Chuck Rocca - Western Connecticut State University, Danbury, CT

Professor: Chuck Rocca

Department: Mathematics

College: Western Connecticut State University, Danbury, CT

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MAT272
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

The man is horrid in how the class is ran. The class revolves around doing the same procedure over and over which would only be one or two questions on the test and homework assignment. He expects 6 hr out of class a week and expects you to use it on the homework assignment all due on the day of the exam but you'll use it to teach yourself.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MAT110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Rocca is a smart guy. I took him awhile ago for Great Ideas in Math, and though some challenging topics (I'm NOT a math person), he knew what he was talking about and was patient with the class. He's friendly and can joke around but is a bit of a tough grader. I had a pretty neutral-positive experience with him as a professor.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MAT170
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

knows his calculus, but sometimes a bit forgetful on his basic arithmetic. Assigns a hefty amount of (do-able) homework, if you need help go to his office or Math Clinic. Quizzes are straight from the book, so keep up with that. Tests are not that hard if you follow along in class, he allows retakes.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MAT110
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Rocca is great! I am TERRIBLE at math, but I took his Great Ideas in Math class & not only was it really interesting and fun, I got a B. He prepares you well for all the tests, and takes late hw all the way up until the end of semester (which definitely saved me.) He likes to joke with his students and is really personable, and always happy to help

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MAT110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Rocca didn't understand that this class was a level 100 and therefore not being taken by a math major. I found that he can be rude when answering a student's question. This class seemed much harder than I anticipated it to be. He expects you to have thorough answers for all the work you hand in.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MAT170
• 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:

Dr. Rocca can move kind of fast sometimes, however he's pretty good at explaining the material clearly so it balances. His grading policy and late-work policy is the best. As long as you turn assignments in on time you can redo them for a better grade, he accepts most late work and if you don't pass the test (they're passfail) you can retake it.

Rating # 7

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Just Avoid, if you can, if your not a Math "God"

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MAT207
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This class was taught for the first time this semester it was very hard and by that i mean he made this class harder than it should have been. Moves way too fast and only cares if some students in the class get it(Super Smart Math students) doesnt really care about the rest. Disorganized class and i pray they find a new teacher for this class

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MAT181
• 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:

I must say, Dr. Rocca is absolutely incredible! I have never learned more in a class than I did in Dr. Rocca's Class. I took Calculus I over the summer a couple of years ago with Dr. Rocca. He is very clear and precise when he explains Mathematical topics. He is very skilled and he knows what he is talking about.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MAT170
• 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: N/A

Comment:

He was funny and entertaining at times, but I pretty much taught myself the entire course from the book.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MATH281
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Pretty good teacher. A little too fast paced but otherwise not bad

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MAT281
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I am a science major and have never got lower than an A in any math class before this. Many of the basic topics are not covered in class. Dr. Rocca is very arrogant as a teacher and acts as if all of his students are below him. When you ask questions or ask for help he makes you feel even dumber than he already made you feel in class. Worst teacher

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MAT113
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Don't take this class unless you're a genius in math, or one of his favorites. Assigns mountains of homework and will refuse to help you if you come to him. I'm a History major and never had more trouble in a "HISTORY of Mathematics" class. AVOID AT ALL COSTS!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MAT110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Not sure about the section, it was intro to cryptology. Terrible when it comes to teaching. He favors the students in the class who are math nerds and treats everyone else like idiots. Likes to crack jokes that only those who know everything about math will understand. Not helpful if you ask for clarification. Very difficult to pass his class, even for people who love math.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MAT298
• 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:

Excellent teacher. He makes the subject fun and easily understood. He will always work with you and make you understand it. Has a very good style of teaching. He has a way of putting things so you never forget it. Take this teacher, you will never regret it.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MAT281
• 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:

Dr. Rocca is the best math professor I have ever had. Not because it was an easy class, but because he taught the material very well. I struggled in calc 1 and 2 with other professors. Calc 3 was much easier because of Dr. Rocca. He speaks clearky and grades very fairly. If you are taking higher level math courses I would definitely recommend him.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MAT281
• 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: N/A

Comment:

Good professor. He goes over everything and his tests are fair and he grades them fairly. They are on what is TAUGHT in class, not what he does not go over in the book.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MAT281
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I don't get it! all i see is a bunch of people attacking this Dr. if u don't like math y r u in a math class? personally thank God for this teacher who takes things beyond standard levels. he's tough but that's what makes the class more challenging & makes you look for answers.if u don't want 2 scratch ur brain don't have rocca as a teacher.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MAT272
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Rocca is a hard professor, but I think thats a good thing because it means that you'll actually learn in this class. I like this because it means you won't get a dumbed-down education in his class. Just make sure you do the work he asks of you and you'll be fine.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MATH182
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Rocca is the man. He's not easy, but if you go to class, and keep up on the studying you'll learn a ton and really know the material after the class is over. If you don't want to learn anything and are looking to waste your time in a do nothing class, take another teacher, also take another teacher if you are lazy.