Li Zhou - Polk State College, Winter Haven, FL

Professor: Li Zhou

Department: Mathematics

College: Polk State College, Winter Haven, FL

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MAC1105
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class was hard. All the homework was online and it had so many questions for each section. The homework takes forever to do dont wait last minute to do it. His test are just like his activity sheets so if you dont understand the activity you will fail the test. Hes a tough grader on the test too.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MAT1105
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He explains stuff very well. As long as you pay attention you will pass very easily.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MAC1105
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I personally do not enjoy math at all, but Professor Zhou is a great teacher. As long as you do the homework and assignments you will pass the tests/the class. Just apply yourself and study. The tests are literally the same format as the paper assignments you go over in class. He really knows his stuff Highly recommend him. Currently have a 102%

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MAT1033
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Many people over-exaggerate Professor Zhou's class. What he expects from his students is very simple: come to class, take notes, ask questions if necessary, go home and do the homework, and come back prepared for discussion. The class is only difficult if YOU don't apply yourself and you fall behind.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MAC1101
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Zhou is a amazing professor! He is clear about what he wants you to do, and will help you achieve success if you ask for it. Work hard, do the homework, and go to office hours. I took two of his math courses and did well.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MAC1105
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I've struggled a lot through College Alrebra with Zhou but he's a good professor- you just have to really work for your grade. If math is your thing you should be good! He wants you to succeed and the material isn't impossible, but I've just found that his tests are particularly harder than the homework. If you're a hard worker he's worth taking!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MAT1033
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is a terrible teacher. His tests are nothing from what he teaches. Also he teaches differently from the book, yet he wants us to do 5o questions a night to learn from the book. If you are not good at math I recommend that YOU DO NOT TAKE HIM.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MAT1033
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This professor is a genius. You'll learn so much in his class, and he is very encouraging. Personally, the course was too vigorous for me, and I had to withdraw. Very, very challenging professor, but through the challenge you learn a lot. When you do your homework, do all of the problems. He knows which ones students skip. He tests on every detail.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MAT1033
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Li is a very dedicated mathmatician and he really cares about the education he is providing to his students. The course itself was difficult, but Li does his best to provide plenty of concepts if you dont really understand the first one explained. Do, your homework, attend class, and if you need help hes always willing to explain things 4 U

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MAT1033
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Very nice, inspirational, and you will learn a lot with this professor. He has a funny sense of humor and his personality is uplifting. However, don't be expecting an easy pass. Your work will be cut out for you. If you don't have a lot of free time, are working, etc. it's best to find another professor.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MAC1101
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Zhou is a nice person and I'm sure he'd made a great professor as well if he didn't try to cover so much material at once. While lecturing he ends up talking about the history of math which wastes class time that could be used to teach the lesson effectively. Hard grader but gives partial credit at times.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MAC1140
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Asian Master Race! Very Hard Working!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MAC1101
• Grade Received: Audit/No Grade
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He expects everyone to get the material and if you dont he believes its your fault and that we didnt study enough, i remeber him saying if we fail we dont care about our future he gives quizzes everyother class period and

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MAC1147
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor is a very tough grader. Goes off on a tangent and sometimes gets lost about taking about stuff

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MAT1033
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I absolutely regret taking this professor. No help at all, if you want to fail take this class.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MAT1033
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Tough grader; lots of homework. Tests are harder than the homework and in class exercises.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MAC2312
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Put in the hard work and you will pass with an A like I did. He helped the whole class by getting each students' grade increase by a letter without any curve by increasing quizzes and offering more help. Truly an amazing Math Professor. The best I've ever had in my life. Tough, but when you advance you'll love him for it. Very inspirational. Enjoy!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MAC2311
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Li Zhou is a great Professor. A bit tough, but only because he expects the best out of you and believes that you will perform your best. He will help you in any way he can. All you have to do is ask. Plenty of homework which honestly helps you a great deal because all the quizzes and tests are like it. His knowledge on math history is amazing.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MAC1140
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This was by far the hardest class I've ever taken. Zhou is clear in his lectures, but he tries to cover too much too quickly. He can be hard to understand sometimes; he'll begin to talk in a whisper for no reason. If you take this class, be prepared for so much homework and hard tests. You will NOT pass this class without doing math constantly.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MAC1105
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Terrible professor. Couldn't care less if you have trouble understanding the lesson. You don't have a chance to practice anything before you're tested on it. I did my homework with a tutor 3 times a week and never passed an assignment. Steer clear of this professor if you want to pass.