2.8

Soodi Zamani

Mathematics - Skyline College

2.8
Quality
4.0
Difficulty
39%
Would Retake
112
Reviews
2.8
Quality
4.0
Difficulty
2.8
Helpful
2.7
Clarity

39%

Would Retake

112

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What Students Say

She is my best math teacher in my life

MATH252 - 5.0 rating

Highly recommend here

MATH251 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

95%

Textbook Required

48%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 38 reported grades
A: 11
Drop/Withdrawal: 6
B: 5
B+: 4
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MATH110120

5.0

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MATH836

5.0

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MATH110

5.0

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CALC251

3.6

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MATH190

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MATH253

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MATH112

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MATH111

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5.0

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4.6

Reviews (112)
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MATH222
Nov 14, 2002

No Comments

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4.0
MATH120
May 23, 2003

she cant teach... if you cant catch up with her lessons, she wont care about you, no matter what.

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MATH253
Sep 19, 2003

No Comments

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MATH
Oct 13, 2003

She is TERRIBLE...first off, she has a thick accent, which makes it difficult for you to understand what she is saying, PLUS she doesn't understand the questions you ask!! she makes the topic harder than what it should be. Plus-she doesn't care!!!

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MATH811
Oct 14, 2003

I had to take this class twice just to pass it. The second time around, I got someone who spoke english and whom I could understand.

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MATH120
May 5, 2004

she is alright..i never did homework just listened closely to her luctures still have 2 weeks of class left (spring 2004) seem to be getting a b or an A not sure yet. but just listen to her lectures and ask all the questions u want she'llanswer & u'll pas

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MATH120
Aug 27, 2004

The accent is NOT a problem- very slight. Great teacher who loves what she does and is good at it. She wants you to pass if you put in as much effort as she does. DO THE HOMEWORK! ASK QUESTIONS! YOU'LL PASS!

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MATH811
Aug 31, 2004

shes an okay teacher. . . .you wanna pass do the homework. . .shes real strict off that. . .i got an B when i should have gotten an A. . . .i missed 4 classes so my grade was dropped. . .her accent isnt too bad.

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MATH120
Nov 4, 2004

dont take this teacher no matter what!

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MATH252
Dec 7, 2004

she might be able to teach algebra.but, she belongs teaching arithmetic. I took her for Calculus 2 and it was the worst decision I ever made...Dont take her!!!Don't say I didnt warn you....

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MATH252
Dec 7, 2004

DO NOT TAKE THIS TEACHER! English is most likely her second language, and she speaks decent english, but she needs to go back to teaching school. If you somehow manage to make it through this class you better be an A student. After you decode her language and finally understand what she is trying

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MATH
Dec 13, 2004

She is a really good teacher who cares about give an effort.If you are lazy dont take her. If you care about learning she is highly recommended. Her accent is also clear.

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MATH112
Mar 15, 2005

Can't understand a word she says. Needs to take english classes or something! Learn the language before you teach it!

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MATH251
Jun 18, 2005

Over all she's not a bad teacher at all, but she is a hard teacher for sure.Homework is not very very important,just that some of the quizzes and tests might have homework problems.

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MATH120
Aug 11, 2005

Iloved taking her class. She is tough but fair.You need to aSK A LOT OF QUESTIONS to slow her down a little.

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MATH251
Oct 6, 2005

just a great teacher I've ever had before.Her accent is clear enough to understand, and fair.Class will be easy for you if you attend class everyday.You will learn something that you expected.A++

2.0
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MATH251
Grade: C-
Nov 2, 2005

No Comments

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3.0
MATH
Dec 28, 2005

She loves to give you homework and quiz you every week. She hase a slight accent but if you don't understand her just ask her to repeat or give another example. Those who didn't pass either loved to ditch class or failed to do the homework.

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MATH110120
Jan 15, 2006

She has an accent, but its clear enough. Gives homework everyday, but it's to benefit you. You don't have to do it if you don't want to because she doesn't collect them- only the handouts she makes you do while in groups to prepare for the test. There's quizzes probably every other week. Most of the problems on the homework is on tests and quizzes.

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MATH120
Mar 2, 2006

She is the best teacher to prepare you for next math classes. She was recomended to me by the dean, & the things I learned in her class have given me an edge over students that took other teachers for algebra.She is misunderstood but genuinely cares about her students suceess.If you are serious about school take her class if you care about learning

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MATH222
May 30, 2006

do not take her for anything that has to do with any calculus. you will regret the decision for the rest of you life.

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MATH120
Jan 7, 2007

THIS TEACHER DOES NOT TEACH WELL. IF YOU HAVE A HARD TIME UNDERSTANDING PEOPLE WITH ACCENTS, THEN DONT TAKE THIS TEACHER. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU DONT TAKE HER.

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MATH120
Mar 17, 2007

IF YOU WANT TO FAIL TAKE HER CLASS! I SWEAR... IM PRETTY GOOD IN MATH BUT SHE JUST MAKES THINGS WAY TO DIFFICULT THEN THERE SUPPOSED TO BE I SWEAR...HELLLLA HARD! TOUGH ACCENT TOO... ALL BAD WITH HER!

3.0
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MATH120
Jan 18, 2008

Do not take her unless you are really serious about math and can understand it. She grades unfair and favors some students a bit. I believe she cares about her students but is wayyyy to up tight about grading.

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MATH120
Jun 5, 2008

She's the WORST TEACHER EVER ! To take her class was the worst decision I ever made.

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MATH111
Sep 10, 2008

she is the worst teacher hands down. we had homework for a week and she didnt even tell us. also she is monotoned and very boring. she does not cover the material well AT ALL. this teacher is the worst teacher and I advise you to never pick her

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MATH811
Oct 8, 2008

I really enjoy Mrs. Zamani and her funny remarks. She makes class more interesting. It is not because she is critical but she is very blunt and sincere with where she is coming from. She has the student's best interest at heart... I wish I can have her again next semester. She is great.. I never loved math so much til' now

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MATH251
Nov 6, 2008

She tries very hard to do a good job teaching, but she's repeatedly forgotten to fully teach some parts that appeared on tests/quizzes. A fun but hard class.

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MATH120
Nov 25, 2008

Don't take this class...ever

2.0
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MATH251
Feb 26, 2009

I had her for math 251. She knows her stuff but she does not know how to teach. To make the class harder she puts material she hasn't even taught and expects us to learn it somehow. Avoid her at all costs. If you get stuck with this class, study every single day for hours if you want to pass. Getting an A is impossible, but good luck trying.

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MATH251
Apr 14, 2009

She really does need to go back to teachin school, her methods suck, plus shes the type of professor that wont help you. her class is not that hard, if you have prior calc knowledge. Although, her final is hella hard.

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MATH120
Jun 30, 2009

been in her class for a week, shes a nice and semi humorous teacher. can be very confusing in her teaching method. doesnt appear very organized.

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MATH120
Jul 18, 2009

Never Take this teacher. Rushes through the lecture because she says "there is so much to lear in so little time" but rushes so much that you dont learn at all. AWFULL

4.0
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MATH811
Oct 21, 2009

Good teacher, she knows her stuff. Yeah she can be really strict and she gives homework everyday, but it's only for your benefit. Just ask her for help if you don't get something, or go to her office. If you do the work, take notes and attend class, it's actually pretty easy to get an A.

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MATH251
Feb 4, 2010

she doesnt really know how to teach, she expects u to know alot of the stuff that she hasnt even taught. overal she is not ready to be a college teacher, she doesnt have an effective method to teach. SORRY IT IS WAT IT IS.

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MATH251
Feb 19, 2010

She knows her stuff, she just makes a lot of careless mistakes. Although she isn't the best teacher out there, at least she can teach. Calculus IS a hard thing to teach if you think about it.

4.0
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MATH251
Jul 12, 2010

She's a great teacher but needs more time, she goes thru all the different ways to solve a problem, cramming what should be a 2 hour class into 1. It's easy to fall behind b/c of all the info, and you'll need to get tutoring, b/c she doesn't waste time reviewing homework, the textbook is horrible,and Solution Man.garbage. Recommend for the twisted.

2.0
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MATH120
Oct 2, 2010

Went very fast paced throughout the whole semester, she tries to trick you in her test & homework questions, even the tutors couldnt figure out them. I highly recommend not taking her unless you are a VERY quick and easy learner. Take Evan Leach. Way better of a teacher.

4.0
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MATH251
Oct 26, 2010

She's funny and she teaches the class well. She expects you to do the homework even if its 10% of your grade. She wants her students to succeed and the only way is to actually do the work. She loud and clear, although she has an an accent. I hope she teaches math 252!

3.0
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MATH120
Dec 12, 2010

took her my first semester at skyline. got an 79.6 and she didnt round up. SUCKS

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MATH120
Feb 25, 2011

I like ms Zamani, she really wants her student to learn. You have to study for class because her quizzes and tests are really hard and can be really tricky. Do her homeworks and try to get good scores on the first few quizzes, since her math problems get more complicated. If you're not into serious studying, don't take her class.

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MATH222
Jun 2, 2011

So many people complain about Zamani, "she has an accent," "she grades unfair", "she's unclear," etc. But those are fortunately all myths (except for the first part). While she does speak w/ an accent, she explains the material with clarity. She wants you to do the hws and as long as you do the work, you'll pass w/ an A! I'm taking her for Math251!

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MATH222
Jun 12, 2011

Zamani expects a lot out of her students. If you make her, be prepared to do a boat load of homework. I think that is the hardest part to be honest. Her tests are reasonably fair... I would look for another professor though

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MATH222
Aug 5, 2011

EXTREMELY HELPFUL TEACHER. Do the homework, then you won't have to study for the quizzes/tests/finals no more (the questions are relatively the same) Got an A in her class without too much effort (but still LEARNED A LOT). The only thing I dreaded was using WileyPLUS. TAKE ZAMANI! =)

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MATH120
Oct 27, 2011

She is really easy. She gives a lot of examples an shows how to do each step. Either you're not listening or just an idiot not to understand her. Her tests are easy but I just wish she didn't care about attendance. I would have gotten an A if I went to class everyday but that's 10% of my grade haha.

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MATH836
Nov 17, 2011

I love her she cares so much about u the thing is that she just doesnt like ppl inwilling to learn

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MATH251
Dec 27, 2011

great teacher! she explains things extremely well! i learned a lot! her tests are hard and she is a picky grader but as long as you pay attention in class you'll be fine. she seems a bit intimidating at first but shes really nice. there is hw about twice a week, quizzes for each section and a test after each chapter. take her shes great!!

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MATH251
May 23, 2012

Attendance is not required, but coming in class definitely helps you succeed. I got an A, and without much effort. I am also not a big math whiz, but she made everything easier to understand. The quiz problems/items are basically the same ones that come out on her tests and final. Easy to understand, you learn a lot, and have a swell time. :)

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MATH251
May 25, 2012

Please do not take her class she is the worst teacher you can ever have. though she has a wonderful personalty she is really bad at teaching. if your taking her class DROP NOW!!!

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MATH251
Nov 30, 2012

She is OK on teaching. Her tests and quizes are not easy that much, but fair. A was not that hard. Some people are struggling in this class, because the concepts are not easy, not because she is bad at teaching. She is not perfect, but OK.

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MATH251
Apr 23, 2013

Made things very confusing, would often get confused by questions. If you learn math by plugging and chugging formulas. Pretty much skipped over the last section and put us very behind for the next course.

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MATH110
May 1, 2013

If you want to learn Algebra than Mrs. Z is the teacher for you. She is extremely helpful and basically has unlimited office hours. If she sees that you are putting in effort, Mrs. Z will go out of her way to make sure you understand the material. Its hard to not have success in her class.

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MATH251
Jun 5, 2013

This is not an easy class. If you are good in algebra and trig, you will definitely have a better time. She rewards students who work hard--if you put the work in and show up, you'll get an A. Also, remember that the Final grade replaces lowest test grade, and Mesa packets add points to this score--managed to raise my 85 to an A.

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MATH120
Jun 17, 2013

Beware. If you like to be self taught, then go for it. She writes textbook problems on board at 200 mph and then expects you to already know all the steps after 1 second of her reviewing it. If you like to be made fun of in public for asking a question, ask away. Her mantra,per her words in Russia you just have to figure it out on our your.

5.0
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MATH110
Grade: B+
Aug 19, 2013

She is very caring and helpful. She made me understand math. She will reopen online hw. Make sure you attend classes or you'll be lost the next. Don't ever miss out on quizzes and tests. I enjoyed having her!

5.0
2.0
CALC251
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 4, 2013

EXTREMELY GOOD TEACHER. Very fair. Gives lots of examples. Tests/quizes entirely based on in-class notes. Explains material very well (accent not hard to understand at all). If you listen and do the work,you WILL get a good grade and KNOW the material. She really knows and loves the subject and makes the class fun. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS TEACHER.

1.0
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MATH251
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2013

Not at all good. She expects you to study everything by your self. Gives problems for tests and quizes from no where. Cannot understand a word she teaches. Teaches 1 problem from a section and gives you a ton of homework on the same day, expecting you to learn the rest of the section by urself. DO NOT TAKE HER.

3.0
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MATH190
Jan 7, 2014

Not an easy class but it is possible to pass. Simply build a sort of relationship and show your interest in the class and go to her for help immediately in her office hours so she can help you with what your struggling with and your weak points. Do this and study and you won't have a problem passing.

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MATH251
Jan 19, 2014

I have been in her class for one week. Honestly, she has an accent. Most importantly, her homework is not what she taught in her class! That scares me! Also, what she taught is not well organized and you have to study for something that you have to know but she didn't teach. Also, her syllabus rules are strict. Don't take her class

1.0
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MATH251
Jan 22, 2014

I droped the class yesterday. Her homework didn't match to what she taught in the class.She has 4-5 tests and one final. Each exam is hard and come from no where...I know this because I did her homework and realized that she expects us to know something that she didn't say...Don't take hers. If you love math,it helps. If you want credit.Don't.

1.0
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MATH190
Feb 7, 2014

Miss zamani is probaly one of the worst teachers at skyline. She is inconsiderate, and narrowminded. She treats her students as if they are in highschool. She doesnt teach she will quiz you on material you havent learned yet. Most of all her english is so bad that she will word questions in a way where they dont even pertain to work in front of u.

1.0
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MATH251
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Apr 12, 2014

Professor Zamani is not a good professor. Sure, she can teach; but she spends too much time on the first 2 chapters, that she rushes the last 2 chapters. She gives Wiley hw, yet she does not know how to use the website itself. If you get a problem marked wrong when your solution is the same as wiley's, she will offer you a point but never give it.

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MATH251
Apr 14, 2014

SERIOUSLY, even if you love math, DO NOT TAKE ZAMANI. She cannot teach, she does not understand how to use Wiley (the online hw she gives), and she is a hard grader. She's slow with the easy material but rushes the harder material. We're in chapter 4 right now, which she says is the hardest chapter and she's just zooming through it.

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MATH251
Apr 14, 2014

I hate Zamani. The way she lectures, how she "helps" her students just doesn't cut it; even if you love math, this class is a pain in the rear. I learn more on YouTube and Khan Academy than from her. Her lectures are worthless and do not fully explain the materials in the chapters.

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MATH251
Apr 15, 2014

WORST TEACHER, do not take her class. She expects you to learn everything on your own. Her homeworks do not match to the stuff she taught in class. You have to refer other sources to learn and then do the homework. HORRIBLE TEACHER

4.0
2.0
MATH190
Grade: A
May 25, 2014

A tough teacher if you are not motivated yourself. She respects you when you do your work, come to class and show that you are making progress, even if it is a little at a time. She will get to know you and help you. It is important to take this class seriously, get tutoring help and take advantage of her office hours. I got an A doing exactly that

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CALCULUS1
Jul 29, 2014

This professor is the bad professor in skyline college

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MATH251
Grade: B
Mar 1, 2015

If you want to be challenged and become a better student, take Zamani. I transferred to UCLA this year as a Business Economics major after 2 years at Skyline and could definitely see Zamani being a professor here. She'll prepare you tremendously for the university level. Highly recommend here.

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MATH251
Grade: Rather not say
Oct 14, 2015

Her quiz and test are really hard and she expect you to do well.

3.0
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MATH190
Nov 15, 2015

Zamani is a nice person. However, the class/homework can be irrelevant to what we're learning which confuses everyone. She expects us to know the material when she doesn't teach it. We had a full class before but now at least 12 people have dropped because they have trouble learning. I do not recommend this class unless you NEED it.

3.0
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MATH251
Dec 8, 2015

Taking Zamani's class? GOOD LUCK.

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CALC251
Grade: C
Jan 13, 2016

Textbook doesn't help much and the notes only helped a bit. She is supportive and only wants you to succeed. Don't be afraid to go to her office. For more help with the class use the Learning Center, MESA, and Khan Academy.

3.0
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MATH190
Grade: B+
Jan 21, 2016

Ms. Zamani only wants you to succeed! Math 190 was tough,you have to be motivated and willing to work hard if you want to pass the class! I recommend finding a friend in this class and working with them when it comes to homework if you don't get it. This class consists of online homework and quizzes, pop quizzes every week, and a lot of group work

4.0
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MATH130
Apr 11, 2016

Ms. Z is not a tough teacher like the other reviews claim. She is clear with what she wants. With math it's either you got it right or you didn't but some people expect to get credit for at least trying. Zamani makes you memorize things and helps you to really understand each trig concept. She definitely prepared me for Calculus. Highly recommend!

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MATH251
May 4, 2016

She is not as tough as what people are saying. Like any college class you need to put in the work to get the results you want. Make sure you take notes in class and study the notes because the tests and quizzes are very similar to the notes.

5.0
3.0
MATH190
Grade: A
May 4, 2016

perhaps the most inspiring professor in all the math departments for all community colleges. She will teach you how to be an expert in math if you aren't comfortable with it already and will feed you with future guidelines to push you towards you major. people will complain but they expect and crave easy assignments which is a personal problem.

5.0
3.0
MATH190
Grade: B+
May 27, 2016
Would take again

I came into this class aiming for a C because I haven't taken math in 4 years. Ended up getting a high B. Professor Z really cares about her students, she'll bring the best out of you. Yes, there's Homework every night but its not hard, and she's ALWAYS available to talk too. If she sees that you're trying she'll like you even more.

3.0
4.0
MATH190
Grade: B
Sep 19, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Never going to take such a difficult class again especially while working.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
MATH190
Grade: B
Oct 17, 2016
Would take again

If you don't want to take a hard class to improve yourself, then don't go to college. Going to College is optional in any countries. You are here to get better and struggle so that you improve. She teaches college course like a college level. Of course, it is not going to be easy. You may be stupid for college, because Math 190 is honestly HS level

Respected
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
5.0
MATH252
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2016
Would take again

I spend a lot of effort on her class. She is my best math teacher in my life. Her quiz is based on the example on the class but you need to understand them comprehensively. As an international student, she gave me a strong fundamental of Calculus. I can feel my math skill is improving when I preparing her quiz. Sign up for class and learn real math

Respected
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
1.0
4.0
MATH200
Mar 18, 2017
Wouldn't take again

You basically have to teach yourself in this class. The homework doesn't match the lecture. She gives lots of homework on things she hasn't taught so you must look it it up and try to figure it out. Then she grades tough on it, but still doesn't teach it and then it shows up on the quiz. She is forgetful, gives quizzes earlier than she says.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
2.0
MATH200
Grade: A+
May 6, 2017
Would take again

I honestly don't get why people hate her. Took math190 with her so I get used to her. She is hilarious and gives hella amount of homework but it is a really good practice for big tests. Got A for both classes. She is caring and patient. She always quotes famous people's to motivate us before every class. She is not a tough grader. Love her.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
2.0
4.0
MATH200
May 29, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She claims she does "reverse teaching." She make us do notes for homework, get quizzed on it next day, LECTURES AFTER IT, group work, then homework and repeat. Her lectures are confusing and messy. You basically have to teach yourself for this class. Consider going to the learning center for help or going to her office hours. Don't recommend.

1.0
5.0
MATH200
Aug 28, 2017
Wouldn't take again

this class is basically self study. and she expects you to learn everything the next day, she gives study checks and grades them tough. she does not give real "lectures", instead she just goes over the study check's answers after you turn it in. Most days are like this, and other days are group work

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
4.0
MATH251
Nov 2, 2017
Wouldn't take again

calc is so hard (for me at least) and when i would ask questions i just felt like stupid b/c she wouldn't want to explain it to me. so i tried to teach myself from the textbook and ended up dropping. attendance and punctuality MATTERS and she'll drop you if you miss a certain amount of classes

Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
4.0
MATH200
Grade: A
Jan 7, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Professor Zamani is a decent teacher and really cares about her students succeeding. We constantly have study checks from reading the online textbook so make sure you take good notes. Quizzes are pretty hard but it prepares you for her tests. Overall, class is pretty difficult but you will have to put in the effort to understand the material

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
4.0
MATH252
Grade: A
Jan 12, 2018
Would take again

Took calc 2 in hs, and retook it with Zamani. She doesn't really explain concepts the best so you really have to speak up and ask questions. However she does care, and wants you to succeed and will help if you ask. Take her if you want a teacher that cares, is fair and rewards effort.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
Caring
4.0
4.0
MATH200
Grade: B
Jan 20, 2018
Would take again

Professor Zamani is an excellent teacher. Going back to school & dreading math, she made it easy to understand. I took 190 w/ her as well. She wants the best for her students. Not just a passing you b/c you show up. She gives HW every day, but you will appreciate it back the next day graded with feedback. I would recommend if you want a challege.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
2.0
5.0
MATH251
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 26, 2018
Wouldn't take again

All I will say is that this class is the best example of defining "impossible" when it comes to getting an A.

2.0
4.0
CALC252
Grade: B
May 3, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She keeps you in class longer than scheduled, her lectures are rushed and confusing, isnt slear, doesnt let you know when hw is due online

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
5.0
MATH251
May 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Loves to speak condescendingly towards class if they do bad on anything. Not very approachable to students except for the best in the class.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
CALC251
Grade: A
Jul 2, 2018
Would take again

Zamani is a very caring teacher who teaches you at the same level you would be taught in a four year college. She assigns lots of online homework, she gives out a lot of worksheets, has a lot of quizzes and tests but they are usually graded the next day and she will go over the answers. Just show up, do all your work, and work hard.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
1.0
5.0
MATH120
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 30, 2018
Wouldn't take again

do yourself a favor and dont take here if youre just taking stats for general credits. If its your major shell probably be great for you

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
MATH190
Grade: B+
Nov 2, 2018
Would take again

Zamani really makes you work for your grade. After the first exam I wasn't doing so good doing the class and she saw my frustration. She asked me to make time to go see her in her office after every class. With her regular office hours and going to SI meetings it really saved my grade and I ended up taking her again for math 200

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
1.0
5.0
MATH200
Nov 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I don't understand how this woman still has a tenure. Its like taking online class but suffering the chore of appearing in person. She makes you read the book, get tested on what you read, do worksheets, at home, and your own, do the online hw, and then get quiz or test. The ONLY feedback she gives, are the answers post turn in, which are useless

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
4.0
MATH251
Grade: A
Dec 25, 2018
Would take again

Miss. Z is one of the best mathematics professors at skyline college, I have taken two courses with her, Calc 1 and 2, she was so professional and organized throughout the year. She really cares about her students and if you are an engineering major student, you would really need a solid base in math and she is the one to offer you that

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
2.0
5.0
MATH252
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Calculus is naturally one of the hardest classes youll ever take. Take Calc with Zamani and you double the pressure and stress. Her teaching style is push you to the edge until you change your major because you couldnt handle your math class. Her tests and quizzes are extremely difficult, and gives little practice and confusing lectures.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MATH252
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 15, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Her lecture is too confusing and doesn't give enough examples. She gives worksheets and expects you to turn in by tomorrow. Also on the online homework assignments you only given 3 attempts to get the right answers. All of these things, makes you want to learn the same concept online and it explained way better than she does in class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MATH190
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 23, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Prolly the worst professor I've ever had. I'm amazing at math, shes just the worst thing that could happen to the class. she'll hand you the packet and tell you to do it. then when you're almost done she'll tell you that everyones doing it wrong and then turn it in still, even tho you had to restart. don't listen to her lectures. go straight to TA.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
So many papers
1.0
5.0
MATH200
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

The worst class Ive ever taken. I dont wanna be rude or anything but she barely speaks English and its hard to learn because she gives you reading assignments instead of teaching you. When you come to class. She comes off super rude & gives you bad grades. Every answer has to be her way on homework, quizzes and tests. Ill never retake her again

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
MATH251
Grade: A
Jan 7, 2020
Would take again

Zamani is a fantastic professor! She genuinely cares about her students. She gives lots of examples during her lectures, and does review prior to quizzes and tests. She is a very fast grader, so you'll know what grade you got on quizzes and tests the day after. She teaches real math, and you'll definite learn a lot for a solid foundation in math.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
MATH252
Grade: A
May 7, 2020
Would take again

Zamani geniunely cares and wants you to succeed. DON'T take this class if you just plan on getting by with a C and moving on. There's a ton of online and paper hw. It gives you a lot of practice, but the exams/quizzes are based on her handouts and lecture examples. She throws curve balls on exams and it takes more than normal class time to finish.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
MATH252
May 15, 2020
Would take again

Really cares about her students! Do the homework, and make sure to practice them so you know how to do them without hesitance on the tests. No extra credit, so make sure you do well on the tests. There is homework almost daily, so do the homework and make sure to keep on top of everything

Gives good feedback
Test heavy
Caring
3.0
4.0
CALC251
Grade: A-
May 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Overall good, butkind of rigid, you can't use advanced knowledge you've learned elsewhere than her class: Advanced Placement, other math classes, etc.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
MATH251
Grade: A-
May 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is professional in terms of knowledge. However, she is too rigid: you can't use any outside or advanced knowledge she did not teach. Never expect her to reply to your email. BTW, the textbook is expensive.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
MATH251
Grade: A
Jun 11, 2020
Would take again

I think a lot of students have some misunderstandings for her. I think she is a great professor. She cares about students's success. She is strict, but you will definitely learn a lot in this class. Lots of hw which help a lot on the quizzes and tests.

Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
MATH251
Grade: A-
Sep 4, 2020
Would take again

No real reason not to do well in her class. She's tough, but her exam questions are straight out of the book. Same thing with her homework.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Caring
1.0
4.0
MATH251
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She dropped me from the class when i tried to explain why i was struggling with zoom. No explanation, just straight up dropped, no remorse whatsoever.

1.0
4.0
MATH130
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Dont know how to explain and only uses book problems. She only grades it when its her way. No holidays too! Had almost everything perfect yet I skipped because of thanksgiving next thing you know your grades dropped

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
CALC251
Grade: Incomplete
Nov 23, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I suggest not to take her class. She is a good teacher but her curriculum is definitely something I dont want to experience again. She is a tough grader, if you skip a step you already knew, she wouldn't care about it, she will detect a point or 2. For instance, she didn't grade my paper and gave me -11 for 2 completed works.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MATH252
Jan 18, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Homework is like tests. You only get one submission of pdf file, if you get wrong she takes points off. Teaches very badly. Lots of homework, and nearly all of class dropped.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MATH251
Jan 19, 2022
Wouldn't take again

I would never take this class again. There are a lot of homework and quizzes. The Professor doesnt care about you and your condition at all. The lectures are also very confusing.

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