Richard Blute - University of Ottawa

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Richard Blute - University of Ottawa

Professor: Richard Blute

Department: Mathematics

College: University of Ottawa

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Richard is by far my favourite first year prof and the best math teacher I've ever had! He knows his stuff really well and has great explanations. Not too much homework in his class and the past midterms and finals on his website is the BEST study material! 100% would recommend taking his MAT1300 class! He's AWESOME!

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

What a stellar dude. Seriously. He uses applications that we will actually utilize, he is incredibly reasonable when marking, and his expectations are crystal clear. If you do poorly in this course, it will not be because of Blute. It will be because you did not use the amazing resources he has offered you. TAKE THIS CLASS.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Love this man. Prepares you very well for midterms and the final. Goes through problems very clearly and always stops to answer questions. If you're going to take this prof, always be ready to do something clever.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Great Prof. Makes content super easy and is very approachable. Gives out tons of hints and tips but also makes sure that all students understand. Don't hesitate to ask questions or approach him, he's super friendly.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

AMAZING, super helpful to show up to lectures, they really help. He explains things really clearly and concisely.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I had taken Calculus in High School, and knew a bulk of the material, but he explained it in a way that really made sense. He's a really caring and good at explaining things. Knows a lot and doesn't overload us with unnecessary information. 100% recommend taking his class.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great Professor! Course can be easy with previous calc knowledge, but he explains problems very clearly in class. Links all previous midterms and finals on his website which is extremely helpful for studying, making the textbook unnecessary imo. Gave good hints, had some good jokes, and is also a Patriots fan which gets him bonus points from me.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Blute is probably the best prof I've had so far. Every lecture is important, teaches you exactly what you need to know. Provides practice midterms and exams that are in the exact same layout and similar questions to actual midterms and exams which is very helpful. I recommend if you're taking MAT1300.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Blute is awesome! He actually cares about his student and how they do in the class, and he is super fair with his exams. He is good at explaining things, in as fun and interestingly as calculus can be. He gives practice exams and midterm that are super helpful, and his expectations are clear. Awesome teacher!!

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: Not sure yet
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Fun prof, hilarious in class. If you took calc in high school it's an easy course. He is far and away the best prof teaching MAT1300. He writes on the board during class rather than just showing slides, explains everything he writes very well, and it is easy to see he has experience in the course. Past exams are posted and expectations are clear.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

This was my first math course at Telfer, and Blute is the best prof hands down at Ottawa U! Not only is he always there to help, he is HILARIOUS, and approachable. His lectures are clear, and he gives hints as to what will be on the exam. The exams are straight forward, and I'm really going to miss him. Blute quote "We have to do something clever"

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

My first year in Telfer, and Blute is by far the best math prof I have ever had. His teaching is easy to understand, he constantly asks if everyone understands (don't be afraid to raise your hand, he is very approachable and is happy when asked), and he gives you HUGE hints on what will be on the exams. He is also hilarious. Will miss his class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Richard is a great professor that very, very, very clearly outlines his expectations for the course. He has plenty of previous midterms to study from which match actual mids/exams, WebAssign resources, and textbook problems. The lectures are extremely clear and he is always available during office office hours. One of the best profs at UOttawa!

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: MAT1300A
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

An excellent prof. He gives you all the questions for the tests. You don't need to study much.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great professor! He really knows his stuff and is very clear with the notes. I think that most of the bad reviews are from those who didn't take calculus in high school. If you didn't, be sure to do the textbook questions, because they'll really help. Also, make sure do do the old exams he posts! All his exams are very similar to them.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

After two years at Telfer this guy has been my favourite prof by far.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great prof, explains concepts clearly and very willing to help students. If you go to class, he gives tons of exam hints, and the practice midterms are extremely helpful!

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

A good prof. Tons of past questions on his websites. Similar midterms exams as the past questions. Gives a lot of hints.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

He is a really helpful prof and really good a teaching. If you know your stuff, then you can ace the midtermsfinal. You dont even have to do the textbook work to study. Just work off of his old tests. At first he seemed intimidating but then he really makes sure the rest of the class is focused by shutting people up.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: MAT1300
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Really good teacher. Great at explaining things. Was not boring. Great prof

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