proved to me that all I had to do was listen in class, do the homework, and simply try, and I would be able to ace the material. I must say that no other professor in my life has ever been able to get through to me in math like S.Garcia

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MAC1140
May 6, 2013

Don't take him . He don't know the subject the class started with 20 student and ended with 7 only 2 pass . Worst professor .

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MAT1033
May 23, 2013

Good teacher gives many advantages to pass the class ( points for homework, extra credit, etc.) attendance is mandatory , no need to buy books.. Maybe the problem is that he does not explain very well the exercises, but if paid attention and you do the homework you will pass!

5.0
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MAT0022C
May 23, 2013

Great professor , he explains every detail that you will love math!!!!

5.0
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MAC2233
Jun 21, 2013

Because of professor like him, Mathematics is a very exciting area. He makes the class very interesting making you feel that you want to work and learn. EXCELENT PROFESSOR!!

5.0
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MAC1140
Jun 22, 2013

He is a great professor!!.. He is always willing to help you and he really cares about the students.. I don't like math but with him I learned and understood it!

5.0
2.0
MAT1033
Jun 24, 2013

Very helpful and clear. Get ready to hear "is that clear,"I'm looking at the clock". I'm glad that I passed this class. I look forward taking MAC1105 with him in the fall. He cares and worries about your progress. He does use the textbook, which helped me a lot. Take his classes if you need any math, you will learn and earn a great grade.

5.0
2.0
MAC1140
Jun 27, 2013

professor garcia is one of the more dedicated teachers at mdc. he will not leave you behind if you do not understand something. he will explain anything over again until you get it. i highly recommend him if you plan on taking any math course.

1.0
5.0
MAT1033
Jul 2, 2013

omg dont take this teacher! he doesnt explain well and gets off topic all the time . Not all tests are multiple choice ! he expects you to know everything, And gives home work that isnt for a grade.Dont take him.

5.0
2.0
MAC1105
Oct 25, 2013

AWESOME! if you do not get math, just ask and he will explain. He gives lots of extra credit quizzes from the sections of the chapters. If you study and do the problems in the book you'll pass.

5.0
1.0
MAC1105
Dec 17, 2013

Great Professor! He is willing to explain the material several times until students understand it! If you do your homework and pay attention in class you can easily get an A!

5.0
1.0
MAC2233
Dec 20, 2013

THIS PROFESSOR IS AWESOME. HE MAKES EVERYTHING SO EASY TO UNDERSTAND. IF YOU DO YOUR HW (ITS NOT GRADED BUT HELPS TO PRACTICE) YOU CAN GET AN EASY A.

5.0
2.0
MAC1105
Dec 22, 2013

Excellent professor. Either get the textbook or access code because he assigns hw which basically you are tested on. All tests are based on what he covered and from the hw. Very helpful and cares very much that you succeed. May he be rewarded many years to teach. Take him, he won't leave you behind. "I'm looking at the clock."

5.0
1.0
MAC2233
Jan 22, 2014

this professor is grrrrreat! makes calc interesting and fun. he wants you to pass and do good in his class so dont miss class bc he goes over everything.

2.0
3.0
MAT1033
Mar 21, 2014

good person but worst math professor ever, late to every class, 10 or 15mnts late,takes 2 classes to explain one section which he only explain 2 or 3 problems because he says that a 50mnt class is too short for him,TALKS TOO MUCH ect..... A difficult professor, the class started with more than 20+ students, i only saw half by the first 6 week

1.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: B
Jun 24, 2014

He's a very boring professor. I don't recommend him, you will fall asleep. He takes the entire class to explain just one problem. Made us do all the homework and in the end, never bothered to pick it up. Got a B in the class and that's just cause I'm good at math. Get your money's worth and get a better professor than this one. You will regret it!

5.0
1.0
MAT0029
Grade: Pass
Aug 8, 2014

The easiest class ever. This guy really cares about one's education. You have to be really lazy to fail this class.

4.0
2.0
MAC1105
Grade: A+
Nov 10, 2014

boring,..... this has a lot of applications if you take him you will learn that by heart... easy to get an A but really a boring class

3.0
4.0
MAC1114
Jan 1, 2015

As a person he is great, as a professor I would never recommend him. His organization lacks immensely. Out of 5 tests plus a final we had only 3 and the final. He does not grade hw and extra credits won't help you as much as you will need at the end of the semester. He tries to hard explaining applications and not enough explaining the material.

3.0
3.0
MAC2233
Jan 6, 2015

He's a good person at heart, but when it comes to teaching, he takes up the whole class explaining theory behind the problem because he says he doesn't like to teach mechanics. I understand he has his own way of teaching, but can get confusing at times, and there are three tests and a final. He's nice, but that's all. Take someone else if you can.

4.0
4.0
MAC1140
Apr 17, 2015

He's a different type of teacher. He does not want students just to learn math. He wants them to understand why and the theories behind everything which is great for a engineering major, just not most students nor majors. Most students have a difficult time at his class.I believe he should teach physics. If you take him visit him during office hrs

3.0
4.0
MAC1105
May 3, 2015

Professor Garcia takes way too long explaining a chapter. I understand he does it so we can all grasp the material but in the end we were very rushed to finish the course. He gave us a test and final on the same week which was totally wrong! Most students did not know where they stood in the class and it was too late to raise their grade.

1.0
5.0
MAC1105
May 7, 2015

He spend the entire class working on one problem, he gives you assignments or homework for chapters that he hasn't even cover, he gives lectures like if it was an English class, he thinks theory is important when in reality you need to learn how to solve the problems, you're better off taking the class on line.

4.0
1.0
MAC1105
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2015

He's very nice and he wants you to pass. He gives a lot of extra credit which are 5 points each and they're little 2 question exams. We only took 2 test which are 20 questions and then the final. He's very indepth with his lectures and takes a while to explain it and honestly, I appreciate a professor like that.

2.0
5.0
MAC1114
Grade: C
Apr 12, 2016

Sergio is a nice guy but an awful professor. He rants about irrelevant stories and confuses himself as well as the class while teaching. His accent is very heavy and unclear to follow. He is understanding but firm when it comes to grading. Test are fill in the blank plus work. Homework from the book but not for a grade and no review to study.

5.0
1.0
MAC1114
Grade: A+
Apr 19, 2016

Professor Garcia is the best if you see these bad comments its because you guys are not trying. He cares about his students. I have no complaint. Overall he knows his stuff.

5.0
2.0
MAC2233
Grade: A
May 5, 2016

Teaches very slow because wants ALL of his students to understand the material. He truly cares about his students and does everything in his power to help in any way. I would totally take him again :)

1.0
5.0
MAC1114
Oct 19, 2016
Wouldn't take again

he takes a long time explaining subjects, very little extra credit, his tests are completely different from the book/homework, no review guide to study from. I have always been good at math, but he spends too much time on applications and not actually explaining what is going to be on the exam

Tough Grader
2.0
4.0
MAC1114
Oct 19, 2016
Wouldn't take again

he's a nice guy, but honestly i learn everything off of youtube

2.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: B-
Oct 22, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He is a nice professor but won't explain much. He talks a lot about food in class and gets frustrated when you ask a question.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
MAC2233
Dec 17, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor i have ever had. He does not know how to explain anything, he does not focus on the subject instead talks about his personal life. Honestly we was the worst. He took a lifetime to grade the tests. DON'T TAKE HIM!!!!

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
2.0
1.0
MAC1114
Dec 17, 2016
Wouldn't take again

If you're bad in math I recommend to take another professor. However if you like math then take this class.

Caring
5.0
3.0
MAC2233
Grade: A
Jan 6, 2017
Would take again

One of the best professors I ever had! I'd take him again if I could!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
MAC2233
Grade: A
May 3, 2017
Would take again

Great professor, he really cares about his students. This class was not easy, but I did all the homework (which he doesn't collect, its for your benefit), and attended every class so I got an A. He gives extra credit quizzes which help out a lot. Also, he drops your lowest grade with your final. He really tries to help you learn. Great professor.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
MAC1105
Dec 2, 2017
Wouldn't take again

pretty slow lectures and he takes his time a lot, might be good for some but not for me. if you take him be prepared to use math labs, homework was pretty simple but the tests were hard for me. i suck at math tho, as for the professor hes an okay choice

TEST HEAVY
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
MAC1105
Dec 5, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He is a good professor, he knows math a lot but he doesn't know how to teach it, he only teaches theorems and the lectures, he never do practice exercises on classes and math is practice not theorems and logic, not recommended at all, half of my class didn't pass

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
MAC1105
Grade: C-
Dec 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Sergio García is the worse professor that I had in my all time studying in Miami Dade College that man doesnt know how to tech math, he should be fire of that institution, dont ever take a class with him, not recommended for nobody,

5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: A+
Jan 8, 2018
Would take again

Professor Garcia the best teacher!!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
3.0
3.0
MAT1033
Grade: C
Jan 10, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I am between love and hate with this professor. I taked him twice time and both I end with C. In the beginning of the class I do great BUT HE WAITS UNTIL THE LAST TIME TO PUT 3 EXAMS TOGETHER. He explain well but procrastinate the exams. You have to study a lot. No homework to up your grade.

TEST HEAVY
Tests are tough
5.0
3.0
MAT1033
May 7, 2018
Would take again

Amazing professor, I will definitely take classes with him again. Be ready for tests and you will pass. He gave you extra credits

EXTRA CREDIT
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
TRIG1140
Jun 6, 2018
Would take again

My second course with Mr Garcia. Even better than before. He really helps you pick up the contents. In his words: I dont teach as a cookbook, I will help you understand it first.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
3.0
3.0
MAC1114
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Garcia is good in math, but he is okay as a math professor. He takes too long in a few problems. if you want to pass you need to pay attention

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
2.0
MAC1105
Feb 21, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I wouldn't recommend taking his class early in the morning because he shows up late every time (10-20 minutes). He takes too long explaining the theory of a simple problem, which causes lessons to be behind and the knowledge receiving to be little. He is nice, very understanding and funny but if you like fast math and practical I wouldn't recommend

2.0
4.0
MAC1105
Grade: B-
Apr 24, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I wouldn't recommend taking his class he takes too long explaining the theory of a simple problem instead of demonstrating how to be able to solve the problem, which then causes the class to fall behind. He procrastinates and leaves 3 test for the last two weeks of class. I wouldn't recommend unless you like to teach yourself math.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: A+
May 6, 2019
Would take again

An amazing professor that cares about if you understand the material or not. He says to have your book but we never go based off of it. He usually shows us the book that he owns. You can see him outside of class in his office hours and he's always happy to help. Best math professor I have ever had.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A+
May 3, 2020
Would take again

This is Calculus 1, it is not an easy course due to the material. But if you are going to take a hard course (this was 5 credits) then you take a good professor. He went extremely in-depth when it came to explaining the problems and his patience is like NO OTHER. He also gave extra credit quizzes. He wants you to pass and he is the nicest person.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
May 7, 2020
Would take again

Prof. Garcia was an amazing teacher. He really does care and does not want you to fail his class. He tries to go easy on you and really doesn't put problems in his test that weren't on the homework or in lecture. Very caring, wants you to go see him during office hours for any additional help. Gives homework for you to practice and extra credit.

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: B
Nov 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He's unapologetically nonsecular and would rather discuss politics in class rather than actual math. We never got to cover all the material because of him going off tangents, when I got to my next class, I was so lost because we never studied the trigonometric circle among other contents. I almost failed the next course because I was not prepared

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH
Dec 18, 2020
Would take again

i loved him!! he was so nice and gave so many chances. he really wants to see you do good and pass.

Respected
4.0
2.0
MAT1033
Grade: A+
Mar 11, 2021
Would take again

He's a very nice person, he knows a lot about mathematics and can explain everything to you everything but he may get lost during the lecture and not everyone pays attention to him so he gets upset. There were no proctored quizzes nor midterm nor final, the homework is easy.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
May 2, 2021
Would take again

He loves to teach and is VERY good at what he does. Hes more than a math professor... hes a human being who treats all his students equally the same, whether theyre math geniuses or not. He belongs at MIT, in my opinion. Hes funny, VERY bright, and EXTREMELY humble. This professor is a gem and a dime a dozen.

Respected
Inspirational
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
MAC1140
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 18, 2021
Would take again

I loved him! I took a 6 week class and it was a lot of homework but of course is because of the short semester. You have to study (as normal) but if you have any question you can ask him and he is gonna answer you. There were 3 quizzes, 2 exams and the final. Proctored exams. He also gave us extra credits. You won't regret :)

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
MAC2233
Grade: A
Jun 19, 2021
Would take again

Professor Garcia is outstanding. He explains everything very well, and if you need help, he will give you a detailed explanation. He really does his best to help us, I lost internet connection during a test, and everything went well. I really recommend this professor very understanding and an excellent teacher.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
MAT1033
Grade: B
Apr 27, 2022
Would take again

Took it for Spring. He used connectmath, which is an online textbook. Only 4 discussion boards, 6 quizzess, proctored midterm/final. Leaves homework every week, gives feedback, and replies pretty quick.

4.0
3.0
MAT1033
Grade: B
May 12, 2022
Would take again

The course is a typical math course. If you don't know what's going on, you are going to struggle, otherwise it's an easy class if you put in the work. On occasion, he'll stop the class to tell a short, but entertaining, story. He's passionate about what he teaches. All homework assignments are reopened near the end of the semester.

Hilarious
Caring
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
MAC1033
Grade: F
Apr 10, 2023

This professor is very rude and publicly humiliated me in front of class because my attendance wasn't perfect! I failed his class the first time, right along with half of the class. I had to retake the class with him unfortunately and passed with my peers help. This professor is one of the worst that I have ever met. Don't take him!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
May 2, 2023
Would take again

I had him for Calc 1, he does give a lot of homework but he gives us until the end of the semester to complete it...he is a wonderful teacher. If you need help with a problem email him and he will record how to solve the answer. he will help you a lot if you ask for it because he knows its a 5 credit course.

Lots of homework
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A
May 16, 2023
Would take again

The Professor is nice, just try to understand he has a lot of students.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
1.0
5.0
MAC1105
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Jun 24, 2023

rude professor, if he misses a class he doesn't even notify us beforehand or send out an email. I needed this class to get into nursing school but failed so I wasn't able to start my program and I have to take it again with another professor. Attendance is mandatory, all his exams are proctored, and there is a final. overall didn't learn anything.

2.0
2.0
MAC2311
Grade: Incomplete
Dec 12, 2023

man didnt let me take the final simply because i came from another final. "you just showed up and like 10 ppl finished the final". ok and how it that my fault ????

4.0
1.0
MGF1107
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2023
Would take again

Very thorough in explaining concepts. He will go into detail and break down simple problems to show the entire process, which can be good or bad depending on how you prefer to learn. He does tend to backtrack for even simple questions and spends a lot of time explaining stuff, but you'll leave the class with a good understanding.

Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Oct 25, 2024
Would take again

Professor Garcia is a great math instructor who really wants students to succeed. The coursework is challenging, but he provides plenty of support, extra practice, and even extra credit opportunities. Using Unstuck AI along with the textbook and office hours helped me stay on top of the material.

1.0
5.0
MAC1105
Grade: F
Dec 11, 2024

I took Professor Sergios' MAC1105 class in Fall 2024 as a first-year student and struggled with math. He assumes prior knowledge, moves quickly, and often gets sidetracked. Assignments are 40+ questions, and tests heavily impact grades. If math isn't your strong suit, this class may not be the best

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
MAC1105
Grade: F
Dec 11, 2024

I have to retake the class because of how challenging he made tests and assignments . He would always take up 10 extra minutes of class. He's not organized enough and he's teaching method isn't the best. He is very nice but not a great professor. Choose wisely if you need to take the class.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
MAT1033
Grade: D
Dec 13, 2024

This was such a difficult class, i tried communicating with him and he was so difficult to work with. Would not take again.

1.0
5.0
MAC1105
Grade: D
Dec 16, 2024

The study guides for the exams are nothing like the exam themself. Takes long time to answer emails. When you ask a question he'll take a deep breathe before showing as in “wow you don't know how to do this “or makes a comment which then makes you not want to ask questions because of the comment he makes when then leads to you struggling

3.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Nov 12, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Garcia is very average. He teaches good but you can get lost pretty quick if u dont pay attention. He cares a lot about his students, in my opinion he is not the best at explaining calculus topics. His assignments are pretty long (20-30) and the exams are a little confusing because its too much material. Not really organized with lectures.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
3.0
MAC1147
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2025

His class is alright. He is super nice and caring about his students but takes forever to respond to emails regarding issues with exams. Beware of harsh points deductions on exams/quizzes, you must email him after the exam discussing the points you missed on the exam. I would take his class again if it was in person and not MDC Live.

Lots of homework
Caring
Test heavy
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