John Dirkse - California State University Bakersfield (CSUB)

Professor: John Dirkse
Department: Mathematics
College: California State University Bakersfield (CSUB)
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: STATSENTR
  • 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:
John D was a great instructor. Yea he demands alot and yes there is alot of homework but you learn from him. If you go to everyclass and pay attention and do the work you will be fine. It is time to grow up kiddos. Dirkse will hold you accountable. Worst thing is, is that he is a Packers fan. I had him for stats 1997. Loved his sarcasim.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: MATH320
  • 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:
Great teacher, great class. To the students who complained below about the work load:maybe college isn't the right place for you. How can you be in a college level math course and not expect to do homework? You're not in high school anymore. Yes he is a strict grader, but its nice to have a prof that seriously looks at your work. *Recommend !
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: MATH140
  • 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:
Dont take this guy if you can manage. Hours of endless busy work when there's already so much in-class reiteration. Dont ever miss one class, dont ever miss one homework problem and dont ever ask a question in class(unless you want him to make you look dim) He doesnt even grade his own homework assignments and grades harshly on the tests.Horrible
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: STATSHNRS
  • 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:
Let's just say a select few of us in Honors Stats like to refer to him as "Dr. Jerkse." I think he overdid it with the busy work and grading. Not a super friendly guy. Obviously knows his stuff, but probably shouldn't have become a teacher.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: MATHE140
  • 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:
He gives a lot of work, but it's easy. He's very clear and a good teacher. You learn a lot
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: HONORSMATH140
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
i totally slacked off but he is a really great teacher, his accent is so hilarious but in all seriousness, his class is really helpful. he made stats easy AND fun.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: SEVERAL
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
One of my favorite professors ever. Most of the things people are complaining about are things he says jokingly. Some people just don't have senses of humor!!
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: CSUB101HONORS
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Wow, so condescending. This was hardly a real class, and it was only 1 unit but it seriously stressed me out. He doesn't really ever talk normally, he just rants and raves angrily. Thank God I don't have to take stats!
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: HONORSSTATS
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
All the negative comments on this page, i concure with. I got an A in the class, worked my ass off, did all the busy work, put up with his demeaning character, nearly wore myself ragged doing it, and found out that the other profs for stats are not only better people/instructors, but that their requirements/grading are much lesss strict.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: HONORSMATH140
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This guy is a jerk. You can never ask a question unless you want him to make you feel stupid in front of the whole class. Avoid Dirkse at all costs!
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: CSUB101HONORS
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
No Comments
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: STATS
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Absolute best professor at Cal State Bakersfield! Tough grader but will help you out tremendously if you take the time and make the effort. Reccommend him to anyone who is serious about learning - don't take if you want to slack by
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: HONORS140
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
The person who said that they looked forward to coming to class below is an absolute sadist! I too am an honors student, my grades have always been excellent (until Dirkse--got a C- with maximum effort!). Harsh grader, horrible listener, demeaning. Am retaking Stats (non-honors) to repair my damaged GPA. I would NEVER recommend this instructor.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: STATS140HONOR
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Hours and hours of homework.Completely unrealistic expectations, harsh grader(both on homework and tests).He acts as though this is the only class the student is taking. Majority of class is getting a "C" or below. I agree with the person who said if you are in the honor's program, take another class and plead ignorance. TRUST ME, AVOID DIRKSE!
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: HONORS140
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
If you are an honors student looking at taking this class next year, do yourself a favor and take it before and plea ignorance. His grading is very unfair, he picks a couple of problems and that determines your grade on the whole HW. If you do end up with him DO ALL HOMEWORK. He grades so hard on it, that you need to do every one. **AVOID DIRKSE!**
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: STATS
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Horrible teacher, I must recomend to avoid if at all possible. His grading is very skewed, if u voice concerns for the class, he will kill your grade. If you come for help expect to be ridiculed mercylessly. He makes me feel stupid. Extremely insenseable. I am an honors student, amazing grades my whole life, that changed with D. *******AVOID******
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: STATISTICS
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I always looked forward to class.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: STATS
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He was clear and slightly annoying. He said "pluggy chuggy" often, which lost it's lustre faster than i anticipated
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: MATH321
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
No getting around the work to pass the class. He's a great teacher & wants you to learn. Very serious, dedicated, & determined to educate. If YOU are not dedicated DON'T take him. Use facts to debate & be polite to gain respect.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: MATH140
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Excellent Professor! The Best Class I have taken at CSUB. Do NOT pass up the opportunity to take Dr. Drikse
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