Andy Swanson
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Department:
Mathematics
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Dr. Swanson, really isnt a bad guy. I had him for college algebra, and i learned a lot but it wasnt a bitch either to do well. I would go do homework in the library with a group on Wednesday nights so i could go get fucked up Thursdays, and not have to worry about not having the homework done for Friday. Side note is the homework usually took two hours/a week. You have to keep a journal of checkpoint exercise in that class but it really isnt that bad, and i think it really helps you learn. He does tell bad jokes but it is just funny because he is the only one laughing, and he kind of lightens it up. I mean lets be honest math is boring, and Dr. Swanson spices it up just with his personality. Seriously, not a bad professor given eau claires shitty math professors.
Positive:
Good professor.
Great teaching methods/approach
I would recommend this professor
Is interesting/entertaining/funny
Is willing to help students anytime
Shows a love of teaching
Shows a great knowledge of subject matter
Has enthusiasm in the classroom
Negative:
He is not a totally bad teacher. Not a real cool or funny guy, but that isn't always a teaching requirement. Really bad jokes. Good teaching methods. He makes students write out a long 5-step method for word problems, which is a good idea, but really tiresome after a full semster. Some what challanging tests and homework only once a week. An OK professor in the long run.
Positive:
Great teaching methods/approach
Is willing to help students anytime
Shows a love of teaching
Shows a great knowledge of subject matter
Involves students in every lecture
Has enthusiasm in the classroom
Comes to class organized
Negative:
Expectations are unclear or lofty
Poor sense of humor
have fun w/ this one. he isnt the worst prof ive ever had, but certainly isnt the best either. the exams kinda suck, the multiple choice are worth 4 points each. and his way of teaching can be pretty confusing. he does laugh a lot. sadly its when no one else is laughing. and as a side note, purple is his favorite color.
Positive:
Has enthusiasm in the classroom
Negative:
Is a bad professor
Professor is boring or bland
Expectations are unclear or lofty
Notes/lecture is confusing
Positive:
Has enthusiasm in the classroom
Negative:
Expectations are unclear or lofty
Professor does not relate to students

Positive:
Comes to class organized
Negative:
Would not recommend this professor
Confusing or hard to understand
Expectations are unclear or lofty
Poor sense of humor