MATH 3210 at the University of Utah

28 students - fully in person

Syllabus

Class Project - The students (and I) created a long list of interesting/useful examples in basic analysis. Every student submitted at least one original "example" and many submitted multiple! They also tex'd the examples themselves (a skill they learned in my class). Not all solutions have been checked and were written by analysts in training.

Official Course Feedback (65% participation)

Some student comments:

• Tim is one of the kindest and most helpful professors that I've had so far at the university level. He was always willing to slow down and elaborate in his lectures during class, engaged with the class to ensure everyone was keeping up with the lecture content, and was extremely considerate of homework assignment due dates/opportunities for bonus points. I always felt like Tim wanted the best for me as a student, in regards to both my learning and my grades. I could not recommend Tim highly enough to anyone interested in taking a class from him.
• Dr. Tribone is quite possibly the best professor I've ever had at the University of Utah. He understands common pitfalls that students fall into and mentions them in class to help students. He's also very nice and won't hesitate to repeat things that students don't understand the first time. He has a way of explaining difficult topics in an easy–to–understand way. He offers plenty of opportunities for extra credit that actually help students learn valuable skills. I could go on, but I think you get the point. If every math teacher/professor was like Dr. Tribone, I think math literacy would be a lot higher.
• Everything about this class was phenomenal. The expectations were fair and clearly communicated with Canvas and Gradescope. The class felt well supported by timely grading and office hours that were approachable and flexible. The changes to the class and course were clearly communicated during class time and on Canvas. The lectures were easy to follow, and the professor always encouraged and engaged with students. It was easy to talk to the professor. Timothy Tribone cared about my well being as a student and was easy to approach. Would take a class with again if possible. Phenomenal, clear, and direct. Let students work through problems and lectures with a great, interactive pacing.
• Amazing professor who put 110% effort into teaching the course. You could tell that he was very passionate about the subject and learning from him was enjoyable and easy.
• Tim is probably the best professor I have had at this university. He is very understanding and approachable and he makes the class more about understanding and learning the material than just cramming a bunch of information into your head and trying to get a good grade in the class.
• Tim's positivity and kindness cultivated a fantastic classroom culture. I always felt like my fellow students were engaged in the content, and willing to talk to me after class any time I had questions or wanted to plan study sessions. I suffered some personal motivation/life issues this semester that affected my ability to get the grades I wish I had, but I always looked forward to classes with Tim and the rest of the students.
• I really liked the 'worksheet days' where I could collaborate with other students. When writing proofs, it's super helpful to talk things out with others. I mean, that's what 'real' mathematicians do anyway. All the students I talked to were awesome.
• I really appreciate everything you did for myself and other students this semester. You made my experience at the University positive and sincerely helped me to feel cared about as a person. I would love to take a class from you again. Loved how clear you were.