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Toher's courses are quite challenging, but unlike any chemistry class out there. He believes in relating text material (often brings his own) to real world examples that reinforce learning. He is so full of energy and passion that you'll never forget major chemistry principles with the figurative fireworks of breaking chalk! and inspired teaching!

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This is the only professor I've had who actually knows how to teach and make chemistry fun (his enthusiasm is infectious!) and understandable. Having had some awful science instructors who can't teach and don't care about students, people slamming Prof. Toher's teaching obviously have no basis for comparison and wield retaliatory agendas-Period.

Good guy. Brings energy to classes, day and night. Hard material. Realizes that he expects is almost too much and scales grades that way. Helpful in and out of class, answers emails daily. Read the book and his handouts and bright students will do well. Do not waste time if you jsut want an A for an easy requirement. YOU WILL NOT FIND IT HERE.

overall a really great teacher.i am not interested/good at chemistry, but prof.toher taught in a way that allowed me to understand.his exams are extremely difficult, but gives a generous curve each time.the final also contains mostly questions directly from the old exams so he really allows you to improve your grade in the end.i feel ready for orgo

Although the class was really hard, I really enjoyed having Chris as my professor. He was very helpful and always willing to answer questions, and he gives excellent notes. A little quirky, but worth taking chem with him!

chemistry, very hard , very hard to get an A!!!

TOHER IS THE MAN! SO FUNNY AND FULL OF ENERGY AND LIFE! Made Chemistry fun and easy to pay attention. Even if you always attend class, exams are very hard, but he realizes this and curves. Gives quizzes every week in recitation and HW corresponding with the Chapter. Most helpful teacher, always responds to e-mails, expects a lot, on the hard side.

His exams are HARD but his quizes and homework are ok. He does his best to try to help you at all times of the day. He really wants you to learn. It is a must to go to class because everything he will test you on is from the lecture. He's funny and related chem to the real world. AWESOME TEACHER. oh and he curves tests.

Love! Extremely hard exams (3) but homeworks and quizzes are very easy if you are keeping up with the class. His different ways of explaining helped clarify things I did not understand before. Very funny during lecture and helpful in recitations. Always answers e-mails promptly, even at 1am. Highly recommended if you want to learn! Will take again.

EXTREMELY hard exams. Go to class or else you definitely won't pass the exams. Always willing to help. Gives extra credit and curves and is a bit more lenient if he gets to know you and sees you at his office hours and recitations. Overall very nice guy, hard but fair

He is a really great professor. His exams are definitely difficult, but overall he's an amazing and clear teacher and really cares about the students. The curve he uses is a bell curve though so it's not really helpful unless you get a terrible grade.

Extremely hard exams, but homeworks and quizzes are very easy if you are keeping up with the class. Actually, he was so fast, maybe you cannot really understand what's going on class, but do not worry, just keep working with your assginments.

Super energetic and understand when it comes to grades. Provided that you get a 60 or above on homework he'll curve it up to a 100 and quizzes are easy. Exams are tough at best but are often curved. Knows the material extensively and will even help to pinpoint where students went wrong on homework problems in recitation.

Amazing teacher! Exams are extremely hard, however he really loves his job and he is great at it, if you actually want to learn something Professor Toher's class is for you. If you want to sail by Chem with an easy A and get nothing out of it, this class isnt for you.

Although exams can seem really hard they are manageable if you work hard on the homeworks, go to class, and study for the quizzes. Homework and quizzes are really easy to do well and will boost your grade if you complete them. Toher loves his job and is always willing to help. Definitely take advantage of that and you'll do really well.

GREAT TEACHER! He never has to use a textbook or notes because he knows the material so well and can explain it in a million ways. He is patient with all questions and is a very fair grader. He actually keeps on his TAs to be teaching good material, and he is very funny in class. Slightly unorganized, but doesn't effect his teaching, HES AWESOME!

Good prof and nice guy! his exams are kinda way too hard compared to what is taught in class but overall helpful and fun.

Going into this class I hardly understand Chem 1 and was not excited for Chem 2, but this class changed all of that! By far the BEST science professor I have ever had. He wants you to do well, but this class isn't easy, you HAVE to work for your grade. Tests are not as hard as people say so long as you STUDY. Go to office hours, he's happy to help!

Professor Toher is the best teacher I have ever had. In fact, I took him a year ago and still occasionally see him for tutoring and am adding him to my references on my resume. He's a crystal clear teacher and is more enthusiastic than any teacher you will have- guarantee it! He truly prepares you for more advanced classes and is hilarious too!

Professor Toher is an excellent instructor. He's extremely enthusiastic and very clear. He is very helpful outside of the class and gives a lot of freebie points including a generous curve. If you like chemistry at all then you will love his class.

Toher is the man, makes you a better overall student! Everyone stresses all semester but in the end most people pull out an A or a B because of his curves. Take his class if you want to learn chem! also he teaches his own recitations which is awesome. Favorite professor at Northeastern

Prof. Toher is by far the best science teacher I have had at NEU. He makes the material understandable, and much less daunting. He is extremely approachable, and always willing to help students. He's available at all times, and is frequently at Snell tutoring students until late at night. I highly recommend any of his classes.

Really Great instructor, sometimes goes a bit too in depth on something that is a simple concept. The only real complaint I have is that he talks, yells, and moves around doing things during exams. Very distracting!

I took AP Chem in my junior year in high school and got a 2. I find that the homework and quizzes are easy, but the multiple choice on the midterms are random/hard. He goes over a lot of examples in class. He's a really nice guy and knows how to teach.

He is very energetic when he teaches. Probably too much but he goes over a lot of examples which is very helpful. He assumes people know a good deal before taking his class which can be kind of hard if you don't know much about chemistry or don't remember. A good teacher if you learn by repetition but not so much if you need explanations.

His class is pretty hard, but choose him if you want to put in the work and REALLY understand Chemistry. He wants you to succeed in his class; he wants you to learn. So, take advantage of all opportunities given. Overall, very good professor. My interest in Chemistry has blossomed.

Best chemistry teacher I've ever had. He really wants you to do well, and he loves the material which makes you love the material.

Toher was a great teacher and it's easy to get an A or B if you have a very basic background in chemistry from high school and put in a little bit of effort in studying. Homeworks and quizzes are all on blackboard which makes it really easy to do (you can work with others and use google). The exams were difficult, but I enjoyed his class overall.

If you study and go to recitation he provides all the necessary tools to succeed in his class. He gives a good amount of extra credit and the practice problems prepare you very well for exams. Do the problem sets and have good attendance and you should be fine.

Professor Toher is the best. If you just want an easy A, this professor is not for you. If you take school seriously, he is an awesome teacher. He is very passionate about teaching. All his lectures are very helpful and clear

I took AP Chem in high school and I didn't want a repetitive course. Toher made it more of a very helpful review of the things I learned in AP Chem. I felt that the class pace was fast in general, and would be hard for those who have not been exposed to chemistry before. However, his chem class was very enjoyable.

Toher is the best. He's crystal clear and is very interested in the material. He's tough though. He's all about moving quickly so take notes and pay attention or you will be left behind. He's very funny.

Chris is a great teacher. He knows everything, presents it in moderately clear ways, and explains things many ways. He is great in office hours, and expects his students to try their hardest. If you want to learn chemistry, take Chris' class.

Prof Toher is a pretty funny guy and definitely knows his stuff when it come to Chemistry. His exams are difficult but get better as the semester goes on. Powerpoints are very easy to understand and he explains everything in great detail but the class is tough

My grade improved from a C+ in Chem1 (w/ Davies) to a B in Chem2--all thanks to prof Toher. Yes the class is hard, but if you go to class and do all the homework you'll be fine. He is INCREDIBLY helpful in and outside of class (has his own chem tutoring business). You may struggle with the midterms, but he makes up for it with a semi-easy final.

Yes, his exams are difficult. However, he lectures very well and really makes sure students get a firm grasp of the material. He tests you on understanding, not just pure memorization. He provides lecture captures, which were super helpful when reviewing for exams. There are lots of opportunities to raise your grade and they aren't hard to get done

This is not an easy class by any means. Toher is tough, probably the hardest Chem professor at Nu, but the amount you learn is incredible. I got a B in the class and Im scoring 85th and 90th percentile on MCAT chem related questions. What does that tell you? Hard class, but put in the work and you won't regret it.

Professor Toher is an amazing instructor! Yes, his lectures are long. BUT he makes jokes during them (which I found hilarious) and he really wants you to understand the material and to pass! He offers online study groups the night before the exams and he answers questions that you have and will tell you if the material is going to be on the test.

Professor Toher was one of the best lecturers I have ever had. He is clearly very passionate about chemistry (especially orgo) and cares a lot about his students' learning. His lecture style is very clear and understandable. He provided us with lecture podcasts. Lots of chances for extra credit to boost your grade. Exams are hard- YOU MUST STUDY.

Hard class, but a great lecturer. He knows his stuff and always answers student's questions. Definitely passionate about chemistry, especially Orgo. It's hard, but you do learn a lot through out the course. He also gives plenty of opportunities of extra credit, so that's always great.

He is an extremely lenient professor in that, he gives you every opportunity to pass his class. Between curving tests, offering extra credit, and other things, the only way that you fail this class is if you don't do anything. Not saying it is an easy class but, if you work for it, you have every chance of succeeding greatly.

Makes you work hard for your grade. If you go to class and want to learn, you will. He's there to answer questions and make sure everyone understands content. Toher loves chemistry, maybe even a bit too much, but he's a good teacher for Chem 2. Definitely recommend.

Take his class over Davies. Work hard, and listen to his advice, and DO NOT SLACK OFF AT ANY POINT. The best way to get an A is to seek help and form study groups especially for the quizzes and study by practicing over and over again. The fear of taking this class should force to into focus.

Toher has a massive hard-on for chemistry and loves teaching it to people that are willing to buckle down. An insanely smart dude and super clear in his explanations. Had him for 100 minute classes but he's so jacked up on caffeine and sugar he kept it interesting the whole time. Dude's a champ.

Hands down best professor i've had at Northeastern. Very hard class but worth it if you want to learn Chem!

relatively easy if you study, says textbook is required but it is unnecessary unless you've never taken chemistry before

AMAZING I learned so much He makes you work for it but you'll end up feeling prepared for orgo

Professor Chris Toher was fantastic! I learned so much and he clearly (but very very quickly) goes over every lesson you need to know. He's so passionate about chemistry, he teaches it so well and is super hilarious. He's super nice, gives extra-credit, lots of practice material, and relatively little homework. Weekly quizzes are toughest! Study!!

PART 2: transforms even the most uninterested students to the modern day Lavoisier. If you're able to keep up in this course, you will have more insight into chemistry than orgo students by the end of General Chemistry 2. Christopher Toher gives you every single opportunity possible to thrive in this course. He provides extremely helpful

supplemental problems. In addition, weekly recitations provide you bonus credit on exams for posting a recitation question. If you're given the opportunity to take his class, I can't recommend it enough. His class design has shifted my view on learning the stem sciences. Toher's the man.

One of the best professors I ever had! Professor Toher is very passionate about the subject and he treats students with respect. His enthusiasm towards chemistry definitely inspired me to love chemistry even more. Highly recommend his class.

An all around great professor. His class isn't particularly easy, but none of the chemistry classes are, so I would highly recommend getting him. He has a real passion for chemistry and genuinely cares if the student's understand. The textbook is very unnecessary, he puts all of his slides online which are what you should be studying.

Toher is a great guy. While the material is hard, he tries his best to make you understand. He's genuinely a good teacher that cares if you pass. USE THE SUPPLEMENTAL PROBLEMS!

Prof Toher is the BEST. As an international student, I was so scared not to succeed since English is not my first language. However, Dr Toher made my first experience in college an amazing one! So glad I switched to his class.

Toher is an incredible professor. He's thorough, energetic, and interesting. His lectures are dense, but you won't fall asleep. Toher keeps generous office hours, and posts tons of resources/solutions online. My boy's tests are said to be harder than other Gen Chem 2 profs, but the curves are generous. I'd recommend Toher to any student for Chem 2.

One of the best professors Ive ever had

If you show up to every class, do the smartworks without using chegg, and stay awake through lectures you will 100% get a good grade in the class. Miss a few classes and it gets very hard to catch up, very quickly. Good teacher, nice guy, but his lectures are tough because he absolutely flies through material sometimes.

He is really enthusiastic about the material and tries hard to make the lectures interesting. seems to really care about the students and usually outlines what is on the tests/quizzes. The tests are really hard though so be ready to study a ton.

A smart professor who doesnt joke around. I took the hybrid class because I need the credits by next year and had no choice for any other course. He is very understanding of the fact that you are new to the subject, but he treats you as if youre going to be a chemistry major. Only take his class if youre willing to put in the work!

Course goes by very quickly, so alot of work needs to be put in outside the course. His slides are everything you need. Quizzes were easy. Final exam covered all content, but easy questions. The midterms were tough and required solid understanding and a ton of practice. His HW grade and extra credits helped.

his lectures are great and he explains concepts thoroughly and well. this year, he decided to make the class a lot harder. the midterms were a lot harder than past ones. in the end, he rushed through nuclear chemistry and orgo. the only thing i have to complain about him is the inconsistencies between lectures and exams. do supplemental problems!

You are expected to attend his lecture regularly to do well on exams. He has questions every class; this helps you to learn the materials, remind you to study every day, not wait until the night before the exam to cram. His exams are a little hard, but gives extra points. His lectures will prep you well for the exams and future CHEM courses too.

The midterms are hard, but he explains everything so well. Highly recommend.

I had Professor Toher for gen chem 1 in the fall and I will say three things: he gives A LOT of assignments, his assignments are very tough, but he is a great professor. He knows how to teach the material in an effective manner and really helped me get through gen chem 1. Overall, if you put in the work, you will be well prepared for future classes

Professor Toher is awesome. I'm a CPS student with a full-time job. The workload is very manageable, a few questions for homework every week, and he has ways to make you understand them well. He curves generously, and his exams are not difficult or tricky. His course is highly organized. A great start if you would like to pursue a career in STEM.

This was a tough course. If you're locked in, it's very manageable. Fast forward a few years later, and I'm an anesthesiologist now. It works if you work it.