# DAVID KEATING — Courses & Reviews | UW–Madison

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## instructor

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### name

DAVID KEATING

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### last observed at

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#### quality

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#### difficulty

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## reviews

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    "comment": "Hands down the best math professor I've ever had. Explains tough concepts in lecture so clearly and answers your questions before you even ask them. Highly recommend this class and David.",
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