James Newsom - Tidewater Community College

Professor: James Newsom

Department: TBD

College: Tidewater Community College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MTH163
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

If you take Newsom be prepared to learn nothing, have pages on pages of handwritten homework every night, and fail all his test. By the 2nd test half the class was dropped out. He gets angry when the test scores aren't good then makes fun of his students for doing bad. Take Mr. Kirby for a real math professor who actually knows how to teach.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MTH270
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Worst teacher ever. Moves through the lesson way too fast. Has a ton of cheesy awkward jokes each day of class. Assumes you know everything from previous math classes and criticizes you for not knowing the material. Didn't use the online textbook at all. Pretty much had to teach myself all semester. Just an all around horrible teacher.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MATH166
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you are mature enough to want to do the work and learn the material, he's outstanding. He is demanding and passionate but fair and helpful. If you want to gaff off the work and just show up, you'll get murdered. Of note, pay attention to the negative reviews. Most of them can't be bothered to punctuate. If that's you, stay clear.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MTH152
• 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:

Anyone who has stated that they do not recommend Mr. Newsom and/or has commented negatively, I can guarantee, did not put in the time and effort that is required of any math class. Mr. Newsom is the BEST MATH TEACHER I've ever had. I ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND him to anyone taking math at tcc. Not only is he a genius- he's hilarious & genuine.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MTH157
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Little corny and strange and can be rude at times but overall a very smart and knowledgeable teacher. Expects you to take responsibility for your self and wont let you get away with things. Math is definitely not my strong subject but received a B in his class. Expect to put the time in if you have him.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MTH163
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I don't recommend this teacher to anyone. I took his class and had to withdrawal. Very rude, boring, but very smart. He knows his math, but doesn't do well at teaching it. Expects you to already know a lot of information and makes you feel pretty stupid if you don't.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MTH163
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Newsom knows his stuff, very smart. Beyond that he is very rude and degrading to students. Offers to answer questions but doesn't help. Pay attention to his notes, he doesn't use the book except for homework. Don't go to the mathlab, they won't know how to help you. His methods are different than the mathlab and the book.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MTE3
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Overall explains everything well, just don't bother asking any questions. He is extremely rude and lacks tact. Has a ridiculous amount of homework. Also a strange sense of humor.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MTH163
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Newsom is a very smart guy, he knows his math, that's for sure but he cant teach it to others!It takes a while to get used to his sense of humor and his teaching style. He mumbles constantly and is extremely rude to students! He expects you to know the material already. If you are not a math genius DO NOT TAKE HIM! RUN THE OTHER WAY! Please!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MTH166
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

His lecture pace is perfect for covering the material and making sure that everyone is given time to to take notes. It's not easy material but he's always up for answering questions and he certainly has the brains to do it, even when it gets a little out there. He doesn't collect homework but do all of it because that's where his tests come from.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MTH163
• 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:

One of the few teachers at TCC who actually pushes students to learn and doesn't just spoon-feed them! At first impression, he seems kind of mean, but once you get to know him you'll realize he really does want his students to succeed. Always available for homework questions in his office and even offered to help me with calc next semester!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MTE3
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Newsome is extremely intelligent & knows his stuff, but would be better suited teaching upper level math b/c he can be condescending & rude if we don't understand the work - to the point that none of us wanted to ask questions in class. He lacks in professionalism: he gave a HANDWRITTEN midterm quiz & provided other sloppy handouts.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MTH163
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very intellectual man. He goes over everything in detail and tells you exactly what is on the tests. He adds humor to his lectures, but make sure you come to class prepared. Be ready to learn from lectures! He is the best math teacher in the math department, and gives the most partial credit. Mr. Newsom will teach you so much more than a book can!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MTE5
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I Would not recommend him if you don't know a little about the course you are taking. He kind of expects you to know a lot before entering the class. I don't think he understands that's why we are there.Don't get me wrong he is a very smart intelligent professor but not easy at all and does not explain very well but funny guy...lol!Kept me laughing

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MTE4
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

The comments on this site do not reflect the Professor Newsom, I've had this misfortune of meeting. He should not be considered a professor but rather a drill instructor. He does not answer questions and humiliates students that are trying to learn. He seems to praise the students that already know the subject matter.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MTE166
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Newsoms class is not easy. He treats every class as if we have done it 30 different times. He made sure we all knew how dumb we were for even taking out a calculator when the highest number on a quiz was 71.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MTE2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

he is one of the hardest teachers in the world. He wants his test done in 100 percent manner. he's overall rude. I wouldn't recommend him to anyone.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MTH158
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took this class in the summer and I almost died from boredom. Thankfully, he gives you a fifteen minute break so you can breathe. An easy grader on homework, but there is tons of it. It's due on the test day, and he outlines all of it the first day you get in class. It's not too bad. Just be sure to listen to exactly how he phrases things.

Rating # 19

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

80 plus to pass, 79 I made, rough class, will retake any other prof. besides him.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MTH164
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Newsome is just a real teacher. He isnt lazy and going to let you get away with an A for coming to class but he will show you the proper way of doing math which makes it easier for you in the long run. He is quite the character but if you show up to class everyday and do your homework you will get an A with out a doubt.