Dustin Paisley - California State University Chico

Professor: Dustin Paisley

Department: Mathematics

College: California State University Chico

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MATH108
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took AP stats in high school and let me tell you this was SO MUCH easier. Had I not even had some background knowledge on stats, I would still understand everything so easily. Paisley KNOWS how to teach. He explains in a way that students will understand and comprehend. He simplifies hard things into his own easy way. Stay on top of online work.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MATH108
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

he's funny but doesn't care (in a nice way. he's cool) doesn't grade weekly worksheets but you get points and you NEED to ask questions if you don't understand. his exams are weird since a lot of the time they're diff from worksheets and homework.. so do more studying than just his notes, like youtube. his notes don't seem to help on the exams.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MATH108
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I had him for stats. He does not give study guides, which is insane given that not everything we see in the semester is on the test. You won't know what to expect really. Also his homework is randomly assigned throughout the week, there is no consistency. All my past math classes had a set day of the week when all the homework was due, ex: friday.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MATH108
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Although his attendance isn't mandatory, its mandatory but and easy class. Easy only because he works with students instead of just lecturing then sending them off to do the work on their own. He's a true homie

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MATH105
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Statistics was so easy with Dustin! I heard bad things about the other lecturers, but Dustin was amazing and funny! Super helpful and always willing to help students. He dislikes when people are repeatedly late. Workbook was only $15, barely used it aside from online HW. I took notes during lectures. Side note: he looks like Zach Galifianakis.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MATH108
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I am no math genius, but Dustin really helped whenever I needed it. He makes the lessons straight forward and does not try to confuse you. Show up everyday to class and do your best to understand the material and you will do fine.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MATH105
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dustin Paisley is an excellent teacher. He covers the subjects in a clear and concise manner, and never strays or gets pedantic. He's kind, caring, and always has time for questions. Everything on the tests is explained in either his lectures or the online lectures with Kathy Gray. Everything's pretty straightforward. Take this teacher.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MATH105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dustin was an awesome teacher who really simplified the math. Happy I got him. Don't be late to class though. 3 tests all year. Tests are worth 65% so make sure you study!!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MATH105
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Had him for statistics my freshman year. Gave really good lectures that helped me understand the material. Tests are easy as long as you pay attention in class and do the homework.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MATH05
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Paisley is a very fine instructor; he is very easy-going, pleasant, and makes learning Stats a joy. His lectures are informative and lucid, and he also throws in humorous jokes. The three non-cumulative tests are a cinch if one studied the course packet and textbook. Finish the homework ON TIME and be calculator adept. Voila, easy A!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MATH105
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He knew that not everyone was going to be a statistics major so he made the information easy to understand for everyone. He was a really great professor and he cared for his students and wanted them to really learn what he was teaching in the easiest way possible to understand.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MATH105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Paisley is a good teacher. He keeps the class short and sweet, and tells you exactly what you need to know for the test. He doesn't try to trick students. I did the online hybrid class, and the online assignments kinda suck, because she does a bad job at explaining stuff at times, but that's not his fault.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MATH105
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dustin is such a cool guy, I felt like he was more of a friend than a teacher. He really makes you feel at ease. You have homework on MyStabLab due every 4 days or so (it varies), and there are only 3 tests. One short assignment every class on what he reviews on the board. The final is non-cumulative, and you can use your calculator for everything.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MATH105
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

There are only 3 exams so make sure you study because they are a big part of your grade. He will help IF you ask & make sure to ask during class because he doesn't have a lot of office hours. Lectures are clear. You can use your calculator for almost everything, make sure to show your work though. Overall, glad I had him as a professor.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MATH108
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Attendance is important to understand the material. He writes his own "Version" If you will on the board of what the book concepts are. Copy the white-board and you are literally golden. Something doesn't make sense? He'll do another example or explain it differently to you. Allows 3x5 cards with notes for Exams too! AWESOME GUY!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MATH18
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Paisley (Dustin) is a great guy and teacher. He teaches in a very clear, simple way that is easy to understand. He is very nice and quick to grade papers and email students back. Very understanding and flexible. Not much homework assigned at all. You have to take him for Stats. Best teacher.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MATH105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I love Dustin. He is the best math teacher I have ever had. He goes straight to the point and doesn't tell you stuff that you don't need to know. Just make sure you don't forget to do the online work. Can be very confusing but you'll get use to the rhythm. TAKE HIM.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MATH105
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is great at lectures and an easy grader, tests can be tough.

Rating # 19

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

I am horrible in math & statistics wasn't any easier for me. SHOW UP TO EVERY CLASS, do all the HW, extra credit & attend office hours & he will pass you! Put ur best foot forward, he is not handing out grades! he gives 2 those he see putting effort into the subject. He knows this isn't many people major so he shows mercy.

Rating # 20

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

I suck at math and statistics even worse. Dustin is calm-cool and collected. Dustin has a way of teaching the impossible. Here are my 3 suggestions 1. Take this professor. 2. Show up for every single class. 3. Do all on-line homework. And 4. Take this professor.