I took both Astronomy and Physics with Mr. Martin. He is a great teacher with a sense of humor. Both classes were well taught and exciting. Great labs.

He's a great teacher with a lot of knowledge. You can tell he loves physics and astronomy. Astronomy was not hard at all and I pity the person who thinks it was. Very interesting.

Professor Martin is a great teacher. He doesn't like slackers and always wants you to do your best. He's very helpful and very nice- a little sarcastic but funny. Take him if you want to work and learn.

Great professor! Take him if you want to do some major learning!!!!

Very interesting class. Prof is very organized and clear on expectations. I learned a great deal in his class. There's a bit of work involved but it was worth it.

Hard class, but he made it enjoyable. Hard tests, lecture and notes were 40years old and hot helpfull. But he knows what to expect. Lots of easier labs, and quizzes. Great teacher overall.

Hes a good teacher, the tests are kind of hard, but he takes the time to help you. Tricky with his tests, u get examples never seen before, other then that he makes the class as easy as possible to understand.

I thought this class was easy, i never got the book, just the notes and lab packets. his lectures are insightful, however they can become boring. if your not good at mental math dont take this class. he is not a big fan or calculators.

The class is slightly hard if you are not good with math and or thinking on your feet. He does have old notes but the point is for you to learn about astronomy in general. The notes help a great deal because he gives you the objectives (basically telling you what to look for when you study) over all he is one of the best professors I have ever had

He is very fun and very well informed. He is also very well organized and explains things thoroughly. I got a VERY easy A. The class might be hard, if ANYTHING, but he is a good teacher. Take him. NOT SYED HUSSEIN!!!

I thought that Mr. Martin was a wonderful teacher. Sure he has some bland jokes, but he tries. He does expect alot, but come on, you aren't in high school anymore. He gives you a study sheet for the tests that are almost identical to the test, just different numbers, so there are no surprises.

Mr. Martin was probably the coolest teacher Ive had in college...he was kind of confusing at times but very helpful if u needed the help...

He actually maintained my interest in physics. His astronomy class is difficult but if you take the class thinking that you're just going to look at pretty stars then you should go back to high school. I highly recommend him!

Mr. Martin was a good professor.. his tests are a bit difficult but the work isn't hard and he is always willing to help. YOUR IN COLLEGE NOW not all classes are going to be a piece of cake, and they shouldn't. It's a good and interesting a class. It's 1,000 times better then the alternative here..Victoria Person (don't take her you'll be sorry)

This class is a lot of work, and some of it is hard. Martin is nice has a sense of humor & will help if you ask. There are MANY extra credit opportunities. It is possible to get an A if you want it bad enough and you study appropriately! Martin was a great teacher and I would take another class from him! The subject is difficult not the teacher!

I took Prof. Martin for both Physics and Astronomy. He is absolutley the best professor I have ever had. Professional, FAIR, knowledgable, humorous, intelligent. He rocks! Don't be put off by his dry sense of humor.

I had professor Martin for both physics classes and astronomy. His classes are very straight forward and if you do the work you should have no problem passing the class. It does take a work and time to pass his class with an A but thats the way college classes should be. You get out what you put in. He is a great teacher and fair one as well.

Coolest teacher ever. If you can't do 5th grade math then you probably shouldn't take this class. If you need a calculator for everything, well ... go back to grade school and THEN come to college. Form study groups, practice your math, and this class will help you in more ways than you will ever know! Mr. Martin rules!

Probably the best teacher I have had in my entire life! seriously, he always kept me interesting, has all the notes written for you and sticks to it. Really interesting and down to Earth. He actually made it fun. the no calculator thing has payed off so many times and I use the stuff I learned from his class in so many other classes

mr martin is a very good teacher. he will help you if you are struggling in his class. I was scared on the 1st day but he made it comfortable to be in his class. He is a must take instructor!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mr. Martin was awesome! The first day he was a little scary but if you go to class and take notes then you'll do fine! Hi tests were based completely off the notes! He goes over all the answers to the notes before the test. I had him for Astronomy and was really nervous but I got a B+. He's really nice if your respectful to him. Learn a lot!

Based on prior ratings, I was scared to take Mr. Martin. Don't be! Physics is hard but he is very fair and a really nice guy. He is more than willing to help but you have to go to him, he won't baby you. Worked hard for a B, sut that's life. If I can do it, anyone can.

He is probably the most amazing Prof I've ever had! He was so helpful with students and was truly interested in helping students understand the subject.

As a former English Major, I was terrified of Physics. This class has made me feel great. It's a College Science course, so if you're not strong in that area, expect to study a lot for a good grade. His sample tests and example problems are very useful. Being confident in actual math, not calculators helps. Also, prepare for WW2 history :)

This is my 3rd semester with Mr. Martin. He has been teaching at OCC for a very long time and is quite knowledgable. I would reccomend him to anyone. If you are looking for any blow off classes don't turn to Mr. Martin.

It was definitely a very difficult class but he kept it interesting. His examples and stories were actually entertaining. I was extremely worried about the 'No Calculator' tests (2 of the 5) but the numbers come out so perfectly that those tests were actually easier. He's definitely not for everybody but I really enjoyed his class.

Interesting subject but hard professor. Hes been teaching this subject since the 70s so he knows his stuff. No need to buy book but you need to buy outline packets and follow those in class. If you want to pass go over his objectives and pay attention. If you slack you will fail, he doesnt mess around.

Helps to know before taking class:how to run spell-check,significant figures,percent error. Quizzes sometimes from homework questions. MUST know which equation to apply (major penalty).Generous about other mistakes, yet ppl with more math background fare better. Practice so memory is not an issue freeing you to concentrate on analyzing problems.

This is not an easy class. Do not take it if your looking for a class just to fill credit hours. Mr. Martin is very smart and knows his stuff but he does not tolerate students who slack off. He has high expectations of all of his students. Buy his notes but the book is not necessary.

Prof. Martin is great-clear & almost always takes you from A to B w/out skipping steps. It's a tough course & his class is the easiest Physics will ever get. His notes include worked out examples... really helpful in getting me past the places I got stuck. You won't do well if you don't do the homework and then some. Ask & keep asking questions.

Nice guy. Fascinating class. But way too much information to comprehend in too little time.

I love this class. He is very helpful I went to him quite a few times with problems and he was always willing to take the time to answer me. He is a great instructor I would take his classes again

Prof. Martin did an excellent job overall. He also made an entire semester of Phy II available on video in the library. If you watch them before the class, it should give you a good idea of what to expect and will go a long way in helping you succeed in the course. He's a pretty lenient grader but you still need to know the material & do the work.

This is an exceptionally great class if you're willing to learn and work at it! Instructor is very structured and difficult but always willing to explain so ask questions. Always available for office hours. Not a blow off class...need to be there to understand material. Cost of materials for the class is low, no book required!

Loved Mr. Martin

Mr. Martin is ALWAYS willing to make himself available should you request help. Not an "easy" class but if you do the labs (two of which are merely field trips), take notes during the review sessions and read the required short stories you'll do fine. You can re-take any test you flunk, plus there's plenty of extra credit available.

Love Him! He is kind of old school but he knows what he is talking about. Objectives lay out everything you need to know and always answered all my questions. He is also very funny. If you study and pay attention you'll be fine, it's no easy A. I highly recommend.

Do not take him! He makes everything way more difficult than it needs to be. His tests are stressful because sometimes he gives you a bunch of the same type of problems in your notes, but then gives you something completely different or something you barely covered on the test. If you do take him, read the notes well. He's very condescending.

Took physics w/martin. LOVED HIM! physics is not an easy class, i find a lot of comments are from whiny ppl who dont take the time to put work into their education. He seems grumpy or annoyed by questions, but he was always there to help and see that you succeed. Would have loved to take his astronomy class.

A great teacher.

Professor Martin has a very structured class that teaches you physics from the basics. It is not easy. You'll have to work really hard if you're not familiar with the concepts. I think Martin has put a lot of thought into this class and I was really happy when I did well. It requires critical thinking so you can't just show up and get an A.

Im in Mr.Spencers class now, definitely not a blowoff class so do not take him for that reason. just pay attention and study for his tests, the class isn't impossible its just not an easy as most the classes at OCC. He's not a mean guy or anything, the class is just kinda boring, just take care of your stuff and do all the work and you"ll pass.

Mr. M is worth taking because you will learn how to study if you do not know already. it is very very possible to earn an A is astronomy. It just requires effort like any other college level science course. Plus, extra credit is offered ALOT.

Hard class, good teacher. If you're willing to study then this is the class for you. Martin is helpful without actually giving direct answers, making you actually learn the material. Would recommend.

Professor Martin is the Professor I would love to have in all my classes. Ask for extra credit readings and you will do fine in class.I learned a lot and met a great teacher who cares about the subject and his students. Do all the experiments and see the tutor and a good grade is yours.If you are lazy,pick another class !

Professor Martin is the kind of Professor I would like to have in all my classes. Clear instructions and expectations, he has a love for the subject and he cares about his students. He likes to educate and sures creative ways to get difficult concepts across. Do not be afraid if you are not a Math person.

Stories galore this dude loves to tell stories especially ones about WWII. Good teacher refined class he''s been teaching the same material in the same room since like 1979 so he knows how to teach it. Pay attention show up and you''ll be good to go. Some tests you won''t be able to use a calculator usually calculations are easy enough.

No textbook required but you should show up for class and buy the note packet required. Fairly simple class easy teacher as long as you get what he''s talking about. Get a good lab partner preferably someone that won''t drop the class 3 weeks in. Willing to help if you ask for the help.

it is simple .when you take a class you are expected to learn the subject matter... this is not that hard of a class IF you expend the effort to ACTUALLY learn... I wish that there was an astronomy II class to learn even more. when you are doing the objectives, use the web to get another perspective, helps with retention

You will be bored in this class. He reads directly from the notes (which he gives you, so you don't have to buy the book) in a somewhat monotone voice. However, you will learn. Read the notes, study, and do the experiments and you'll be fine. He gives a TON of extra credit; there is no reason you shouldn't get an A in this class!.

Professor Martin is clear about what will be on the test and what you need to study (he gives you his class notes which are helpful). DO THE HOMEWORK PROBLEMS. He likes quizzes, but if you take even 30min to do the HW you should be fine. He tells a lot of stories, but they're a nice breather & help wapplying concepts.

Great professor, great class, easy to talk to, but if you don't study or attend class, you may fall behind.

You absolutely have to put in the work to get that A, but in the process you'll really learn your physics. He's been teaching the same class in the same room for decades, but that's not a bad thing. He has the schedule nailed down and it works. He's a little intimidating at first, but he's really a nice guy who wants to see his students succeed.

I misjudged Mr. Martin at the start of the semester because of his low, monotone voice and demeanor. In reality he turned out to be a nice guy who is a clear, straightforward lecturer who is there to help and a fair grader. His notes, HW problems and practice tests are sufficient to succeed, but you must put in the effort to get the grade you want.

He is simply the best professor I've ever had! Sure physics is hard, and he does not always let you use the calculator, but Martin makes everything more clear and he clearly loves what he's doing. He is passionate about physics and will make you love it. I would recommend him to anyone!

Mr. Martin is an amazing professor! He loves Europe and WWII. You need to dedicate time for this class, to complete all 10 assigned tasks (labs and sky plots) and to study. He covers a lot of material, you don't need the textbook, only the notebooks (sold OCC bookstore). Very clear grading criteria, if you work hard you are going to do well.

One of the best professors I've had! He cares about his students and pushes them to do better because he knows they can do it. As long as you follow along in the lectures, do the labs/homework, and genuinely understand the material you'll pass the class with no problem. He is a tough grader, but he gives a clear grading criteria. He is also funny!

I'm surprised to see so many negative comments about professor Martin. I guess everybody wants to pass this class without putting in any effort! DO YOUR HOMEWORK!!! Read instructions / grading criteria CAREFULLY and you'll pass without a problem. Also, the professor is ALWAYS willing to help students one on one ( before / after class )! Take him!

Mr. Martin is a great teacher. You have to put some effort to do really well in this class. Do not worry about the calculator , just make sure you follow the right steps in solving the problems. Choose the right group for you in the lab since its a group project. It is a fun class and there is a lot to learn! Enjoy!

I am a senior in college. Mr. Martin is one of the best professors I have ever had. Take him if you want to be inspired.

Prof. Martin is a great professor. i enjoyed his class. it was my first time taking phy. and i enjoyed it. he loves talking about his vacations and WWII stuff. he is intimidating at first, but he is a good professor. he reads off of his notes, and hates calculators. so study well and you will pass with no problem. Also he wants 20 errors for labs:(

Love this professor, if you apply yourself you will pass no problem. Always available for help, textbook is not required. HW problems will be pop quiz questions so do them. Tough grader but makes since so you dont make silly mistakes. Lets you re take a test if you fail to get it up to a 65. Throws out 1 lab and 5 quizes which really helps ur grade

Not sure what to say. He was a great teacher and really knows the topic! The class seemed a little harder than it needed to be, but I got through it. The labs kind of sucked. He's basically a university teacher at a community college. The only real downside is he let his political opinions slip a couple times.