Challenging but good teacher, actually teaches concepts instead of memorization. If more math teachers were like this I don´t think so many people would have trouble with math. Blame your previous math teachers not him.

He was great! This guy knows his stuff, and his passion for the subject really makes his classes enjoyable. The best teacher I've had at SPSCC in my two years there. Highly recommend him! :)

This class stressed me beyond belief. The fact that he didn't grade homework and your final grade relied solely on your tests intimidated me beyond belief. But in the end, I felt more accomplished and took more skills away from the class than just a pre-req.But braver is very articulate and helpful and i never left the class confused :)

He's a very good teacher. The best math teacher that I have had at spscc. He has a kind of weird way of talking that can sometimes leave you scratching your head, but really he goes over material at a glacial pace and explains concepts several times in lecture. He's not super nice but not mean or intimidating at all.

He's kind of strange, but his level of strangeness is quite funny if you listen to him. I didn't do any homework for the entire quarter, just recorded pristine notes in class. If you write down 90% of what he writes in class, and do the homework for what you don't understand you'll be fine. Explained Stats and probability perfectly.

I thought that Seth was a very easy teacher who cared about what the students learn and wants them all to suceed

Very good teacher, nice, helpful. Goes on tangents all the time, and over explains things but he really wants his students to learn. he believes that learning is more important than getting a good grade.

After finishing the lessons for a test he'd only spend one day reviewing for the test and spend any extra days rambling on about something completely unrelated from the class. I love math, so I thought it was always interesting, but if you struggle with math I'm not sure he's the best teacher for you. I generally like him though! He's a funny guy!

Braver rocks. His lectures are interesting, and worthy of attending. His exams are challenging, but he tells you what will be on them beforehand, so you can prepare appropriately. You will leave his class with a deep understanding of the material, and an appreciation of the beauty present within mathematics.

I've had Professor Braver four quarters now, and at first I didn't like him, but now he's my absolute favorite instructor. The classes are hard, but he makes them understandable. I failed my first test in his trig class last year, so my advice would be pay attention, even durring the first few weeks because you start to learn from the beginning.

He is an amazing teacher! Actually gets you to THINK about what you are learning and why it's that way instead of just memorizing facts. LOVED his class. He's not going to coddle folks who are used to getting an easy grade, but if you put in the effort, he is one of the best teachers at the school.

I had little interest in the subject matter and hadn't taken math for a long time, so I found it difficult, but got an A with much effort. Do the homework, and REALLY think about his test questions and don't rush. I took my time on the tests and did well. The book was free, but not very good.

Seth is one of the best Math teachers I've ever had. He focuses on concept building & understanding, rather than memorization of procedures. Textbook is FREE ONLINE which saved me over $100. Also NO HOMEWORK was collected, as grade was based on 4 tests + final. Lowest test score dropped and lots of freebies on tests. Really cool guy and great prof.

I have NEVER understood math until this class. Seth offers a perspective in the textbook and in class that takes away the scary and ambiguous monster stigma I've always had about math, reducing everything to a few simple rules that we prove in class frequently. I'd recommend him to anyone interested in actually understanding math.

Mr. Braver's math courses were challenging. However, it made qualitative aspects of math interesting. It was interesting to see all the proofs of things we were learning. The textbooks were free and very precise, as in the book only covered topics we'd learn in class. I have a better understanding of math that is more detailed than just numbers.

He was a very smart professor, no doubt about that. He could whip up an equation and solve it no problem. Also an extremely nice and patient person. That is the good. The cons: I believed he should teach at university level, or calc and above. He had a hard time giving easy type problems, in which I mean to build understanding then give hard probs.

He gets a bad wrap online. He makes class funny and interesting. Sometimes unclear, but if you tell him he will clear things up for you. I hated math but he made me really enjoy it. Laid back dude, your grade will reflect how well you work - simple as that.

Funny, helpful, knowledgeable, all around a great teacher. Homework was fairly simple and gone over the next day, but make sure you do it, tests have problems similar to what you see in the book and in lectures. Textbook is free online. If you're considering statistics, this is the teacher you want.

I really like him, his class was my first class in America. It is a good beginning and an excellent experience for me to know something about American teaching style.

I really like him. His class is my first class in America. It is a good beginning and an excellent experience for me. I have learned a lot through his brilliant teaching style.

Fantastic professor. He is great at explaining how to do a problem or set of problems and chooses the easiest examples for the exams. When he isn't lecturing on material, he's lecturing on different aspects of Mathematics like Euclidean geometry or Binomial Theorem. He offered 5-10 extra credit points on the exams for those who paid attention.

He offered a whole different type of learning experience for this course that I had previously taken at a high school level. His tests do stick with what he teaches and the lectures are both entertaining and academic. Good luck on some of the extra credit if you haven't taken Calculus though!

I have always hated math but taking Seth's class made me appreciate math in the world. I really enjoyed what he was teaching and i recommend it to anyone!

The class was fairly easy and entertaining. I actually enjoyed learning about math.. He is tough on participation grades though online. I'm not really sure what he wanted from me, I tried several different approaches to communicating on the forum with the rest of the class and him and still never got over 75% participation for the week.

Good teacher, is very willing to help so ask questions. Homework is optional but doing it helps you understand the material better. He goes over the homework the next day in class in detail. Tests are tough, but if you take notes, understand the material, & study for a couple hours you will do fine. Reviewing your past tests for the final helps.

Dr. Braver is an excellent teacher. I took him for Calc I & II. His class is very tough. The only graded assignments are the tests. Homework is beneficial for practice sake. Easy to talk to in office hours. He teaches from a textbook the he wrote. Therefore you don't have to buy or rent one. Don't skip class if you want to pass.

His way of teaching was hard to get use to but I was able to catch on. I started off struggling in this class but I studied a lot and did a bunch of learning on my own to help myself. His tests correlate to his textbook/homework. Started off with an F on my first exam and ended with a 95 on the final. Get ready to dedicate lots of your time.

People have said Professor Braver's class is "hard" and "impossible" to pass . Let me tell you, as someone who has struggled with math all my life, that is nonsense. This is a Calc 3 class, meaning that prereq knowledge is a big deal, something the previous reviewer does not seem to understand. Braver is an excellent lecturer and a solid choice.

Entire class consists of lectures, 3 tests, and final. Lectures are amazing as he'll often start on a topic covered in middle/high school and build up from there, writes everything he wants u to know on the board, and writes everything like a mathematical proof even writing down why he did each step. Harsh but fair grader and every test has EC

Professor Braver is absolutely phenomenal. The assigned readings and videos were extremely interesting even for someone, like myself, who has always viewed math as a subject that I need to "get through". If you enjoy participating in online discussions and forums, you will definitely find this class engaging. Awesome experience in Math 107!

He's definitely the best Math teacher I have had, it's not that hard to get an good grade in his class as you do his homework and fully understand his lecture, you will be alright in his class

Seth is easily one of the top three math professors I have ever had. With his deep knowledge and passion for the subject, it is hard not to become extremely interested yourself. Show up to class, put in the hard work, and you will have a better understanding in this subject than most, with Seth's guidance.

By far the best professor I've had at this college

Professor Braver is by far, the BEST math teacher I've ever had. His passion for the subject just drew my attention to the subject and made me appreciate calculus even more. He is a tough grader and your grade is only on exams, but it can be really helpful if you have a tight schedule and can't afford to have "busy work" to do each night.

Got over 100% so far. His lessons are easy to understand and easy to figure out why you have that formula. The guys who said he is a bad teacher may not have a good base of math.

Although I didn't like Seth at first, the class got better, as the quarter went further. His lectures can be hit or miss, and his teaching style is a little stale, however, he is awesome at math, and attending the lectures are worth it, and the textbook is free to download online, and the hardcover copy is cheap. Would take again.

Seth is one of the best professors I've ever had. I took his statistics class in the fall and I've never enjoyed math like that. It may seem rigorous at times, but stay with him. Do not be afraid to communicate with him, he has a moment to explain things. Be ready for fast-paced lectures and a man who dearly loves math.

He is an amazing professor so far and understands so much about mathematics. Generally, he explains things from a very basic standpoint and builds up so we understand why and how the math works. This gives his students a more firm understanding of the subject. He also does give us room to ask questions but he is harsh and confusing in grading.

He's the first teacher that made me work for my grade, and I'm thankful for that. He's got amazing lectures and he's great at breaking down concepts. It was a good challenge for me and I've never gotten more out of a math class ever before.

Seth isn't the best math teacher I've ever had, but the difference between him and the best is, perhaps appropriately, infinitesimal. He stands in a league above other instructors. He genuinely cares. He made calculus simple and entertaining to learn. If you do the work, interact actively in class, and listen to feedback, you will pass.

Braver is a rarity at SPSCC. He knows his subject deeply and doesn't treat college students like 5th graders. He's a great lecturer and always responds to questions. If you're here to study and learn, he's the one you want, no question. If you're not here to study and learn... maybe you should rethink whether this whole college thing is for you.

I enjoy his lecture a lot. He knows what he teaching and will add some interesting story about Math. He always happy to answer questions after class or in office hour. I took Math 151&152 with him I didn't get A in his class, but i really enjoy study with him. As long as you study for it and do the homework. It won't be problem to pass the class.

I found this class to be pretty simple and clear. You just have to watch one video each week in terms of actual 'lectures' and the forums are used heavily so you can usually find help for homework problems quickly.

The class is mainly lectures with ungraded homework. Your grade is based on 3-4 tests. I really loved his teaching style. It was engaging and made it easy to learn the material, compared to other calc teachers I've had. For Calc 1-3, he wrote his own condensed textbook that was straightforward and easy to read (only 200 pg in total)!

I had Professor Braver for another math class as well and he is an excellent teacher. His lectures are clear and what is taught in his lectures is what is on the test. No homework is turned in so nearly all of your grade is based on 3 exams and a final. I have friends at Ivy League schools asking for help from me because of Braver's clear teaching.

Took Mr Braver for intro to statistics and it has been a great class! Has a clear grading rubric and follows it to a T. As long as you put in the effort, you will pass with flying colors. Not homework or lecture heavy. Weekly lecture is about 20 min give or take. Highly recommend

Great professor. I've never had another who was so involved in online discussions. Great video lectures too - clear explanations and with some dry humor too. He really wants and expects you to understand what you're doing, not just stick numbers in formulas. You'll have to work for a good grade, but you'll learn a lot. Changed how I think of math.

I wish I had my earlier math classes from him. He is really, really good at showing WHY everything works the way it does. It's like I'm seeing math in 3-D for the first time.

Forum gives extra credit (up to +5% of overall grade). HW is not required- but you will probably fail if you don't do it. Quizes/Tests are not just pure number/word problems, they are also word questions about Statistical Theory you learn. Amazing class online and in person. He will roast you a little but is super supportive and helpful.

He'll be pretty picky with your work on tests, but they're justified by his clear feedback. Homework is worth nothing, but you should do it to pass. He writes his own textbooks, but the format is like a word document. He's a chill and funny dude. He pushes his students to understand math CONCEPTUALLY (not just solving). 10/10 would take again.

My grade is a reflection of me, not him. He is brilliant. Funny & quirky YouTube lessons, explains stuff in a fun way that helps to understand. The math was hard but it IS Statistics. Participate in discussions & it will pay off. HW not required, but do it! Trust him with questions, he is helpful and answers promptly.

There were lots of tests and quizzes, there was homework that was not required however if you don't do it, the concepts won't make sense. You have to participate in discussions, or you'll fail. The videos he used were great and helped with the work.

Seth is an amazing mathematician, and I really enjoyed his lectures, videos and books; but 100% of the grade comes from tests and he does expect everyone to put in some time before class to learn the material instead of lecturing about it during class, but you can meet with him during student hours and he will help you understand them.

I had him twice a week, and one day was for lectures and homework questions, and the other day was for testing on the material. He's really reasonable on his expectations for the class and I got my brother to take the class as well, but unfortunately didn't end up with him. His lectures are hilarious and keeps the class as fun as it is difficult.

Prof. Braver was really good as a Math in Society prof. He had a really clear syllabus and he stuck by it. Grades pretty easy if you have all of the materials he asks for. He seems to really enjoy teaching math and he's actually pretty funny and chill. He was really nice about helping me get my grade up if it fell below an A. Would recommend.

Braver's MATH146 is a challenging yet engaging class. The self-paced format and helpful video lectures make the concepts click. Utilizing Unstuck ai and class discussions helped me grasp the material well. Definitely a rewarding experience, despite the difficulty.

Great Professor! Took him last year and really enjoyed the class. He was fun and had a lot of assignments that were super engaging and interesting. The class wasn't what I expected but it was still good! I really liked the books he assigned us to read, and he was not a super tough grader. Great professor, I definitely recommend taking him.

I had Professor Braver for statistics online. Math isn't my thing, and that was such a hard class. But I loved his teaching style. He provides YouTube videos for each weekly unit, and they are taught creatively, using stories, analogies, and graphics. I'm glad I took that class. It's changed the way I see the world. Statistics are all around us.

i took his Math in Society class online and i loved it. As someone who dislikes math this took me by surprise in the best way. The textbooks are interesting, assignments are engaging and help understanding tremendously. I definitely look at math differently and i highly recommend this class taught by him.

He is a very difficult professor, but a very good one. His lectures/videos/texts are phenomenal tools that I use to this day.Exams are 65-75% of your final grade but if you understand the material, they are very straightforward.He really cares about his students and wants to see them succeed. If you show up, he will do what he can to see you thrive