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DEREK KOTTER

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Raw average: 5.00/5 from 2 quality ratings. The adjusted rating blends this with the UW review average (3.66/5), weighted as 20 additional ratings. Smaller samples stay closer to that average. Each captured review is counted once in the prior; this does not correct who chooses to leave a review.

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What students say

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SPAN203 · course not matched2011-08-01

Quality 5/5Difficulty 1/5

Absolutely love this man! Best TA I've ever had! Answers all questions. Tests and finals fair. Super nice and funny guy. Highly recommend anything he is teaching

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SPAN204 · course not matched2010-12-24

Quality 5/5Difficulty 1/5

Awesome professor! Very clear about what is going to be on tests, makes sure that we understand the contest, and a funny guy. Made a 7:45 class a little easier to go to.

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Classes with DEREK KOTTER

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Instructor identity & provenance

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