Ann Watkins - Bergen Community College

Professor: Ann Watkins

Department: TBD

College: Bergen Community College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MA160
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Watkins is so kind and an amazing teacher. She really cars about her students and is open to teaching you multiple methods of solving problems since everyone has different preferences. Shes really understanding and someone said shes the sweetest professor in BCC which is true.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MAT281
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took Cal I with Prof. W and I am currently taking the second one. She is always available after class and even provides students with her cell number. If you do all the review handouts no need for retakes but she does give you that option. Partial pts are given when grading. She is retiring soon so if you are planning to take it, enroll asap!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MAT280
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

All you have to do is do the study guide over and over and you will get an A

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MATH280
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

she not explaning anything and it is very hard to hear her voice she is solving problems only for herself

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MAT280
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

A lovely person and very smart, but to put it simply, not a good teacher. She lacks structure in her class doesnt provide students with slides, a textbook, etc... It feels like shes winging it, just comes to class and does problems on the board. Mumbles to herself and doesnt explain clearly. Shes sweet but youll have to teach yourself.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MAT280
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great professor, really goes above and beyond to help students in Math. A lot of negative comments stem from frequent frustrations of students taking math courses, which is that it may be hard to understand some things not from Dr Watkins but the topic itself. You cannot go wrong with her as a professor.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MAT280
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

amazing

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MAT280
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

honestly, she is the best professor here. some people say she is all over the place but she is not. She is the sweetest professor at BCC ad really wants people to pass her class and do well. Of course you have to study but considering its a math class she is the best professor here and you will not regret taking her. be smart and take her class.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MAT281
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Had her for Pre-Cal and Calc 1 & 2 ( both calcs were 5 week summer courses, so very fast paced). She is a breath of fresh air who explains everything well and has a ton of knowledge. I had to work in these courses - so if you want an A I would definitely do the homework which is all handouts. She is willing to help and answer any questions.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MAT280
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Watkins is a nice lady. The class is easy. She gives plenty of review material/is accessible outside of class. Attendance not mandatory and not txtbk use. However, if you are looking to have a strong foundation in math, I would not recommend. She teaches you how to answer specific problems and not much else. I feel like I could have learnt more

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MAT180
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Her class was fun while we learned. She is there for you after class if you have any questions. She is slow to grade exams. She'll do any problems that you want in class. Explains how to do the problems clearly and makes them easy. She lets you do retakes for your exams as well. Algebra is hard for me, but she helped a lot, would recommend.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MAT280
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She's very sweet, caring, and extremely intelligent. She does plenty of examples in class that help you understand the material and how to tackle problems. Her handouts are pretty much identical to the tests. Do the homework sheets and you'll pass. Very straightforward, no surprises. Also, lets you retake tests! Very helpful outside of class too.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MAT280
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took Watkins for Calc1 and I'm taking her again. I can say she goes fast in solving problems on the board so it's hard to catch up, but she gives you many handouts to practice very similar to the exams. and also attendance is not required, text book is not needed, she gives retakes for the exams, and no homework so you can focus on studying.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MAT180
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Easy to understand. Funny. Just be sure to practice since it is math at the end of the day. Tests are exactly like the homework. Attendance is not mandatory but, again, it is math so you dont want to miss anything.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MAT280
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took precalc with a different professor, received a D. Retook the class with Watkins I received an A and understood everything. Taking her for calc now. She is the sweetest professor. Great teaching style. Overall she tries to help in anyway she can. Is a tad unorganized but who isn't. Attendance not counted toward grade. PRACTICE THE HW.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MA160
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Ann Watkins it is always in good mood. She really loves her job. If you have a question she will gladly answer you but you need to know that her answer will be really complex so pay your full attention to her class. She teaches methods that she found easier to do (which is true). Totally recommended.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MAT140
• 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:

Professor Watkins truly cares about her students & will go the extra mile to help you pass. Calculus is not an easy class by any means, but Professor Watkins makes class much easier with her humor & comprehensive ways of teaching. She stays after class if you need help with the work & is a very fair grader. 10/10 would recommend. -Michael Palamara

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MAT160
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr Watkins made intermediate algebra SO easy to learn. She doesn't let you use a calculator which worried me but she made it so simple it didn't matter. Gives a lot of hand outs that aren't handed in or graded but are good practice and help for the tests. Bonus: no need to buy a text book!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MAT180
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Easily one of the best professors at BCC. Math is my WORST subject...I started out in remedial math. Dr. Wakins, while tough to follow at times, is on your side and makes it nearly impossible for you to fail her class. She actually wants to get you into the next class/out of BCC and will go out of her way for you to succeed. No textbook either!!!!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MA160
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Watkins is a nice professor. Is hard to understand her in lecture because she speaks kinda low and mumbles too. So sit in the front if you want to understand what she is saying. Also she is a very slow grader. Do not take her because she allows students to retake tests, sometimes it makes it worse for students.