New math teacher. She will help you after class any time you need.

She was by far the most helpful and interesting math teacher I've ever had.She went out of her way to make sure her students understood the material before the tests.

the best math teacher i have ever had! yes, she can be cut throat, but she gives you the grade you deserve. she is always willing to help if u need it and she gives notes along with every SECTION that we fill out together in class. do the homework and you'll pass the tests. shes a fabulous teacher! loved her! take her if you're willing to work...

At first I didnt like her, then she grew on me, people dont like her because she is very fair, you get what you earn but she will bend over backwards trying to help you. She gave me the confidence I needed, she made me push myself, no other teacher has done that. I learned a whole lot in her class, I wish she teached higher math.

This teacher is a good...she gives you notes that you fill out together in class. I have never had a teacher that gives you handouts for every section. You get quizzes every week and they help you get ready for those hard tests. she goes out n beyond to help students in office hrs. she could be a lil intimidating because she is smart..lol

She is a great teacher, she spends a lot of time helping students during her office hours. She can be intimidating, but she can be cool once you get to know her.

best math teacher WLAC have, she is very helpful.she is not like other teachers which tell you about their life story during class and at the end of the class you learn nothing. she teach you every second of the class period. If other students said she is hard that because she push you so you can learn and pass the class.

This is a great teacher who will go out of her way to help you get through Math--if you show you're willing to put forth the effort. She will not waste her time with those who are lazy or don't show up for class. If you're a serious student, take her class otherwise do her and yourself a favor and take another Instructor.

She can be intimidating, but she is an excellent teacher nd not scary at all, she goes out of her way to make sure you understand the material. I rally enjoyed her class. Do not be late to her class, she dislikes that.

The best math professor I have had by far. She shows that she cares about her students understanding the material. It is a fast paced class, so expect her to be strict with her rules so that she can keep on track without any interruptions

she is the really good. English is not my first language but helped me a lot to understand the math wery well. i got B in precalculus in her class. she understand Math and explain that wery well. she never be tired to learn you, if you don't get it she will say it again in different ways. good luck

She explains math very clearly. Great teacher for someone who struggles with math because she explains step by step. She is a little fierce with her tone but super helpful. she moves quickly but actually teaches everything you need for following classes in a way that is easy to understand.

One of the greatest teachers i've had in my life and there are very few. She effectively explains everything and has alot of office hours incase you've missed information. Overall i rate her an A plus

Coolest math professor ever. Has character, and teaches with clarity. Very helpful. I would take her again if given the opportunity.

She is the best math professor I ever had. She explain great. Gives packages. However you need to be dedicaded for homework. quiz every thrusday. I got a B

She is a great professor and provides helpful notes and study guides for her exams. She gives quizzes every Thursday. If you can't handle someone who is ready to get busy and work, then I would strongly advise you not to take her. For anyone who has complained, you're morons and probably don't have enough self-discipline as a college student.

I took her for Math125 and she's the best Math teacher i ever had....very clear with the material, and very helpfull with her tutoring hours after class

She is an awesome teacher, shes so caring about students, if you have questions she'll answer them... and she helps us with the homework if we have questions... she does them on the board... however, she doesn't add students during the first day.

class is never a bore she is open to questions if your dont understand. Very helpful, highly rec. going to office hours,do hw, and get good grades on quizzes, she gives reviews and answers before exams! do reviews and study= good grades on exams! HW&quizzes help keep grades up. show u care and u will be rewarded

Swaminathan is easily one of the best math teachers I have ever had. Super clear and very helpful, STAY UP WITH THE HOMEWORK and ask questions and you should have no problem passing. I really hope I get to take her again in the calc series.

I took trig and precalc with her. she's a really great teacher. her class is really easy to pass if you do (and understand) all the homework. the weekly quizzes are based off the homework too so its in your best interest to do the hw. you're always open at office hours. just make you know what you want to ask before you go in.

She is wonderful professor to take math. She is very forward with most of the material. Yes she is hard but you have to understand that Calculus 2 is a difficult subject to comprehend. I believe she does a great job to try and solve any questions that someone has. Do your hw and you will pass all the test and quizzes

By far the best math teacher ever! I took her for Math 125 and for Math 241 and I am eager to be taking her again for math 236. She takes her job seriously and is always willing to help if you're willing to put forth the effort. Quizzes and tests are based of the hw so it'd be smart to complete all assignments. Class is only hard if you don't try!

By far the best math teacher ever! I took her for Math 125 and for Math 241 and I am eager to be taking her again for math 236. She takes her job seriously and is willing to help if you're willing to put forth the effort. Quizzes and tests are based of the hw so it'd be smart to complete all assignments. Class is only hard if you don't try!

She is thorough, organized and to the point. Do ALL of the homework, she assigns it for a reason. Not the most approachable outside of office hours. If you have any bad mathematical habits, she will help you break them.

Professor Swaminathan is a knowledgeable person and this helps students to learn from her. She is clear in transferring information and a fair teacher with a great sense of humor. She is a great teacher and always there for all students who want to learn.

I really liked taking Calculus with Swaminathan. Sure in the beginning she seems hard and scares students, but she does it to get students to care more about the class and work harder themselves. Calculus is a hard subject to learn. Having a good teacher helps but its all up to the students to study hard. Her tests are easier than the homeworks!!

This class was hard but she breaks everything down to the T. When you email her she will email you back within a hour or two. Office hours are good. Just do your part as the student to study hard and you will make it in the class.

She's really helpful, and she makes sure to thoroughly explain everything. I liked her teaching style a lot, she walks you through how to do things the first time, and then gives the class a few problems, and walks around and helps you figure it out. Cares a lot about her students.

I say attendance is non-mandatory, but lets be honest, it's calculus. If you don't come to class you get lost quickly. She thoroughly understands the concepts she teaches in this class, which I appreciate greatly. It allows for much greater learning. The lectures are amazing in that they explain the material very concisely. Tough but very fair.

Calculus is not my favorite subject, actually, math is something I try to avoid! Professor Swaminathan was willing and able to provide the assistance I needed for the course. You will have difficulty in this and in any calculus course if your foundation in algebra is rocky, as was mine. If you are willing to put in the work you will be successful.

If you hate math don't take her, she's amazing gives you a lot information its a tough class, but her lectures are amazing pay attention take good notes, study, and show up you'll pass. She's really nice to, has office hours if you need it

Great professor. She has high expectation of her students and moves through material very quickly. If you stay on top of your homework and come to her when struggling she's is more than happy to help. Thought I wasn't going to pass but I did.

Gives partial credit on test and quizzes. Drops the lowest test grade and replaces it with the final grade if its higher than the lowest test. Doesn't give lots of homework, and she collects it at the end of the chapter. Her quizzes and tests are straight out of homework. Do homework and you will do fine. Takes her time to explain things.

Shes a wonderful math professor

Swam. never judges her students for not understanding, she always encourages questions, she always stays up to date with the class' comprehension level (meaning in the midst of a lecture she'll ask if she's moving to fast or if there were specific problems on the test that many got incorrect she'll go over it) and OFFICE HOURS use to advantage:)

She's an amazing math professor, she's very clear and organized and she'll make sure that you understand everything

If you start to struggle in her class go to her Office hours. Going will improve math skills and along with test scores. Everything she says that is important and will see again is 100% true. She wants her students to succeed not to fail her class. If you do the homework and go to her office hours you will be passing her class. Always show up!

I really struggled in math in highschool and came in scared to fail, but material was clear and test/quizzes were exactly like the homework and notes. Enjoyed the class overall and I ended up passing ! She will help you understand the material

Professor Swaminathan is honestly one of THE BEST professors I've EVER HAD. She cares so much about her students, and really wants you to do well. This class is EXTREMELY difficult, and requires A LOT of studying , but she offers her office hours to help you out. I STRONGLY ADVISE to use the tutors in the learning center, AND use her office hours.

Prof Swaminathan is a good professor but dont expect a lot of warmth of humor from the class. She is available every day for office hours to help you so take advantage of that. Quizzes each week, four tests, and final make up the class. Its not an easy A but if you put in some work each day and stay on top of the class, you will get a good grade.

Ms. Swaminathan was honestly the reason I got through my first semester of college. Was the most kind and understanding professor, anyone can have. doesn't go too fast and can go into more depth if you don't understand a topic. she doesn't make you feel dumb and she is very caring. She offers office hours and is very helpful.

Honestly the best math professor I've taken in college. Doesnt require too much homework; finish it everyday so it doesn't build up. She prints out packets for most chapters to make it easier, quizzes pulled from homework. Office hours are extremely helpful! She really cares about her students as long as you show you are also putting in the work.

She has a lot of patience.

In class and online was really nothing different she teaches the same in both environments. Pay attention to her lectures and you will pass. if you have difficulty with math strongly recommend taking her she will work with you to understand. textbook mainly used for homework. Tests follow the Lecture she gives.

I took her class during the shift to online classes due to the pandemic, really understanding professor who knows how to teach the material. You can't go wrong with her.

Pros: I personally liked that she pre-recorded the lectures by doing a voice recording while writing on a hand-out. Gives you time to pause and take notes. She noticed that the textbook homework AND the XYZ HW being due simultaneously wasn't the best, so she made the textbook HW extra credit. Cons: Math can be tricky. Ask questions if needed!

Why is this professor's ratings not higher?! This is the best calculus class I have taken. I took this course 2 other times and failed. With Professor Swaminatan, I GOT A HIGH A! Go to every class, watch the online lecture videos, and actually do the homework!! Homework is annoying but you'll thank me later when you don't have to study for exams.

Vidya is an awesome professor. If you actively participate, and show that you really care she will be considerate of that. There is a lot of hw but it's important to complete it as it will be very similar to the material on the tests. Lectures are pre-recorded, which helps tremendously. Has her master's in mathematics so definitely knows her stuff.

Excellent teacher very helpful. She responds to email. She gives you the opportunity to learn at your pace . Very communicative and she listens to her students. She always looking to see how she can help her students succeed. I can keep going on and on she is simply just a great teacher!

The course took a lot of work but she was there to help. The homework was not bad, she would provide lecture videos to complete hw. During class we did classwork that counted for our grade. The quizzes were not bad if you really studied the problems. She times you a lot but it isn't too bad. Truly enjoyed calculus in her class.

First, this is not an easy A. I got a B, and to be honest I deserved it. Now did I learn trigonometry, absolutely. Her approach definitely prepared me for PreCalculus and Calculus. Don't be scared, be dedicated. She really will work with you, TRUST ME! Just don't play the victim card. Nothing is free in this world, we all got to pay with hard work.

Prof. Swaminathan..is truly a Great Teacher

Strict about using only methods she teaches. gives classwork with 5 min to upload. she drops the 5 lowest scores & you get credit as long as you turn something in. She's fair, cares about students, listens to feedback and is willing to accommodate needs by pushing back due dates. Exams are similar to classwork, no tricks.