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SAMUEL STECHMANN

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Raw average: 3.97/5 from 31 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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MATH 222
Quality 5/5Difficulty 1/5
The notes are super clear. I didn't go to a single lecture or discussion session. Study the notes, do past papers, and you will ace all three. Definitely the easiest class I've ever taken here.
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MATH 222
Quality 3/5Difficulty 4/5
His lecture style is boring, but pretty middle of the road for UW's math department. However, he seems to genuinely care about his students and that I definitely appreciated.
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MATH 222
Quality 1/5Difficulty 5/5
Not a clear grader and has poor communication. Nice dude but really needs to revamp his methods
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MATH 222
Quality 1/5Difficulty 5/5
Way too stuck up of a teacher when it comes to grading and rules and doesn't care about his students.
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MATH 222
Quality 5/5Difficulty 4/5
Sam was a great professor he was funny and clearly cared about ensuring you understand each topic. He does a great job explaining pretty much all of the topics you need to know, but you will need to practice outside of class. To ensure you're prepared for the exams.
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