Randy Nichols - Delta College, University Center, MI

Professor: Randy Nichols

Department: Mathematics

College: Delta College, University Center, MI

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MATH121
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

This is for MTH122. The class is structured to where the final grade is 80% tests and quizzes, and 20% homework. Everyone in my class seems to be struggling. Common denominator? That would be the professor. It's not rocket science, its freshman level algebra, this should not be this difficult. I will most likely have to drop this class tomorrow.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MTH161
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Randy is a very good teacher, and you can tell that he is very passionate about math. He says at the start of the semester that you will have "pop quizzes" but there is a fair warning to them if you listen to what he says in class. DO THE HOMEWORK! His test are difficult, but he does give partial credit for problems.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MTH161
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Randy made the tough concepts of calculus easy! He taught at an easy to follow pace and gave excellent notes. The example problems he would do in class and put on the practice exam were pretty close to the problems he would use for the exam so you would know what to expect. I would recommend Randy to everyone!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MTH151
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Not by any means an easy teacher, but very helpful. I definitely effectively learned a lot in this class and would take another class of his in the future. Prepares you well for the tests and helps you understand the material.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MTH119
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took Randy for trig and pre calc. He's a tough grader and I've never seen him grade on a curve and he says he rarely gives extra credit. There's occasional pop quizzes but you kind of know when they're coming. He actually teAches really well but you have to make sure to always be prepared and not fall behind.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MATH121
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Very tough grader. If you don't show every single step of a problem, you get no credit, even if it is the correct answer.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: FA160
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

First test was 4X the amount of points, and he switched up the problems. did so bad it would have ruined my gpa if i stayed

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CALC1
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Randy is a good teacher overall, but he is very demanding. I remember him blowing up at my class for not answering a question. He gives a lot of homework and will give you 0 on it even if it is 85% done. The practice tests are nothing like the exams, but the exams are exactly like what he does on the boards. I will never take him again.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MTH097
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Randy is an excellent professor. He is very blunt which I think some people may find off putting, but I find it to be a great attribute for a mathematics professor. He is very passionate about about the subject. Ask questions if you do not understand the subject matter because he tends to lecture at a quick pace.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MATH115116
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I have had Randy for both MTH 115 and 116. He is, by far, my favorite math teacher I have ever had. He will make you work for your grade, but in the process you will learn a lot. He is truly there for you and class is enjoyable even though the material isn't always easy or enjoyable. I would recommend Randy for a class if you're willing to work.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MTH097
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I'm not sure why Randy has such a bad review. Obviously math sucks but for some reason he really loves the subject. He teaches in a way that it seems easier, and if you don't get it he is more than willing to show more examples to help. Sometimes he has "pop quizzes" but he tells you the only days he will possibly spring them on you. Great teacher.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MTH161
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I didn't like Randy at all. He was rude and expected you to already know everything. Would not recommend.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MTH097
• Grade Received: Audit/No Grade
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He was a very mean teacher to my class because some people didn't fully understand. He would discuss a students grade in front of the class and is a big fan of board work l, leaving you with no notes for homework. Half my class dropped out, myself included. And his tests are nothing like homework or class work.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MTH121TRIG
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took Randy for Trigonometry and I absolutely loved his class! I am not very good at math but I felt he really taught the class well. I wouldn't skip his class though otherwise you can get far behind and then it's difficult to come back. His test were pretty tough too!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MTH161
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Randy is a great teacher. He covers all of the material in class and goes into great detail to make sure you understand the problems. The homework and practice tests are the material he covers on his exams. Would definitely recommend!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MTH121
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you are engaged in his lectures, you're more likely to pass. I love his learning style, but it's not for everyone.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MTH151
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Exams don't reflect homework, pre-tests, or class lectures. Teacher is a tough grader. Not a lot of extra help. "Flying blind" is the best way to describe the class.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MTH151
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is a nice guy but get ready for long and boring lectures. The tests are pretty hard and if you need help you have to ask him. your going touse the book for home work but not much else.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: 098MTH
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Randy was not the best teacher I've ever had. He wasn't very helpful, and when we did board work, if you ask for help, he usually just came to your area, changed the things you did wrong and expected you to know. He is a tough grader, the tests are hard, and his notes weren't very good. Better study the book and not ask for help.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: FA120
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I love Randy! I'm not sure why, I've heard a few students in my Trig class with him saying they don't like him. But I think he's absolutely hilarious and I love the way he teaches. I'll probably be taking one of his classes again!