William McGovern - University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Professor: William McGovern

Department: Mathematics

College: University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MATH134
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I don't think the tests or the homework or whatever graded assignments we do are the purpose of the class --- if you do the practice problems and make a notesheet, you'll be fine. However, Monty's lectures are profound and very interesting --- sometimes you'll spend weeks trying to actually get it, but when you get them, it's fantastic. Lecture!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MATH125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Had him as my two week lecturer in a math camp over the summer at UW (I'm a high school student). Although he was challenging from time to time, he would help if anyone needed it. Moreover, he is such a kind, genuine and caring person. You will not regret taking his class. I promise

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MATH403MATH38
• Grade Received: 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 professors in the math department. Take him if you can

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MATH402403404
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

McGovern is the reason I want to study algebra more. He will give you the best undergraduate experience when it comes to this subject. To be honest, there could be more homework, so if you are struggling, try and do more problems out of the textbook (Artin - for which there are hundreds). Don't skip class, or you'll miss material not in the book

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MATH340
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The hype is well deserved. He took a difficult class and made it engaging and accessible. Lectures much more helpful than the book. Readily available if you require help. Designed the tests to be on par with the skill level of the class. Reasonable work load. Generous grading. So far, my favorite professor

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: 412
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Best maths professor at UW, easily. Pros: Clear, focused, organized lectures. Doesn't stray far from the book. You know exactly what to expect on the tests if you go to his review day. The theoremsdef's he hammers home is only what he tests on. Easy grader Cons: He speaks very quickly and tends to stand in front of his writing. TAKE HIS CLASS!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MATH412
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Boss

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MATH326
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

By far the best professor I've ever had in UW. An absolute genius with an extremely welcoming attitude towards his student. Very helpful both in and out of class. Great sense of humor. Recommend++!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MATH326
• 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: Mandatory

Comment:

the nicest, most genuine mathematics professor at the University of Washington

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MATH309
• 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:

Had him for 309 and 324 which are both very hard classes. He is an excellent teacher: old school, very relaxed, super nice and approachable, willing to help in after hours. His tests are hard, but he's a really easy grader. He has a quirky and funny sense of humor and is very anti materialistic. One of my math favorite teachers.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MATH324
• 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:

Lectures and explanations are very well organized. He definitely cares about his students, and you will highly benefit from going to his office hours. I would highly recommend him for any math class you take.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MATH326
• 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:

He is a great professor! Go to office hours and you will learn a lot!!!!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MATH326
• 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:

Awesome professor and very nice. Assigns only 5 problems a week for homework. He knows every single thing you ask him (about math), and is very helpful and patient. You can also ask him things completely unrelated to the class, and will give you very helpful advice (I asked him for advice about being an actuary). Overall a good prof and nice person

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MATH327
• 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:

He is very helpful and explains homework problems and in-class material very well.Take his class and definitely go to his office hour!!!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MATH327
• 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:

Though he moves at a fast pace, he's clear and concise and very amenable to clarification. His assigns five problems a week from the book and allows notes on his tests, which are weighted equally with homework, making them less stressful. Over all, the classwork isn't very difficult, and if you attend class you should learn a lot and do quite well.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MATH411
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of the nicest, most genuine professors I've had at the UW. Really knows his stuff, and takes a real interest in his students.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MATH300
• 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:

He is one of the best math prof I have ever seen! Talented, know his stuff well and really knows how to teach them to students! He is nice and easy to approach, smart and willing to listen to you!A little bit shy sometimes, but very clear when answering your questions!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MATH461
• 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:

One of the best math prof I have ever had, His lectures are easy to follow, he has easy to read handwritting when he writes on the board (this is very rare for math profs) Whenever anyone has a question he always takes the time to answer it and he seems to always know the answer to everything. I think he is one of the best math profs around!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MATH310
• 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:

A thorough, intelligent, and understanding professor, but not very personable... a bit brusque. He seems to be a very nice guy, but you won't know that unless you go talk to him in person. Homework is difficult but weighted evenly with the tests, so bad test-takers will have a chance to shine. Just be aware that he moves at a very fast pace!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MATH310
• 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:

Class about proofs: how to perform them with a variety of techniques in a variety of situations. Completely new subject matter as far as I was concerned and completely fascinating. Presentation of ideas and concepts was very clear, and given in quite a number of examples to give an idea of the breadth and scope of how they could be used.