Reviews of professor Tara Mandalaywala

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Dr. Mandalaywala is a fantastic professor! I absolutely loved her class and I feel like I learned more from her than any other professor at UMass. It can be overwhelming at first, but she is great about meeting with you to go over things you do not understand and she is super receptive to feedback. Overall, an excellent professor.

Rating: 3.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
She doesn't teach the whole semester, but grades other students' presentations (if students are giving C presentations, how are we expected to learn?). Reading responses twice a week, two 75-minute group presentations, final research proposal and short presentation. No tests! Content is interesting, and I'd recommend the class as a whole.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Dr. Mandalaywala is incredibly intelligent and kind. Unfortunately, 391's are mostly taught by the students which makes her not teach so much- but she adds little remarks that are helpful for understanding. She is really helpful if you meet with her outside of class! Some readings and responses for homework and presentations.