Mario Scribner - Tidewater Community College, Virginia Beach, VA

Professor: Mario Scribner

Department: Mathematics

College: Tidewater Community College, Virginia Beach, VA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MTH154
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

There was no sense of organization. I took his class for an easy A because I had taken the class before. He made the material extremely difficult although it was suppose to be easy. Says he was available, but gave off the vibe that he did not want to help. I would not take him, if I did not have to

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MTH273
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Only take Scribner for Calculus I if you know your algebra/trig, and have good study habits. He teaches most of what you need to know to do well on tests and quizzes. Quizzes are easy, but you need to have a clear understanding of the material if you want to get an A on the test. Showing your work matters a lot on tests.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MTH173
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is a funny cool guy but when it comes to teaching he takes everything out of the textbook gives unnecessary hard problems on test and grades very hard.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CALC173
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

What is this English class he just writes definitions on the board all class.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MATH240
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

cool guy but explains stuff hard to where u would not understand and is hard to read his handwriting

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MTH273
• 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:

Mr. Scribner was a good choice for Calculus I. He gives homework but does not collect it for grades. Grades are based on quizzes and tests. He goes over lots of examples in class where you can take good notes. He was always available after class for questions.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MTH245
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I absolutely would not suggest him. The material itself isn't hard, but he's a terrible professor. Every class is just lecture heavy and there's no interactive learning or anything. He doesn't give out physical worksheets, so good luck having good notes to take home and practice. Save your energy + time... do NOT take him.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MTH263
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The only thing that is graded is the tests and quizzes and homework is not graded. He drops the lowest test score depending on your final exam. In his tests calculators are not allowed which sucked and no formulas were given in the tests you have to memorize everything. He rushes the lecture all the time and does probably 5 examples on each section

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MTH5
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Where to begin. Does not explain material thoroughly. First day of class became frustrated with a few students because they needed further explanation. Told them if they need additional help then what he was teaching to consider dropping the class. After two weeks I dropped his class and luckily taking it next term with a math teacher who teaches.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MTH263
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Only grades are tests and quizzes. He grades very hard.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MTH163
• 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 took this class during the summer semester. There were a lot of material to go over in a short period of time. Homework was provided, but not required. After class he made himself available to answer questions regarding the homework.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MTH158
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

5 test overall but he drops the lowest one. If you do the homework with the topics covered in class, you will have a greater chance of a easy A. Dont wait till the end to do all the hw.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MTH173
• Grade Received: INC
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

A great math professor! I've taken a class with him previously, I recommend him for the more advanced mathematics. Open for questions and clarification and he structures graded work well. Keep up with the workload and you should know what kind of questions you'll see on tests and quizzes. Very kind and caring professor, he is a natural in his work.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MTH95
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

hes a good teacher, im just terrible at math

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MTH1
• 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:

He is a great professor. Very, chill and laid back. He goes through each problem with us and if there's something we don't understand, he will break it down more and explain. Lots of homework on Pearson lab but only a few tests throughout the semester and the subject itself isn't too hard.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MTH174
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Oh man, where to start. Hardest class I've ever taken in my life. Test are stupid hard. HIGHLY recommend taking like 12 credits, MAX with this course. I love math and I struggled with him. NO drop test. Your resolve and future ambitions will be tested with this man. Best advice, take someone else.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MTH174
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I am currently enrolled in MTH174 (CalcII) with Mr. Scribner and he has been more than helpful. I approached him before class on the first day and let him know up front that I took Calc I ten years ago, but that I had been reviewing on my own to prepare. He specifically makes sure that I understand what's going on and always answers my questions.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MATH240
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

A really great teacher and will answer any questions you have to ask. He gives lots of credit for homework and if you study and do the reviews then you'll easily pass!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MTH158
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I hate math, but Scribner is amazing. One of the most kindest teachers, super understanding, and great at explaining. His lectures start with him explaining a method, then doing many examples. Would take for 163 but he doesnt teach

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MTH173
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He NEVER lectured for the full time we met and if you can't take notes I wouldn't recommend taking his class. He gave test reviews, partial credit on tests, and a lot of chances for extra credit. If you work on homework religiously, study for the tests, and participate in class, you will pass. I felt like he went the extra mile for his students.