Mary Beth Pattengale - Sierra College

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Mary Beth Pattengale - Sierra College

Professor: Mary Beth Pattengale

Department: Mathematics

College: Sierra College

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: MATH33
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I was nervous to take DE/LA, but MBP was welcoming! DE/LA is definitely not an easy class. You're expected to spend 3 hours/day on it. The tests are also difficult, but they were open note online - take clear notes! MBP was super helpful during office hours and review sessions, and we had weekly quizzes and presentations. EC available too!

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: MATH32
Grade Received: C+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

DE/LA is an intense class and I'm very happy that I had the opportunity to take it with professor MBP. She grades leniently and wants you to learn and pass the class, her offices hours are always helpful and she has great organization for her course, her exams are pretty rough though, definitely got to bring your A game and study to pass.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: MATH33
Grade Received: Not sure yet
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The most competent math professor I have taken. She understands the nature of your mistakes, and adjusts her grading accordingly in a way that is helpful and enriching. I was very much encouraged by her grading attitude. Extremely organized and smart, being able to answer questions constructively the moment you posit them.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: MATH33
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:

DE/LA is a 6 unit class so expect to spend 18+ hrs/wk on it. MBP is by far the most organized & accessible of my covid-era professors & Im really glad I took this course from her. Go to the office hours (or watch the recordings) & really understand her lectures. The book is somewhat hit or miss but helpful if youre stuck. Someone will have a PDF.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: MATH33
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great Professor for online Math! Class consisted of a note based Quiz every week, pre-recorded lectures, bi-weekly online presentations, and proctorio exams. Exams are pretty easy as it's open note/book but she can be a tough grader. Homework and zoom meetings are optional. Has EC assignments, a sac state student tutor, and responds to emails fast.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: MATH33
Grade Received: Not sure yet
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

MBP leaves you to your own devices, quite literally for an online class. She has all the lectures prerecorded and expects you to invest about 10 hours a week studying and doing the suggested homework problems. Fair warning, she grades very hard and is not lenient whatsoever, I'd suggest that if you don't need the class now, then don't take it.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: MATH13
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

It took me a while to build courage to take Stat, but having Professor Pattengale made it so easy. She is extremely flexible and its almost impossible to fail her class. Shes an amazing teacher and wants you to pass. Her lecture video are great for homework and shes helpful. By far she is the best math teacher at Sierra.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: MATH13
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Awesome professor who really cares for/understands her students and helps them to succeed. I never felt pressured by any of her deadlines, and she was lenient in instances where I felt I needed more time. Her tests are based on homework, making them straightforward to study for. Also, she offers extra credit and rounds up 89.5s and 79.5s. Perfect!

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: MATH13
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:

Prof. Pattengale was an amazing teacher. She left comments on every assignment letting you know how you did and if something is wrong she always gives you a chance to fix it before it hurts your grade. She is amazing at responding to emails and gives great feedback. For an online class, it was easy and very organized. I highly recommend taking it.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: MATH13
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I had to state statistics 3 times and professor Pattengale was the best out of the 3. Really cares about you passing.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: MATH13
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:

Very understanding and well capable teacher. Well prepared for online teaching, descriptive lessons with examples and always responds to emails quickly.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: MATH13
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:

Stats is not an easy A, but professor pattengale sets the class up so you succeed!!! She is super accessible and responds to emails quick and gives you all the material to pass her class! I would highly recommend taking her!

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: MATH13
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She's an excellent teacher! Super patient and responds to emails fairly quick. She's very clear on what is needed. She gives out a few late passes on hw for the whole semester and you have time to submit hw two days after the due date.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: MATH13
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This professor encourages you every step of the way! She is accessible outside of class if you need help and is so caring. I was a nervous reck and almost dropped this class from my own math anxiety but decided to stick with it. Probably one of the hardest classes I have ever taken but if you put in the work you will succeed in her class. Good luck

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: MATH12
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Best math professor I have ever had and I've taken her twice. I have ADD and she manages to keep me focused with her lectures. She makes even the hard stuff seem easy and is great at explaining things. She gives amazing feedback and extra credit. On top of that, she is insanely caring and understanding. Being in her class is always a pleasure.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: MATH13
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The most amazing and caring professor ! Definitely helps out in any way that she can and very accessible to talk to if you are falling behind ! Would totally take her again for another class !

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: MATH13
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

In her class, you have to do a discussion, homework, and spreadsheet every week that is worth 10 points each. The spreadsheets are supposed to help you with the homework. The only thing is that her videos show you how to solve it manually, not taking advantage of the spreadsheets. You can get in contact with her easily and she is good at helping.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: MATH10
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best math teacher I have ever had, so encouraging. Math10/Problem solving is a great class to take, the strategies are either difficult or easy to wrap your head around, but they help SO much. It is intensive work, and you do have to work for your grade. The skills you gain from it is well worth the frustration.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: MATH10
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I loved Mary Beth, shes an amazing math teacher. Shes helpful, caring, and patient. Her grading is fair. She knows math well and will be excited to help you learn. Shes respectful to students. I want to take another class with her.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: MATH00D
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:

She is amazing. She assist and encourages you to do your best. Professor Mary Beth Pattengale is one of the better math teachers at Sierra!

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