J Saikali - San Diego Miramar College, San Diego, CA

Professor: J Saikali

Department: Mathematics

College: San Diego Miramar College, San Diego, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MATH116
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This guy is the worst professor I have ever taken. He is extremely strict and does not care for his students' success so I decided I would take the "W" and take math 116 during the summer with a better professor. To top it off he yelled at me for having my phone out when I was putting it away when I was walking in class. DO NOT TAKE!!!!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MATH151
• Grade Received: F
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

AVOID !! AVOID !! AVOID !! Actually I took a class with him maybe two years ago, but i still can't forget him and his STRICT and BORING lecture, he will probably get angry when he asks a question and nobody answers (middle school style). why nobody is answering ? well, if you try he will make u look like a fool. VERY BAD TEACHING ENVIRONMENT.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: 82242
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is a very tough grader, you have to do all readings and be ready to participate in discussions. You may need outside help because lectures are not all that clear.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MATH104
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Listen, Professor Saikali is not a bad professor. The class may be awkward the first couple of weeks, but it's just a matter of getting used to the class structure and the professor's style. Saikali is clear cut, helpful (through office hours), and obviously cares about his students future. Don't be hesitant to take his class, it really isn't bad.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MATH116
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

His tests are very tough and he's huge on his notes. Saikali also doesnt curve. He spends a lot of his class talking about the concepts, when I personally prefer examples to learn. I do not recommend this class at all. I will give him this. he is very helpful during office hours.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MATH116
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Half the lecture is him patronizing the class for something, related to the material or not. Very dry, dull lectures, although clear to understand. Most math classes i didn't have to study for tests but for his I highly suggest you do. Not impossible but I wouldn't recommend him.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: TRIG104
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Probably the most disrespectful teacher I have ever had. He treats no one with respect but expects everyone to treat him like a king. He creates a very uncomfortable learning environment and makes the class not want to participate. If you ask a question he will make you look like a fool. I don't recommend you take his class.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MATH116
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He goes over one easy problem and assigns you a really hard one right after and you sit staring at it for the whole class period.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: TRIG104
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Hated every second of this class. Was not motivational, and spent the majority of the semester complaining and shoving his unbearably bad humor down our throats. Teaches the material and knows his stuff, but the 6+ hours of homework every week and his personality are not easy to get past. Take a different prof and save yourself 18 weeks of pain.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MATH116
• 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: Mandatory

Comment:

want to succeed and understand the course?DO NOT take this professor.he doesn't even get over the tests .And you suppose to know everything.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MATH116
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Take this class if you actually want to learn the material. If you just want to sit back and study the night before the test you won't do very well. Read the book and take good notes! His test are mostly on understanding why we are doing things and the vocabulary of it. He wants you to know how and why we got that answer. Grow up you're in college!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MATH096
• 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: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I hate math & this was my 3rd time taking this class. Mr. Saikali is strict & straight forward, but this is not high school, its college. He isn't there to waste anyones time & he offers a lot of extra credit. There is a lot of hw, but IMO, it's needed if you want a good grade. I HIGHLY recommend him & would take another one of his classes.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: TRIG104
• 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: Mandatory

Comment:

He's a terrible teacher. I got an A in Math 116 and 121 (Calculus!) before taking his class, which I got a B in. I think if I'm able to get an A in calc I should be able to get an A in trig. Although if you want a laugh, read the positive reviews on here, there all written by him! Awww, he just wants a friend! xD

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MATH113
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Saikali, He has a very strong personality and very intellectual. People really do take him for granted at times. His humor can be very random and dry but at least he is trying. He is super passionate and you can literally talk to him about anything just don't be scared to do so. He moves really fast so make sure you get it and ASK QUESTIONS.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: TRIG104
• 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:

Do not take this teacher. He will make you hate math. Besides his horrible personality, all his tests are multiple choice. How do you have a math class with no partial credit?

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MATH119
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Avoid this teacher at all costs. He critisizes his student if they ask a "stupid" question and then get furious when nobody asks questions. He also gets angry when you don't answer his question when you know he will ridicule your answer anyways. Not helpful and not nice. My personal worst teacher I've never had

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MATH116
• 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:

He is strict, but he is good. He will be someone you won't forget. Take his class, just for the pleasure of getting to know him and his crazyness. He likes to refer to himself in the third person, and its really awesome.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MATH116
• 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:

The Professor is great at teaching the concept during lecture; however, no one is kidding when they say he is very egotistical. If you like being treated like a middle school child instead of an adult, take him. His tests and grading style are extremely unfair. He will make you hate Math more. Luckily, there are much better Calc teachers. AVOID!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MATH96
• 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:

Egotistical is the best way to describe him. If you prefer a strict teacher who is Strict and funny on rare occasions this is a great class. Not much guidance when it comes to taking test. Would not recommend if you cant deal with someone who is completely full of themselves.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MATH096
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He is a horrible teacher. He thinks he is funny and is absolutely rude to all his students. He gives so much homework and everything he goes over in notes is rarely on the test. I have never got lower than an A in a math class and he makes me feel stupid. If he doesn't like you or you aren't a teachers pet then he will shun you. Don't take him!