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He uses real life situations (lots of sports talk to keep the guys interested) and is very easy to look at which helps the girls stay interested. I didn't have a clue about the class the first time, this time around I actually understood and enjoy going to class.
HES A DAMN GOOD TEACHER HES HELPFUL AND HE CAN TELL WHEN YOU DONT KNO WHAT HE IS TEACHING THE BOOK IS LIKE SOMTHIN YOU NEED FOR HIS CLASS AND TAKE NOTES PLUS HE LIKES TO JOKE AROUND SOO ITS PRETTY LAID BACK
Mr Varvil is a great teacher. He's laid back, fun and very helpful. Gives extra credit for perfect attendence.
He was an amazing teacher!!!!! HIGHLY recommend! Wish he taught more math classes!!! He'll help you out in ANY way and even gives chances for extra credit! Makes math easy and fun for you!!! Totally LOVED his class!=D
MR. VARVIL WHO I KNOW AS COACH VARVIL IS THE BESSSTTT TEACHER.HE SHOWS YOU THE MATERIAL AND MAKES SURE THAT U UNDERSTAND. HE TELLS FUNNY JOKES ALL THE TIME AND HE MAKES U FEEL COMFORTABLE.UR GARANTEE AN A IF U COME TO CLASS DO UR HW AND JUST PAY ATTENTION, HE'S GREAT PROFESSOR N HE LOVES DOING WHAT HE DOES!!
He's awesome, I hate math and he really makes sure that you know what hes talking about and he makes the classroom feel comfortable and he jokes around to lighten the mood.
Coach Varvil is an awesome teacher. He makes sure you understand before he moves on. His office/email is always open to help. He really seems to care about helping his students as long as they want the help.
HE IS BY FAR THE BEST TEACHER I HAVE EVER HAD! HE MAKES IT FUN AND EASY TO LEARN. I WASN'T VERY INTERESTED IN STATISTICS BEFORE HIS CLASS, BUT THE WAY THAT HE TAUGHT THE CLASS MADE IT INTERESTING AND EASY TO CATCH ON TO EVER CONCEPT. I WISH HE TAUGHT OTHER COURSES, SO I WOULD BE ABLE TO HAVE HIM AGAIN AS A TEACHER. I GOT AN "A" IN HIS CLASS
I've never had a teacher keep my attention for so long! He's great, helpful, and super funny!! I highly recommend his class!!
I honestly hate math, but I loved this class not only is he very attractive but he is really funny he always makes our class laugh. he made math as easy as possible and I actually understood it. homework is not collected but you can turn it in for extra credit on tests days, and all the tests are multiple choice. take his class you wont regret it!!
Do Not take this class. Extremely hard covers every section in text. HW is not collected but gives 5 points on test if you turn it attendance is not mandatory but in order to get attendance points in end u must have perfect attendance grading scale is horrible me and my friend copied a take home test together word for word she got 97 I got 87 WTH
He does not answer email promptly. His office hours well good luck finding him in there. He has great ratings however it is a joke I played the game the whole semester and he still ended up sucking I did not like him since the second week. Do not take him OH he also gives two huge projects that he grades unfairly do not waste your time
Great teacher!!! i took him for mat 1033. I would recommend to all of my friends
Not recommended!!!:( He doesn't explain the material thoroughly and seems bothered to help students after class. He also loves to deduct point off the exams even if you have the right answer.
He is a good teacher u just must always be present to the class...people seem to not understand that this is college and u have to put in work in order to get a good grade...an A or B will not just be given to you for doing absolutely nothing
Teacher very excellent. Just attend class do your homework and make a c average on his test and you will pass. He is also very funny and yes he is cute. lol
He's Hot and i think that sometimes through off my focus.lol. But he is a great teacher explains everything well. He is very fun to watch and he really takes time to break things down I have taken him for all my math classes i think at least 3 times HE IS AWESOME!!
I enjoyed his class. Very detailed but there is alot of assignments, the assignment definately helped. Always make sure you show all your work during your test and you will earn all the points allocated. Definately an A+
Not recommended if this class is mandatory for your major! Has no interest in helping students after class and does not explain the material thoroughly. On exams he loves to deduct points even if you have the answer correct.
Had him over the summer. He took time to explain concepts very well & was always watching for questions or people he thought needed more explanation. Very approachable guy that kept the class light by joking around. Can turn in your homework for extra credit. That said, he was a bit slow on grading (busy guy) but I would definitely recommend him.
Terry Varvil is a wonderful professor, he takes his time to explain the concept of math and he makes math fun, although I don?t enjoy math he made me love his class and his group activities. He?s a very hands on professor, when I was having hard times and missing class he assisted me during his office hours so that I could catch up, although he did
Math is my favorite subject so this course came easy to me. I thoroughly enjoyed this experience ! It was my first college course as a dual enrollment student=] *this is basically an algebra 2 class with some trig.
Great Teacher!!!! Very funny but the lessons are hard. I encourage you to do home work and visit the math lab. Mr. Varvil give group activities that help so much with the test. If you do the homework, group activities and go to class everything else should fall in place. Homework not mandatory but is extra credit. He also offers other extra credit.
Varvil is a very good teacher he explains math to where you can understand it. He is very unorganized though. He lost one of my papers(which he found by the end of the semester) and gave my friend a grade for something that he didn't even do. Other than that I would recommend taking one of his classes :)
I took Varvil for MGF 1106 & 1107. He is a really thorough teacher and VERY patient!! I these classes homework was not required but extra 5 points on tests if you do it! Also go to success seminars for extra bonus points. Do urself a favor do the homework! Review the group activities & you will pass all his exams. He is Really Good yet very FAIR!
VERY AWESOME TEACHER!! I had very little interest in Math, and thanks to Mr V, I feel I can really accomplish and master Math! He is a very thorough instructor, the class is not easy, but his help is awesome! He really does care if you learn the material, he will try any teaching method possible, and will make sure you understand.HIGHLY RECOMENDED!
Watch out, he deducts points if you don't do the problems the way he wants it done. Even if your answer is right.
Only reason why he has such a great rating is becuase all the girls think he was hot. He's not good teacher. He calls you out in class when he knows your struggling and his test are unrealistic. Also I noticed he grades unfairly,and never responded to my emails but the pretty little girl in my study group he got right back to her. I do not recommen
He is a very great professor. I would definitely recommend him because he uses real life situations to make the class interested. Uses lots of sports to keep the guys interested, and says funny jokes. The class is tough if you don't know about the subj that well, but come to class everyday because it's easy to fall behind quickly.
He is a cool teacher keeps his class live with his comedy. The only problem i have had with him is that he takes points of test questions even if they are right because he wants them to be worked out the way he does it.
Professor Varvil is so cool! He makes math very easy and fun. IF you pay attention and do the homework, you will pass easily. You have to put in the work but its well worth it, plus he gives you 5 extra points on your test for turning in your homework..great teacher!
He is a wonderful teacher i am about to take him for my 3 math class.. if you have the opportunity to take him you wont be disappointed.
HES a good teacher, you only have to do the homework if you want 5 extra points on your test. I loved his class
Great teacher very fun and keeps everything fresh and cool. Only gives you what you need to understand the course material and is always willing to help.
He is an amazing teacher. Super helpful and super cute :) Favorite teacher of all time. I love math but he made me love it even more. Over all he is a 9.7 ! Wonderful !
Highly recommend Mr. Varvil for college algebra. He's helpful and gives you many opportunities for extra credit, five points for perfect attendance and fifteen points for homework. If you can't stand group activities you might not want to take his classes. I also disagree with the gender comments, I'm a male and thought he was a great teacher.
Very nice and easy professor. Tries his best to make everybody understands by giving in exercises and and in class group work which helped me to understand every lesson. homework is optional and gives extra credit if you chose to do it. Hes got sense of humor which makes you never get board. I highly recommend him best math teacher ever.
mr. varvil was an awesome professor. he was very helpful and very clear when teaching. he reviews a lot and gives group activities that serves as our study guides. overall hes a great professor. im really bad at math but i got a B in his class and i completely understood everything he taught. attendance is a must but mostly because its math.
Varvil is amazing! Best math teacher ever. I am revolving my school schedule for next semester around having him as my math teacher. Very nice and funny, and extremely helpful! Great at grading homework in reasonable amount of time. Simply the best; do whatever you can to get his class!
One of the most amazing Math teachers I have had in college. I took Statistics with him and I was able to understand absolutely everything. I was told statistics was a hard class but he made it crystal clear and I received a B. I would most defiantly recommend him for any of his Math classes. He makes math absolutely fun & exciting.
He is a very good teacher. But i dislike the way he moves through things so fast. He also grades harshly on tests. But overall he teaches things well, and i'm defiantly going to take him again for future math courses.
Varvil is an awesome Professor. He helps those who have questions and he is very easy to understand. All my math classes will be with Professor Varvil. I highly recommend him to you if you have a hard time in math or for math in general. He is an awesome teacher.
Overall, I would say he is an ok teacher. 3 is the highest rating he should have. If you struggle with math he is not as helpful as other instructors that I have taken at other campuses. If you don't already have a good/solid understanding of math or you're not fresh out of high school then don't take him.
Genuinely nice guy, not the best teacher. Love his sense of humor. He grades harshly and not any chances to bring up grade--except TON--15 hours +--of HW for 5 pts extra credit on tests. DON'T take him for intensive course (6 weeks). Only students who did well were math experts who really could've taught the class, themselves.
TAKE THIS CLASS! Professor Varvil is a great professor. He walks you through his note clearly. It's up to the individual to follow through by using the tools provided to you such as the academic tutors in the library. Show up to class and you will do fine. I suck at test taking so my grades were average but Professor Varvil can teach !!
super cool and great at teaching!
Varvil is a cool guy and a good teacher who makes math bearable. I'll be taking him for college algebra as well. Definitely recommended.
Good teacher but strict grading...showed work on problems and got little to no points for them..need to show lots of work to get a decent grade..group activitiwies very helpful. project is easy and helpful. Passionate and friendly guy. not boring just alot of material. Got a B. not an easy class. homework is extra credit..do it! its adds up.
Strongly Not recommended if this class is mandatory for graduate. Very unorganized and poor communication. I had to take this class again with other teacher who is 10 times better. Materials is all over the place and lot's of emails send but only one response back.
I DONT CARE WHAT ANY ONE ELSE SAYS ABOUT HIM OR HIS CLASS! HE IS ONE OF THE BEST TEACHERS OUT THERE. he is available whenever u need him. he answers all of your questions and makes sure you understand everything. i have always made C's in math and i made a B in his class! He is the BEST. EVER. : )
Awesome teacher and very understanding! He will help you if you need it. On the test he will grade harshly if you do not show enough work. Homework is extra credit for +5 points on the test so i suggest you do it!
Varvil is very personable but I have had better teachers. He grades incredibly harshly on exams, much harder than necessary, even if the correct answer is found. Some classmates failed a test that came to class every time. He has groupies but I prefer clear instruction and desire for student success. I will not take him again.
Seriously the best teacher he's beyond helpful and wants to make sure you get it. Love him!! Took Mat 1033 Mac 1105 and going to take him for statistics as well
Prof. Varvil is one of the best professors i've ever had. He wants to make sure you know what goes on in class. Gives you some group work-which i didn't care for- but they helped made sure you knew what was expected on the exams! He likes when you participate and appreciates questions. He offers extra credit if you do ALL the homework.
Super great teacher, I also had him for Intermediate Algebra & I've already chosen to stick with him next semester for Topics in Math. He's incredibly helpful, doesn't make you feel stupid for asking a question, and just really nice. BEST math teacher I've ever had, hands down. Only need the book for hw which is optional extra credit.
Mr. Varvil is one of the best teachers that I ever have took. he is not tough , cool , easy A , and helpful . I already took two classes with him and i finish both of them with an A and I am taking the third class with him. i really recommend the student to take their math class with this guys
I Love me some Mr. Varvil. He's rare on many levels. I'm so grateful to him for building my math confidence. He cares about his students and is the coolest instructor at HCC. Record his lectures, and actually listen, it helps tremendously. Because of personal issues I didn't pass this semester, BUT I will retake him Spring15 and get the A I deserve
Professor Varvil is definitely a great teacher ! I have struggled with Math at HCC for years. Highly recommend him to anyone taking a math course. He's very thorough, makes sure you understand the material before moving forth& you can tell her cares about his students doing well. Likes to crack jokes too. Overall one of the best prof. I've had !
Math has never been one of my best subjects and I got a 101% on one of his tests. He makes sure every understands before moving on. Varvil does not grade homework but if you do it, it is extra credit towards tests.
I have a hard time with statistics but Prof. Varvil explained the material clearly and answered all questions I had. He was available during office hours if I became confused about a problem. I am in a more advanced Statistics class now and am grateful for learning so much in Varvil's class. Do the homework and utilize the learning center!
Do not take this professor if you expect an A or a B at most in Calc 1. Varvil is a funny professor however his exams are ridiculous. I decided to withdraw from his class. It's his first year teaching calculus which is a scary thing. Half of the time when I was in class he would be learning along with us. His lectures are not clear. Just a warning
He is an awesome math teacher! He makes sure everyone understands before going forward. He's interactive doesn't use power points. He made college algebra easy to understand. He's funny. He actually cares about the students. I never used my book for this class but I needed it for the mathlab code. I would definitely take him again!!
Mr. Varvil is very enthusiastic about each topic. Although the class was generally easy, he explains things in detail and makes sure everyone understands. Varvil tells corny jokes to make sure the class is still with him. Home work is extra credit towards tests, and he lets you know exactly what I going to be each test. No reason not to pass!
Loved Varvil, he's an awesome guy & great professor. Make sure you go to class & you will do fine. He explains everything pretty well and he's available if you need help. His tests are kind of hard but it could just be I hated Statistics. Homework is nothing like the tests, but good for extra credit (so do them). Group activities helped the most.
I am horrible at math and had to retake this class for grade forgiveness. The teacher really makes a difference in any class and Prof. Varvil is a great teacher. Very helpful and very clear. Works with you and explains things very well. I would take him for any math class. I worked really hard and got an A overall!
Lectures are good. Subject itself was difficult for me. You have 10 quizzes, 5 tests, 4 group projects and a survey project in his class. He is very nice and always willing to help. I believe he also had a study group that he helped those who wanted to attend. Never used the textbook either.
I took him for Topics in Math over the summer. I was worried because it was my first math class since high school and summer goes by much quicker. But Prof. Varvil did an excellent job going over the material. The homework was all extra credit, and the tests were straight forward. I'm going to take him again next semester for my other math credit.
Study, do the homework and you will pass. You have to work for it though. If you are looking to pass without doing any work look elsewhere
Currently taking his summer elem stats class. lectures full class for the most part but he somehow makes them entertaining so time flies. Quizzes are usually open note in class. Tests are not too bad as long as you study and come to class. Does also give extra for doing hw out of the book, other than that you probably wont even use it.
His first year teaching calc 1. DO NOT TAKE HIM. he learns during the class lecture and some students even show him how to do the math the right way. I withrew but many others failed with an F.
Favorite math teacher at HCC. He can make even the most boring subject funny and interesting. Great at explaining things. Makes sure that everyone understands the lecture. He likes to call on random students to answer the questions. Lots of group activities. Assigns lots of homework, but it is not required (counts as extra credit).
Varvil was actually pretty awesome, easily in my top 3. Lectures for the whole class but keeps it very entertained. Took him this summer. 4 tests w an optional final. 10 quizzes. 4 group assignments. Gives 5 extra credit for hw due on test days. I was able to pass the class with an A without taking the final, but I do catch on to things quickly.
An amazing teacher, gives great feedback. Tests are easy if you study and do the optional homework (which is extra credit).
Really good professor IF you are willing to put forth a good effort in his class. Took him for statistics and was pleased with how he taught the information.
I have also taken Mr Varvil for intermediate algebra, college algebra, topics, and now statistics. He is hands down the BEST math teacher I've ever had. If you have questions or are confused or want him to repeat something, just ask and he'll happily help. He truly cares for his students and wants them all to pass. Take him and you won't regret it!
Very helpful, good feedback, homework and tests are clear along with lectures. Definitely recommend!!
He is a very helpful and hilarious instructor. Lectures are not boring at all. He gives extra credit on quizzes, group activity and tests. Unfortunately I was not able to complete his class due to a car accident, he was very understanding and supportive. He addresses every quiz with respect.
Mr. Varvil is a great teacher. He explains topics very clear. Ask as many questions as you need, he will make sure you understand. You have homework on each section covered which is done on my math lab (online). There is a test and group project for each chapter. Definitely go to every class, missing a lecture will only hurt you.
This professor is by far the best math teacher I have had. He goes through lectures in full detail and takes any and all questions to help explain the problems. He shows no judgement and seems to love teaching. He cracks jokes to lighten some dull days and give opportunities for improving your grade. Definately take!!!!!!
Varvil is helpful and keeps the class light. Thoroughly explains things and goes as far into depth as possible if needed; which is especially helpful for notes(and if you skip, your only hope is to copy good notes from someone). He likes to put everyone into groups before test to work on a group assignment. WAYY too much homework though, stressful!
He understands that math is difficult for most people and wants you to be able to learn. Highly suggest this course as opposed to Statistics or a higher level course. Go to class. Do the homework; not only will it help you learn but it counts as extra credit points on your test if you complete it.
His lectures are always entertaining and he'll explain things thoroughly if you don't understand something. If you fail the class, it's either cause you're not paying attention or aren't doing the work. It is an easy A if you try!
He was probably one of the best teachers I've had by far. He considers your time needed to study, but make sure you do. Lots of homework, but if you didn't practice it in the homework, there would be no push to learn it for the test. Don't be afraid to ask any questions. He doesn't care whether it's a "stupid" question or not. Also, he's hilarious!
He was a very entertaining professor and he'll work with you until you understand any problem. He assigns some group work every section, which can be very helpful. I felt like the tests were a bit harder than what we went over in class, but they were more comparable to the group assignments. I really enjoyed his class.
The book for this class is in the library. You can make copies instead of buying it. Group activities and homework will help on test.
I am currently enrolled in this professors class, he puts a lot of effort in helping every student. Ask questions if you don't understand and seek help, which he is willing to offer, and you should do just fine
Professor Varvil is one of the best overall teachers at HCC. He's patient, and does an excellent job going over the math problems. He will stop and help you if you have any questions, and he balances out the exams so if you don't do well on tests then you can still pass. There's a lot of online hmwk, but if you keep up with it then it'll help you.
Cool teacher. Explains everything throughly. I just hate the online homework but there's a fair timeframe to finish each chapter. I would definitely take him again for another math class.
I took Vavil for both math classes I need at HCC, he was a wonderful teacher and took time to really help his students. He is by far the best college professor I have ever had, and the best math teacher I have ever had. He truly cares about his students and always makes class fun. I highly recommend him!!
Varvil is a great teacher and overall person, such a laid back guy that cares a lot for his students. For in class Statistics homework is completed through MyStatLab which includes one interactive assignment and one homework per section. I recommend going to class and doing the homework for that section that day. There are 3 tests and one final!
Prof Varvil was in no way helpful, available, respectable or ANY of the other adjectives used to describe him. I couldn't even get him to respond to e-mails. When he finally did respond (after the class had ended), his only response was to see him in his office. He was not accommodating or helpful AT ALL. DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS ONLINE!!!!
Prof Varvil was amazing! It was one of my favorite classes. He is very nice with grades. Just do your homework and study. Do not miss class! Because honestly you will feel like you missed out on a lot and things will get confusing. He's a very kind and funny professor. He is one of my favorite professors. He explains very well and makes it easier.
All I can say is DO NOT get behind on homework! This class is test heavy, so every point counts! That being said, Professor Varvil provides as much helpful information as he possibly can and truly wants his students to succeed. Take advantage of his willingness to help, if you are struggling! Overall great teacher and I would take him again.
At first, I thought I would be behind in assignments and dread this summer class, but so far professor Varvil is very responsive (within a few hours), has short, impactful virtual lectures, and I've been able to complete 6 assignments in 3hrs, which aren't due until 4 days from now. Bottom line, any reason for failing will be my own fault!
Best Math professor at HCC. If he taught Calc 2, I would 100% take him. Material can get difficult at times but Varvil makes the lessons a lot easier to understand. If you do not choose to register for his class, you are missing out.
A very helpful and fun professor. I am not great in math but he literally breaks it down for you to understand it clear as day. I would gladly take another math class if he is my professor again.
Super nice professor that understands not everyone loves math. He is patient and will make sure you understand the material before moving ahead. He is funny and makes math manageable for someone who hates math.
Don't have enough room here to go in-depth but, he is a great math instructor. His tests seemed pretty brutal though, much harder than homework, lecture work and group activities. Also office hours are not great, 8am I believe. Overall now I'm halfway through Calc 2 and glad that Professor Varvil was my instructor for Calc 1.
This class covers a range of different math topics, once you understand what the lesson is about it's fairly easy. No proctored exams which was just what I needed as a homeschooling mom with kids home all day. Not very communicative prof. I took him because his rating was decent & he was also teaching my stats class so I had him for both.
prof doesn't communicate much in emails, very few class announcements. I had him for topics in math also which turned out fine but I'm having issues with my stats grade being wrong. This was a tough class for me but its videos are decent if you're a visual learner. Wish I could leave a better rating except I'm having issues with my final grade
Lots of work!
A LOT of work so be prepared! Other than it being so much work, the online course allows you to redo the homework and assignments which helps bring your grade up. The test can bring you way down though. Test are worth 60 percent. Professor pretty much leaves you on your own which is fine , because if you have questions he is quick at responding.
Took Varvil online over summer. There is no doubt that stats is a hard class. Barely passed with a 90.0%. Lots of homework and took notes during interactive and wrote down practice problems (this def helped me with tests!! I would have failed if I did not take notes or write down sample problems). The test was fair but long and done online.
Ive never done so bad in a math class. Test are so much harder than examples and homework in class. No test corrections even though the semester before he allowed it. I guess it depends if he likes your class.
Hi is an amazing professor, and his lectures are very rich, however his test are the worst!! The test are super hard and confusing. I do recommend him as a professor, very funny and works until you understand the topic. DO NOT BUY TEXT BOOK, everything is done online and won't need paper text book. I wish he was better at testing.
Good math teacher! Very hel. pful if he sees you trying.
a great professor. He makes everything clear and makes sure everything is understood before moving on. If you show you are trying he will make it easier for you. He does have a lot of homework but thats an easy A. Just study and do the homework and you will pass.
He is an excellent teacher and I had a great time in his class. Like every class you have to study and keep up with the work to get a good grade. He is also hilarious!
I Took this class online and i would never take it or him again. He is very lazy and was always late putting in grades and never emailed you back.
Took him for MGF1107 summer. The class was interesting. There were 4 tests (1 optional final) 5 group activity and lowest test/activity score dropped. Lectures were long be wasnt bad and interesting. There was no HW (it was just extra credit added to test and it does add up! Got me an A). book wasnt needed (take pic from library)
I took this class after school because it was offered at the school as dual enrollment on mondays and wednesdays. While i was taking this i was taking Algebra 2 Honors and i still understood this class because hes such a good teacher. He drops your lowest quiz, test, and group assignment grade, final is optional if youre happy with your grade.
If you struggle with math, avoid him. The tests are so much harder than the examples he gives in the lecture videos and in the homework. He does not completely explain how to do problems. It feels like way too many different topics at one time for the exams. 3 exams on campus.
Seems like a great person, but would never take another one of his classes. Problems on the exam look nothing like the ones practiced in class. Poor time management early in semester lead to a rushed pace towards the end and three exams within three class weeks. No student in the class got above a C on the final exam. Feel unprepared for Calc 2.
He provided minal communication which led to confusion on how to do the tests and group projects (the due dates weren't even on the class calander) which led to an average of around 40% for one test and 58% for the final (no one got 100) and left most to fail the class. Terrible communication and is worse than horrible at teaching online.
So there is a bunch of work and he is very unclear on due dates, also do not worry he post grades twice a semester will never take this mans class again
Professor Varvil was very helpful out of class, every time I emailed him, he would respond within a couple of hours. Anytime I asked him for one-on-one help, he would do a zoom meeting and help with any sections I was having trouble with and even recommended tutoring with links. Very helpful and informal when explaining as well. Recommend for sure!
Please,Dooooooooo not take him because his test is tough and he did not provide any thing to help for study. Answering emails late before the test. He never cares about student success. If you really care about your GPA, Do not take him.
I love math with a passion and by far this was my hardest math class ever. It was confusing because the due dates on mylab didnt correlate with canvas. He extended everything but it didnt help my grade at all because the test were really hard and having them be proctored didnt help me. I took so many notes and they didnt help me at all! :(
Do yourself a favor and keep looking at other professors. He never bothers to check up on students or help. His attitude sucks, and you will be teaching this class to yourself. You can get 100 on HM and Quizzes, but if your exam scores aren't high, you won't end class w/ an A. Also, FINAL IS MANDATORY! or you will fail the class. Also, PROCTORED!
He is an ok teacher, if you have a question in class he will take the time to re-explain it for you. The material toward the end was difficult and I felt that there was not enough communication about due dates and grading deadlines for me to get a good grade. A lot of the other people I know who have taken this class also ended with a C.
Best math teacher I've ever had. If you don't understand something, ask questions. He won't be disrespectful no matter how silly you think the question is. And he will do everything in his power to make sure you understand. I wish I could take him for the rest of my math classes
Do not take him. He is really wasting our Time. He really hurt your GPA because he is never helps his student. He did not break down materials. His exams are reallllllly Tough. Savvvvvvvvve your GPA. You will regret.
Everything is on Mathlab. 4 tests. Having related practice tests. Instant response. Clear instruction. You can pass if you do the practice tests seriously. Highly recommended.
very unprofessional. just duplicated his curriculum content from the previous semester, never even changed the due dates in Pearson, only on his current syllabus. Expect delayed replies, even for exams through Honorlock when he didnt set up as expected on a weekend. This was the worst experience I ever had with a professor. Be Warned!
The class is a lot of work, but the professor is awesome gives you extended time to complete everything.
This is my second course taking Mr. Varvil for math, and I absolutely loved him, his courses are extremely test heavy (Up to 60% of your grade), but there are clear reviews and ways to get you studied for them, he is the most accessible teacher I have ever taken, I was on zoom with him alot to study for things I did not understand. Loved him.
you can do great on all the quizzes and Homeworks but if you aren't a good test taker you won't get above a high D
Terry is a one of a kind teacher I have personally failed this class another time but Terry has the best teaching ability I have ever had. He could teach a rock math if he wanted.
Allowed to work ahead(exams too-HL). At the end of the semester he opens all of the past assignments to give you a chance for a higher grade(this helped me pass!!). Drops lowest test grade if you take optional final. Graded somewhat slow and didnt reply to 3 emails about missing grades so I took final because I didnt know grade. Would take again!!
Great professor. There are 4 exams, lowest is dropped. HW & quizzes have multiple attempts. There are 3 projects based on one data set, they are easy. Videos & practice tests are helpful & essential to pass the class, don't skip them! He responds to emails quickly. You definitely need to study, but everything is there for you to pass.
Although i unfortunately ended up with a C, that was completely on me procrastinating on assignments, He is such an understanding and compassionate professor when it comes to assignment and test deadlines, I have asked for 2 test extensions and he gave them to me. The class is test heavy but you should be alright as long as you watch the module vid
DO NOT TAKE THIS TEACHER. He does not care for his students at all. He does not respond to emails. He provides no real assistance to students besides what is on canvas. He has a 3 part project but provides little to no feedback on them. Absolutely non. How am i supposed to know what I need to work on?
Make sure to watch lecture videos and take notes: 2 MyMathLab homework per week 1 quiz every 2 weeks 2 exams (30 questions) plus the final 1 short discussion every 2-3 weeks He goes straight to the point in the lecture videos. You learn what you have to learn, and you do not waste your time looking for extra sources to have a better understanding
He offered no help. You very much figured it out by yourself.
Absolutely LOVE Mr. Varvil. I took his online course with live lectures and I cant speak highly enough about him. He is readily available for questions & stays late if needed. He provides lots of feedback and doesnt make you feel dumb when you dont understand. His tests are proctored but aren't difficult. I would take him over and over if I could!!
I highly recommend taking Professor Varvil's courses. Math is my most challenging subject & he was able to explain concepts in a way that was clear & easy to understand- he's very patient & kind. He's easy to contact & will meet to go over assignments & clarify concepts. If you struggle w/ math, take his class in-person & ask for help if needed.
His class was very straightforward and he teaches very well in his online videos! I would only say the tests do affect most of your grade, but he has study guides for the modules on his canvas which rocked. Congrats to the only professor who could help me learn geometry.
Professor Varvil is always ready to help! He also provided video lectures for MGF 1106 online which are always a huge help for completing assignments. Not too many quizzes, and only 3 HonorLock tests which reflect the homework exactly.
Professor Varvil made sure the content was delivered clearly. He made every concept easy to understand. Time management is big here, as long as you can do that, you will excel in this course! There are lecture videos and videos and PowerPoint's on MyLab (which is what the homework's and quizzes are on. I'd take him again!
Professor Varvil was an amazing statistics professor. The lectures were all recorded and he makes a huge effort to make sure everyone understands what is going on. You can meet with him in office hours if you have trouble, but I'd say this class is an easy A if you pay attention in class and take good notes. Definitely would take again!!
Varvil posted the Canvas class with no lead time. Posting even a few days in advance helps students get oriented, understand book costs, and plan time for assignments. On my first email to this prof, he responded w info for another class, I included my section #. I was locked out of the assignment needed to not get dropped and needed his help.
This perhaps has more to do with HCC and broader issues in education, but in Varvil's class you are just a number.
I took Prof. V and withdrawn twice including the same course. His tests are 60% of your grade and make or break your final grade overall depending on how well you test. His tests are also nothing like the reviews in my opinion. I spent over 2 hours taking the first test. He will do Zoom w/ you as long as you need, though and is v. patient.
Absolutely loved him. Gives you all the tools you need to succeed. He has videos for every topic where he explains everything clearly. I struggle in math and ended up still not getting the best grade, but it wasn't his fault. He was a breath of fresh air. Tests are weighted heavily. Genuinely kind and interested in helping students.
His tests are worth 60% of your whole grade. Would not take his classes
I loved how he provided video lectures breaking down all of the sections. I've never been more confident about math-related topics than I have been while taking this class. The only reason I have not received an A is my fault for accidentally missing a few quizzes. This class required a Mathlab access code which was unfortunate.
Easiest class ever. Lots of resources are handy. He posts lectures which can be helpful when you don't understand something. 3 opportunities per assignment to get the best grade you can. He was an awesome professor.
Mr. Varvil is an overall great prof. He breaks down concepts quite well and has the most hilarious dad humor you'll ever hear. One unfortunate thing that happened with our Statistics class is we ran out of time during the last couple weeks of the 16 week course. Because of this we covered difficult topics a bit too quickly and he lost some of us.
The reliance on self-teaching might suit students who are comfortable with independent learning. However, for those who prefer more guidance and support from their instructor, this approach may not be ideal. Overall, I'd rate the course as a 6 out of 10, mainly because of the need for better communication and clearer instructions on assignments.
I would recommend professor Varvil. Honestly as long as you read all the text, do the homework, and complete the optional practice tests, you'll do fine in the class.
The course is entirely self-taught. However, Varvil has lecture videos for all topics and plenty of resources. Plus, he is always available to personally assist you. Very caring guy. Grading consists of homework problems, and a few quizzes and discussions, but a huge portion of it is based off the 3 exams (Varvil drops the lowest exam grade).
Professor Varvil runs a self-guided course, which works well if you're an independent learner. unstuck ai and the textbook are helpful study tools. Stay engaged, and you'll likely earn a solid grade.
Gave good lecture videos, I wish we would have been provided more resources.
The professor is a great man that loves what he does. Breaks concepts down into bite sized pieces, and tests are VERY FAIR. Sadly, his HW is absolutely BRUTAL. Was in tutoring everyday just to get through HW. The tutors failed to assist me in solving many problems w/o using calc2 or Difeq concept. So bad it hurt my ability to understand concepts.
The class was easy, few assignments and quiz weekly. Can easily pass but with the exams it makes it harder. The exams weigh heavily on your grade, and they are a little hard, making your grade drop heavily. But, overall good teacher and study for exams.
He does not give enough information for students who are learning from home, he wants to see our hands at all times when using honor lock I genuinely hate this class mostly,because I won't need it for my career! Im only taking it to get a credit and the fact that we do these quizzes and hw just for the exam to have the hardest questions is crazy.
Mr. Varvil is just an awesome teacher, I had a hard semester hence the F, but I would be more than happy to take him again. He is patient and makes the materiel accessible- math isn't my strength but with his lectures it just makes sense.
If you want to do a bunch of homework that is only 15% of ur grade while the tests are 60% and show the most complicated problems, go ahead! But this was the worst online class I've taken at hcc, fully independent where we are only learning off videos not even made by the teacher.
Prof Varvil is still one of my favorite teachers since starting at HCC in '23. His video lectures are so helpful. Homework is easy, but there is a good amount. Honorlock tests are weighted heavy, but if you do the homework & watch the lectures, you should do just fine. He cares about students & gave 5 point increase if you review the test with him.
Statistics in general sucked. I have nothing negative to say about the professor really. All you have is a video to go by and the homework. all exams had honorlock and you must point the camera towards your hands and working area. I did not like the class but it was needed to graduate, passed with a 83% and Idk how, hmwk dont help bring points up
Since this is a math class (which I am not really good at) 60 points are taken from tests contributing HEAVILY to your grade. We also had a project for the class. Amazing lectures and explains the math material very well.
5 credit class that relies HEAVILY and ONLY on Pearson. Lecture videos and textbook is from 1990(not kidding). All of the homework and quizzes are on Pearson but the exam was written by the professor and were completely different(the wording of questions) than what we learned on Pearson. Never specifies what he is looking for in exam responses.
I experienced a house fire two weeks into the class, and he was not sufficiently accommodative or communicative. I only heard from him once over 13 weeks, despite having messaged him countless times. The class itself is fun if you like math, but not for people who struggle with independent, online learning. Very Pearson heavy, he doesn't teach.
He was pretty generous with grades, allowing several attempts for quizzes and almost a guaranteed 100% on homework if you were willing to put the in work to understand it. He gave feedback if you asked, and was decently understanding. I am good at math, so this class was a breeze. I personally liked the platform used, but others might not.
Class is very test heavy with little to no room for error. There are barely any assignments to help your grade. I had an issue with taking a test online and was forced to take it in person, which disrupted important plans. The professor was under "suspicion" and wasn't understanding or flexible. Wouldn't recommend if you value fairness or support.
BEST MATH teacher I've ever had. Funny asf, ACTUALLY teaches, really easy to follow along. You will LOVE him. 3 Test + final, couple of assignments every 2 weeks, do them early so they don't pile up since most are due same date. GO TO CLASS, you will be so lost if you don't!! He drops the lowest test grade. Do urself a favor and take his class!!!
He makes it very easy to understand the material, and if you do the homework you will 100% nail the material by the time the test comes around. Tests are worth a lot, but he does drop your lowest test grade at the end of the semester and does offer a bit of extra credit.
I took him for stats the class is pretty easy, if you do the homework and actually understand you will be fine you only have 3 test plus a final and he was really funny and always willing to help. I will say be sure to check the due dates for the last assignments at the end because it can bring your grade down.
Seems nice but his teaching style really didn't work for me. He moves fast and does a lot of cold calling. If you miss class, you are probably going to fail. He will make “group project” assignments on canvas and give zero explanation and just give u a zero if you miss. He is also pretty hard to reach. Personally would not recommend this class.
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