Luis Ortiz-Franco - Chapman University

Professor: Luis Ortiz-Franco

Department: TBD

College: Chapman University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MATH109
• 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:

Ortiz-Franco's teaching style is not for everyone, I couldn't follow along in class, which made me have to teach the material to myself. But, he makes it up for his personality. Even so, this class is easier compared to other MATH109s. The way the grading is structured makes it very easy to get an A as HW is easy, tests are short, & EC is offered.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MATH109
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Hilarious Professor! Only two tests, homework, and final are graded. Provided extra credit opportunities to raise grade. Homework due on the day of test. Ortiz-Franco is super smart, so it is hard to follow along his lessons -- but it is no issue as I just teach myself. Overall, would still recommend as he is super funny and the best!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MATH109
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

BEST TEACHER AT CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY!!! absolutely loved taking this class with professor Luis. He will do anything to help you pull your grade up, and makes math class actually fun... Tests are pretty easy(made up of only 10 questions) and homework is graded based on effort not completion.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MATH109
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

10/10 recommend this professor. he gave out extra credit and gave us a take home test and the final was open note

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MATH109
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Took this class my first semester of freshman year.. Easiest math class I have ever taken. 3 tests + a final, homework due the day of the tests, and he never checks attendance. I go to MAYBE 1 class a month, aside from the day of the test, and I've only gotten A's in this class.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MATH109
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Best teacher! His is super helpful when taking tests! I would definitely take him again :)) Definitely go to his office hours! His tests are not hard at alll!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MAT104
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

By far my favorite professor I've had so far at Chapman. I showed but a little more than half the time . He's very thorough so if you've learned the material previously it can get a little boring (why I skipped) but great if it's new material. The homework is great practice and not too hard. He also brings class food for the final!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MATH109
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is one of those teachers that wants to see all of his students pass and helps them do this. He is probably the best math 109 teacher at chapman and I would personally take his class again

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MATH109
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Really funny and nice guy who has a passion for math. He wants his students to succeed so he grades nicely on the test and gives half credit as long as you show some correct work. He is a little difficult to follow sometimes in class but if you ask him questions he is always willing to help.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MATH109
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Really amazing professor. Definitely make time for his office hours because this is the key to succeeding if you're struggling. Professor Ortiz-Franco is a lot more intelligent than he looks, and will give you advice on more than just math. He's hilarious, makes lectures enjoyable, and makes tea for his students (chai is his favorite). He cares!!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CALC109
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

amazing, take him. he's like my best friend

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PRECALC
• 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:

Loves to teach and love a challenge! I suck @ math & he helped me. Always available during office hours but not quick with emails. (He's the 1st to admit that:)

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MATH104
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Very kind to student and dedicated to his job, extremely willing to help those in need. Reasonable tests and homework load.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MATH104
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

His lectures are straight from the textbook. Attendanceparticipation doesn't matter as long as you do your homework and learn the material yourself. The tests are super easy, even numbers from textbook. The SI sessions saved my life. Prof Ortiz is really funny and cheerful so lectures aren't boring. As long as you do your work, you'll be okay!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MATH104
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Attendance is not mandatory but necessary. Professor teaches beyond the textbook, about life. Funny and very understanding. You're missing out if you don't take his course. I hated math & he taught me how it pretains to everyday things. Just wished syllabus had a set test calendar. Teaching assistant was helpful but flakey.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MATH104
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Teaches beyond the textbook & about life outside the classroom. Although attendance isn't mandatory it is necessary. Teacher gives clues about test problems. I disliked that the course has no set calendar. I prefer to have a syllabus with test dates so I can prepare. The teacher's assistant is helpful but flakey & cancelled study sessions.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MATH104
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

He isn't very clear with information but its an extremely easy class! The test are really easy and the professor is very funny and loves his job.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MATH104
• Grade Received: P
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

TAKE THIS CLASS! I have always been terrible at math but Dr. Ortiz-Franco truly cares about the success of his students, and took the time to help me with all my questions. He offers study sessions twice a week, lots of office hours, and for the final he brought us bagels while letting us use our books. I took this class as pass/fail and passed

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MATH104
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Just a terrible teacher.. Math is hard enough without having to deal with a teacher as useless and inconsistent as Franco-Ortiz. AVOID AT ALL COSTS.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MATH104
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He gives A LOT of partial credit on tests even if your work is nonsense... So you could receive A's even if you don't deserve them. Do the homework, it's worth a lot of points. 4 tests and one final (final is open book). Tests are usually 5-7 questions long. The final is 10 questions. Nice guy, + you don't need to attend class. Helps if you ask.