Kevin Shannon - Orange Coast College, Costa Mesa, CA

Professor: Kevin Shannon

Department: Mathematics

College: Orange Coast College, Costa Mesa, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MATH010
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

If you are a shy person (like me), be aware that he calls on students every class meeting at random for you to answer problems BUUUUT if you just put all anxiety aside you will learn so much from his class. I understood more math in one semester than all my high school years although I dreaded being called on.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MATH010
• 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:

I took him for Math010. Reviewing all the possible questions for the tests is CRITICAL. Does mark you down for certain things (you shouldn't be doing anyways like no attendance or eating in class (like me... lmao -_-) But that's to be expected. I'm horrible at math. But taking his class helped me- A LOT. Some1 is thumbs downing all good reviews btw

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MATH010
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best teacher i've ever had. Makes math fun even if it is something you struggle with. Really cares about his students and helps you out a lot as long as you ask. Take him!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MATH160
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of the best I've ever had, seriously. Let me just say that any negative feedback he's ever received is from students who slack, don't show up and yet expect to pass-TRUST ME. Show up, do the work and you'll pass for sure. This was my first semester back to college in 6 years and I got an A in his stats class simply bc I paid attention and did what he asked, simple as that. I met student from the other professors class who struggled so hard bc the teacher skipped lessons and expected them to know it, they were miserable and I felt so thankful. Do yourself a favor take Shannon, your welcome.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: A030
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Alright, Mr. Shannon is a great guy and he's been through a lot recently, but I feel his grading system is horrible. 4 questions on each test. You gotta show everything. For the first test, I got all the answers right and some of my work was off and I ended up getting a D. Grading system is not very fair. and A LOT OF HW. Very odd guy lol

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MATH010
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The best teacher I have ever had! He makes you work for your grade by learning the course material inside and out. He not only teaches math but life lessons and tricks to help you better yourself as student and functioning human being to society. If you put in the effort he will go above and beyond to help you day in and day out.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MATH21559
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I seriously LOVE Professor Shannon. He cares a ton about teaching the students and making sure they understand. The only issue I ever noticed was disrespectful kids playing on phones, eating or drinking, being late or skipping the second part of math after intermission. All you have to do is be respectful and follow the easy rules! He notices!!!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MATHA010
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I was blessed to be mentored by this man. He is FAIR, and has much WISDOM to share. One must either soak up the game like a sponge or fall behind with the rest of the losers. WINNERS WIN and losers.... well...... look at all his haters.... you'll understand. I highly recommend Prof. Shannon. BEST TEACHER EVER!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MATH010
• 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:

He truly cares about his students. He is structured and strict! Turn your phones off and don't show up to class late. Most students drop due to his firmness. He is the ONLY professor that helped me understand math. His exams are very cut and clear. Study word for word: Identify, Solve, Explain, Check, and Display. Key word: detailed oriented.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MATH160
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Doesn't tolerate excuses so don't bother with them and get ready to work hard. If he says he offers extra credit, MAKE SURE you take advantage of it! If he says he'll be someplace to help out, take advantage of it. He really cares about his students and made us feel at ease about every test, but in the end, it's up to you to pass. Great teacher.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: A010
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Shannon teaching method is great for the ones having difficulty with math. He required for all problems to be; identified, explained, displayed, graphed, and write every step and formula used. He does not take points off, he adds up. He did offer extra credit, and he did reviews before every test. Everything is well explained and clear.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: A030
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

horrible horrible horrible. started off with a class of 150+ in february, by mid april we were down to 42 students. dont even wanna know how many more dropped before the final was even done! sad. take dr. AP instead and save yourself unless youre REALLLLLLLY good at math.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MATH030
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Kevin Shannon is everything I want to be when I am a teacher one day. There are no shortcuts in his class, and he requires you understand all concepts behind a particular problem. His classes are not easy. He treats his students like adults and therefore whatever work you put in, you get out the same. I would never take another professor.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: A030
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof Shannon is a really nice guy, but not a very good teacher. He expects you to do twice the amount of work at home, and his tests are only four questions. The amount of detail required on his test is absolutely terrible. If you don't put down everything he asks for, there is no way you will get higher than a D. Stay away.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MATH030
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He knows his stuff. However he can be kind of difficult, goes off on tangents talking about politics and nonsense. Can seem unapproachable and rude. His smile and every story he tells seem very calculated and not true. 4 Test and only 4 questions on each test. however just getting the question right won't get you an A you have to explain even step

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MATH030
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Shannon's class is a perfect example of what a college course should be. It requires the work ethic and focus expected at UC or Cal State level. If you're looking to blow through the class with minimal effort and a passing grade, take a different class. If you're looking to learn A LOT and try your hardest, he's absolutely there for you.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: A010
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Kevin Shannon was the best math professor I have ever had. His approach to having you understand math as opposed to memorizing and regurgitating worked really well for me. You can't apply something if you don't understand it and j definitely left that class feeling like I understood what was going on in a math class for once.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MATH030
• 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:

The math is not hard, he MADE it hard. You have to explain every steps you do in the test in order to get full grade. Be sure to be on time on the day you take the test because if you are late the maximum you can get is 5. He is really a strict teacher, no cellphones, no foods, no drinks (even water is unacceptable), and no talking.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MATH160
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Mr Shannon is a wonderful teacher. His was the first math class I enjoyed. When we told him we were going to the library for study group, he would show up to see if we had any questions.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MATH030
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Class is set up to have 1 test each week, each test consists of just 1 problem. Easy right? Sort of. he wants to see it all in essay format, where you explain each problem step by step. Once I figured him out things started to get better, but more than half of the class dropped by the time of the final. He's engaging, but stay on top of things!