Reviews of professor Alexander Malinsky

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
This professor is the best teacher of math that I have ever encountered. He has a way of talking about and showing things that makes more sense than I ever thought math could make. I hope UW Tacoma keeps him around, because I want this prof to be my math teacher going forward.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
This professor is the worst, I felt like I couldn't ask him for help. He is unorganized and and does not explain the concepts properly, you will need to refer to the book and struggle on your own. DO NOT TAKE HIM!!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
This prof is caring and is passionate about the subject matter. Often homework and exam questions are challenging. Sleeping through class simply will not do. Exams and homework often have some extra credit leeway, but the class averages were in the 70's. Get ready to form proofs on exams.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Overall, horrible professor. Lecture heavy but he does not make sense

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
Just don't take him. His grading polices are okay ,but he doesn't teach that well. He does too much explanation which make it harder to understand the concept and you lost somewhere. Super confusing. Need to work by yourself if you want to pass.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
The lesson is not that hard to understand. The problem is the exams. You can come to all his lectures , do all the homework and exam review problems. The test is way harder and It is ridiculous. Some of the questions weren't even on the review. Would not recommend if you are not in the top of your class in your previous courses.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
WORST PROFESSOR I HAVE EVER HAD! he doesn't care about students, so don't even bother asking him for anything. You could study the whole textbook but she will still find ways to mark you down and make you feel stupid. DO NOT TAKE IF YOU CAN AVOID HIM!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Assignment load is reasonable. Malinsky is approachable for help understanding concepts. His lectures are good and teach you everything you need to do assignments. He gives a lot of time to do exams and bumps up grades if the no one gets 100%. Would take again.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
He takes a moment to get used to. He is very exact with his communication and will teach students how to think and communicate in math terms. Prepares his own worksheets, there are weekly assignments but other homework is optional. Tests are tough and midterms are only 1 hour, grades for understanding. It wasn't easy but is Calc 2 supposed to be?

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Loved the course. The professor cared about students and made himself available outside of class. A tough grader on homework assignments but more understanding on tests. He was energetic and well organized during class. I recommend always completing assignments on time and finishing any assigned reading to prepare for and succeed in the lesson.