2.9

Tek Fessahaye

Mathematics - Santa Fe College

2.9
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
33%
Would Retake
117
Reviews
2.9
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
3.1
Helpful
2.6
Clarity

33%

Would Retake

117

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

By far my favorite math teacher

MAC2313 - 4.0 rating

Not a bad teacher just, I would have preferred someone clearer

MAC2313 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

67%

Textbook Required

57%

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B+ (4)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 35 reported grades
A: 8
B: 5
B+: 4
Not sure yet: 4
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Caring (4)
Lots of homework (4)
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Hilarious (2)
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Reviews (117)
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MAT63
May 10, 2003

I took him twice for two different classes, thought I had him figured out for the second time but I didn't I got a C in both of his classes and rarely ever get C's.

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ALG103
May 28, 2003

As a Social Studies teacher, I never thought that I could be so impressed with someone outside my profession. Mr.Fessahaye is the most amazing mathematician in college. He made the most difficult concepts interesting and fun.He loves math and displays it.

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MGF
Jul 5, 2003

I highly recommend this guy and will be taking him for another class!

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MGF1107
Apr 27, 2004

This guy was great! I usually suck at math and found his to be class interesting and enjoyable. I passed with flying colors! Take him if you get the chance.

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STA2021
May 10, 2004

He can be a little hard to understand at times and often talks to himself. Is willing to help but has reasonably hard tests.

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MAC1106
Jun 21, 2004

Awesome teacher. Explains the course is his way so read the book too (but use it at the library instead of buying it.) He uses homework ques for his tests so do it to pass, plus you get extra points for it. Very intelligent & gives lessons on life too.

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STATISTICS
Sep 12, 2004

Do not take this proffessor for statistics. This is already a hard class and he has not taught it well enough to understand the basic principles. He assigns homework but refuses to go over it in class and doesn't teach how the stats program works.

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STATISTICS
Nov 18, 2004

I love this teacher. He is the best, I highly reccommend him to anyone. Yes he may be hard to understand sometimes but he is very funny and makes class interesting. Work is easy because it is done on the calculator. I will be taking him again. The BEST professor.

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MGF1106
Nov 29, 2004

This guy rules! His accent is so hard to get at first, but once you get him his jokes are funny. Don't take him for hard math classes ( he doesn't eaxplain anything very well), but if you're good at math,he is the teacher i recommend.

1.0
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STA2023
Dec 5, 2004

Both my brother and I took this class with Tek, he is by far the worst teacher I have ever had!!! Do not take him! Very unclear, has a horrible accent, doesnt explain anything, very hard tests, unhelpful. I have taken many classes and this was by far the worst one!!

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MGF1106
Dec 6, 2004

Although his accent is very thick, he is a good teacher. Get used to the accent and you'll be okay, although I would recommend him for those students who are already at least "good" at math.

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STA2023
Dec 8, 2004

Hated this class. Most of the people felt totally lost. He rushes through the concepts and then says he will go into it during his office hours but if your schedule does not work with his you are out of luck. My recommendation is that you do not take this man. I have A's in other math courses.

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STA2303
Dec 8, 2004

Yes, his accent is thick, but he's not. He's absolutely hilarious, and he knows his stuff. I was fine until the last fews weeks, when I was completely lost, but it's an easy class if you're not stupid like me.

5.0
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MGF1106
Dec 9, 2004

Tek is very entertaining and really knows his stuff. He makes sure you know exactly what will be on exams. The accent isn't a problem, and he speaks better English than most "Americans."

5.0
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MGF1106
Jan 4, 2005

I love this guy. He is one of the best. He really knows what he's talking about and very entertaining. I would definitely recommend him. He does have an accent but it didn't bother me. Got an A in his class.

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STA2023
Jan 5, 2005

He is one of the easiest Math teacher at SFCC. Just study his notes and pratice the examples. (oh, and ask around for his old tests b/c he uses the same types of questions ..Hint hint)

4.0
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STA2023
Feb 9, 2005

You must know that he's got a accent, it does make him hard to understand sometimes but its more funny than anything. Can be hard to follow sometimes but is a nice guy, can come off as mean sometimes but he never means it.

5.0
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MGF1106
Mar 30, 2005

This is the best teacher I have had at Santa Fe. Do your homework and the quizzes and tests are simple. Be careful on the final it was a lot more complicated that the other tests. He is helpful if you have questions and he really knows his Math!!!!

5.0
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STA2023
Apr 5, 2005

He's quite helpful, and give projetcs to you to get extra points. But, these projects are difficult. His note is quite unclear, and totally different information with book. So, you have to write ur note carefully, and not absent.

5.0
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MGF1106
Apr 24, 2005

He lets you know what will be on the test and if he accidently puts something in there that he did not go over, he will not count it. A great teacher, keeps class interesting. If you take good notes and do the homework, you should get an A, I did!

3.0
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MGF1106
Jun 24, 2005

good teacher, english is not his strong point but he is still a good teacher. he is very funny at first you will be like what the hell is he talking about but then you will get used to it. and learn to appreciate math

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MGF1107
Nov 16, 2005

DO NOT take this class if you want to be able to understand math. He is passionate about math, but doesn't make it easy for people who dislike math. Great guy, but not someone to learn Stats from.

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MGF1106
Dec 15, 2005

Tek is a great guy and really knows his stuff. He is so funny!! He can be hard to understand sometimes and moves somewhat quick through all the info. Overall a really good teacher.

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STATISTICS
Mar 28, 2006

Tek is a great teacher, very funny! However, if you are not strong in math then you probably don't want to take him. He is hard to understand and he has a tendacy to fly through material because he is so good at it. Very helpful if you go to his office hours. Turn in the assignments and work real hard on the project it will help your grade a lot

4.0
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STA20223
Apr 17, 2006

tek is an awesome teacher. You must attend class and study your notes to get a good grade. He wants you to get a good grade and is more than willing to work with you so that you can do so. Great guy, I hope to take atleast one more class from him.

4.0
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STA2023
Apr 29, 2006

Great professor! Tek honestly cares that you pass. Attend every class, take good notes and DEFINITELY do all the practice problems he hands out. Don't read the text; its a waste of time. Even if you don't do well on the tests you can still pass the class. The calculator commands are the most important to know! Work hard and you'll do fine.

4.0
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MGF1101
Jul 1, 2006

Cool guy. Loves to teach and has a good sense of humor which improves the class atmosphere. Of course, you have to attend every class and take the notes to have any success. The book is just okay. He is more than happy to give you the time of day during his office hours. Attendance is important to him. The harder you work, the harder he'll try to help you. The material itself is fairly easy. His accent does make him hard to understand at times. However, he's very patient & seems to be careful to be sure everyone understands a point before moving on despite a fairly quick pace of instruction.

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STASECT
Nov 16, 2006

He is a nice guy, but I don't think he is the best teacher. He rambles and mumbles in class as well as in his office. Clarity isn't something that is his strong suit. I do believe that he tries and cares, but I wouldn't take him again.

2.0
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MAT1033
Nov 20, 2006

Smart guy, a bit hard to understand at first. 5=30 minutes in class. The letter b occurs three times consecutively in the alphabet. He can't say ".2" (like chapter 5.2) he says "pointy two" and only does it with the number 2. He makes a couple of careless errors in class and isn't extremely helpful in his office hours.

1.0
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STA2023
Dec 7, 2006

HORRIBLE! COULDN"T UNDERSTAND WHAT HE WAS SAYING! I AM EXCELLENT @ MATH AND HAD TO WITHDRAWL FROM THIS CLASS! i finished highschool with an A in calc and couldn't even finish this guy's class...

2.0
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STA2023
Jan 5, 2007

He is extremely hard to understand in class. Unless you're a proficient math student DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS. Whenever I asked for help he would just refer me back to my notes. His class moves quickly, he mumbles during his lectures, and doesn't give helpful examples.

3.0
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STA2023
Jan 11, 2007

not an easy class but he is good teacher. he is willing to help if you want it. i imagine this is as easy as it gets but it is still a good amount of work.

5.0
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TOPIC002
May 4, 2007

I really liked this professor because he cared about his students and wanted them to pass . Very hard at times but was very helpful. I would recommend him to all students.Very good teacher

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STA2023
Oct 15, 2007

Statistics is the most useless math ever! To make it worse, they have this guy teaching it! He has this thick accent which makes it almost impossible to understand what he is talking about. If you have a low tolerance for people who don't speak very good english, DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS. If math is not one of your strongest subjects, DONT TAKE THIS!

1.0
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MAT1033
Nov 6, 2007

I was supposed to have this class twice a week and he cut it down to once, so it impossible to learn anything and he is very hard to understand. I basically have to teach everything to myself and it is very hard. Do NOT take this class.

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MGF1106
Nov 14, 2007

Mr. Tek is a great teacher. He has an accent, but writes everything on the board so you know what he is saying! I loved taking his class, he is funny so class doesn't get boring.

4.0
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MAT026
Nov 15, 2007

HES IS HILARIOUS,HOWEVER HE IS REALLY HARD TO UNDERSTAND AND HE IS NOT SO CLEAR WITH HIS LECTURES.I LIKED HIM,HES FUNNY BUT I WOULDN'T RECOMMEND PEOPLE WHO AREN'T GOOD IN MATH TO TAKE THIS CLASS.IS A SELF TAUGHT CLASS.HES IS HILARIOUS THO!TEST ARE ONLINE AND YOU CAN TAKEN AS MANY TIMES.SO ITS REALLY EASY.

4.0
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MGF1106
Nov 23, 2007

he makes math class as interesting as possible. he's funny and seems to really enjoy teaching. he has an accent but i dont have trouble understanding him. topics in math is extremely easy (for me) so i havent had much trouble, but for a harder math class he may be hard to understand. i like him a lot although he can sometimes be a little confusing.

3.0
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STA2023
Nov 26, 2007

He does not speak English very well but u can still understand enough to pass this class easily. I didn't open my book and i got an A. if you go to class it is very easy to pass the exams. the tests are the same problems he shows in class as examples.

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MAT1033
Apr 7, 2008

OMG THIS GUY IS AWFUL! you cant understand him and he is no help! he cut my class down to once a week which was really hard, and half was online - NOT what i signed up for.. seriously, if you want a good grade, dont take this class!!!

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STA2023
Apr 9, 2008

first of all...he has a language problem. cant understand 40% of what he has to teach. gives mild extra credit..with 3 test and a final. will drop 1 test and replace with final. take Holbrook if you have oppurtunity

4.0
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MGF1106
Aug 12, 2008

Very cool teacher. Topics in Math with Mr. Tek was the most enjoyable math class I ever had. The accent takes a few classes to get used to, but if you have trouble understanding him, ask him to clarify.

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MGF1106
Dec 4, 2008

This class was fun! I enjoyed haveing Tek as a teacher. He kept class interesting with little jokes and stories. He is a little hard to understand sometimes becuase his accent is very strong, but if you pay attention you will get it. Don't be afraid to ask any question, he is very helpful. I definately recommend him.

3.0
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MGF1107
Feb 25, 2009

I missed a majority of this class due to work commitments. He generally holds attendance against you, but you can make arrangements. His accent is a little hard to understand, but he is a very funny guy. Pay attention in class and you will do well.

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MGF1106
Jun 25, 2009

Loved him! Tek is a great teacher even if he is a little silly at times. He does have an accent but if you pay attention in class it shouldn't be a problem. If it is a problem, he offers lots of opportunity to help you. He is a stickler for attendance but if you have prior commitments, he is usually understanding. I highly recommend him!

4.0
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MAC1105
Aug 20, 2009

Mr. Tek is a very smart man, but you must be able to follow his train of thought. He will sometimes go off on something that is unrelated and you just have to put it in the back of your head. You must attend class everyday, if you do then the book is unnecessary. I got an A because I listened and went to class. dont take if you are poor at math!!

3.0
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MAP2302
Aug 24, 2009

tek is funny! accent is an issue until you learn how he says certain words. Hes straight fwd with deq: no real word probs/apps. stay on your hw/handouts AND ask Q's! probs can be lengthy so he has a tendency to mess up on the board. go to class and make sure you learn your deq methods!! will give benefit of the doubt when grading exams if you try

5.0
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MAP2302
Aug 31, 2009

One of the best teachers I had... An A in Diff EQ? can't beat that.

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MGF1106
Dec 2, 2009

Teklay is very... unique. He is somewhat hard to understand with his accent. He teaches the information well, it's just sometimes hard to follow. He goes off on rants a lot and starts mumbling about something else.. it's actually pretty funny.

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MAC1105
Mar 30, 2010

He's the man....Funniest guy ever, very easy because hes a good teacher and makes you understand it...tests are not killer and there are alot of other ways to get points in his class...

4.0
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MAC1105
Apr 20, 2010

Literally the best teacher I've had in college so far...funny, smart, helpful...easy tests(let's you drop your lowest one), gives study guides, and there are other ways besides tests to get points...take him he's a great guy n he will make u laugh

5.0
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MAC2313
Apr 23, 2010

This is the second class I have taken with this professor, he's excellent, very good at explaining the subject with proofs and everything, and he keeps you interested with his humor. Always available in his office for help and welcomes those who don't understand the material very well so no one feels dumb. I recommend him for any math class.

5.0
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MGF1107
May 3, 2010

This professor is by far one of the most clear math professors at Santa Fe. I'm far from a Math Wiz and still got an A. Attendance in mandatory, but what he covers in class is exactly what will be on the Quizzes and Tests. Pay attention in class and take notes and you will pass with an A.

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MGF1107
May 14, 2010

Mr. Tek is one of the best professors I?ve had at Santa Fe. Yes, he does have an accent but you can understand his instructions fairly well. He is a funny and smart guy I would recommend anyone who does not do math well to take him. He is helpful and wants students succeed. Take him if you have the chance.

4.0
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MAC2313
Jul 7, 2010

I had him during a summer D semester 3 hrs twice a week.Under this short schedule he seemed rather rushed/disorganized,forgetting due dates etc.He makes his test very hard, but adds a big curve. His teaching style is good and he tries to keep the students entertained throughout class.I can tell he wants you to learn.Recommended for good students.

3.0
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MGF1106
Dec 12, 2010

Tek is a little hard to understand with his accent sometimes, but he's still a competent teacher. no homework, some in class group instant feedback work, 3 quizzes and 3 tests. it's not a difficult class, but effort is a definite must. this is not an "easy A" class. come to class for notes and read the sections in the book and you'll do well.

4.0
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MAC2313
Apr 20, 2011

I love him!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He is a really great teacher. I had him for calc 3 and i'm probably getting an A. He curves his tests when the whole class does bad. and he's funny!!!!

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MAC1105
Apr 20, 2011

incomprehensible is an understatement, plus if you get thrown off by a teacher going off subject to write badly misspelled words on the board do not take this class

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MAP2302
Apr 21, 2011

Took him for Calc3 and he was OK. Took him for Diff EQ and he sucks. I haven't learned a damn thing from him and now I'm afraid that DE will come back and haunt me as an engineering student. Do yourself and favor and take another professor if one is available.

5.0
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MGF1107
May 3, 2011

Such a great teacher. I suck at math and I got an A. He is entertaining in class and explains every concept well. Does require extra practice and study outside of class but what class doesn't? Love Tek.

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MAP2305
May 5, 2011

Got an A in both classes I took. Bad English but understandable. Pointless labs but helpful quizzes. Fair grader and fair tests. Willing to give back points. Really unorganized but smart. Does not answer emails and his office hours are useless. Expects you to teach yourself a bit but nothing ridiculous.

2.0
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MAT1105
Jul 12, 2011

He posts HW the same day it is due without any warning. HW that takes 2 day to do and he is not consistant. His only response is, This is a D term class. He was suposed to send the midterm for me to take, but he never did,I had to drop the class. He is very unorganized and will set you up for failure. He does not know which end is up.

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MGF1106
Dec 11, 2011

This was an online class using mymathlab. Professor Tek would post homework to be due the same day with no warning. You have to check MML everyday, several times a day to pass this class. You get zero feedback from him on anything. I would avoid this guy like the plague.

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MAC2313
Apr 29, 2012

Wonderful teacher makes the classes fun. Very funny guy I would diffidently recommend taking him

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MAC2313
Dec 7, 2012

Great professor, but at the same time he was difficult to understand. Had to study a lot outside of class. Very nice guy though.

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MFG1107
Jan 2, 2013

This is an easy class online with Tek. He allows multiple attempts so its impossible not to pass this class unless you don't do the work on time. Check DAILY for due dates and times on the assignments, quizzes, tests, etc. Great guy and he was funny/laid back in person when we took midterm and finals.

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MAP2302
Mar 11, 2013

Tek is a great guy but if you don't know your subject already his teachings will not help you. I suggest not taking tek unless you already know the material very well.

4.0
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MAC2313
May 25, 2013

By far my favorite math teacher. He has an accent and is sometimes hard to understand, but the class was very entertaining. He is really funny. However studying outside of class is crucial, if you do all the homework and truly understand the material an A is very easy.

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MAC1105
Jul 2, 2013

The professor has no idea what he is doing. There is often no notice for online assignments, and we were all instructed to go to the wrong building for the midterm. It is difficult to get a reason for your grades, feedback on anything, and any questions answered. Not helpful at all. Unless you are very good at algebra already, do not take!

5.0
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MGF1106
Jul 31, 2013

Mr. Tek was a pretty good professor. If I needed any help he would respond in a prompt manner and help me. The only thing I didn't like was how he would assign a HW and then make it due the next day! I earned a B in his class and I wouldn't mind taken him again... he is also funny when it comes down to the exams!

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MAC1105
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2013

Tek is super helpful. I took the class online this semester, but every time I had a question or needed help, he was quick to respond and was very clear with instructions. I would definitely take another class with him in the future.

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MGF1107
May 6, 2014

Mr. Tek was great. Class was difficult, but if you show an effort and interest, it will pay off in the end.

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MAC2313
May 20, 2014

Unorganized. Sometimes very difficult to understand. Homework is not mandatory unless you want a good grade. Tests are difficult, but manageable. Not a bad teacher just, I would have preferred someone clearer.

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MAC1105
Grade: C+
Jul 10, 2014

Avoid taking this professor, even if he is your last resort. He does terribly at explaining EVEYTHING. If MyMathLab cant teach it to you then you are screwed. He has you do work that he takes WEEKS TO GRADE.

2.0
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MGF1107
Jul 23, 2014

MGF1107 online was pretty difficult, but as long as you try you will pass. mr. tek is very responsive to emails. If i could do it over i would have taken this class ON CAMPUS

1.0
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MAC1105
Grade: C-
Apr 29, 2015

He was hard to understand even when I was in the class for my mid-term. A very very thick accent and low voice. He isn't very helpful as an online teacher. I asked him why one of my question was wrong on my math lab and he said it's because the computer was mad at me...

4.0
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MAC2313
May 6, 2015

Tek is a very nice guy who can be hard to understand at times. He is a very interesting person with an interesting outlook on life. He has his own particular style to him and he is truly a character. It can be hard to learn from his examples at times, but he gives plenty of resources by providing you with his notes, powerpoints etc.

2.0
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MAC1105
Grade: B+
Aug 13, 2015

The group projects suck soooo much and he posts homework and you won't even know. I absolutely hated this class. I'm not saying everybody will, but it just wasn't the right fit for me.

5.0
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MAC2313
Grade: A
Aug 31, 2015

"Mr. Tek" as we called him will hand you his own notes in class so you can follow along easier. If you have any problems, go see him in his office and he will totally be there for you. He is so enthusiastic and really wants you to succeed! If you follow along in class, you only need the book for the HW problems.

5.0
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MAP2302
Grade: A-
Aug 31, 2015

When we first started I was completely lost! I went to see him and he walked me through the steps, then lent me one of his own books on Diff Equations that was easier to understand. Once it "clicked" in my head that Diff Equations is not as hard as everyone says, but a matter of recognizing the equation and knowing its type of solution, I got it.

2.0
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MAC1105
Grade: A-
Oct 5, 2015

I took Tek online, and I'm sure the only reason I passed his class was because I've taken a class in high school that covered this material. He is awful at responding to emails, and his emails often have an attachment that you can't even open. He posts homeowork without telling anyone, and the deadlines are usually only a few days.

3.0
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MAC1105
Jan 16, 2016

I don't recommend taking prof Tek. He randomly assigns homework with no notice, gives quizzes with things we didn't even cover yet, and isn't much help.. Work is fairly easy but the class is hard because he doesn't really let you know whats going on.

3.0
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MAC1105
Grade: B+
Jan 20, 2016

Mr Tek is a sweet guy, but his communication style is unclear. Tons of homework/quizzes. Altogether I didnt get much help w/out the book. He is very generous with grades on handwritten assignments (e.g, tests). I did WAY better on the in-person tests (Midterm & final) for that reason. He is a really nice guy & I noticed he is more helpful in person

1.0
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MAC1105
Grade: B
May 18, 2016

Tek is not a native English speaker and it is very, very obvious through his emails/written instructions. His directions are very unclear, he assigns things last minute, but grants everyone "extra time" is they "need it". He's unorganized in speech and action, a little disrespectful, and very, very lackadaisical when it comes to ""teaching"".

1.0
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MFG1107
Jun 6, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I'm currently taking Professor Tek online for MGF1107 and he is the worst online teachers I've had so far. He posts nothing in canvas so you never see your grade or what is coming up. His instructions are unclear and he waited until the week of the midterm to tell us a specified time we had to take it on campus. DO NOT TAKE HIM. Very unorganized.

5.0
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MAP2302
Grade: A+
Jun 22, 2016
Would take again

He is one of the best professors I've ever had. He is funny, inspirational and smart. I am a math major, so it is important for me to sit in classes taught by witty professors, he was a perfect match. He is also a very reasonable and fast grader.

1.0
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MAC2313
Grade: A
Jul 3, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I am extremely good at math & have had trouble in his class. He does not teach clearly & is very lazy when teaching. Teaching method is very disorganized and the only way you will do good in class is if you teach the material to yourself at home. He skips a lot of important stuff that a student needs to know to understand the material conceptually.

3.0
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MAC1105
Jul 22, 2016
Would take again

Some stuff of the stuff in this class I had problems with but when I needed help I went to the notes he has and honestly some times that didn't work. I had to google some of the stuff to help me.

2.0
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MAC1105
Grade: A
Nov 22, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This was my first time taking an online class and I have to say it's a very good thing I'm good at math and don't need much teaching because Tek does not do much of that. You will do a lot of googling, reading your book over and over, and asking others for help. He doesn't have a set schedule, poor communication, and very short due dates.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
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MAC1105
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 29, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Professor Tek's online class simply is the same thing as not having class at all. He doesn't teach at all. he simply gives your work and assignments and hopes you figure it out on your own. I've taken other math online classes, and the professors always posted lectures and were very present in helping your learn. This professor does not care.

2.0
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MAP2302
Grade: B-
Dec 11, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Difficult to understand. Thick accent. Often goes off subject to give life lessons. Gives lectures like you already know it. Gives out hard to read notes full of math speak which made it useless for me. I survived thanks to Youtube tutorials. Has a couple nice problem solving techniques though. Moves fast. Grades nicer than you'd expect.

TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
MAP2302
Grade: A
Jan 11, 2017
Would take again

Don't believe what the others have said; Tek is the best professor I've ever had. Had him for 2 courses in the same semester (DE & Calc 3). He is hard to understand at first, but after getting over the accent the class is awesome. Learned much more than math when he would go off on his tangents. Wish I could take every class in my major with him.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
1.0
1.0
MFG1107
Grade: Not sure yet
Jan 18, 2017
Wouldn't take again

No clear explanation is given on when work is due. The majority of work shows due at the end of the term, but he will assign homework and make it due the same day which makes it difficult if you work or have classes on that day. Some response to email questions are very rude! I would give him a 0, but the system won't allow me too!

Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
MAP2302
Grade: B-
Apr 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This is my first and only time rating at this website, I just wanted to let you know that this is the worst professor I have ever had in math, you may pass his class and even get a good grade if you study from youtube or google, but you would not learn anything from him that would remain in your head after the semester

Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
MGF1107
Apr 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

believe what you read, email from him about exam: Once you click to take the Exam, you must finish it. You cannot go back and try to finish it later. If the machine kicks you out, it means, you did not follow directions (most likely) Do not call me , until the Exam is over. Even then, I may not help you. He may be nice in person online he's rude

Get ready to read
3.0
3.0
MFG1107
Apr 18, 2017
Would take again

Professor Tek is a nice guy and seems to be very knowledgable. However, his accent is pretty hard to understand. He is very unorganized and never knows what time class ends and will typically go over. I would definitely recommend taking this class online if you can. He is caring and will reopen assignments if you missed them.

4.0
3.0
MAC2313
Grade: Incomplete
Jun 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Tek has been an outstanding professor. He is as funny as can be and is extremely knowledgeable. It's a little frustrating how quirky he is because I find myself getting lost in lecture because of his tangents, but study and do lots of practice out of class and you'll be fine. I've learned a lot through his strange little methods.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
2.0
3.0
MGF1107
Grade: B
Jun 6, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He is very unorganized compared to most online classes. Don't expect your work for the week to be put up on a certain day or be able to do it all one day and have the rest of the week off. You have to get online every day just so you don't miss anything and he isn't helpful. Some exams are online some on campus.

Participation matters
1.0
4.0
CM1
Jul 27, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Not unfriendly but the man is a complete disaster. Disorganized and does not fully grade assignments leaving you with an inaccurately low grade for which he "throws in extra points" at the end of the semester. I live with a UF math professor who was infuriated at this teachers laziness throughout the semester. Also uses Macmillan instead of MML.

Get ready to read
3.0
4.0
MAP2302
Grade: A
Aug 23, 2017
Would take again

Dif Equations. Tek got us through SF's introductory ODE class during Summer D. In that particular class with that timeframe - no mandatory HW or groupwork. Online quizzes via Mymathlab. Tests were mostly challenging, bordering sometimes on the difficult side, albeit with grade curves. His lecturing and style can be spontaneous. Swell guy.

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
MAP2302
Grade: A
May 10, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Difficulty understanding his accent is the least of your worries. He thinks very highly of himself but makes constant mistakes, he gives one example per topic and takes the whole class to do it, his notes are barely legible and also riddled with mistakes. Be ready to teach yourself. Least enjoyable class I've taken since starting college.

Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
MAP2302
Grade: A+
Jul 25, 2018
Would take again

He is the best professor I have very had in SF. If you show up to class and take notes and practice the Webassign quizzes, It will be an easy +A class for a difficult course like DiffEq. I highly recommend him.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 21, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Horrible at communication. No clear directions given. Difficult to access for questions. I felt that he was horribly unorganized. Stay far away. Not worth the stress of learning math AND the frustration of this man.

4.0
3.0
MGF1107
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 26, 2019
Would take again

Professor Tek was a great online professor. Sometimes assignments were posted randomly but he gave us almost a week to complete them in time. Responds to emails quickly & answers any questions and tries to be as helpful as possible. If you're not so good with keeping up with the textbook on your own time I would suggest taking this class on campus.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
4.0
MAC1105
May 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This guy does not respond to emails at all. Also, he is horribly unorganized and will randomly post assignments on Canvas and MyMathLab. I recently noticed that I had some group activities due a few weeks ago, but he gave zero notice when they were posted. There are no lectures or anything, so its up to you to research topics and information.

Lots of homework
Group projects
4.0
3.0
MAP2302
Grade: A
May 6, 2019
Would take again

Tek is dedicated to ensuring his students understand the material. He writes his own notes that become much easier to read and understand with time; the same goes for his accent. His teaching style unorthodox, entertaining, and above all effective. Personally, studying his notes and webassign quizzes are sufficient preparation for his exams.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
4.0
4.0
MAC2313
Grade: A
Jun 27, 2019
Would take again

Professor Tek is not your typical teacher. His accent can make the lecture hard to understand and his teaching style takes some getting used to. After that, he is a wonderful person and teacher. He cares about his students and wants them to succeed not only in his class but life. Often goes on tangents but they are not long nor boring. Great class!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
Caring
1.0
5.0
MAC2313
Jul 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Take the class with *literally* anyone else; honestly worst decision I've ever made. You never get back any of you grades so you have no clue what your grade is. He refuses to use Canvas, so everything is a mystery. Also, a math lab?? Really?? The worst. His notes are illegible and photocopied to hell. It's just a blur of gray. 0/10

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MGF1107
Grade: B
Aug 31, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This professor is very unorganized with his online classes. He does not send out reminders or announcements, he is little to no help and won't respond to emails. He makes the class super confusing and doesn't do anything on canvas only through the math online website so be careful with that. Will never take again or recommend him!!!!

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Beware of pop quizzes
2.0
2.0
MAC2313
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 16, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Extremely narcissistic, mentions at least three times every class how great he is, but can't figure out how to unminimize a powerpoint. Not a great teacher, gets lost during class on where he is in a problem, doesn't use grades in canvas because he doesn't know how to, syllabus and class is unorganized.

Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
MAC1107
Grade: C
Jul 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If you take his class online and you have ANY technical problems he will NOT help you. If you provide pictures of your technical problem he will NOT help you. Also, on the math lunchpad it says "optional" for all reading assignments, it is NOT optional. Read It, Mr. Tek gives you bonus points at the end based on the minutes you spent on reading.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH1107
Grade: C-
Jul 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He is AWFUL! On the Math Launchpad it says the reading is "Optional" it is NOT optional. In fact, Mr. Tek gives you a surprise at the very end of the course, in other words, he won't tell you until its the day before the class ends that he gives you bonus points for the number of minutes you spent reading the "Optional" textbook.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MGF1107
Grade: C
Jan 28, 2021
Wouldn't take again

So much work! for every chapter there is a homework, quiz and test. Then there is 2 exams, one midterm and the final. Communication is also very difficult and if you have a full time job might as well take this class alone because there is a lot of reading. He uses platform called "lunchpad" which is very confusing instead of my math lab.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
MGF1107
Grade: B
Apr 26, 2021
Would take again

Professor Tek was my online teacher for the last math class I took, and it was fairly easy! The reason Im reviewing is because of his understandingness, though. I missed an exam for a totally dumb reason and he didn't ask any questions, he just let me retake it. It was the most kind a teacher has ever been to me and meant a lot.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
1.0
3.0
MGF1107
Grade: B
May 1, 2022

Constantly gave multiple people extensions on all of their work after the deadline after locking the online assignment so it was a unfair class when it came to due dates. For one of the big final tests he made people take it without the review work beforehand because he forgot to assign it.

4.0
3.0
MAP2302
Grade: B+
Jul 30, 2022
Would take again

If you take his online class he won't be teaching anything unless you attend office hours to ask questions but if not then you're going to have to learn yourself from the resources he has on WebAssign. The tests and quizzes are completely online but to do good them be sure to do all the assignments even though they are optional they help a ton.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
3.0
MGF1107
Grade: A-
Apr 19, 2023

Horrible from start to finish. Assignments dated last semester up until the last week of class. You'll have no idea what your actual grade is (and good luck getting an answer when you ask for it). Sometimes the homework, quiz, and test are the exact same material. Didn't learn a thing. AVOID.

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