3.7

William Saltsman

Mathematics - Broward College (all campuses)

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He is a nice professor

COLLEGEALGEBRA - 5.0 rating

Saltsman he is great honestly he is

MAT1033 - 5.0 rating
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COLLEGEALGEBRA
Dec 9, 2004

He is a nice professor!! He makes you like MATH if you don't like it!!! he is nice person!!

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MAC
Mar 29, 2005

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MAT1033
Jun 6, 2005

I honestly think that Professor Saltsman is a very hard working teacher who helps students understand math in a way that you could not believe how easy math could be. So if you dont understand math take Prof.Saltsman he is great honestly he is. Sincerly D.W

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MAT1033
Jun 8, 2005

this is a very good teacher he drops your lowest grade and replaces your lowest score with the final if its better so it counts twice and he is always there for help! bad thing is he keeps you in class the whole time. Otherwise he's good and understandable i failed his class though because of laziness. professor Saltman you rock.

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MAC1140
Jun 15, 2005

His tests come directly from the hmwk, however he does not teach the material. If you can't teach yourself fm the bk, then I do not recommend taking him. He is a bit boring but really nice. Keep up with the hmwk and you should be ok. It isn't easy but isn't hard.

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PRECALCULUS
Jul 27, 2005

Extremely nice guy, tests are right from the homework, always willing to help his students, great math teacher, i would recommend him to anyone.

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PRECALCULUS
Aug 8, 2005

This professor teaches opposite to what the norm is.First the homework is done,then where you have difficulties,you ask questions in the next class. Prof will then go over every questionable problem. He explains thoroughly and patiently. His exams are very fair and he grades accordingly.I really enjoyed his southern laid back approach to teaching.

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PRECAL
Aug 9, 2005

He is a very good teacher. He makes math very approachable. If you attend class and listen, you can pass his class with ease. He's very realistic and objective with the grades. I enjoyed his class very much.

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MAC1140
Aug 11, 2005

Just do your homework to get an A on tests. First, study homework. Then ask questions about it. It is very easy to pass that course. Tests are so easy yo won't believe it. Highly recommended.

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MAT1033
Aug 16, 2005

very nice personality. he is not a "TEACHER". he dosent teach at at all. justs assigns homework. the next class(for the entire class) is spent reviewing homework questions. review for tests(dont count on it) would not recommend

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MAC1140
Aug 25, 2005

Wonderful man great teacher. No tricks on tests no games no family talks just pure mathematics. If you study the homework he gives you there is no way you can fail. With him no stress just smiles.

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MAC1105
Oct 20, 2005

NO TEACHING WHAT SO EVER!!!!!! Only assigns homework!! DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS.

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MAT1033
Nov 29, 2005

Prof. Saltsman obviously understands math very well but the way he teaches so slowly it makes you lose track of what is going on. He does drop your lowest test grade tho and lets the final take place of another test grade if it will help you. Easy class if you know what your doing already.

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MAT1033
Dec 5, 2005

He is boring but its easy to get an A in his class! He doesn't really teach that much, you have to use the book to learn! However, he doesn't take attendance, doesn't check homework, and all grades come from the tests. But he drops your lowest test score, and gives partial credit on tests if you rewrite the problem. ITS HARD TO FAIL HIS CLASS!

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MAT1033
Dec 5, 2005

He doesn't teach! If you are bad in math, don't take this class! Soooo confusing! He talks so slow, you're lucky you get through 3 problems within 1 1/2 hours!

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MAT1033
Feb 17, 2006

BORING!!! he takes the whole hour to do 4 examples... 5 if ur lucky. when he explains the problems he goes over EVERY step... which is very helpfull if ur terrible at math. i personaly would finish the problem b4 he was a quarter of the way thru n took a nap n still woke up b4 he was done...

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MAT1033
May 9, 2006

Very slow but easy to pass.

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PRECAL
Jun 22, 2006

He doesnt take att. and has no max absence. Don't go and teach yourself or go and teach yourself. I chose the former after attending two weeks every day and not learning a thing. So I just spent my time in the tutor lab read the book and took his tests.But if you need a math prof that holds yourhand he is not for u. I finished with an A. EZ TESTS!

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MAT1105
Jul 14, 2006

45 minutes to go over 2 homework problems! That's all he does is assign homework and then the next day he reviews maybe 3 problems if he is moving fast. He starts examples on one side of the board then draws a line to the opposite side of the board to continue, then draws a line to the next portions next to the first.... etc. F-

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MAT1033
Jul 17, 2006

He looks and talks like a fat Napoleon Dynamite. He spends an hour on one HW question from the night before! So, technically he does'nt lecture what's on the HW and teaches it the next day! He is slow, impossible to understand, BORING!! And he wonders why people get up and leave in the middle of class! If you are retarded then, take him!!

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LIBARTS2
Jul 18, 2006

boring!!! but will answer all your questions no matter how many times u ask. tests are easy. bring something to do during his class they are long and boring. if u can stay half awake u will pass, but if not dont take him

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BUSINESSCALC
Jul 25, 2006

Be concerned about the way at which he approaches the subjects we need to learn for the class. He mainly provides each class with a new homework assignment each class, and for the following class u are allowed to ask questions if any. I find that he has no planed curriculum or lesson for each day. The worst part to all this is he gives no basis for

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COLLEGEALGEBRA
Aug 11, 2006

Boring class! I didn't show up for almost a week and I still did well (I'm lucky like that) but the rest of the class didn't do as hot without trying. You'll have to teach yourself and try not to fall asleep in class. Tests are easy (10 questions from the homework) and final is 10 questions from the other tests. Take if you don't mind being bored.

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MAC1105
Aug 11, 2006

It takes him 20-30 mins to do one problem. You will not go over any new information on the day he assigns it because he does not leave himself any time. So you get to teach yourself and you better hope you are good at it because when he does finally get to the information he will only have time to do 2 or 3 problems. He is boring and terrible!!!

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MGF1107
Aug 11, 2006

the sweetest person ever easy class and easy test b/s they all come from the exercises we do in class yes he is boring but come on this class is so easy and im so bad at math i got an A and i even miss one of the test and in the others i got like 75 and 80 but he drop the lowest score of the 4 tests,he is easy grading

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MAC1105
Aug 14, 2006

takes forever to do a single problem that at times becomes annoying but his thouroghness pays off on test days. also gives partial credit

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MTB1310
May 8, 2007

He was one of the most helpful professors and he conveys his knowledge well.

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MATH003
Jun 22, 2007

Professor is extremely talkative, but teaching methods work.

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MAC1105
Jun 25, 2007

He rambled alot. was not clear. I went to the mathlab almost every time it was open and still on test day would look at his tests and be like what is this? I showed the lab tutors his test and they said even they would have gotten confused. He hand writes in his tests in big handwriting and in cursive. He does not teach, instead he wants you t

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MFG1108
Jun 26, 2007

Mr Saltsman is a great teacher; well spoken and precise. He explains everything thoroughly and his tests are a breeze. Highly recommended!

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MAT1107
Jul 2, 2007

vERY GOOD TEACHER. IF YOU ATTEND CLASS THERE IS NO WAY TO FAIL. I WISH I COULD HAVE TAKEN ALL MY CLASSES WITH HIM.

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MATH1107
Jul 5, 2007

He was my savior in exempting the Math CLAST Part. I needed a B average to exempt the Math Part. I got an A average in his Math class. I wished he taught STA2023 & College Algebra. Very Good teacher I recommend him to anyone.

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MGF1106
Aug 20, 2007

He's a great professor. He lets you know what is going to be covered on the test. The test is only ten questions. He makes sure you understand the material before he moves on. He really cares about the students. If you need an easy A take him.

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MGF1107
Aug 30, 2007

The teacher is easy but sometimes its hard to understand him it takes him a while to explain one problem but he is thourgh this is my second time taking him. he is good for people who is not to strong in math.

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MAC2313
Dec 11, 2007

He only assigned 3-6 easy problems for each section and the tests were even easier. Even then it took him half an hour to solve each problem. Take him for an easy A or if you need someone to hold you hand while he shows you what (-1)*(-1) is. No kidding.

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MGF1107
May 1, 2008

I recommend him to anyone who's not a math person. Trust me I hate math. I don't pass my math classes I always withdrawl. At 1st I was, I am so glad I didnt, I got a B in his 1107 class. Now I dont have to take the clast.

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MAC1105
May 18, 2008

Very confusing and unorganized teaching style. He confused me about concepts I had previously learned in previous math courses and made learing new concepts even more confusing. He takes the most simple concept and over explains it to the point to where he leaves the class feeling confused. I do not recommend!

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MGF1106
Jun 2, 2008

I do so horrible in math. This was my First A ever! Only take him if you are bad at math like me. The ppl who don't need the extra help got frustrated in class. IF you need help please take him & you can't fail.

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MAC1105
Jul 22, 2008

easy a! must do all homework which is not a problem b/c he doesn't assign very much. tests are directly from homework and classwork.

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MAC2311
Aug 3, 2008

He is an intelligent person, calculus is a very difficult subject. He spends an excessive amount of time on each proof. But if you pay attention and follow you'll understand. I would RECOMMEND him to anyone who needs calculus.

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MAC1105
Aug 4, 2008

Excellent teaching ability. Will take again if he teaches higher math courses!

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MAC1105
Aug 11, 2008

Cool professor and takes time to explain the problem. Th tests are easy as long as you do the problems for the homework. The professor is willing to help after class if you have any math problems you do not understand. I never thought I would say this but I am going to miss this math class.

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MAC1105
Aug 27, 2008

THIS TEACHER IS BORING BUT ITS MATH WAT CAN U EXPECT. PUT HE IS SO HELPFUL ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS ASK..VERY FLEXIBLE ABOUT MISSING DAYS JUST HAVE A REALLY GOOD EXCUSE. RECOMMENED TO EVERYONE

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MAC1105
Nov 11, 2008

very helpful teacher! knows his stuff. he is very nice and isn't strict about attendance but as long as you go everyday and do homework you should be in good shape. he goes over homework daily and tests are not multiple choice. i recommend him to anyone who struggles with math!

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MGF1107
Dec 4, 2008

OMG! He is great. I have never been good when it cmes to math and he makes me feel brillant. I have never had a math class that I got an easy A in. I do admit that he is a bit repetitve but it helps. If you go toclass and do the homework its an easy A.

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MGF1106
Jan 22, 2009

Math class was soooo boring sometimes because he is repetitive, but it is good practice for the tests. He is a very nice guy and is willing to give extra help to all that need it and ask. I recommend him.

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MAC2233
Apr 18, 2009

Professor saltsman is a great professor his is very helpful and amkes sure everybody would understand the material. This class is not a easy class, you have to do HW to pass his test, all the test is base on the HW. So study and you should get a A or B in this class.

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MTB1310
May 18, 2009

The professor is very clear and takes his time explaining the material. He gives 4 test and 1 final. out of the 4 test he drops the lowest and also drops the lowest out of the 3 test and doubles the final exams test if it help. i would recommend this professor, especially for math.

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MGF1106
May 30, 2009

Such a sweet heart...He truly cares about his students and wants them to pass. Will go out of his way to help if you need it. Very repetitive and that helps retain the information. A++++ teacher.

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MAC1105
Jun 26, 2009

Very nice teacher, I don't like math at all since its my worse subject but if you try hard he sees that you are trying your best he will give you a decent grade. Very repetitive but he wants to make sure you understand. Do your homework b/c its actually going to be on the test and the final is actually the tests that you have done. Good Professor!

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MAC2233
Jun 26, 2009

Highly recommended!!! He actually makes one enjoy math. Never imagined I could pass Calulus. Prof. Saltsman made that possible.

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MAC1114
Jul 2, 2009

Great reviews, and might be a good teacher, but HORRIBLE FOR TRIGONOMETRY.. PLEASE DONT TAKE TRIGONOMETRY with him. It's been 4 days since class started and from 40 we are down to 25.. Im dropping/withdrawing as we speak!!He takes 1h 45min explaining 1 problem, then in 5min teach the next section.. like wth?? when asked Qs, he replies"sorry" 4days.

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MAC1114
Aug 4, 2009

He is very nice professor and cares alot for his students but he spends alot of time going over homework problems rather than covering new material, those students can get help elsewhere instead of using up the classtime.. he drops a test grade and allows a final to replace one and the test cant get any easier STRAIGHT out of the HW Easy A if u try

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MAC1105
Aug 13, 2009

THE BEST TEACHER EVER!!! I was HORRIBLE in math and I passed with a B!! He is an amazing teacher and actually LOVES what he does! Would totally Recommend!

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MAT1033
Nov 4, 2009

Really slow teacher, spends way too much time on a single problem. I am excellent at math, and on days when I did go to class, he totally confused me. If your retarded at math then take this professor, if your average or above DO NOT!! He drops the lowest test grade, but he DOES NOT GIVE OUT STUDY GUIDES FOR THE TESTS which makes them really hard.

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MAT1033
Nov 6, 2009

No multiple choice here. You must show your work on the tests. He drops lowest grade. Spends all his time going over homework problems. Do your homework and you will do fine. Good over all and very clear

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MAT1033
Dec 2, 2009

I took this class because to prepare myself for college algebra. This professor is sweet he really cares about the students but in all honesty he shouldn't be teaching college students. I think he may be autistic. He got really angry at most of the students. Very unprofessional. I took him because of the ratings from here. Did not like him at all.

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MAT1033
Dec 15, 2009

I've never been a math person. I thought that by having a professor who takes you step by step would help, but it was too slow. Math doesn't always click, but even I know some basics. A lot of time was spent on one problem, and I learn by seeing multiple examples. Nice guy, just went too slow.

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MAT1033
Apr 24, 2010

VERY easy only five test of only ten questions. he drops the lowest test grade and he doesn't take attendance

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MAT1033
Apr 27, 2010

Other than teaching a bit slow and going over EVERY single step to a problem, you have to appreciate the fact that he teaches ALL THE STEPS so for a person who sucks at math, all A's on his tests are possible :). 10 question tests that come from homework assignments so get the gist of what you learned from each chapter. A's in math are possible wit

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MAC2311
Jun 3, 2010

He is an EXCELLENT professor!!! I've waited 2 years just to take him bc his classes were always fulled, thats how good and great of a teacher he is!!! Do yourself a favor and take the Saltman!!

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MAT1033
Aug 5, 2010

EASY!! He is the best! If you want to get an A you have to take his class. He is very clear and explains everything if we dont understand something! Tests are super easy!!! Best math teacher ever!!!!

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MAC1106
Aug 11, 2010

I took him for summer. teacher is extremely easy. do the hw and the tests are easy. multiple choice in fact. He talks like Ben Stein, very monotone but is helpful. Takes forever on 1 problem. wouldn't recommend him if you fall asleep easily.

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MAT1033
Aug 12, 2010

he is very easy and teachers so slow but he DOES NOT prepare you for the final at all!!!! this was my second time taking this class and now i have to take it again! thanks to not being prepared

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MAC1140
Nov 10, 2010

Professor Saltsman is a very nice guy.His teaching method is so clear.One of the best math teachers. He's kind of slow but worth it.

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MAC1140
Dec 19, 2010

take him he is the best teacher. pre calc is not an easy class but i was lazy hardley did any homework and still pulled of a B in his class. all his exams are 10 questions and he tells u exactly what will be on the test there are no surpurises.....take him and u can fail

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MAC1140
Dec 19, 2010

i meant take him and u cant fail the class. also attendance is not mandatory which is a plus

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MAC2233
Mar 17, 2011

He's a good person at heart ,but he is too slow. He takes forever on one problem and rushes through the last 10-15 minutes to teach the new lesson. Some of the test problem seems like something you was not prepared for because he doesn't give study sheet. You must do the homework and know it 100% so you won't have to guest (A-b-OR C). Good luck.

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MAC2023
Apr 6, 2011

he's HORRIBLE! Doesn't teach so ur on ur own. Does not give lesson, only shows how to work a few problems. The test are only 10 questions and they are DIFFICULT! I'm an A student but this is the only C I've ever gotten! Worst teacher ever!

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MAC2233
May 16, 2011

not an easy A, you either the material or do a educated guess. I'm sure there are worse teachers than him.

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MGF1107
May 19, 2011

He's a good professor. Goes step by step with problems. A tad boring, but when you go to him for help or pay attention, you can do well on his tests. Tests usually 10-12 questions, if you go to him before the test he'll tell you exactly what's on the test.

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MAT1107
May 26, 2011

He is sooooo boring he can't teach don't take him. He takes forever on one problem and his tests are multiple choice but only 10 questions. I'm taking him for summer A and he sucks. I ADVISE YOU DON'T TAKE HIM

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MATH1107
Jun 15, 2011

Great teacher!

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MGF1107
Aug 10, 2011

He takes a while to explain a problem, do homework or teach but when he gets there he's clear on his explanations. I took him over the summer for 6 weeks and got an A, and i'm terrible at Math! Take him if you're patient!

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MGF1107
Aug 13, 2011

Take him if you can't stand math and are just trying to get the required credits. All classwork is directly relevant to the tests. 12 questions, 3 choices each. Easy. Boring, monotonous, and redundant, but it's an easy A if you just sit and take notes.

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MTB1310
Aug 25, 2011

This is an easy A. All you have to do is go to class, take notes and do the homework. He gets questions from the homework and uses them on the tests. I hate studying and I loved his class. He explains everything clearly and takes his time. He can be boring but he's a good professor. Easy A!

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MAT0018
Nov 3, 2011

GREAT TEACHER!!! EXTREMELY HELPFUL AND VERY NICE AND UNDERSTANDING. ATTENDANCE HE DOESNT TAKE AND UR GRADES ARE BASED ON HIS 4 TESTS AND THE FINAL. HE DOES NOT GIVE HONMEWORK BUT HE SENDS YOU HOME WITH PRACTICE AND HE IS VERY PATIENCE AND MAKES U UNDERSTAND THE WORK.

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MATH2233
Nov 9, 2011

easy to learn but beware have to be very patient with him. he tend to repeat everything atleast 5 times but other then that he is easy going

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MAC1105
Dec 14, 2011

He is a good professor explaining things as many times as needed. In comparison with other professors he is straight forward with assignments letting you know what you suppose to learn. His tests are very easy just do the homework. Also, do not miss the classes before the tests because he is going to tell what you are going to be tested on.

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MAC1105
Jan 17, 2012

Easy teacher, easy class. Never did my homework or studied for a test and I passed with a B.

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MAC1105
May 6, 2012

He's an excellent professor. He is patient and takes his time to go over every single question. All you need to do is go to class and do the homework and you'll have an A.

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MAT0028
May 15, 2012

YOU HAVE TO TEACH YOURSELF the only good thing is that homework and labs are not mandatory

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MATH1105
Jul 24, 2012

he is amazing, slow, repetitive but all to your advantage. He tells you exactly what to study.

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MGF1106
Sep 10, 2012

Hwe is patient,slow, repetitive but all to your advantage. He tells you exactly what to study and he goes over every thing. He teaches in his own way there is no short cut to the promblem he does it the long way, but you will pass. If you don't get an A something is wrong with you.

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MAC1105
Dec 11, 2012

He is such a sweetheart. He repeats himself alot but other than that he is a awesome teacher

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MAC1140
Dec 16, 2012

Incredibly boring. Doesn't explain the problems; he only works them out. I got more help and interest out of Youtube videos. I don't recommend him at all.

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MAC1105
Aug 11, 2013

This Professor is nice but horrible at teaching! He was late to every class. I had to teach myself by reading from the book. I definitely did NOT get my monies worth .... If I could fire him I would! He repeats himself OVER and OVER and OVER,and kind of has a stutter.He spends the entire class going over the homework from the prior class.Got an A+

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MAC1114
Dec 17, 2013

This guy is something else.His tests are multiple choice,12 questions,only three options for answers:A,B,or C.No idea what he is doing.He spent two classes talking about the syllabus.TWO CLASSES. Super easy A.Learn Nothing.100 on first test.Swaps highest test for lowest score.Left halfway through semester.Guild became new professor.(He's Awesome)

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