he tries to relate the material in ways that we can understand; its good. u need to REALLY want it (med school, pharm. school.. etc etc) to pass. he's not all that bad. actually quite inspiriting. just dont skip any classes or u'll be totally lost!

Waste of time, but a nice change from the rigorous Elshiemer. Take this class if you want a creepy old guy to take your picture. Also be prepared to fail Organic 2 after taking Organic 1 with him, you'll pass but you'll learn nothing

Class can be difficult if you do not attend. I'm not the best at chemistry, but managed to get by with a high C. He is an exteremely nice man and is very helpful. If you have any questions he will be happy to help you.

One of the posts on here says that dr.miles is a bad person and a bad teacher. he is definatly not a bad person. he is very nice and tries to create many review sessions to help you. the only problem is that he is not that great at explaining.

Organic 1 is very simple with Dr. Miles. Organic 2 is a lot harder. Go to every review session you can. You get brownie points with him. I liked the extra info he gave during class. I got an A in 1 and a B in 2 if that helps.

Great person and he truly wants you to succeed. Not a very good explainer, however he does go over the most important parts of each chapter. He has chapter quizes before each test which really gets you studying. Read your book and don't skip class.

A great professor! The material is hard, but if you go to every class, and study sessions, you'll do fine.

(this is in a funny "southernesque" accent) "Now ya see when you have a covalent bond, that's like a marriage. When the bond breaks and one of the atoms takes the electrons, that's like a divorce when the woman takes all the mans money&qu

He is difficult, but is very clear about what he expects....his partial credit is so-so but he curved all of our tests he is more helpful outside of class than in class

He is an extremely difficult professor; he has high standards and expects you to work hard. The material is difficult and you have to have the time to study. If you go to all of the classes and make sure you understand what is going on, you'll do fine.

He is a little hard on you but does an awesome job teaching. He is very clear and tells you exactly what he wants. His goal is for you to learn and retain the information for future tests. Best teacher I've had!

Miles is an awesome guy. His exams are indeed extremely tough and you will need to prepare well in advance. However, he puts out 100 percent effort and is more than helpful when it comes to extra help. Make sure to attend his extra help sessions!

In my case, at first I found him really hard and he didn't like me. But I studied for the class 24/7 and I got an A. I proved him that I could do it and I became one of his favorite students. His tests (if you really study) are extremely easy. Good luck!

He is very helpful outside of class.

Professor Miles is one of the nicest teachers I've had. He truly cares about his students achieving their goals. For organic chemistry, Miles is the way to go.

He is a very encouraging, helpful teacher. He makes himself available for outside help more than any other professor I've known. He does expect you to know you're stuff, not a class for slackers. MEMORIZE YOUR REACTIONS EARLY!

Great teacher, I liked him better than Elsheimer. His teaching style is straight forward - memorize the things he ask you to memorize in class, do the hw and you will do fine on the test. Test are very fair!!! He grades test very easy!!!

The course was extremely fair. He tried to give you as many practice problems as possible that were similar to test questions. He held plenty of review sessions. He is extremely slow and repetitive at times though

Dr. Miles is an excellent professor, as well as an excellent role model. He also actively motivates students to embrace their own lives. His teaching style is different, yet very fun and effective. Come to class and he will bend over backwards for you.

Very encouraging, but can go overboard into the realm of condescending in a big way. It's nice to have a professor who believes in you, but I'm paying him to teach me chemistry and not to validate me as a person. If I need a life coach I'll find a shrink.

very helpful. gives students lots of practice problems and worksheets. overall, organic chem is very difficult but he makes it a little easier to understand

Miles is by far the best Organic professor at UCF. He makes many attempts to encourage students to go above and beyond settling for grades. He encourages competition with recognition by announcing the big A earners for each test. I regret taking Elsheimer for Org II instead of Miles.

this class was a wonderful class. He recognizes the good students and is very good with what he wants you to know. He really is interested in seeing you suceed!

Great Teacher!

Can go off of subject at times but does it to dumb things down so students get a grasp of concepts. A rigorous class with a TON of memorization; success may be based on schedule (my 2nd time w/him). Will come in on weekends for review. Offers 20pts towards Exams via H.W. Quizes; answers in Sol. Man.

He was a wonderful professor, always making each student feel good about themselves and always willing to help. He takes the time to learn everyone's names and wants everyone to succeed. His tests are straightforward and if you go to the review sessions he tells you exactly what to study. Take him!

He is one of the most caring and helpful teachers that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He will volunteer his personal time to help you if you demonstrate effort. Organic Chem. is hard but he makes it a whole lot easier. Love him!

he gives great pep talks, and while some people feel he wastes time, he covers EXACTLY the stuff that he emphasizes. everything else is in the book. just MEMORIZE the homework, which should be easy points on the test, and with the repetition, teach u the trends in reactions

Miles is definitely the guy to take if you need this class. He does get side tracked sometimes but he does it out of good intentions. He loves teaching but it bugs him when people don't study and know their reactions. Out of the organic teachers I think he is the easiest.

AWESOME GUY! teaches exactly what we're supposed to know in an easy way so you remember always!

Dr. Miles was fantastic! There is a lot of information and reactions but overall, it wasn't so bad if you studied and actually put effort into the class

I took Elsheimer twice and dropped both times for Miles. Miles is well worth it...IF you are the memorizing type. His methods worked extremely well for me. Miles has the purest heart and is very inspiring. Honestly. His class is actually kinda fun. Do exactly what he recommends in class and you'll pass. But remember: all organic takes practice

Def the most inspirational professor I have taken thus far. I listened to all of his advice and worked really hard to achieve an A! I'm definately taking him for org 2. He makes everything understandable and offers help time on sundays! Test were definately managable if you memorize, dont be lazy!

He's such a great professor! I grade forgave this class (got a D the first time) and ended up with an A!! He gives homework quizzes w/ a question right from the assignment. He tells you which HW problems to do too. I highly recommend him and I can definitely say that I understand basic chem after retaking it with Miles. TAKE HIM!!

He's very straightforward, and truly cares if his students do well. I would take him again. He's also funny at times.

He was an excellent professor. He got a bit distracted at times, but he was a very good teacher. He could make you understand the concept using various analogies, so it was interesting as well. I completely recommend him because he really cares about you getting a good grade.

Take Miles over any other professors! He is really helpful! If you keep up with all your work, and really do work hard, you will get an A. By the time of the test, he will tell you what's on the test.. GO to every class and SUNDAY night reviews! MEMORIZE reactions!!! Memorize them, for the love of God, Memorize them! LoL.. I'm serious.. DONT SLACK!

Good teacher but he expects you to be perfect. So when he explains some things instead of going into detail for those of us that need a second to pick up on them, he just assumes that it is stored in your memory and that you are able to comprehend the new concepts that he is going over. Final was misleading. Take someone else if you can.

Miles is an awesome teacher and really cares about his students. He makes organic easy and constantly motivates you! He has homework problems on tests to make it easier and curves to the class. He also has review sessions sunday evenings and makes time out of class to help you in his office.

Greatteacher, though somebody should tell him that N2O is nitrous oxide, not NO2. You'd think someone with a Ph.D in chem might know that.

dr. miles is a good prof, i thought that organic was going to be more difficult. He makes you memorize. If you can memorize then you can make an A. I went to SI session to be able to understand the material. It is not that bad with him

Miles is a wonderful professor. He really cares about his students...Why would he take his time to have sunday help sessions? he doesn't get paid for it...He is a very nice and genuine person. The subject is just very time consuming. If you study hard, you'll make an A. He curves well also. Definately a great professor!

He's very motivational and realistic about the class. He tells you exactly what you will have to learn to pass.

He's very motivational, like a football coach. You don't take OChem for kicks. Most of us want to become professionals, and Dr. Miles will tell you everyday that in order to become professionals you must work hard. After handing back graded tests, he'll ridicule those that didn't get A's. He cares a lot and wants each and one of us to do well.

Good professor! cares about the student and goes at a good pace, plus the homework quizzes are 20% of tests, which can be easily obtained by doing the homework. Also he tells you what you need to know for the test and gives you copies of old tests, which are extremelly helpful.

If you can't handle this class then you should probably change your major he is the easiest o chem teacher there is i have had them all failed elsheimer twice and I got A's with miles. Just go to class and do good on your quizzes. He is one of the few that really cares about his students.

If you go to class, be on time or he will make you look like a fool. He is a great teacher and is very helpful; he usually has help sessions every sunday..BE THERE! Also, DO THE HOMEWORK...his hw quizes counts as 20% of your test grade.

Dr. Miles changed my way of looking at studying. While he does seem rather crazy at times, if you take his teaching to heart you will get a good grade in his class and will surely succeed later in other classes. If you are really interested in becoming a professional, he is the guy to take.

Dr. Miles is awesome. These people who think he's impossible aren't trying hard enough and if they can't pass this class are never going to get into professional schools. He's not the most organized professor but does give you a million handouts that show EXACTLY what will be on the exams. Just do homework and study hard and you should get an A

Miles is a good professor. He is clear and teaches you what you need to know. It's a lot of studying and a lot of homework. In class he focuses on knowing reactions and how to do problems, but when you do your homework make sure to read the book and understand every concept! His final is based on concepts not just on problems!

AMAZING PROFESSOR. He was so inspirational and he really cares about his students doing well. I'm so glad I was lucky enough to have him as my Organic Chem I professor!

Dr. Miles is the best professor I've ever had. You have to work, but I mean, you should probably know that if you are taking Organic Chemistry. He's amazing. Slacks off a little towards the end, but still good.

He' good as a person...

Dr. Miles is a good guy and a great professor.I got A's on evey test throughout the semester. However, the final was very unfair and I ended up recieving a B.

I took Mattson for OChem 1 and Miles for OChem 2. In comparison, Miles by far is the better professor. His accent is comical and his one-liners do get stuck in your head, but anticipate this class to be hella hard. He is -very- into favorites in his class (AKA "Stars" students that get A's) - get an A early on and you'll be fine.

Tough tests but a good teacher

IDK what yall are complaining about,organic is HARD,period.But he can ACTUALLY teach! he offers 'help sessions' twice a week for like 2 hrs(prob. what saved my grade)which he is NOT paid to do.If he sees that you are really trying and doing the work,it will def. help. If you're not willing to do the work go be a communication major & stop whining!

miles is a good man who tries very hard to get his students motivated and to do well. organic is a hard class and miles is considered one of the easier professors. his help sessions are extremely useful and if you can't make it to them, get a buddy who can! he tells you exactly what you need to know for the test. his lectures made me laugh.

I loved this class, and I loved Dr. Miles! READ THE BOOK and do ALL the problems and you'll be fine. Expect to study a lot!!

Miles is such a great professor! He truely wants everyone to succeed. Gives out numerous practice problems and old tests to help you. You must read the book and actually do the homework though if you want to do good on the tests. Curves every test as long as there isnt a genius who gets a 100%. O-Chem is hard but Miles makes it do-able!

ok he can talk alot and you think the class is useless to attend but then when your at home studying something he made you repeat a thousand times makes you remember so in a way . He is a good professor even though he can be annoying he does want you to do well.oh and he curves somewhere between 4-10 pts on each test he is easy compared to others

I absolutely love him, he was so helpful in and outside of class. You definitely need to study hard but it is totally possible to get an A. Gives quizzes (straight from the hw) that count for 20% of your test grade. His review sessions, handouts from class, and love of teaching really made the class enjoyable.

Dr. Miles is simply one of the best! He seems very intimidating and mean, but truly, all he wants is for you to succeed and never give up. I did horrible in Ochem 1 with Phanstiel, I thought I would never get it. Until I took Organic2 with Miles, I started to love organic chemistry! For an A: listen in class, do homework and repetition!

Great motivational teacher! Had to work really hard to get an A. Organic is hard and you got to put time into it. Would definitely recommend him to pre-pro students.

I was an outsider looking in and observing him for the second time I now understand why he does the things he does. HE REALLY CARES FOR HIS STUDENTS!! I believe he is the best Organic prof. at UCF and you should take him. He motivates you to try and wants you to work hard. There are 4 tests and a final. Each test has HW quizzes tied into the geade.

Miles Is probably the best Organic Professor you can take!. He really Cares about his students and wants you to succeed. If you put A LOT of time in effort in this class an "A" is definately attainable. This is organic so you have to memorize EVERY MINUTE DETAIL of the book AND understand it. Miles grades very fairly and Curves his tests decently.

I've had Miles for Organic Chem 1 and 2. Babies you in 1, grills you in 2. Real life examples given in class are way too simplified. Enjoys preaching about discipline and hard work for half the class. Read the book BEFORE class. KNOW ALL MECHANISMS He gives most of his test questions out in review sessions. "you dont KNOW it until you can TALK it"

He cares about his students, but he is also challenging. He is a very sweet nice man altogether. He loves honors students, but most of all he loves hard work and effort. He graded fair and curved every test so the highest grade was a 100. I recommend him!

Okay here's the deal with Miles. He's a really great guy and a moving professor. He's also extremely easy if you do the following things 1. Do all the homework problems, preferably twice, and pay special attention to the harder (numbers 45 and up) problems, he'll usually put them on the exam. 2. Go to his help sessions, he gives away the test.

Miles seems to genuinely care about his students and takes alot of his own time to help explain the very hard subject that is organic chemistry. Do the homework, all of it, including higher # problems, and memorize the mechanisms and this class becomes relatively easy. Quizzes are homework problems. Tests are always handed back next class period.

Dr. Miles is one of those professors that you should feel privileged to be in the presence of. He uses similes and metaphors to make understanding acid-base chemistry and mechanisms simple. Also, he offers >9 hours per week outside of class for extra help. If you work hard, there's no reason why you shouldn't get an "A". (do the hw too).

Overall not a hard class if you have the time to study every week. He can be annoying with his life lectures but he means well. Make sure you do well and study hard for exam 2 because it really sets the tone for the rest of the semester

Spent a lot of time doing things other than teaching organic chemistry. He was good when he was teaching, however. Do the practice exams and be prepared for that level of difficulty (and beyond). He likes to fly through things, especially in the class meeting before an exam. He generally tests the most on what he spends the least time on! Annoying!

I took Miles' Chem I class in the honors section. I thought all of his tests were easy (I got A's on mostly all of them and I barely studied). Do the homework as he gives quizzes based solely on that and lab is easy. My only complaint would be his final which came out of nowhere! Thankfully, even though I failed the final, I still got an A overall.

Dr. Miles is the MAN! Really gets you pumped about Organic Chemistry (not the coolest of all topics). You must buy the book and READ every CHAPTER before the EXAMS. Also do the practice tests and study for all homework quizzes like they're exams (counts for 10 points of the exam, often 2 per exam so 20/100 pnts comes from HOMEWORK QUIZZES)

Great professor.Organic chemistry is a challenging subject to most. So opinions here are going to depend on if the student actually wanted to learn, or just complained the whole semester. Miles is great for getting your butt in gear to succeed. Tests aren't bad just listen to what he tells you know the material. You'll learn how to learn.Irecommend

I thought it was an easy A, although others had to work hard. Just follow the practice tests and you should be able to make the coveted stars list.

Hard class in general, and his tests are harder than they should be, he likes to trick you, but he is extremely willing to help. There were no SI sessions, so he hosted hours and hours of his own help sessions every week after asking the students which days would be the best for the majority of us.

Dr. Miles is probably my favorite professor I have had at UCF. You'll have to memorize an incredible amount of information, so if you don't want to put in the time, don't take this class...or go to med school, for that matter. If you do the work, he will help you succeed. Got a 68/70 on the ACS exam with very little extra studying because of Miles.

Ok so here is the thing about Miles, he will tell you everything that is on the test. 4 tests and a final to replace your lowest grade. He also gives easy homework quizes which are added onto your test grade. I believe anything above a B is VERY achieveable, as long as you put in ALOT of work...no one should expect organic to be an "easy A."

Dr. Miles is my favorite teacher I've had since I've been at UCF. He's a sweet man who cares about his students. Like other students stated, don't expect this class to be an "easy A", because it's not. Studying for his class is not rocket science; do what he tells you to and you will get an A. He asks a lot of you, but it's rewarding in the end.

Dr. Miles is a great teacher and an all around caring person. He made it easier for me to understand parts of Organic that I was having trouble with. He wants to see you succeed but you do have to put in the work for it. Do what he tells you to do and you can be successful. He's been teaching 40 years so I think he knows what it takes.

The thing with orgo is you can't just memorize, you need to practice problems after problems after problems. Miles is an amazing professor. He has 4 Exams, and a final which will replace your lowest test grade. He has weekly quizzes, which come straight from the homework. A B is achievable, but with hard work and dedication, so is an A.

Loved this class! He is an awesome prof. It is def a hard class and you have to go to class and do hw.. Keep up on the course work as it comes and an A is def possible. Loved the hw quizzes

Professor Miles was an amazing professor. You really have to work hard in his class though because he does expect a lot from you considering it's a high level class. Keep up with the homework and attend class. He is very helpful during his office hours. I would definitely recommend him for orgo or intro to orgo

Dr. Miles is absolutely amazing! Chemistry is one of the hardest subjects out there so don't expect it to be easy. You will have to do the work to get your grade. However, Dr. Miles will go above and beyond to help you out. He's also funny, positive and lectures are interesting. Wish I could take all my chem classes with him. Take his class!

Wonderful professor! Knows exactly what he's talking about and loves what he teaches. Do the homework! His weekly quizzes are exactly off the homework and will help you out when the test rolls around. Study hard!! He makes his tests difficult to make sure you know the material. Very clear when teaching but tends to preach after exams. Take him!

Dr. Miles is one of the major reasons I am in med school. At first I couldn't take him or his motivational speaches seriously, but he knows EXACTLY what he is talking about. I killed the Orgo on MCAT and still remember his lessons 3 years later in med school biochem. Orgo is tough,(get used to it :) but you'll learn how to work hard to reach goals

Dr. Miles is one of the most motivating teachers I ever had. He is extremely helpful (he held help sessions on M & F) plus his office hours 3 days a week plus SI and SARC. So really you don't have a good excuse to not get an A. His tests were straightforward (as long as you stay in class) and he made class really enjoyable. I loved his metaphors.

He genuinely cares about your education. A combo of methods in book and methods and lecture in Miles, you are set for an A on the exams. The complainers on this forum did not put forth in understanding the material. I am not an einstein and did not study organic 24/7, but i did enough get an A by understanding the material and the lecture.

His exams were not brutal at all. it consisted of 20 or so multiple choice questions and a couple of free response questions that were SIMILAR to the homework and quizzes. if you had a understanding of the material, you could get an A. you shouldn't blame Dr. Miles if you didn't put forth the effort. if you didn't get an A or a B, it's your fault.

Awesome teacher!! Go to class - he doesn't take roll, but if you miss you will get behind! I study everyday but find his exams exactly as he describes! He will do anything to help you to succeed! I wish ALL my teachers were like him! Take him - most definatley!!!

my favorite professor at UCF, really cares about his students

Professor Miles does his best to teach you a very difficult subject. Organic requires a lot of work and if you are willing to put in the effort, an A is very achievable in this class. Nobody can spoon feed you this class; Miles tries the hardest of the profs at UCF. I am taking him again for organic 2. Great guy who cares a lot.

By far the best professor I've had at UCF. Chemistry has always been a difficult subject for me and he made Organic understandable and interesting. His class requires a lot of work if you want to succeed. I liked that he gave homework and quizzes were directly from homework problems so you were rewarded if you studied what he suggested.

Dr. Miles is an exceptionally awesome professor! I recommend him for any and all courses because he knows how to teach and cares about the student's education. Please do not slack, but work hard, because those who work hard shall prosper. :) Attend class, review notes, read chapter(s), there's a lot of memorization so repeat, program your brain!

His chem class will teach you HOW TO LIVE! Miles is extremely fair and expects you to work as a college student, which seems to be difficult for a lot of students. If you put in the work, you will get an A.

Was terrified of Organic chemistry before I was introduced to Dr. Miles. He is a wonderful professor, motivating and really wants you to ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS! The class itself is hard but an A is possible with hard work and dedication. Yes, he practices tough love but he is one of the best professors ive had at UCF. take his class!!

Wonderful professor! He really cares about his students and will recognize you as a hard worker :) I was scared of any kind of chemistry but he explained it well and it was easy to understand. He gives HW quizzes, which count toward the next test, so as long as you follow what he assigns, you'll never fall behind. Definitely recommend!

He is a super nice and helpful person. That being said, he has no patience for lazy people. Took this class twice, didn't keep up with HW and missed a test because I was sick the first time and got a D. The second time, I got great grades because I kept up with the work. He wants you to get an A and will help you if he sees you working. TAKE HIM!

Organic chem is difficult for most people by default. That being said, Miles seems to be hit or miss. There are tons of helps sessions and lectures are informative, but tests can be tricky. You will have to devote a lot of time at home reading and doing homework. I thought he was a great professor but if his style doesn't work for you switch asap.

It is not an easy subject so don't expect it to come easily. In class, he can be a little chaotic but you'll learn more in his weekly help sessions. Quizzes come exactly from the assigned homework! Grades are made up of the tests and quizzes with the quizzes being ~25% of the test grade. To get an A, make flashcards and practice a lot!

The class is not hard but you will have to work! Be sure to ACTIVELY WORK problems. Do well on quizzes because they go towards your exam grade. Go to his help sessions and attend class because he basically tells you what will be tested. Work the old exams he gives you as they are very similar to the actual exam. Start off strong & you'll be fine!

Dr. Miles is the most outstanding Professor I've ever had. Courteous, brilliant, humble, and pushes you to succeed. You will learn what you need to ace the MCAT if you listen and do what he tells you. 44 years teaching the same subject makes him an expert, indeed!

Dr. Miles is an excellent professor. Organic chemistry is all about repetition and you can get an A. He grades fair and his tests are fair. I studied atleast an hour everyday for Orgo I and II and did his quizzes and hw and I was golden for the tests. Great professor so definitely take him!

He is a hard professor but he's great at teaching! He has a passion for this subject and relates it to people and life in general which is great. He has high expectations for his students but thats great for us! Miles is a great motivator and wants you to learn and succeed.

Dr. Miles is honestly the best professor I have ever had. He makes you work incredibly hard, and push yourself to limits you can't imagine. I took him for orgo 1 and orgo 2 and I highly recommend that you take him. You will learn organic chemistry. He is incredibly helpful, and has help sessions after class each week. TAKE HIM!!

Took him for both orgo 1 & 2. He's one of my favorite professors. He's clear on his expectations and so willing to help his students. He actually cares and gets to know his students. He offers many office hours and help sessions. He motivates you and engages the class. His tests can be hard but as long as you put in the effort, you should get an A.

Dr. Miles is my favorite professor at UCF. He really cares about his students and is incredibly passionate about Organic Chemistry! That being said, this class is not easy. You have to work your butt off and study really hard to get an A, however, a B is manageable if you study hard. Study sessions and quizzes count as part of the test .

A great professor. He wants everyone to achieve their goals by putting in hard work. That being said, this class is far from easy and requires a great deal of time. You will use the textbook ALOT.

Dr. Miles is definitely one of the hardest professors at UCF. However, he does seem to care and you can get help. This is not an easy A or even an easy B or C class. You have to work as hard for a B or C in this class as you would an A in any other typical science class.

Dr. Miles is exactly the type of professor universities need. He is smart, hard working, humble, &caring. He will work with your grade if you show him you work hard. Practice, practice, practice! Go to help sessions! I didn't have to study orgo for the MCAT AT ALL because of how well Dr. Miles preps; you'll think it is a joke compared to his class!

Dr. Miles treats you as his equal, but demands the same respect in return. This can be a manageable A so long as you go to EVERY (or majority of) lecture, help session and even some office hours. He is the best professor I've ever had, regardless of how difficult he is, totally worth it.

YOU MUST DO THE HOMEWORK AND READ. These 2 things are essential to an A in his class; I would recommend going to his lectures because he has specific ways he wants you to do things and he'll give handouts. If you go to his help sessions and he learns your name, you are golden. I didn't think the course was hard, just time consuming.

Tough professor! He expects you to know EVERYTHING in the chapters for his exams. He gives weekly quizzes off the homework problems. Tests are tough but doable if you understand every concept in the chapter. Not an easy A but it is doable!

I don't understand why everyone is complaining about this class. Students should know going into this class that it will be difficult, however, if you put in the time, you should get an A no problem. I put in 2-3 hours a day for this class. time flies when working on the problems, though.

This is not an easy class, but when is organic chem ever? Miles makes the class interesting and links it to the real world. He does, however, "preach" to the class a little too much sometimes instead of teaching. My suggestions: read the chapters the weekend before, do all the problems in the textbook (quizzes straight from HW), go to his reviews!

Miles is really nice and works really hard to see students succeed. If you work hard, read the book, and UNDERSTAND the material, you will pass. Lectures and his extra help sessions are practically mandatory, because he gives test advice during these times. Tests and quizzes are returned during the next class period.

The class is tough, but very doable. Read the book, do all of the practice problems and homeworks. Make flash cards and attend help class and help sessions. Dr. Miles is a wonderful professor who wants you to do well.

a bit tough, but just wants to see you succeed. If you're struggling go to office hours and he'll be happy to help. Gives weekly ch quizzes that are directly from the homework and writes ch summarys to simplify the text. Go to class, go to reviews & read the text. Had him for Orgo 1&2, but 2 will be hard w him if you didn't take him for 1

Hard, but very good professor. Learned a lot. Go to his reviews! Reach chapters and do homework weekend before. Don't mess up on quizzes--count as part of your test grade. Study ALL reactions once a week. I suggest doing homework multiple times; helps with test and quizzes. Go to his office hours, ask questions and get to know him, he's awesome!

He truly cares so much about his students. He is hard, but he is fair. Before each test he gives out practice exams that he gave in the past to study from. And usually the same type questions will be on the test. He gives out quizzes which are the exact problems from the book. I would not take him for orgo 2 if you did not have him for orgo 1

You teach YOURSELF everything. I made an A in both classes by studying assigned homework problems. I never took notes in class, because I always read the book and took note. I only recommend going to class for his handouts because they show up on test. His organic 2 exams are long, so pace yourself or you will not finish like 50% of my class did.

Loved Dr. Miles as a professor, doing the (not mandatory) homework is very very helpful and all quizzes and 10 points of every test is 100% directly from the homework, I would suggest doing it at least 3 times to memorize and understand the answers. The tests are tough but this is a VERY fair class and he tests on what he teaches. Cares a lot!

Best professor for orgo. Very fair tests and grading. You get the grade you earn! You will have to try hard but your work will pay off. He gives crazy curves which is great. Be prepared to read and do the homework but if you try its an easy A. You can't expect to not try in an orgo II class but this will be the easiest A you can get for the class.

I was aspiring to get into vet school (even harder to get in then). I took O chem at UCF before moving to UF. I wanted a smaller school. I met my best friend in dr miles class. he pushed and inspired us to work hard. we both got in! both vets now 20 yrs. He taught us to learn on our own. then use him for the details. What an inspiration!