Kunio Mitsuma - Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Professor: Kunio Mitsuma

Department: TBD

College: Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MAT17
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I came down with COVID-19 and was sent home. As a result, I missed a lot of work. Dr. Mitsuma has gone above and beyond to help me catch up with missed work through live chats and a ton of other help. It means the world to me to have a teacher like him who has so much compassion for his students.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MAT106
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I missed one exam in the class, and I asked the professor for help. He refused to schedule a conference call with me, leading me to have to drop the class, because there was no way I could bring my grades up.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MAT106
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I had thought an online class would be easy because there's no class to go to. After I failed the first exam (51/100), I went to see him for advice. He wanted to see if I had done all assigned exercises. All? No. Some? Yes. DO ALL OF HIS ASSIGNMENTS. I changed my study habit, then my grades improved dramatically. He helped me a lot thru emails too.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MAT115
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He won't spoon-feed you anything. I learned that the hard way. I had to read the book on my own and do the exercises on my own. But, if I asked questions, I got amazingly detailed replies. The test prep method he shared with us was a godsend in improving my scores. Gives partial points. Don't take him unless you are diligent. You won't do well.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MAT106
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Online class, very little/no communication regarding math from instructor. Test are timed creating a severe sense of urgency anxiety and stress which does not result in an accurate depiction of knowledge or skill.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MAT106
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took pre-calculus in high school. But, I needed to brush up on my trig skills. So, I look this online class with Prof Mitsuma. I appreciated how helpful he was every time I emailed him questions. At one time, I got a 4-page typed-up detailed explanation back. Very helpful during his office hours as well. I would definitely take him again.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MAT106
• 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:

This online class worked well with my job and family. Dr. Mitsuma told us to make mock practice exams from the books exercises. This helped me A LOT because problems on his exams were straight from the assignments. I put 2-3 hours a day studying for this class. He is extremely quick to respond to email. Overall, very glad that I took this class!!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MAT17
• 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:

I HATE math, Ive never been good at math, but this is the first time I understand math. I dont know how he does it, but when Mr. Mitsuma explains something, I get it. He takes time and explains everything until everyone in class understands. I got 85 and 93 on two exams so far amazing math professor. Love his color chalk! :-)

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MAT330
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Mitsuma isn't a bad professor but his tests are difficult. I feel like a lot of his notes didn't match the level of difficulty demonstrated on his exams. It's like his notes were geared towards studying for an algebra test but then the exam ends up being something like advanced calculus. Don't let his easy quizzes fool you. His tests are 10x harder

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MAT106
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

My. God. DO NOT TAKE THIS. He is absolutely terrible online. Over the top rude in emails (will actually fight you), and puts math problems that aren't in the book on tests. Entire class is failing. I am an A student and will be lucky if I get a C. I cannot express enough... STAY FAR FAR AWAY.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MAT115
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I have disabilities and need various accommodations. Despite being an online class, Dr. Mitsuma has been going above and beyond to help me with extended time to take exams and meeting with me twice a week to go over my questions. Math is definitely not my strong subject. But, I am so happy to have an understanding professor like Dr. Mitsuma.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MAT106
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

In every email I sent him, he offered no help and kept telling to check a website I already looked at. His windows to take exams are incredibly small, so make sure you don't miss any. I attempted to take an exam three times and still got a 0 because the test was not available on Thursday afternoon, evening or Friday evening. Worst online class ever

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MAT115
• 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:

I was fortunate to have Dr. Mitsuma as my first math professor at KU. He was really good at explaining math. The notes Dr. Mitsuma gave in class always helped me do the assignments. And, all of the questions on his exams were just like the exercises he had told us to do. He also gave many bonus points opportunities. I highly recommend him!!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MAT115
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Do not take him unless you have to. His lectures are as clear as mud even with good notes. He does not explain anything and get off topic easily. He almost makes you feel dumb for asking questions. Exams and quizes are online but the final is in person and very difficult. Do not take him if you dont have too!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MAT121
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing professor!! Besides math, I learned how to take great notes with color. Prof. Mitsuma uses color chalk to illustrate important topics in class. This makes it so easy to review my notes. Also, the grade reports he distributes are unbelievable. I wish other KU professors did it. At a glance, I can tell precisely where I stand in class.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MAT115
• 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:

Dr. Mitsuma is by far the easiest math teacher to follow in class. His explanations are clear and spot-on. And, he gives the best notes in math I have ever taken. He always asks class Do you follow this? Are we going too fast?, and adjusts the pace. Absolutely recommend him!!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MAT115
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I was not thrilled at all to have to take a math class online. But, Dr. Mitsuma saved my day with his lightnening-fast respose to my questions. Never expected a math professor sending me a video answer to my question. Brilliant & VERY HELPFUL!!!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MAT106
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This is my second time taking an online math class and I really like WebAssign. I can follow their online textbook much better to self-teach the material. Good amount of work, and Prof. Mitsuma always gets back to me with detailed explanations if I have questions. Ready for calculus now :-)

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MAT106
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The best online class I have taken at KU. Always prompt to respond to questions I assked. His website has EVERYTHING you need to know about the course. I wish other professors had websites like his. WebAssign took some getting used to, but I liked how things are done there unlike on D2L. Defintely recommend his online class!!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MATH330
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Mitsuma is a very funny guy. Very tough grader and seemed to have a bias towards some students but overall great experience