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“Professor Gordon is the best math instructor I ever had and I have no regrets for taking Calculus II in the evening with him”
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Good teaching style, explains math concepts with clarity. Also is willing to help you out - if you have any difficulty in getting homework done, you can reach on the phone after school. Relaxed, friendly.
good guy takes everthing one step at a time, is very clear, doesnt go to fast and is really down to earth, would defenitly recommend him for anyone who has trouble with math
Great professor, he loves what he does and he made pre-calc very easy. Not sure who you should take for pre-cal 2 take Ted Gordon. You can call him any day at any time if you have problems with homework or with anything!!
Knows his stuff, can tend to wander off topic a bit.
Just a good guy in general and genuinely cares that you learn the material. Will stay late with you to help you one on one and will even help you out at 1:00am over the phone if you need it. Fun class and fun guy.
He is very helpful and enjoys teaching. Classes are entertaining for the most part.
Very good teacher who loves his job and would go out of the way to help with anything you need. Very easy class but mainly because he is a fantastic teacher and makes his lesson clear.
Nice guy, prolly the happiest guy ever! Good teacher! Actually cares about his students!
On of ther best teachers ive ever had, explains every thing on his tests verry well, this was one of the only math classes that i enjoyed, take him at all costs
One of the best professors I've ever had. He's fun, easy-going, extremely helpful and an all around nice guy. He'll bend over backwards to help you and is very approachable. You can call him anytime day or night for help - I highly recommend him!
i highly recommend him, great teacher and person.
Maybe one of the BEST teachers i've ever had...period! VERY nice guy, totally easy to understand, makes sure everyone understands the material before moving on, easy tests, plus really funny. TAKE THIS PROFESSOR!!!
Hes great!! he makes it so easy. and is VERY helpful!!!!!!! TAKE THIS PROFESSER FOR ANY MATH CLASS IF POSSIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!
Most approachable teacher ever! The very best at OCC. Sign up early to get him the classes fill up quick!
Gordon is such an amazing teacher... he makes sure everyone understands what he is teaching and he truly cares about his students... the class is easy, and reviews are a huge help... i highly recommend gordon... if he taught chinese i would take him... hes that great
Prof. Gordon is the man!!!! He makes statistics very interesting and fun to learn. Do the homework and always ask questions or else he assumes everyone knows. He's human and makes mistakes but that what makes him a good professor. He makes his classes feel at ease. Take him, he's the best!!!
i am horrible in math, but prof. gordon lays it out so you can understand it.
Mr. Gordon is soooo awesome, He is great professor. He explains thing that way we would experience them in real life, he makes you leave his class wanting to say to someone "hey guess what...Great teacher.You HAVE to take Him
I had him a few years ago and he was great. I also thought he was pretty hot.
He's there to healp each student every step of the way. It doesn't matter how bad you are at math this man is able to make any problem easy. There never any excuse for anyone to do bad.
Such an easy teacher. And u actually learn a lot. He helps you with all your test. And he lets u have ur notebook for the test. The class was fun as hell. Hes the coolest professor ive had! I think everyone should take him.
A great professor that helps any time you ask. He makes learning the material so much more interesting that I had ever thought possible. Great sense of humor. Something about him that makes him very attractive. He's smart and has great eyes!!
he is an amazing teacher. even if you dont like math you will love this class. he is a down to earth man and it shows in his teaching. if i had it my way i would take nothing but math with no one else but him.
I had Gordon for both remedial algebra classes, now I have him for survey ; he's a great professor ; very helpful ; easy tests ; he gives you a great review of what is exactly on the test ; as long if you do your homework and study anyone can pass this class. Im taking him for statistics too
WONDERFUL MAN!!! There isn't a negative a person could say about this guy as a teacher or as a person in general. If you can get into his class before it's fill, take him. You definetly won't regret it!
one of the best professors at the school. he makes the work easy. does not want you to be a mathmetician. wants you to understand what stats are and how they can be used, sometimes against you in the real world. awesome guy. always there to help.
I think that professor gordon is a great guy but a little hard to follow and there is homework every night. He tries to make the class easy but his learning style is a bit diffrent from the way i learn.
Professor Gordon is a compassionate teacher, takes into account that not all of us are mathematically inclined, he is willing to over and above what is required..Excellent teacher!!
Second time in this class & I have a whole new view on math. Gordon is by far one of the best teachers I have ever met. I hope to have more like him. He not only teaches the math, but makes sense of it so it's clear and you can refer back.
4 week course currently in...thus far has made it very easy to follow & understand.
very helpful guy, if u dont understand something he will explain it in a different way until u can fully grasp the concepts
Wat a great teacher all around, u can show up or u dont have to as long as u take the tests ur set! I hate math but i loved this guy!
Great professor. Great class. Makes things easy for you. If you do the homework, and ask questions if you are unsure, you will do great in this class. The tests are pretty much copies of the homework. It's the same thing, so if you just do the hw, you will pass the test with flying colors. You have to do the homework, it's a good way to study and actually understand the material. This is the 4th math class I had him as a teacher. I keep taking him and taking him bc he is an excellent intructor
He is one of the best college professors I've had. He makes math easy because he breaks everything up into little pieces, but if you miss too many classes or don't do the homework, it's easy to get confused/lost. He is funny, helpful, and easy going. He makes sure you understand everything and helps you out until you do. Tests are almost completely from homework (which he gives every night), so if you do the work, you'll do really well. Do the homework even though it's not graded. Keep up with the work!
best math teacher ive ever had. o cant stress enough how nice and helpful he is. he even made me like math, since he was the first person to help me understand it!
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I loved his class! He was very funny and very interesting. I liked how he pulled current events into the lesson even though we were learning math and not english. His class is very easy, and you would love it even if you didn't like math to begin with.
this is the greatest teacher..I HATE math and i do horrible in it and I managed to pass this class cuz he is so helpful and a good teacher. He really does care about his students and them doing well and he is funny as hell too..take his class!
He makes stats so easy. I got an A. Easy A or B+. Gordon is the best teacher, my favorite teacher in college or otherwise, he's that great. He wants you to understand, he's always available in his office if u need it, I give him a 10
professor ted is one of the best teachers i have ever had.
Professor Gordon makes math interesting and fun. He explains everything well so that it is clear and easy to understand. I would recommend him for someone who is not too strong in math as he is very helpful and good at what he does. I would also recommend him for someone who is good in math because he challenges you as well
Best professor I have ever had in my 3 years of college, and probably best I will ever have. I am not weak in math but i hate it and he makes it interesting and easy to learn. He is also the nicest guy in the world and works with ur schedule and is so easy to talk to. I still talk to him hes the best/nicest professor take his class!
I had him for survey and stats. he was the best teacher ive ever had! he is very understanding and will always help u out. he makes math a lot of fun. He is probally the only teacher here that will go out of his way to make sure u totally understand! hes an easy A and u learn something!
i had professor gordon for a five week summer course. gordon is a great teacher very easy and understanding. as long as u go to class, take notes , and do the homework you will pass the class. i learned alot from him in five weeks then i did in 4 years of high school.
His rating speaks for itself. A shame I only had him for my last semester. Great professor. He even helped me out via email with some homework after transferring to Rutgers. He goes above and beyond.
Undoubtedly the best math teacher I have ever had. I am TERRIBLE in math, and he makes it so easy to understand. He really cares if you get it or not. I am taking him for another class this semester and next semester. Show up to class and pay attention, and you will pass. I cannot say it enough: THE BEST TEACHER EVER!!!!!!!!
an AMAZING professor. a hilarious guy who keeps your attention all class. makes material very relatable and doesn't expect formula memorization. takes sometimes several classes to review material before tests and in general seems to really enjoy what he's doing. recommended for ANYONE who hates math.
All professors should be like Dr. G. He is pleasant, tries not to offend anyone, and teaches math so almost anyone can understand. Go to class almost always, do the homework assigned. Go to him for help(he is available to students alot) and you should get a Bplus to an A . No problem!
Awsome teacher. Best teacher i've ever had. i wish he taught every subject i would take him for everything. i hate math and have always failed it until he was my teacher. i would recommend him over any teacher. excellent teacher. very very helpful and nice!
One of the best professors I have ever had. He can take any part of Calculus and put it into an example you can understand. Haven't known to many go give you their cell phone numbers and tell you to call him if you need help. Wish he was teaching the spring class I'm taking, he made the class very enjoyable.
AWESOME! NICE! FUNNY! SMART! WITTY! I can go on and on. Great professor, anyone can agree! I highly recommend him to everyone. Do the HW and ask questions. He's very clear, and thorough in his lessons! He's SO AVAILABLE if u need xtra help. He just wants everyone 2 pass. He's a really cool guy... I want to be his friend, U will 2!! TAKE HIM!!!
I wasn't that interested in this course at the beginning, and when I ended the course, I liked math. Prof. Gordon is by far one of the best math teachers I've ever had, I was able to get A's on my math tests and look forward to going to math class. Math was always one of my weakest points, and he made it fun.
Had him for Calc 1 and 2. I HIGHLY recommend Prof. Gordon. He explains everything very clearly, and really gets into what he's doing. He really knows the subject material, and you can tell that he loves to teach. He is also very funny, and I find myself laughing at every class. Best of the best. I can't praise him enough.
This teacher is one of my favorite math professors. tests answers didnt count the work did. gives you all the formulas for tests, he makes the class fun and relates it to real life statistics! highly reccomended. i never did the homework and still did really well
Had him for Differential Equations. Absolutely one of the best teachers I've ever had. Smart, funny, really seems interested in the material. Very tolerant of algebra mistakes. Highly recommended!
took him for 2 math classes..i'm not a big math person but he was a wonderful teacher, always gave help when needed, explained EVERYTHING and a very nice man...recommend this teacher to anyone!!
Best math teacher, ever! I had Survey of Mathematics with him this summer. He's a very funny and intelligent man- a class you actually want to show up for! For our class we did have homework every night, which wasn't counted toward our grade... just 4 tests were (5 week class). However, he reviews everything & is always willing to go over it again.
He is truly the nicest prof. He makes corny jokes and lets youout early everyclass, then the rest of the time you can stay after which people do. Homework doesn't count and quizes aren'tmuch either. always do reveiws b4 tests. i got an A on every test. He's the nicest and best prof!!!
He is the best teacher ever!Tries his best to make you understand math.Very easy cracks jokes and a such a nice man.I got a B in his class and never did homework or study.Gives extra credit overall i love him hes amazing! Highly recommended.
awesome
He made me think math was FUN. I know....FUN who would heve thought it!!!
This is this by far, the best teacher i have ever had. He clearly knows the subject and extremely clear that even people wish they could have him for science courses. Prof Gordon is the best thing that could have happened to this college. PLEASE TAKE HIM, you will actually start liking Math, and learn a LOT!!!!
Fun teacher, makes you feel like math is easy even when it isnt. refreshing.
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as if gordon needs another person talking about how amazing he is, but how could i resist?! Hes by far one of the BEST teachers at occ!everyone told me to take him so i did and i did not regret it.he is constantly making corny jokes that are funny, he really got on our level and talk about things relative to us. so easy! lets us our early every day
He is amazing. Definitely my favorite math teacher. He is funny and upbeat which doesn't make class drag on at all(I hate math....more than anything)...I'm not saying i enjoyed this class but he makes things clear and easy to understand. just keep practicing on the homework and you'll do fine.
Great teacher! He loves to crack jokes and talk, but he also makes learning fun. Though I got a C I enjoyed every minute of it. Don't slack off like I did, because it will bite you in the end. Do the H.W and you'll do fine.
intro to stats. he is awesome very funny doesn't check h.w. but do it it helps and ends class early
Put it this way. I want to take math again next semester and i don't even have to! This is my second time taking this course and I REALLY enjoyed it. TAKE HIM! EXCELLENT PROFESSOR!
AMAZING professor. His class is always interesting. He keeps the class short and to the point. Hes good at explaining what hes teaching so you are rarely confused. He is extremely fair on grading and willing to help. For once i didnt mind going to math. Take him. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Great teacher! Had him for Survey to Math and loved the class! Do homework - not mandatory - but will find similar questions on the tests. Very helpful and will believe in you!
Very easy. Don't need the book. Don't need to go to class. And make sure he knows that you hate Volvo's.
like you didnt need any more convincing to take this guy hes great most down to earth professor ive had so far makes class fun always cracking jokes just listen and youll do fine i took him for survey im taking him again for stats next semester if you dont like math hell change your opinion guarenteed
"PROF. GORDON IS THE BEST PROFESSOR I'VE EVER HAD". I'm so happy with Prof. Gordon, he is very very nice. I'm actually still taking his class, but I couldnt help but to let everyone know how great of a professor he is. I hate Math, but he makes it so much fun. Froms scale 1 to 10, definitely a 10. For God's sake take him.
He is one of the best teachers I've ever had.
I've taken Gordon for Survey, Calc 1, and Calc 2. He told me I wasn't allowed to rate him on here, as you can tell I'm not the best listener. I've never had, nor will I ever again have a professor like Gordork. He's 1 in a googol. If you don't believe me, look thru here and I bet u won't find 1 reasonable explanation for why u should not take him
Gordon is awesome!! always there when you need help and he's very layed back! I highly suggest that you take class!! ;0)
Awesome professor. Made statistics as fun as it could be at 8 in the morning during the summer. He's super laid back, extremely helpful, caring, and funny. I'd take him again.
BEST PROFESSOR EVER...if you take calculus and you don't take his class, you will regret it
Probably the best teacher at occ. you can't go wrong with this guy, i'd recommend him to anyone. makes everything super easy to understand and has an awesome personality.
Amazing i loved this guy. Easy to understand, super helpful, and awesome personality!! Take him!!
I had Gordon for three math classes, one of which I did not need but loved his class so much I could not help myself. Clear, concise and with the patience of a saint, Prof. Gordon is easily the best teacher (PERIOD) I have ever had. He really cares and makes the material so easy to understand. I cannot say enough good things about him.
AWESOMMMMMMME. HE GETS AN A+++ FOR TEACHING. has an amazing outlook on everything and is an absolutely brilliant teacher. I will DEFFINITELY be taking him as much as possible!!! and I recommend you do too!
SUCH A GOOD TEACHER!!! you have to take him. he is so funny and makes math much more likeable..and this comes from someone who hates math! i would recommend him to everyone..so take him!
Hands down BEST teacher at occ! I highly recommend him to anyone!!
This is the professor who made me want to switch my major to math, amazing! Very funny, definitely knows what he's teaching. And he throws in some tidbits just to think about. Definitely take him!
Best teacher ever!!!
cool as hell best teacher at occ hands down funny and his class is easy
Had him for Calculus I over the summer. Great Prof!! His lectures are great and spends time with you after class if needed. Always answers homework questions in class. Kinda funny as well. Always has a lot of enthusiasm as well.
Smooth fluid lect he keeps interesting. Always willing to spend time with students. Has LOTS of patience. Always answers homework questions. WARNING! He will say this is easy and it only gets easier, lol, it does not get easier it gets harder. Do the homework and make sure you understand it and you will be fine. GREAT PROF!! I could go on and on!
I love Prof. Gordon! I do not like math, but I could not have asked for a better teacher. He's super smart & funny. Don't use book in class, just for homework. He explains everything in depth and has no problem answering questions. He's great!
best math professor ever! skips all the hard stuff and makes sure you know just the gist of it. never use your book in class and doesn't take attendance. i hate math but i love his class. also, if he makes 3 arithmetic mistakes during class, you're let out after the third mistake, no matter what time it is. we left thirty minutes into it once.
Excellent professor! Makes what could be a boring subject fun and interesting! His enthusiasm is contagious, and he really cares that his students get it. His tests are to the point--no trick questions, and no repeat questions. I highly recommend him!
i hate math, and i have never gotten and A in it since elementary school. i got an A in his class! he makes you like math! and he explains math in a way that EVERYONE understands. he skips all the hard stuff and shows the easiest ways to solve problems. hes SUPER nice and very funny! never takes attendance, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED IF YOU HATE MATH
I HATE MATH! But i love him! He makes everything so easy, and makes sure you understand everything. i took him twice. Hes so great i actually took his math class as a ELECTIVE! only use book for homework, but he never checks it. grades on a curve! TAKE HIM IF YOU SUCK AT MATH!
Prof Gordon is the Mr. Miyagi of math. I've liked other prof teaching methods, but this guy is the one every one else wishes they could be. If only he taught everything. YOU need to take HIM.
Best math teacher I have ever had! I took him for statistics and made sure everyone understood before moving on. I'm taking him for Survey next semester! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!
This teacher is freaking awesome! he makes everything so easy and understandable, no matter what math level your at. I recommend Gordon to all from math 011 to any calc.
amazing teacher, makes test easy and math easy to learn. there is no reason not to get an A in his class. he is willing to help anyone, and does not fail people who try
Had him for calc 1 summer five week...amazing!!! Best math teacher I have ever had in my entire life and I hated math until I had him, he makes math fun and really wants you to learn and understand it...he relates math to any career field your going into which makes it that much better..helped me all the time after class and this was in the summer!
So. I still hate math. Sorry Prof. you didn't rid me of my incessant hate for the subject. Also, I hated the stupid definition questions on the test. THEY WERE SO AGGRAVATING. Oh, and he comes off as a kind of jerk initially, but once you warm up to him, he's pretty okay. Yeah, take him. He'll answer any question, even the meaning of life itself.
He is a great guy. He is very clear and very helpful. I would definitely take him again and recommend him to everyone.
Made learning Calc. 1,2, and 3 fun and easy
I had him for the 5wk course. Made Calc I easy AND fun. You didn't have to use YouTube to teach yourself- he actually teaches! THE most amazing math professor I've ever had. I go to him for Calc II help now, even though he's not my Calc II professor! He will help ANYONE and he'll do it well. He truly loves teaching. His classes fill up QUICK!!
Prof. Gordon is awesome! He will explain anything you dont understand until you get it! Teaches very well and actually had me enjoying math for a bit!!
One of the best professors I ever had at ocean county college, one of the best professors I've had so far period (now going into my senior year at Stockton). Extremely helpful, funny and kind, made math easy to understand. A very down-to-earth guy and very dedicated to helping his students understand the subject. Take his class if you can.
Easily the best math class I've ever taken. He really enjoys teaching and makes the class very fun.
Precalc 1. Summer 5 week. A great teacher that cares about his students. He always makes time before and after class for questions. I highly recommend him.
I had taken Professor Gordon for the Pre-calc 1&2 class together in 5 weeks last summer. I was scared to death and considered dropping before the class started, after the class started I was so happy I stayed in. Professor Gordon will do anything he can to help you succeed.I would take any class the he taught. You will not regret taking his class!
Best professor I ever had. Period. If you ever have the opportunity to take one of his classes GRAB IT! You won't regret it.
Awesome guy, had him for calc 1. It is very easy to pass his class as long as you do your homework. He is very funny and keeps students interested
Best math prof. ever had. His tests are 1 page, if not a page and a half. Teaches the material to the extent that everyone can understand, and has a great personality about everything. You CAN'T get bored in Prof Gordon's class.
The best math professor at OCC. I originally failed Math 151, retook it with Gordon and got a B+. Makes things so clear and tests are not that hard. Just a great professor. Deff take him.
Ted was incredible, honestly. Prior to taking this class,I felt stupid when it came to math. He breaks things down effortlessly, and really helps you grasp the concept necessary to pass. Highly recommend you taking Ted, he was destined to be a professor, the first A+ I've ever gotten on a math exam.
I felt this prof was da bomb! He really taught me al the math that others couldn't. thanks Mr. G
Professor Gordon is amazing! everything he says is crystal clear and he makes everything a lot easier. I loved this class!!!!!!!!
Pro gordon is the best teacher . I had him for calc 2,3 discrte and linear algebra ..very helpful and clear ..
Awesome Professor. Recommend him. His teaching style is understandable and clear. He made math interesting, fun and comprehensible. He is very approachable and accessible if you need help.
Great Professor. He explains the material clearly and makes what could be overly technical easier to understand. Understanding of students needs and will give extra help if asked. Grade is based on tests which are very similar to the homework. If you put just some effort into it you will pass if you put
AWESOME TEACHER!!! Took Calc I in Summer 5 week. Got an A with no problem. If you show up and do homework you'll do the same! He makes learning, fun and easy. Will always stay and help you if you ask. Highly recommended!!!
THE BEST MATH PROFESSOR YOU CAN ASK FOR AND HE IS FUNNY& CARES ABOUT HIS STUDENTS LEARNING THE MATERIAL. OMG YOU HAVE TO TAKE HIM;ESPECIALLY IF MATH IS YOUR WEAK SUBJECT. MAKES IT SO EASY TO UNDERSTAND.
AMAZING professor!!! Very funny, class goes by fast, extremely helpful and wants all his students to succeed. Always lets class out at least a half hour early and gives HW that is not mandatory. He doesn't care about attendance but you'll be lost if you don't come. Always prepares you for tests and very fair at grading. Overall...TAKE HIM!!
Everyone needs the equivalent of this professor for every subject.
Had him for calc 1&2 & discrete. awesome prof
Dude, where does OCC find these professors at? This guy makes math exciting. It's not just learn, solve, and regurgitate. He's just a fun person, full of life and spirit. Highly recommend him if possible, especially for Discrete Mathematics.
I took statistics with Professor Gordon after not taking a math class in over 10 years. He made this information exciting and new. He gave everyone in class opportunities to get the highest grade they could. Tests were just enough to get your brain working. The clarity of his teaching methods was amazing. I highly recommend!
Absolutely fantastic. I wish he could teach everything. He makes math ridiculously approachable, entertaining, and simple. He could explain anything, easily enough that anyone could understand the material, detailed enough so Calculus students could use the material. Take him for everything you can!
the best professor ever, he is really funny sometimes and the tests are supper easy. you don't have to go to class all the time and you will still pass very easily
By far the best math professor I have ever had. Finally, someone who relates math & statistical methods to your major, no matter what your major is. His demands are clear. 4-5 tests wclear review sheets. Homework is optional, but helpful and he goes over it. He's funny, sweet, and is always there to help. Open office hours. Wants you to succeed!
Best teacher that I have ever taken. He explains the course in its most simplest form, and just an overall amazing teacher. WOULD DEFINITELY TAKE AGAIN!
He was a great professor, super easy grader. I ended up not writing my final paper and just stopped showing up to class and I still got an A.
Professor Gordon is the man! Take him if you are bad at math! Take him if you are amazing at math! Take him. Does not require the book, he reviews for tests, his explanations are crystal clear, homework isn't graded because he understands that statistics takes practice, and he understands if you have to miss class. He will not penalize you for it.
Professor Gordon made me like mathematics, restoring my lack of interest from back in high school. He ALWAYS applies his lessons to the real world, making everything he teaches relatable to every day life. Always willing to help, you will get the grade you put effort into for while taking this course!
Professor Gordon is the embodiment of someone who loves his job. He is funny, patient, helpful, enthusiastic, and truly cares about his students. I wish I could have taken more classes with him. He is a professor I won't forget about and I would recommend him to anyone. I hope OCC realizes what a fantastic professor they have!
Lectures are awesome and really fly by. I was dreading Differential Equations but he made it interesting and easy. TAKE HIM!
I am taking calculus as a summer course with this professor and he is always happy and ready to teach. He is fair in his grading and is good at explaining the material. Despite it being a 2 and a half hour class he actually keeps me interested. He also makes copies out the book and hands it out as homework so there is really no need to buy a book
Gordon, the best math teacher at OCC, that's a fact! I took stats which is easy to begin with, but he taught and showed how to calculate problems clearly. He drops the lowest test, but they are easy anyway. The test are short, like 5-10 questions. He gives reviews the class before which is nearly the test problems. You dont need the book.
Hands down the best teacher at OCC. He's just an amazing guy that I could listen to forever. Yeah, you're taking calc most likely so it's gonna be some work but he's your best option hands down. Take 5 tests and he drops 1. I took the 5 week Summer course and would have loved to take the second if I could. Just do HW and you'll get an A or B
Professor Gordon is exactly what a math professor should be, knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely a great guy. He tells some awful jokes but they help keep you alert when problems drag on for a while. I would highly recommend him to any student in need of a math class, and I wish there were more math teachers like him at Rowan.
350 characters won't do this professor justice. I took Gordon for a 5 week Calc 2 class and I loved every minute of it. Math isn't my favorite subject but he made everything so understandable and kept me so entertained the whole time. If you want to learn math then take Professor Gordon, I promise you that you will not regret it.
It is unfortunate that passion is terribly cliché, because that is precisely what Prof. G. has in abundance. Everything he does is motivated by that passion. He can explain the reason for EVERYTHING he teaches. Yes, his tests are short, but that's because if he didn't have to give them he wouldn't. He simply wants you to learn. That's it.
Although the material is tough professor Gordon makes as simple as he can. He finds easy ways to explain the material and is always willing to give further help. I took pre calculus with professor Gordon, and enjoyed so much the simplicity of his class that I took him again for calculus I and II.
Super nice, incredibly funny and easy to get along with. Makes class fun and learning easy. Would take again for any subject available.
Professor Gordon is very nice and helpful, I would take him again.
I have taken Professor Gordon for Survery of Mathematics and Intro to Statistics. He is the best professor I have ever had when it comes to understanding, willingness to help and wanting you to pass. He will do everything in his power to help you throughout the semester and he will work with any issues that may arise. Definitely take him!
I LOVE PROFESSOR GORDON! BEST PROFESSOR AT OCC BY FAR!!
Professor Gordon was BY FAR the best professor I have ever had. I had him for Calc 3 and Diff Eq and he ALWAYS made the class interesting, and used funny remarks to keep you interested. He is very easy to understand, and is always willing to help if needed. Transferred to a university and still keep in touch with him. DEFINITELY take him!!!
Professor Gordon is one of the best professors OCC has. He used to teach the OCC television math series. If you don't like math, you will after you take him. I took him for Calculus I and he made the math make sense! I would definitely recommend. If you do the homework, you should get an A no problem.
By far the best teaching professor I have had. He wants you to learn. He cares about the students understand of the lesson. Takes extra time after class to help and encourages students to visit him in his office for assistance. I will be taking this professor again as often as possible. Professor Gordon makes math fun and that is hard to do.
Professor Gordon is clear and straightforward to introduce an important concept that will converge most criteria of calculus and algebra into something that finally makes sense. Pay attention its worth it and hes not boring at all, in fact probably the most upbeat math classroom you'll be in.
I failed calculus 2 my spring semester, took it over the summer with Professor Gordon and aced it like it was nothing. He keeps the lectures interesting and is a funny guy overall. He grades each question based on whether you understand the setup of the problem and not necessarily the correct numerical answer. The world needs more people like him!
I am not good in math but I absolutely enjoyed Professor Gordon. He is very fair, gives extra credit, and is accessible before & after class. Great sense of humor, caring, & kind. I highly recommend. Book is only necessary if you need to practice. Take him! You won't regret it!
If you want to actually learn math then this probably isn't the class for you, but if you're taking it because you have to, take Gordon's class. I failed virtually every test but he knew I was putting the effort forth and I still received a B. Great man and he is very good at math he just has a hard time explaining the material thoroughly.
Before taking his class, I almost thought his scores seemed too good to be true. However, OCC is beyond fortunate to have Prof. Gordon on campus. His tests have lots of choice so if you blank on a single concept, it won't harm you. He's always willing to go over problems and resonates well with students. Only issue: his classes fill quickly
Professor Gordon is a great mathematics professor. I am happy i took him for math and not anyone else. Take him if needed.
Prof. Gordon is THE BEST! Math is an intimidating subject for me and i was nervous to take it in college, but he made it very understandable and always kept the class light/not overwhelming and very passable. He is so caring and understanding. I actually looked forward to his class! I was able to learn and enjoy math because of him!
Best Professor out there! He explains everything, he is just amazinggg. I would take his again and again. I am not good at math ans he made it so easy!!!!!
Very funny and gives clear lessons. He pretty much gives the answers for tests, and has very funny examples and keeps the class entertaining
Amazing professor
Best Math Professor ever!!!! He absolutely loves and knows Math. He explains everything so well and make a very difficult topic looks easy. Always willing to help, lectures are interesting and motivating. Will surely take any Math class he teaches. He is AMAZING!!!!. take him and you'll never regret your decision.
BEST PROFESSOR I HAVE EVER EVER EVER HAD HANDS DOWN!!! Can not stress that enough! I am horrible at math and would not have passed if it was not for him. Gives homework but does not check it, I did not know what I was doing on the tests but he still gave me credit for trying.. Offers extra help/ credit ALWAYS. Amazing man and professor!!!
AMAZING, he is such a good professor. He goes over what we are learning, does some examples and lets you out (most of the time 15 minutes early). His examples are super helpful and are always use funny statistics. He is willing to help you with anything you don't understand and is really good at explaining what you need to do.
He is the best professor, he dumbs it down so that you can understand things easily
He is amazing and hands down the best prof I have ever taken. TAKE HIM!!! he makes it so easy!! Love him
He is the BEST professor I ever had in my whole 3 years here at OCC. He is hilarious, nice, and really genuinely cares about you understanding the material. Allows you to ask questions and makes everyone feel comfortable. He explains the material so well. I took this class online and found it very difficult I had to drop it, he deff knows his stuff
He is the best of them all. Please take any class he teaches. His lectures are amazing, he explains patiently every little details you need to know. Friendly disposition, test are basically from the homework given. and yes! He gives lots of extra credit. If you are ready to understand calculus, just take his class. You will surely excel. He is good
Hands down the best professor I've ever had. I hate math and have never been good at it but he makes everything so easy and you can really tell he cares about his students and just wants them to be okay with math. He's also really easy to approach if you need help with something. TAKE HIM YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!!!
Gordon cares about people. With that said, grades have some kind of curve even if extra credit is not offered. I took Statistics with him, it is important and helpful to be in class but not mandatory. He will repeatedly teach you how to execute and interpret his graded test questions. Apply the knowledge he gives you and you will have an A.
Professor Gordon is the best math instructor I ever had and I have no regrets for taking Calculus II in the evening with him. He explains this difficult material in a way that anyone can understand and he cares about his students' success. Grade is based on both take home and in class exams but he makes sure you know what to study for.
I wish he taught every subject. Hands down the absolute best prof i have ever had. So blessed to have been able to take my worst subject with a prof who genuinely cares about everyone passing. TAKE HIM ASAP!!!!
I would highly recommend Prof Gordon to anyone. He is very thorough during his lectures and keeps it entertaining. His class is easy and homework was optional, but that doesn't mean you don't learn anything. This professor really knows how to keep you engaged without overloading you with work. Take him!!
I had him for stats and i suck at math but i got an A in his clsss . Hes the best professor i have had .
I H A T E math but Gordon made it seem like I have been learning statistics for years. Would take another math class with him in a heartbeat. If you are not gifted with amazing math capabilities, take his class! If you plan on taking his class though, register as soon as possible because his classes fill up quickly (mine filled up in 2 days).
I loved Professor Gordon. Made statistics easy to understand. Classes are entertaining, he always explains everything in a way that is clear and not difficult to understand, even if you're not great at math. Definitely one of my favorite professors, just seems like a really great person in general. Would definitely recommend for statistics.
I would definitely recommend taking Prof Gordon. Very funny and made the time fly. He kept it interesting. I'm not strong in math but he explained it clearly and I really understood the concepts.
Professor Gordon is my favorite professor I have ever had. His classes made me realize I wanted to become a math major. He wants you to learn and really understand the material and is always willing to help you out. I have never had a professor teach as well as him and that's because he not only knows what he's doing but also loves what he does!
Take any course you can with him, honestly one of the best people I've met along with Professor/Teachers. Could go on and on about good things about him.
Ive never taken a stats class before, but Gordon is a great professor. He is very clear with material so it was easy for me to understand! Very helpful if needed! Take him.
Probably the BEST math teacher I've everr had! He makes statistics so easy and I was dreading that class. He breaks it down to an elementary level if you need him to. He is always upstairs to help you with ANYTHING. Most of your tests are take-home and he encourages everyone to work on them together so you get to really know the material. THE BEST!
I had him for calc 1 & 2 at night. Honestly he's great, he actually teaches and is accessible after class and at the tutoring center where he frequently hangs out with students. I failed calc but he made things understandable. Tests are straightforward and from hw. Take him for any math class. I got an A in calc1 and a B in calc2.
prof Theodore is just great! his exams were fair. some were take home. drops your lowest exam grade and he knows what he is doing. would highly recommend.
Professor Gordon has the most passion that I have seen in any professor. He actually makes math fun. Take him for any math course you can.
Professor Gordon is amazing. I truly understood all the material and even then some. I took Stat as my last class and went up to Calc. He showed me something from calc i barely understood and made it clear as day. 5 minutes with him made a whole unit on calc clear. This man knows stat and calc. Truly a great man and professor.
If I could take this professor again, I would. Does a great job teaching the class and makes it fun for all students. Everything in this class is straightforward! :)
Hands down my favorite professor at OCC took him for Calc 1 and Calc 2. If he taught Calc 3 I would go all the way to the highest math with him if possible. If you can take him please do you will not regret it.
Best professor I have ever had! I have never been good at math but professor Gordon really made me understand algebra! He is hilarious, caring, and you can tell he truly cares about his students! He wants everyone to succeed and hes always available when you need him! Take him for algebra, stat, or Calc!!
I loved Gordon. He brought the material down to an elementary level so it was easy for everyone to understand. He only gives 4 tests and they're based off the hw. He is always accessible outside of class if you need help and answers emails right away. Definitely take him!
Gordon is a great guy, I was scared to take stats in the Beginning because I hate math but he made it easy to understand. If your not a strong math person like me take him you wont regret it!
Great professor! He cares about your success and explains things in the best way. He is funny, easy-going, and knows what he's talking about. Always willing to help. Go to class, listen to his lectures, and do the optional homework and you'll do fine on the tests!
Professor Gordon was my professor for the first Calculus class I ever took and would be the only professor I would take for another calculus course. Coming in I hadn't done any math in almost 2 years, but he cared about my grade and was extremely willing to help me to better understand the material. Just ask and he will help you!
Really great guy. took his calc 1 online due to covid-19. He got us through the material in the best way possible. I am not gonna lie though, he would always say that the test is coming straight from the homework and stuff would be on the test that we have never seen before. So just be prepared to study hard for his tests.
I am taking Gordon for Intro for Stats. He is incredibly caring. Homework is not mandatory but i would recommend doing it to be prepared for the tests which are your only grades in this class. I wish we werent remote because he seems very kind. Very easy work and he just wants you to understand the concepts not the actual math.
Professor Gordon is the most caring and outstanding professor at OCC. He is genuinely passionate about teaching and loves mathematics. He wants his students to understand the material and it great at explaining difficult concepts. Do the homework and study and he will get you through any math course.
Professor Gordon is by far the BEST professor Ive ever had. Stats is a pretty hard class but he takes his time and goes slow so everyone understands whats going on in class. He also makes the class interesting and not boring!! I would 1,000% recommend to take him for stats!!!
Literally the nicest, best professor. I have the math level of a freshman in high school and he was able lecture stats in a way for me to understand. He is such a great guy, and wish I could of had him in person. Attendance is not mandatory so if you have a job you can just watch on your own time. I hope he knows how grateful we are for him.
Professor Gordon is literally an angel. He's super approachable and the class I took was crazy easy, but he still would thoroughly explain anything to anyone who didn't get it. He obviously cares about his students and he handled online learning really well. There were only three grades for the whole semester, but the tests are basic concepts.
BEST PROFESSOR YET! He really knows how to make the class laugh and is so kind. He is very understanding as well. Great at teaching!
Calc 2 and Discrete Math, both are advanced so the material is hard but He is really passionate, will assign just the right amount of homework to practice/lock your skills, will take time from class to review questions, will actually go over a concept in depth instead of two simple examples and moving on and giving you HW you have no idea about
Math has always been my worst subject and Professor Gordon made things so clear. The class is a math class so you do have to put in effort and study but Professor Gordon will go out of his way to make sure you pass the class.
Professor Gordon is absolutely amazing, he is the kind of teacher to make you like math. He is very caring about his students success and will make sure that you have all the tools avaible to succeed in his class. His lecture are very funny, he barely does any powerpoint and he'd rather go over example to demonstrate calculus principle. 11/10
The goat
I just loved him. He is AMAZING. You are only graded by a few things but he drops your lowest exam grade! He is available during office hours to give extra help. He applied what we were learning in Calc II to the real world which was awesome. He made me like Calculus which after my Calc I experience I never really thought could happen. Thank you!
I love Professor Gordon, his lectures are very clear and understandable. He has a great personality and genuinely cares about his students. He is always available if you need help. Although you are graded only on tests, they are easy as long as you pay attention to the lectures. He drops the lowest test score as well. Single best professor ever!
Professor Gordon was the best professor I have ever had. Gordon explains the topics in his class masterfully and provides useful examples to strengthen his lectures. He genuinely cares about all of his students and wants to see each and every one of them succeed. Definitely stop by his office hours, even if just for coffee and conversations.
Truly one of the best math teachers I've ever had. You can tell that he really cares about his students and their understanding of the material. He gives lots of extra credit on the tests and I'm pretty sure he did partial credit too. He found a way to make calc 2 bearable and fun while still teaching the material. Take his class!
Best math professor yet. Four to five exams depending on class progression, drops the lowest one. You are only graded on exams, if you do all of the homework, you will be more than ready. even then- he offers extra credit. For each mistake he has on the board, if you point him out, the entire class gets a extra credit point!We averaged 10 per exam
Builds great rapport with students, is incredibly personable, and genuinely wants to see you succeed. Has excellent teaching methods which makes calculus easy to understand, and grades based on content and whether you know the material, not memorization. Always manages to put a smile on my face. Only 8AM I'd ever take again. 100/10
By far the best math professor I have had in all my years. He absolutely cares about his students and takes his time with the lectures until everyone fully understands it. He also relates the subjects to real world examples which made me fall in love with math again. I would 100% recommend anyone to take his classes.
I really can't say anything bad about Professor Gordon. He's probably the best math professor you can get, and he has an absolute gift for teaching. You can tell that he genuinely cares about his students and what he teaches. Definitely try to take him for this class or any other class that he teaches.
Gave good reason to listen to lectures (an extra point if you catch his mistake) and made lectures easy to understand. He only gives homework to help with tests, and does not give too much. He clearly cares about students, and works with you if you need something. I would 100% recommend taking him
Mr. Gordon is a gentleman, super thankful I got calc 1 with him. He explains concepts directly and with lots of examples. 2 downsides: 1. no hw, so only test grades. 2. sometimes he goes very fast so someone has to slow him down with a question. Overall, he is the perfect teacher for calculus tho, because he is so practical and easy to understand.
Professor Gordon is a gem - makes calc 2 bearable and even fun. Engaging lectures, great rapport, and genuinely cares about student success. unstuckstudy ai is a super helpful study tool too.
I would take professor Gordon for any math class ever. He was so caring and sweet to everyone and just loved to get to know all of his students. I have very bad math anxiety and test taking anxiety and he gave me so many outlets to take my test in private which was nice. 100% worth taking!
Undoubtedly the best professor I have ever had. I wish he was my professor for every math course. Super understanding and wants everyone to succeed and wants everyone to love math.
I just want to thank Professor Gordon, I had to retake maths that were requirements that weren't counted towards my degree and he helped me through those maths as well as my college maths. I wish I had him all my life. I love math now, I'm confident and can apply all the skills, tricks and tips he has taught me. I 1000% recommend Prof. Gordon.
Had him for both Discrete (SP23) & Diff Eqs (FA23), still one of my favorite professors ever! The concepts he taught were not easy by any means but he made them seem like they are! Very engaging with students, easy to reach out to if you need help with anything. It's a disservice to yourself if you go to OCC & never take a class with him! 10/10
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