John Adams - James Madison University

Professor: John Adams
Department: Mathematics
College: James Madison University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Super nice guy and pretty funny loves to interact with everyone. Definitely, need to show up to class but it's an easy class to sit through because he really wants everyone to enjoy it.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Adams is so great; you HAVE to take him! He is such a down-to-Earth, funny guy who likes to engage the whole class, even the people in the back. Just 4 tests, and the lowest can be dropped and your best can be double-counted to replace the dropped one (per his course policy; save it in your folder for reference). The best choice for Bus. Calc!!!
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • 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:
The lectures can drone on forever but go to the pass sessions in order to get a clear and cohesive summary. Adams is hilarious and tells you exactly what is on each test. Even lets you bring an index card on the final. Does not use technology whatsoever but still has office hours early in the morning. Intimidating at first, but easy to talk to.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Hilarious guy. I am going to miss having him as a professor. The class was pretty easy for the most part. He only grades by having 4 tests, but there pretty basic for the most part. Going to PASS is very helpful. Overall, nice and hilarious.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: CALC205
  • 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:
This old man is seriously so adorable! He truly cares about his students and wants everyone to do well. 4 tests make up your final grade and he normally raises your final grade up a letter grade. Attend class even though it's not mandatory because he doesn't use Canvas and he'll tell you everything on the test. Also, PASS is super helpful.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: CALC205
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He grabs a six pack and goes out on his bull dozer in the woods when his wife annoys him. This man is hilarious and if you go to the pass sessions theres no reason not to get an A. The tests are like 20 short answers that I finished in about 30 minutes. Super easy A, great man.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: CALC205
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Honestly if you can't get an A in this class, it's your own fault. I have never taken calculus before and am finishing with an A. Adams will straight up tell you "this is going to be the first question on the exam". Super adorable and hilarious. 4 exams and that's it, so go to lecture because he doesn't like canvas or technology in general.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • 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:
Such a chill and nice man. No required homework, really helpful pass sessions, and tests that aren't too hard plus he curves. The tests are a little harder than the lectures would make them seem but they are definitely manageable. Definitely recommend.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • 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:
Worlds nicest man! He wants everyone to pass calc because he knows it can be hard. He teaches the basics and thats it. He grades very easily too. As long as you show improvement, even if you scored 60 then 70 then 80 youll likey get a B with how he grades. I failed calculus before with Radloff, and now am going to get an A in Adams class. Great guy
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • 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:
By far my favorite teacher. He makes Calculus so easy and tries to make sure everyone passes. Your actual grade likely wont be the grade you get. For example if you get a C he will give you a B. He only teaches the basics. I'd get to know him not only because he is very nice but also because if you show you care he will help you out. TAKE HIM!!!
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Funny and charismatic. Slow lectures which can be boring, and will often go on tangents in class. Good at explaining concepts and is glad to help.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: MATH103
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: No
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
The prof has been very good, helpful in making understanding the concepts. I enjoyed his classes
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • 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:
You're graded on 4 Test you take, all which are cumulative. Lectures are a bit hard to follow but if you go to the PASS review sessions you will have no problem passing the class. A great calculus class for Business majors.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
This is my second time taking this course and Prof Adams is the sole reason that I'm passing. If you put in the effort to learn the material (go to class, go to office hours, do the hw), he's more than willing to help you out. He grades on how you improve throughout the year, not necessarily the grades you get on exams. Super great guy!
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
This guy is the man. If you have to take 205 take it with Adams.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • Grade Received: C
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Adams is a good teacher. You have to go to class though, and really get the material down, and you will do fine. He offers PASS sessions that are very helpful. His test are straightforward but if you don't prepare well enough for them then you won't do well. Doing well in the class is all on you, he prepares you very well.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He's the best. I can see why he has reviews that are negative because I really don't think I've learned much Calc. If you're looking just to fill a gen-ed requirement, highly recommend. He tells you EXACTLY whats on the test, go to class and you'll know. If you miss a test he'll just count your final twice. Great man, may fall at one point
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
If you go to class, he gives you exactly what to expect on the test. Gives practice problems he puts directly on the test. Also offers a PASS review sessions basically giving identical problems for the test. He's extremely helpful to anyone showing up to office hours and SO UNDERSTANDING. definitely would recommend.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: CALC205
  • 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:
Very easy A if you put in the work. He tells you exactly what will be on every test you just have to know how to do the problems and you'll be fine. There are PASS sessions which are extremely helpful. Your only grades in the class are 3 cumulative tests and a final which aren't bad at all. He curves a good amount at the end.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: MATH205
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Professor Adams seems like a really intimidating guy when you first meet him, but if you go to his office hours and show that you are putting effort into his class, he will become your best friend. Does not assign homework, but your grade is made up of only 4 tests, which aren't that hard if you go to class. I would definitel take this class again.
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