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Tony McDonald

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Raw average: 4.50/5 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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ISYE-649 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
His lectures were well-organized and informative. He clearly explained concepts. Assignments were challenging, but were fairly graded. The deliverables for the final project were clearly explained, and he provided constructive feedback after each submission. Quizzes and group discussions matter a lot in this class.
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ISYE 350
Quality 4/5Difficulty 2/5
The most difficult part of the course was just figuring out what you needed to do. Directions were unclear, nonexistent, or posted twice with significant differences. Other than that the class was super easy, and Tony was pretty easy going. Most, if not all, got an A, and the presentations weren't stressful. No exams, just a semester long project.
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Instructor identity & provenance
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