John Niss - Valencia College - East and West Campus

Professor: John Niss

Department: TBD

College: Valencia College - East and West Campus

Rating # 1

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Professor Niss genuinely cares about his student's success. If you show that you're trying and put in the effort YOU WILL pass this course. Took Prof. Niss for Calc 1 - Diff EQ. Highly recommend.

Rating # 2

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

This professor is very intelligent and I would recommend him for people going into engineering or anyone taking Calc 2 as he puts emphasis on subjects you will need for that class. His tests are rather easy and aim to test your understanding of what you are learning. He likes to put trick questions so make sure you read the instructions carefully!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MAP2302
• 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:

Niss is hands down the best math professor I have ever had. Conveys concepts with ease and is able to guide students when they get stuck. Easily accessible outside of class, plenty of office hours. Pay attention, do practice problems out of the book, ask questions when you don't fully understand something, and you will pass. Highly recommend!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MAC2520
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

DON'T TAKE HIM. He's very confusing and you won't understand a thing in class. I had to teach myself after class and his tets are hard.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: TRI1130
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

It was the worst decision I made when I took him this semester. He doesn't care about his students and he is really rude when you ask him a question inside the class. Not the best to explain trig

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MAC1140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I'm halfway through this semester and all I can say is that, HE ROCKS. No wonder why his students call him "The Calculus God" because he is too good to be teaching. He is the smartest math prof in Valencia. Put in alot of practice in his homework & always attend the "review day" because he is going to drop hints what will appear. Take him!!!!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: STA2023
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Niss is the smartest man I've ever met. He's friendly, helpful, and actually easy to understand. He's clear and if you're willing to put in the work its very easy to get an A.

Rating # 8

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Prof. Niss is a new excellent professor. I am not very good at math but he meets to take sticks fun and enjoyable. I never really thought I'd be good at math but stats was my thing because of Professor Niss. One quiz per section and an exam every three sections.

Rating # 9

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:

Holy Crap! I have "THE DUDE" teaching my math class! This guy is amazing! He actually cares about getting to know his students. Definitely take him for Calc 1 and 2 if you can.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MAC1114
• 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:

Really great professor. He knows his stuff and expects you to work at the class. He used old tests and stuff on our review tests at the end.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MAC1105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I took a hybrid class, did all of the homework, and went to nearly every class. He allowed the class to get caught up with homework,which very rare with algebra teachers. (I should know this being my third attempt.) He kept everyone's attention with witty humor, and speaks perfect English, also rare.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MGF1107
• 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:

Highly recommend. Professor Niss is a great teacher all around. He makes math as simple as it can be. He also has a good sense of humor and keeps plenty of office hours available. Gives great notes and teaches in a way easy to understand.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MAC1114
• 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:

Math has always been the class I've had to work the hardest in and this was no different, but it wasn't agonizing and stressful. He made the material easy to understand and broke every bring down if you needed. But don't be lazy! Homework is assigned but not graded. But if you don't do it, you'll have no clue what's going on. Highly recommend.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: STA2023
• 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:

Very good teacher. Math is not my thing and I received an A fairly easily. You have to go to class! He is great with his lectures. I barely did the book homework, did all of the online homework (counts for 1/3 of your grade) and went to almost every class. Do that and you'll get a good grade!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MAC2233
• 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:

There aren't many teachers in my life who have made an impact, but Professor Niss is one of them. He is not only a cool guy, but a caring and nonjudgmental teacher.I hadn't taken a math class in 4 years due to change of major so I was VERY nervous about taking a Calculus class. With his guidance I passed with flying colors. I actually LIKE math now

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: STA2023
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Niss is by far the best professor I've had. I took Algebra College and Statistics from him. The reason I choose him over other professors is because he knows the materials by heart. He is not like other professors who rely on textbooks. He goes along with the book, but just teaches it with clarity and simplicity. Very patient n wonderful

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: STA2023
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

6-week course! I'm not comfortable with math but Niss is crystal clear. The ONLY way you could do badly is if you don't do the hw, don't take notes and don't use flashcards. His lecture gives you EVERYTHING, and it makes so much sense, the rest is memorization and normal good student behavior. I'm glad I took Niss! Hard work but worth it!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MAC1105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

The one thing I remember Professor Niss is his knitting and his beard. He is funny and expert in his subject. It was fun and easy to learn in his class. Homework is optional, and his tests are rather simple. As long as you don't miss lecture too often, you should have no problem passing the class

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MAT2012
• 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:

Extremely helpful at every opportunity. He really cares about his class and students, and if he can see you are trying, he will do anything to help you. He has made me love math, and I have taken three classes with him.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MAC1105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Personally, math is not my subject...He is a Mathematician for real. He knows exactly what he is talking about. Most importantly he helps you understand and has a great teaching style. Very helpful and listens to your questions. He is a very nice person, and professor. Don?t frustrate yourself with numbers or problems he is there to help you!