Edgar Avelino - Langara College, Vancouver, BC

Professor: Edgar Avelino

Department: Mathematics

College: Langara College, Vancouver, BC

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: STAT1124
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He is a fun guy! I enjoyed his lectures, even though I am not really into stats... He is a tough marker though, but he cares about his students, so any time you need help - just go to his office to ask for extra help.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: STAT1124
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He's like the Mr. Hand of Langara from Fast Times at Ridgemond High, if that helps. His in-class notes are easy to follow and his tests are straightforward. getting a high grade isn't too hard, you just have to stay consistent with your work ethic. My advice for this class is the same as Edgar's: do the weekly assignments diligently!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MATH1171
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Edgar I really like him. Before I took Math course with him, in my whole life I hated function. But since I am with him, I followed his advise. Now I am the one really wants to learn more about functions. Take his course, learn from you heart. Read more ask more, do more exercise. You will be fine.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: STAT1124
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Edgar's notes are easy to follow. However, he has a very different teaching style but you can understand him. His quizzes, 2nd midterm were very challenging and that's why I found the final to be different. I had to memorize his words for my answers because he wanted so. He was not very helpful in Mac nor with the long group project assignment.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CALC1171
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Langara is known to have bad math profs but Edgar is one of the few good ones. That said you have to put A LOT of work to do well. There was way too much homework assigned and he does it to make sure you keep up but when you're taking 4 courses its too much. Offers a lot of help in his office hours and in the MAC. Also get used to the word "folks"

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MATH1171
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Edgar is one of the great instructor in Langara. Highly recommonded him.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: 1124
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

His notes are very clear. I found that studying his notes are more helpful than the text. Do the assignments they're good practice. What he constantly repeats in class is very important to remember. And if you need help or don't understand anything ask for help ASAP because if you don't you'll just get lost. Also, learn the interpretations!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: 1171
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Edgar is the MAN. He is an excellent teacher who goes out of his way to prepare you for success. His lectures are clear, his notes outstanding, he is incredibly patient and always happy to clarify and answer questions. By far the best math professor at Langara, I highly, highly recommend him. If I could take all of my math classes with him I would.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: 1171
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Went from A's in Math to barely passing Calculus I. I found Edgar condescending and rude, and some other students were too scared to ask him for help. If you're doing well or a natural math genius he's fine. I passed but should have withdrawn and tried later with a different teacher I could actually talk to.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: 1124
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He's willing to help, if you're willing to put in the effort. He knows you're trying if you go to his office hrs and MAC to ask him questions through out the semester, not after your 2nd midterm or before the final. He gives very detailed notes. It always help to review your notes before doing your assignments.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MATH1171
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Even though calculus is super boring and tough for me, Mr. Edgar really made things easier. And I didn't do well in two midterms but I managed to made it up by doing better in the final. Definitely recommend this awesome instructor.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MATH1171
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Easy to understand. Open minded. FLEXIBLE OFFICE HOUR. His class is good to go.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: STAT1124
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He's a details teacher. If you are willing to put in a ton of effort, then his assignments,quizzes, and exams are easy. His notes are basically your key to success so make sure you attend class regularly and read them dilligently. Use office hours whenever things are unclear. Revising an hour a day will lead you to success.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: STAT1124
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Good teacher, not an easy marker. If you are willing to put in a lot of time studying, you'll be ok Weekly quizzes keep you on track for the midterm. Midterms are one hour, and too long for the amount of time given. Good teacher, always willing to help. Don't buy the book, you'll have to buy statsportal which has the online book anyways.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MATH1173
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

His class is fine but you have to spend a lot of time practice in order to have a better grade. Labs and second mid-term are so hard... Good luck with that.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CALC1171
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

difficult but no surprises. all exam questions are covered in assigned practice problems/homework. i strugged in the beginning but managed to walk out with a 90%. his lectures are excellent but again, quizzes and such are very difficult. good wakeup call for high school students.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: STAT1124
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

he's a nice teacher, but you gotta attend class cuz lts of material are in copied in class. I took it in summer and he wants u to memorize every single word in order to get full mark. He's a hard marker no doubt, but if your willing ti play the memorization game then your good to go. However, I would recommend him he is a great teacher.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: STATS1124
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

If you ever struggle in his class, PLEASE ask him for help at the MAC! He is very kind and willing to help when it is needed. I struggled until I went to the MAC & ended up doing really well 2nd half of the course. Pay close attention to things repeated in class, do the practices questions, and go over your notes thoroughly! Good luck! ( :

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: STAT1124
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Nice guy, always willing to help students. Use office hours and the MAC for help, he loves it when you do :) His midterms and finals are long, he likes it when you use exact words from his notes when stating anything!! hard marker, State everything exactly like his notes

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: STAT1124
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The only way to get a FULL mark on question he throws at you is memorizing EVERY WORD of examples in your notes. I've warned you. And don't take his course if you don't like 'folks' word lol Overall, he is a nice guy and always willing to help you.