Reviews of professor Arun Padakandla

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
He was really quite talented at explaining difficult material to students. There was no need to open the textbook the entire semester because of how good his lectures were. Homeworks were difficult and took a long time. Tests were very hard as well. My only complaint is that he would often change quiz and test dates last minute, which was not cool.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
He intentionally tried to trick us on homeworks and exams. Gave us an unfair amount of problems to do during the time given on exams, his reasoning was simply because we were online. He tried to make our midterm in person for a fully online class. He changed the date of our midterm two days before, then switched to the original date night before.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Hes a great professor and had a good style for me but its not for everyone. He writes in 6 columns on the board each day which is worth 2-4 pages of notes every lecture. If you write it all down youll be fine on the homework.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
Very smart man who is clearly very passionate about the material. This is a very difficult class so make sure you try your hardest!

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
Professor Arun is very unique. His lecture notes are super helpful. This class material starts from easy to hard and he gave out many examples. The practice quizzes and exams are helpful. Make sure to work your best in this class.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
I attempted to submit a 0 out of 5 but it seems that is not allowed. Over complicates the course material and is cryptic in his lectures. His practice problems do not have posted solutions to check your work. When you go to his office hours, he dances around the question. He asks for feedback; however, when it is given, he does not implement it.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Dr. Arun's class is fairly straightforward. He gives you practice problems and his quizzes and tests are just variations of them and homework. The class material is inherently hard to understand at some points, but he tries his best to make sure you get it during class and outside of class. He's very willing to hold office hours or review sessions.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
Dr. Padakandla is a wonderful professor! He is very understanding and really wants you to learn the material. This is some of the most difficult many of us have learned, so he gauges the room to see if people are understanding. He is also very accessible in his office and can explain things in very easy terms without making you feel stupid.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
Horrendous. The material is hard enough as is, but he makes no sense when trying to explain anything. Says that he wants us to ask questions, but then answers condescendingly without really helping. Definitely avoid if you can, unfortunately it appears he will be the only professor teaching 315.