He would rather be your friend than have you learn the material. As a result, I got a good grade and didn't learn a thing.

I learned a lot in this class. It is up to you to learn a lot of the information on your own by reading the book. When you get stuck ask him for help and you will understand it better. He cares very much for his students and wants to see everyone do well. As long as you try hard and show him you are trying you will get a good grade.

Fun teacher! Knows how to make everyone smile with his jokes and accent. Very helpful, sometimes goes over answers for lab questions. If you have a hard time understanding accents, you prob shouldnt take him

Chem is not an easy class and required study time. Dr Fard was great at teaching the subject and taught to the point. If you read the book and his notes and take advantage of his test in the tutor lab you will do well. He is funny and keeps you awake with candy.

Dr. Fard is awesome. He will help you out at all cost. He will go beyond what a teacher should do for a student. Any issue I had he was suportive. He gave real life examples when explaining his work. YOu wont regreat his class. Great teacher.

Great teacher. He just might think he's a rock star. Only prof I ever saw who got an ovation every time he started class. Candy used both to wake sleepy students and as reward for correct answers or insightful questions. Odds are, first test WILL hurt, but subsequent tests easier, & he offers deals to improve grade with improved score on those.

Great teacher and actually gets to know his students

Dr. Fard makes chemistry fun! He is an amazing teacher with a passion for chemistry and teaching...Refreshing!

Dr Fard is the best chemistry teacher at Shasta. He gives you all the tools you need to pass his class. He gives you chocolate if you get the right answers and absolutely loves his job and his students. His accent is not an issue and the only time it was a little hard to understand him was right after a break when he spent time with family! lol

OK, chemistry is hard... but you may as well suffer through it with chocolate and an upbeat, helpful prof. Grades on a curve. Drops the quizzes his more pathetic students bomb on. Gives practice tests. I had to work harder than any other class I've taken and didn't fully understand everything, but my grade is still intact.

In this class he did not grade on a curve. He is very entertaining. He does not go over everything he expects you to know. You must read the textbook. The exams are challenging. He will upgrade your grade if you get 20 points higher on the next exam and even if you have bombed the whole class you can still get an A if you get an A on the final.

I love Dr.Fard, hes a great teacher. I have an A in his class because I read the book, attend all lectures, discussions and labs, I hand copy his notes and I do his practice tests for the tests twice. It is very possible to pass his class you just have to actually work at it. But he is a great teacher and he makes the class fun and is very helpful.

I loved this class. I greatly enjoy being given a challenge, and that is exactly what this class was. It challenged me to learn stuff I did not think my brain could comprehend. He knows all his student's names and is very upbeat. If you have to take chem, might as well make it fun! I highly recommend this instructor!

Divan Fard is a wonderful teacher. I am eternally grateful for the knowledge and wisdom he shared with us about Chemistry and life/existence in general.

Dr. Fard is a very amazing instructor. He is a joy in class and very knowledgable. Dr. Fard you ROCK!!!!!!

AWESOME person. Makes Chem fun and truely is an awesome man. He is by far one of they best professor's I have met at shasta.No issues understanding him, but then again I just moved to redding from a place thats full of diversity and accents.

Dr. Fard was an amazing teacher and always slowed down and explained what was going on to those who didn't understand it. All of the tests were open book, and his class was always fun to attended, needless to say I didn't miss a single day and didn't have to struggle to earn my grade.

Dr. Fard it the best teacher that I have ever had. For someone to make Chemistry fun and enjoyable is amazing. It is a hard class but I suggest everyone take him because he is the sweetest and funniest guy ever! :D

Best teacher ever!!! Dr. Fard definitely makes chemistry fun and lively. Very helpful and full of energy and humor. He doesn't expect to make you into chemists, but strives instead to help you become better problem solvers. His goal is to teach you how to find the information you need in order to make an informed decision. Open book tests and he gives plenty of opportunity to improve your grade. I strongly recommend him for every student taking Chem 2A. Thank you, Dr. Fard for a wonderful class!

I have never had a teacher as committed to teaching as Dr. Fard. The material was difficult for me, but his willingness to provide extra help when needed, a fun atmosphere for the entire class, and his understanding of the true needs of his students made it so easy to actually learn. If you have to take chemistry I recommend taking his course.

Great teacher! Dr. Fard made Chem interesting and fun :) It took a few lectures to be able to understand him, but once you do it's easy. The class was not easy itself, but if you get a good study partner or two, then you can take on any test he throws your way. Lab was interesting. I was able to learn sooooo much!

He is a great teacher. Very helpful in answering any questions you might have as well as being very encouraging. He also has a great sense of humor. Thanks to him I actually started to enjoy this class a little bit.

great teacher. He always motivates you to do better. heavy accent though, but still understandable.

Dr. Fard makes chemistry a bearable subject because he’s nice, helpful and funny. The tests are open book, and he posts practice tests online which always include questions that will show up on the exams. He’s very approachable and knowledgeable but he does expect you to commit your time and focus onto the subject, so be prepared for that.

Dr. Fard is a great teacher. He said several times that he views his students as his children, and that it is his goal in life to help his students succeed. The class itself wasn't that hard, and his tests were all open-book, even the final. I highly recommend him for anyone taking chemistry.

One of the most approachable teachers. He can explain things several ways so one will work for you. Never degrades his students and desires success for everyone.

Dr Fard is a very fun professor, he throws chocolate if you get a correct answer, he allows the textbook for tests & he made learning Chemistry fun. It's a hard class, but do the online sample tests, take notes, attend lectures & labs, & you'll do great! Now do the monkey dance. Go Guys!

Dr. Fard is one of the best professors I've ever had at Shasta. I hated chem but he was funny, (very) enthusiastic, and more than happy to help in any way he can. He will even find you a tutor if you need one. He knows his students so well that he will even notice if you are sleepy or sick, and will definitely notice if you don't attend class.

Dr, fard is amazing one of the best teachers and person ive ever met!! He is extremely helpfull and loves what he does which makes you enjoy him! I highly reccomend him for chem..

Great teacher. Fun and lively. You can't go wrong with him. Two thumbs up, three if I had an extra.

As far as complaints about not being able to ask questions, or that he didnt cover some material, get used to college! He was always extremely helpful and willing to answer questions if shown the interest and visited him in office hours. Good luck in chemistry! He stoked my interest in the subject, and for that I'm greatful.

Dr. Fard has an accent but he will take the time to explain anything you need him to but you do have to ask, if you don't ask then he will assume that you understand. The labs are easy, some can be tedious. He is very energetic he wants to see you do well and will help you if you put the time in. Don't ever miss a lecture though you will be lost.

Dr Fard is a great professor. No, he is not going to hand you an A without any effort from you but if you pay attention and ask questions you will do well. It will require study time at home and maybe meeting with your group outside of class a few times. if you're taking his class that means YOU ARE IN COLLEGE. Be prepared to work for your grade.

He makes chemistry fun with the way he gives funny demonstrations. He uses the book pretty much. The class isn't that hard, but it requires a lot of studying and knowing what you are doing from the experiments in the lab work.

Dr Fard is hilarious, fun-loving, and just awesome. He is the funniest prof you will ever have. He truly cares about his students. His tests are tough, they are open book usually. Due to them being open book you have to be able to problem solve and find and apply information. If you do and understand all the practice problems in the bookA.

Dr. Fard is a great teacher! He keeps you awake during lectures with chocolate and pop mini group quizzes. He is a funny guy so do not take him if you do not have a sense of humor! Tests are tough but honestly, GO to lectures, TAKE the book to lecture, and lab, and FOLLOW the slides with it, and STUDY the practice quizzes. His tests were open book.

Best chemistry teacher at shasta college

Personally, I loved Dr. Fard. I am apt at chemistry so I found his tests to be easy, I barely studied for them. For 2A tests are multiple choice and open book, even the final, I'm not sure how it can get any easier. If you show him respect, he'll give you the same respect back. Definitely a college level course, but it is what it is.

Personally, I loved Dr. Fard. I am apt at chemistry so I found his tests to be easy, I barely studied for them. For 2A tests are multiple choice and open book, even the final, I'm not sure how it can get any easier. If you show him respect, he'll give you the same respect back.

He's passionate. If you are there to learn, he will be there to teach. He was meant to do what he does. Very knowledgable. He has open book tests and his a very fair grader. If you put forth the effort you will do well.

I like his grading style. Will raise your last grade if you improve your grade on the following test. Makes you work for the answer, won't give it to you. Very good lectures with humor thrown in. Having a good lab group is very important. Use the learning center for extra help. Do the handouts! Open book tests. Final can raise your grade.

Great teacher but tough! Teachs you to really use the books index and this becomes super helpful if your fast! He throws out candy and is very inspirational. ALthough the class might be tough, he has great intentions. If your a good student, you will pass. He will help you along the way, just ask! Dont stress out, stick with it and it will be okay!

he is the best teacher i had ever have.

Dr. Fard is amazing! Yes, he makes you work for it, but if you show up every day to class with a good attitude and ready to work, he will help you pass his class. Science Learning Center a very helpful resource (how I passed). Make sure you pick good (motivated) lab partners to sit with from day 1. He puts you in study groups with them right away.

This class requires some effort. That said, I found it to be much easier than anatomy and physiology. Dr. Fard is also a true gem. Extremely kind and empathetic. He will always help you during office hours. Want to ace the class? Just make sure you can on well on his practice tests. (He recycles a lot of these questions on his actual tests.)

Keeps it exciting with his chemistry rap and flying chocolates. Takes his time to answer your questions. Great teacher!

Dr. Fard is great. He tries his best to accommodate students and he's got a sense of humor and fun to him which is really helpful when sitting through lectures. He does make you work for it as any science class will be but he grades rather fairly. Study his practice tests and you'll do fine.

Fun teacher - fun class. I chose Dr. Fard for my Lab as well and I'm so glad I did because it gave me more opportunities to ask him questions. He gave great feedback and extra credit work but you will have to work for your grade. Basically, if you care, your grades will show. Overall, I would highly recommend. P.S. He gives out candy!

Dr. Fard is very kind and knowledgeable. That being said, out of all the classes i've taken at Shasta College, this was by far the most challenging. I studied 10+ hours a week and barley recieved an A. He wants you to pass, but he also wants you to put in a great deal of effort. Do the practice tests!!!

I was nervous about taking chem but Dr. Fard made it easy and enjoyable. He is very enthusiastic and cares about his students. He spends time explaining things which can sometimes make the lectures drag. He gives students plenty of chances to make up for bad grades. His practice tests are a life saver for exams. Very encouraging and inspirational!

Great instructor who really cares for his students and his very funny with good sense of humor. The only thing I don't like is how he does his homework, 70-90 questions just for one chapter online seems WAY too much; time consuming.

Fard is a very caring, enthusiastic person who loves his students, but he's hard to understand and isn't the best teacher. I barely touched the textbook the whole class, all the homework was in the form of online quizzes. The tests were unpredictable in difficulty and the lectures hard to understand. Not the easiest class, but hard study will work.

Great teacher cares about students. Very enthusiastic. A litte fast during lectures, must study to pass class gives great study guides. Does not give enough time on tests. Lectures begining of class before passing out test. First test gave class less than one minute a question to complete

I dont understand how anyone could not get an A in this class. EVERY SINGLE QUESTION AND ANSWER for the test are on his study guides online WORD FOR WORD. Hes very nice, was a good teacher, & and I understood his material. Everything is in the files on canvas, theres no way to fail unless you just arent putting in any effort at all.

I can't say enough good things about Dr. Fard. He truly cares about teaching, hes funny, and a breath of fresh air. I would have him teach me every class if that was an option. If you reach out he helps and he makes his lectures fun.

Dr. Fard was the best professor I have ever had. He actually cares about his students and takes the time to get to know him. He is super accessible. He makes lectures fun and interactive. It is a lot of lecture and assignments, so I was worried at first, but Dr. Fard makes it completely obtainable to get an A if you put in the work.

HARD subject. But if you have to take Chem 2A this is the professor to do it with. All of his material is online and you will never see a question you haven't seen before. He is pro student and so sweet! He has an awesome attitude and works hard to help you understand and be fair. Put the work in and he will work wit you.

People seem to think that Chem is supposed to be super easy, it's not. I think that Fard is very fair and accommodating. Really nice guy. A little confusing at times but he worked to adjust to our class and where we needed help. Stressed group work / studying together which really helps. As any STEM class it was exam / lab heavy. $5 textbook.

Fard was hilarious in class, and he's just a sweet guy in general. If you respect him, he'll respect you back. That means, don't screw around or act like a fool. The labs are a bit strenuous, I can admit, but everything else is relatively fair. If you study, you'll pass. I can't say you're guaranteed an A, but you'll pass.

Dr. Fard is kind, patient and beyond accommodating for his students. Just don't expect to go to lectures and immediately have all the knowledge transmitted into your brain. Its a tough subject and requires studying/tutoring. Exams are weighted heavily for final grade, but all the exam questions are selected from previous quizzes/ practice exams.

I think he has a tough subject to teach, and it's hard to learn no matter what. But he is kind, funny, knows what he's doing and is understanding of outside life. He grades heavy on testing, so homework and lab is all for learning, not so much credit. Attendance is not graded, but missing class will make you fall behind. Would take again.

Chem 2A with this professor is no easy feat, but with the right study tools like unstuckstudy, you can get through it. Lectures can be fast-paced, so be prepared to put in the work outside of class.

Dr. Fard is kind and caring. You get what you put in though, if you do the homework and go to SI/tutoring getting an A is very very doable. It's chemistry so it's bound to be tough, I wouldn't recommend any chemistry class without working hard outside the classroom though. Just hang in there until the final, the course get's easier at the end.

Dr. Fard is kind and caring. Do not disrespect him though. This is not a class where you can come watch netflix and scroll, and expect a passing grade. It was a hard class but with tutoring, SI and staying on top of homework getting an A was really doable. Hang in there until the final, it gets easier near the end.

I took chem 2a over the summer so things were kinda rushed. However, it wasn't too bad. Dr. Fard gave out lots of extra credit opportunity and even curved the final exam. He also posted practice exams which were really useful to study off all. He made some jokes that I didn't vibe with though...