Lisa Silveira - Saddleback College

Professor: Lisa Silveira

Department: TBD

College: Saddleback College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MATH2
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

GOODLUCK !

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MATH10
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Math is definitely not my strong-suit but Silveiras way of teaching helps you understand statistics in the best way possible! I kind of wished hw was graded because i averaged Bs on the test but bombed the final and got a C. So please go to class and do your hw to maintain a passing grade! If you can, try IVC!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MATH37
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Nice person, explains the material pretty well as well. Only problem is that sometimes her tests are absolutely nothing like homework or notes we take in class. She makes the first test pretty easy but dont let that fool you because the next ones will beat you till you fall

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MATH08
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She is one of the nicest math teachers out there! Class is only graded on 4 exams including the final which one can be dropped. 15 points extra credit for each exam thats not the final which can really boost your grade up! Also there is no mandatory homework but doing it helps as similar problems show up on exams.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MATH11
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Silveria is probably the best professor at Saddleback for Math11, however that doesn't mean I'd recommend her. Because the class is only graded by 3 tests and a final, it is very important that you do well on the tests. I averaged a B on all the tests but got a C in the final and my grade became a C. If she graded homework it would be a B. Try IVC

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MATH2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This professor has really good lectures and as long as you go to class and take notes you will pass. She really cares about her students and will take her time to explain the material if you will take the time to ask her questions.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MATH3A
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

As long as you go to class and do homework, Silveira will help you succeed. I didn't think the material was difficult, but I also feel like it was because she conveyed it in a clear way that made sense. I noticed that doing my homework helped a lot for the tests but she also tells you almost exactly what will be on it- plus there's built in EC.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MATH11
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Took her for Math 11. She's a great professor and tries to keep the hard material simple. Class is NOT mandatory but if you skip, you'll most likely miss an important section. Grade based on 3 tests (lowest one drops) I didn't even have to take the 3rd because I did well on the first 2. I woudn't recommend anyone else.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: 3A
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Class is 4 tests that are worth 100 points each and are difficult. Lowest one is dropped, and each test has 115 points possible (so you can get 115% on a test). There is one cumulative final that is worth 200 points, making he class out of 500 points total. Homework isn't for points but good test practice. Overall really nice and helpful prof.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MATH11
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I also had her for math 8 and math 11. She is hands down the most passionate teacher I have ever had. The course itself is very challenging. Make sure you do the homework thoroughly. She makes things very straight forward and is excellent at answering questions. Highly recommend taking professor Silveira for either of these courses.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MATH3A
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great professor. Shes so cool

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MATH11
• 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:

I have had this professor for both Math 8 and now Math 11. She is the BEST math teacher I have ever had. I don't understand everyone's negative feedback. She is clear, concise, and puts things in a way that is easy to understand. Every class starts with practice problems and the tests practically mimic these problems. Do your HW, go to class!!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MATH2
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Good teacher, she knows the material and answers any questions. As an 8 week course, it moved fast and you had to go back over your notes to remember everything. Grade was based on a few tests. She gives partial points on tests though, so show your work. No extra credit or homework, textbook is optional for practice. Don't slack.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MATH08
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Professor Silveira is a terrible math teacher. I find her to be arrogant and she assumes that her class is easy. She is a tough grader, doesnt curve the test or give EC. I spent hours with my tutor, went to every single lecture and still BARLEY passed. I am a 4.0 student and barley could get a C. 10/10 DO NOT RECCOMEND!!!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MATH11
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Professor Silveira is the most difficult teacher Ive ever experienced. She needs to realize she is teaching college students and not people who already know how to do math. Her tests are unreosanbly difficult because she does not give enough practice. There are hundreds of hw problems but it would be nice of her to narrow down whats on the test

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MATH08
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Professor Silveira is an awesome lady. However shes the most difficult teacher ever. Math is not an easy subject in general but I felt like she makes it harder then it needs to be. Main thing I didnt like about her class: she does not provide practice tests like other math professsors do which makes studying for the test very very difficult.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MATH11
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Im not a bad student who is angry because they cannot pass. I am a 4.0 student who cannot pass this class. Prof Silveria is very nice, but shes extremely difficult. Inconsistent grading between students and only 400 points in the class total. Shes also just not personable at all. Too matter of fact and unwilling to work with you. No extra cred

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CALC3A
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Silveira is a really tough grader, she can be in a really good mood at times, but can be easily ticked off if you're talking too "loudly" before and after class. This is a tough class you MUST do the homework to do well, and study a lot for the exams.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MATH253
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This professor is tough on her students. She not understanding if you need to miss class and grades your work according to your attendance. She is a harsh grader. I did like the way she lectured and she made the material understandable, just be extra careful on her exams and show up to class.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MATH3A
• 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:

Very reasonable professor. Lectures are clear and helpful. Quiz problems are taken directly from the optional homework. Tests are challenging but not impossible . The two lowest quiz grades and the lowest test grade are dropped. Do the homework and you'll pass.