Aliasghar Alikhani-Koopae - Pennsylvania State University - Berks, Berks, PA

Professor: Aliasghar Alikhani-Koopae

Department: Mathematics

College: Pennsylvania State University - Berks, Berks, PA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MATH220
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Hes the toughest grader I have ever seen. I did not understand the way he solved examples on his notes so I looked up how to do it on youtube. I applied the knowledge I got from the videos and tried to apply it to the quizzes. I got most answers right but he took off points because it was not the way he liked it. Very hard to get ahold of him too.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MATH220
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The course is designed poorly (online course), professor Alikhani-Koopae only shares a PDF with vague notes that lack good explanations and examples. He shares some videos regarding the main topics before quizzes; homework can be extensive. The professor tends to be rude when exchanging emails.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MATH250
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is a really great professor. His class is sometimes hard to follow if you do not pay enough attention, but anyway he will post the notes. The class is not that hard, but you do need to work for it. Finishing the homework is generally not enough. Make sure you do every single questions in the notes by hand.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MATH141
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I loved Dr. Alikhani! Although he did not use curves, his test were easier than the ones I've seen in Math 140. Yes, you must study and do the homework to do well, but I got a 99 and a 98 on the only two exams of the semester. If he doesn't post the notes, email him or else he'll give your class a quiz every week.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MATH141
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Alikhani is a good professor. Tests range from average to semi-difficult. WileyPLUS homework is annoying but not a deal breaker. Teaching style is interesting, but you get used to it. This class is challenging, requires a lot of effort on the students part and is not for the faint of heart, but Alikhani is a solid choice for it.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CALC141
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He's a friendly guy, but most of the class was online and the site we used (wileyplus) was horrendous. We did 2 quizzes in class along with 3 tests. All the homework and approximately 5 quizzes were done online.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MATH140
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Alikhani is a great professor. He's hilarious and incredibly smart. If you ever need help, see him during office hours. He helped me a lot during office hours. The WileyPlus homework and quizzes are very difficult. Exams are really difficult but I did well on them. To study, just rewrite your notes. Make sure you can do every problem easily.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MATH220
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

My 2nd class with Dr A, and I have to say that hes still a pretty decent professor. Sometimes he can be a bit unclear in his lectures, but if you go back and read the notes he posts online it will begin to make some sense. His tests are taken directly from his notes and are usually pretty fair. Keep up with the homework, go to class, and youll pass

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MATH140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This professor talks way too fast and I could never keep up with him. Calc is so hard as is.. and he doesn't make it easy for anyone.. I dropped this class because of him. He makes you feel dumb for asking questions. Take someone else or take this course somewhere else.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MATH140
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This is a tough class and a tough subject. This professor is one of the better ones for it. Be prepared to work extremely hard to earn your grade. The lectures are long and kinda fast paced, but the professors jokes keep it somewhat bearable. "There will be a math test to get into heaven." - Professor Alikhani

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MATH141
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Alikhani is a great professor. He posts all his notes online and usually uses those examples in the quizzes or tests. There is no required homework for his class, but if you don't take the time to do it, you will struggle. He is a very nice, friendly, speaks english very well and is absolutely hilarious. I'm hoping i can take him again soon.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MATH141
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

"All mathematicians are going to Hell" - Alikhani. Great class atmosphere throughout the semester I had with Prof Alikhani. His lectures can be a tad long. He manages to keep his students' attention through his jokes. Quizzes are often and grading is fair. Tests are a bit tough. Final exam was written by a more difficult professor and it showed.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: 140
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took his class and had to drop. Class is strictly example problems the whole time, but he does not understand how to explain problems because he is a master at it. If you ask a question don't expect a better explanation. I retook calc with GARZA and he was a much better teacher. If you want to pass, don't take him unless you can teach yourself

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MATH140
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Alikhani is an extremely fair professor when it comes to the end of the semester and I'm more than grateful to have had him.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MATH141
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Alikhani has a really good personality that makes his class fun. However, with curriculum requirements, he teaches extremely fast. It is a very difficult calc class and it takes a lot of studying to pass. The tests are 6-8 questions worth 15-20 points each. I love the guy, but the class is brutal.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MATH141
• 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:

I learned math and I enjoyed the class. Dr. Alikhani is the teacher who teaches mathematics passionately and creates an environment that you enjoy the class.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MATH140
• 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:

Very helpful and a good professor. He cares about his students.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MATH251
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

The best professor at PSU Berks.He is very helpful and a pleasant person. I found his class very interesting.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MATH140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Alikhani is a really good professor. You will definitely learn alot if you take his class. He is always availabe during office hours and is willing to answer any questions you may have. Attendence is not mandatory, but you learn alot in one class, so you shouldn't miss. His class is not easy but he helps you along the way if you need it.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MATH140
• 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:

Dr. Alikhani is an amazing professor. I enjoyed his teaching method and for the first time learned some serious mathematics. Take his class, good choice.