Raymond Funk - Grossmont College

Professor: Raymond Funk

Department: TBD

College: Grossmont College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MATH170
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Funk is a very nice guy and easy to talk to. He really understands his math well so he does skip steps while doing his problems which may make you lost. He likes it when students respond to him during lectures and ask homework questions. The tests are a bit tough but done through my math lab. Homework as well and there can be a lot.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MATH160
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

nope

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MATH284
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The worst Math professor I've ever had on the campus. Lectures so boring. Not good at explaining. Expect you should know everything. Must study by yourself

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MATH284
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

The first test we took had to be curved by 18% because it was so difficult. Nine high level math problems in an hour and fifteen minutes, many worded in challenging ways. Don't take if you get test anxiety, only if you like math and love a challenge. No quizzes, HW 20%, final 20, tests 60. Nice guy, but BRUTAL tests, keep up w hw and ASK QUESTIONS.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MATH281
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Also he is kind to talk to one-on-one, the professor doesn't seem to respect students during lecture. Tests are extremely difficult compare to other math classes I had taken. Expects you to answer challenging questions on the test. The only thing nice about his class was he actually curved my final up to an A. He notices how hard you work

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MATH120
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Gives great resources and good lessons.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MATH284
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Funk is not for the faint of heart. Exams will resemble homework problems, some will be exact. If you dont have the time to familiarize yourself with the homework then exams will be difficult. His method teaches resourcefulness and execution. That means you have to apply yourself and understand the concepts. Theres no free lunches with Funk.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MATH281
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I wouldn't recommend this class at all. His advice on studying for exams is insufficient. I'm pretty sure none of the exams are dropped, too. Take him as a last resort only. No study guide given, so the tests are difficult to prepare for. I have taken way better math professors than this one. So don't take his classes unless you are desperate.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MATH281
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Generic bad professor. Talks to you condescendingly and makes you feel bad about asking questions / getting things wrong. He can't do half of the things he expects you to learn. Grade breakdown is brutal, 80% exams 20% homework. No direction for exams, he just says "study the homework" without any practice problems. Take him as a last resort only.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MA110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Not the worst professor I have ever had, but the whole class is very self-led. Spends most of time in class going over irrelevant concepts, honestly dont even need to show up to class. Not a horrible teacher but just very vague And can tend to be condescending. Seems irritated when students ask questions

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MATH176
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Expects you to be college level ready from day 1. However, just show him you know how to stick it out and put in the hard work, he notices.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CALC280
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

About 90% of all the material on tests you will have to learn on your own, spends half the class going over the homework. If you are up to sit in class and do literally nothing, then come home and use your own time to learn what should have been taught to you in class, then this the prof for you. No extra credit for anything.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MA110
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Teaches different ways to get answers, TAKE NOTES ON LECTURES!! Math is repetition to grasp concept-it feels overwhelming but push threw-don't stay stuck on 1 thing push forward, ask ?s. From start of class If u need help TALK TO HIM-he'll guide u. Credit is given if u struggle but he sees your learning. Online book- free! BEST TEACHER I'VE HAD

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MATH103
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He provides a FREE online textbook. He does move quickly through material but he is very encouraging and takes the time to answer any questions. Stay on top of homework and you will do well. Homework is also only due on test day!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MATH160
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Curves tests, thats nice. U can tell he genuinely cares but he lectures fast & seems irritated by questions says things like "if you read it at home U'll understand" packets of homework only worth 10 pts final is 20% of ur grade whoever said this is a self taught class was telling the truth I went to tutoring EVERYDAY & still barely passed.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MATH110
• 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 takes problems straight from the homework and puts them on the test. Do your homework and you'll easily have at least a B.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MATH103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Funk spends 1/2 the class reviewing homework questions. It isnt necessarily a bad thing but the class is only 75 minutes long, two days a week. Two sections have to be taught each class. The last 10 minutes is usually spent reviewing one section. If math is not your strength DO NOT TAKE HIM!! The book he uses is not easy to follow.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MA110
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Do not recommend taking Math 110 with him if you have not been in a math class for awhile, struggle to learn on your own, or struggle with math in general. Class is very homework heavy and most of your learning is out of the textbook (which is free online) I personally haven't had difficulty with math in the past, but his lectures leave me lost.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MATH160
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I SUCK at math. I finished his class with a B+. So if I can do it- you can do it EASILY. If you show up to class- he will pass you. Even if you have a D or F. I had a friend in my class who tried his best and at the end of the semester- took care of his grade. You have to attend class and put in the work. Ask questions. He gives great life advice

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MATH160
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Just done the homework (100% completed), do the review and ask question before the test.