James McCloskey - Valencia College - East and West Campus, Orlando, FL

Professor: James McCloskey

Department: Mathematics

College: Valencia College - East and West Campus, Orlando, FL

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MAC1140
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This teacher is great and a good person, he can curve the test generously and there is opportunities to extra credit, i hate math but i still did it. WORK hard and youll do okay!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MAC2312
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Mccloskey is a great math teacher who will take lots of time to answer questions and go over homework. Gives good partial credit on tests. If the material is easy to you, he won't care if you skip class or hw assignments.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MAC2311
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is the best Math professor.

Rating # 4

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

By far the best math professor I've ever had! I got through College Algebra, Trig, and Pre-Calc with A's, but never learned/retained anything. Chug and dump. Professor McCloskey makes sure that you learn/re-learn those pre-requisite courses to prepare you to solve any Calculus problems! I got an A in Calc, and it was not easy, but well worth it!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MAC1114
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Def would take him again!!!!! He is a great professor. He is calm and always goes through the homework with the class before you have to give it to him. The tests are fair, there's a calculator and a non-calculator part, and the problems are similar to the ones he does in class. If you are commited to the class, it an easy A.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MAC1114
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's a good teacher for someone who learns math at a good rate. I would say study and you'll do fine. He replaces your final test grade with the lowest grade, and you have a chance for retake. Study and do the homework, ask questions and you'll be find. Once you know the style of the teacher's grading and the style of the test you can pass.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MAC1114
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is a sweetheart. I took him Spring 2015. You can get the textbook from online. You will need it because of the problems. I had surgery during his class and he worked with me. He is very intelligent, caring and lenient. If you fail it is on you! Such a great professor! He isn't strict on attendance but it's important. PICK HIM!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MAC1114
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is the nicest Prof I've had so far. He teaches very well and will help in any way possible. He is understandable and will work with you if you are having difficulty in the class. Take him for sure.

Rating # 9

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

THIS IS NOT AN EASY A!!! Calculus 2 is generally a difficult class. McCloskey is a great professor BUT he will make you work for your grade. Tests are tough but he gives partial credit. He's always there for you if you need help and he genuinely cares about his students. I got an A but I spent 10+ hours a week studying.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MAC2312
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is very friendly, kindly.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MAC1140
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

After taking a Precalculus course with Mr. McCloskey in Spring 2015, I would definitely recommend it. Any time you have a question about anything, the professor will be there to answer it for you. He is very patient, and explains topics clearly. Though you are assigned a bit of homework every week, it's for your benefit. +It's college we're adults

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MAC1132
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Tricky class. He bombards you with crazy lectures and examples and homework. So much you SHOULD feel confident in his class. But (got an A in precalc and B in calc I) his tests are ridiculous and completely throw you off. I did not like him at all. Failed the class. Should be noted, he has a 2nd homework option which does help.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MAC1140
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

took him for pre-calculus. would not recommend. He does not give test reviews, and his tests are extremely hard and frustrating (this coming from a Math Major) He also assigns 10-20 hrs of homework a week for a 3 unit course. both written and online not unpassable, but be prepared to teach yourself and pour your free time into homework

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MAC2311
• 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:

Great Professor. Tests are hard, but he gives a good curve when he sees the class needs it. Takes questions from the class easily, and at least tries to respond in a clear manner. This was the only professor I ever passed my math classes with, so I'm happy. Great guy, hope he continues teaching.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MAC2311
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I greatly enjoyed this class. The tests were difficult, but the homework and quizzes could only help you and cannot hurt you.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MAC2311
• 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:

This guy is a great teacher. He's willing to help you if you ask, and he responds to feedback from the class. I also like how he gives you credit for doing the homework, which some professors refuse to do. His tests can be difficult and discouraging, but he tends to curve them. He's one of the best math teachers at Valencia, in my opinion.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MAC2312
• 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:

Laid back prof, tests get kinda involved but he's an extremely forgiving grader. He also gives the option of relying on test grades or doing assiged hw to make up the rest of your grade. If you understand the material you will get an A in his class. His lectures can feel somewhat boring and rudementary, but he's a good option for calc2

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: TRIG0000
• 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:

his grading scale works well, if you do all your homework it will help your grade a lot, tests are hard. seems very unorganized, he is nice but didnt enjoy the way he taught.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MAC2312
• 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:

Good Teacher. Grading scale works for everyone. Only complaint is that he goes a bit too slow. All in all a great Teacher

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MAC1140
• 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:

James is a great teacher. He will go over homework problems and spend extra time to make sure everyone understands how to do the problems. His tests can be very difficult and discouraging, even if you do all of the homework. However, he averages in the homework which will boost your grade even if you don't do so well on the tests.