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Mathematics

Oliver Jones

MATH · MATH235 · CAL2 · MATH263 · MATH245 · MATH230 · MATH261 · MATH241 · CALC2 · CALC1 · CAL262 · MATH262 · MATH275 · MATH270 · 114 lifetime ratings

AI rating
39/100
RMP rating
2.7/5
Take again
50.63%
Difficulty
3.6

The decision

if you are strong in math, can self-study, and are comfortable with .

Best fit · Hardcore LearnerTest heavyTough graderPolarizing teachingCurves sometimesTextbook-based lectures
  • Reviews are sharply split between serious learners who feel prepared and frustrated students who describe rude communication and poor support.
  • The course is usually difficult, test-heavy, and graded by few items, so mistakes carry high risk.
  • Some students report , and strong preparation, but online reviews are especially negative.

Key questions

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Is this an easy A?

HardWork

38/100

An A is possible through strong math skills, persistence, curves, or dropped scores, but and .

Online reviews make the A feel much harder, while and second chances.

Is the course easy?

Challenging

27/100

The courses are mathematically demanding, fast, prerequisite-heavy, and often require independent study.

Both formats describe hard math content, with online students reporting less instructional support.

Is attendance flexible?

Varies

55/100

, but other comments suggest participation and class presence can matter.

In-person evidence mentions no attendance in one class, while online evidence .

Is this professor recommended?

Depends

45/100

He is recommended by students who want rigorous preparation but avoided and fair communication.

In-person recommendations are mixed, while online reviews lean strongly against taking him.

Course guide

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Grading

Strict

34/100

Students often call him a , though , and chances to improve.

Format shift

Online grading is described as harsher and more unforgiving, while .

Workload

Heavy

28/100

Students describe lots of , and heavy reliance on exams.

Format shift

Online workload centers on a few proctored tests, while , and high exam expectations.

Teaching experience

Poor

47/100

He knows the subject and prepares some students well, but many describe him as , and overly textbook-based.

Format shift

Online teaching is criticized for old lectures and poor communication, while and harsh classroom style.

Assessment method

FocusOnExams

90/100

Grades are repeatedly described as test-heavy, quiz-based, and determined by few assessments.

Format shift

Both formats are exam-heavy, with online reviews especially emphasizing proctored tests and few graded items.

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Course format

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Classroom format

In person

42 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Hardcore Learner

In-person reviews are highly polarizing, with some praising preparation and curves while many criticize rude behavior and .

Main concern

Students who need patient explanations may struggle with his fast, textbook-based style.

What students said

“Course was tough but the professor explained things well.”
MATH263
“He writes directly from the textbook and belittles you when you ask a question.”
CALC2

Remote format

Online

8 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Self Taught Pro

Online reviews are mostly negative, , and poor communication.

Main concern

, and limited support.

What students said

“mean 16.25/100, median 0/100, and .”
MATH263
“There's only 4 proctored test, notes besides pre-recorded lectures, that are not great.”
MATH235

Exam style

Know what to expect from exams and major assignments.

The because many reviews describe proctored tests, few graded items, quizzes, and .

Proctored TestsTest HeavyGraded By Few ThingsStrict GradingQuizzes

Assessment risk

Strict

25/100

Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.

In person

In-person , and dropped scores, but do not clearly prove closed-book policies.

Test HeavyWeekly QuizzesMidtermsDropped Lowest Score
“The based on the test”
MATH245
“ ”
MATH263

Online

Online reviews explicitly mention proctored tests and exam-rule enforcement, but do not clearly .

Proctored TestsExam RulesFew TestsStrict Grading
“There's only 4 proctored test”
MATH235
“He ”
MATH263

Student evidence

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Top student voice

“ if you are strong in math, can self-study, and are comfortable with .”

Voice snapshots generated from 50 reviews, highlighting key themes in , and . Credibility rating: High.

🎯 Teaching Quality

47/100

“He knows the subject well and covers the curriculum.”

⚖️

34/100

“Professor Jones is very strict with manner.”

🧪

25/100

“The based on the test so make sure you know the material.”

Theme 1

👨‍🏫 About Teaching Style

  • He teaches based off the book.
  • Course was tough but the professor explained things well.
  • and copying it to the board.

Theme 2

📈 About Difficulty & Grades

  • He can be intimidating but is very knowledgeable.
  • He grades the there.

Theme 3

⚠️ About Student Experience

  • Absolutely the online courses.
  • Very disrespectful to students.
  • if you want to learn.

Data context

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Analysis sample

50

Recent reviews read by the AI

114

Lifetime ratings

94/100

Evidence confidence

Credibility is high because 50 reviews across years include detailed and , and format differences.

Inside 50 stored ratings

Quality ratings

5 out of 529
4 out of 515
3 out of 515
2 out of 511
1 out of 544

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Reported outcomes

A range results lead the reported letter grades.

49 reported outcomes

A range

16

A+ 1 · A 14 · A- 1

B range

15

B 15

C range

4

C 2 · C- 2

D range

0

No reported values

F

0

No reported values

No letter grade reported

14

Audit/No Grade 1 · Drop/Withdrawal 4 · Incomplete 1 · Not sure yet 7 · Rather not say 1