He is a great teacher. He does a wonderful job of breaking down subjects so you can understand them. His craziness can be funny, but can also get annoying. He does tons of demos during class cause he really wants you to learn. Study a lot for the tests cause they are HARD!

He is an excellent professor but this is not an easy class. He loves his job and is willing to do what he needs for you to get the grade you want.

He is the best teacher i've ever had!! This man's genius~ He really want to help us and try so hard to inspire us. Great lecture~ he's very funny too ^^ take it from him!! but do study coz it's not an easy class~

Dr. Macedone is the man! His lectures are always entertaining. You can choose 1 of 3 grading plans. Not everything he covers in lecture is what we need to know for the test and he could use the time more effectively. His tests are also pretty tough but I guess it's the same in any chemistry class. Great teacher! Highly Recommended!

Guessing by the comments of 106 maybe he's not so great at lower division teaching in a big classroom but he was a great prof. for 223, he really tried to keep our interest and the class was so useful. It was a little hard to guess how the tests were going to be but he was pretty fair and the reviews he did in class were a good reflection of exams.

Prof Macedone is awesome! Any chemistry class will be challenging, but Professor Macedone does a really great job helping us to understand the concepts! He's a great guy and really cares about us!

Great lecturer--many actual funny moments. His tests? Barbaric! Be prepared to work your hardest for a B+. It's all about learning basic concepts and testing as hard as possible from that. Plan AT LEAST 3 hours in the testing center. I would've rather taken another teacher (and I've been content with every other teacher I've had this year.)

Macedone isn't as bad as people make him sound. His tests ARE difficult, but I scored more than 90% on all of them because I studied and did the homework. I'm anticipating an A for the class. The people who are angry didn't like having to work hard for a good grade. I found Macedone a little unprofessional at times, but this wasn't a bad class.

Good guy and good lecturer. However, he tests you on things that are harder than what is taught. He knows this and feel it is ok and you should magically know how to do problems that are much harder than what you went over in class. Liked everything but the tests, which are the biggest chunk of the grade. Not as good as my Chem 105 teacher.

Great professor. Lectures are awesome, I actually looked forward to going to class! TA's are necessary - use them. Dr. M also has tons of office hrs though, so use them too! Don't let him intimidate or demean you. He just has a different sense of humor but he really does want to help and is actually quite personable. It IS possible to get do well!

I loved his class. I see him as one of the greatest teachers ever. He did exciting things in class that helped you remember what we went over in class. He also did a good job of applying chemistry to daily life. When I went to ask him for help he asked me questions which got me to think about it myself and be better prepared for tests.

Liked the professor a lot! Great guy hard class though. I think he is a great teacher for how difficult the class is. Best of luck!

Macedone is a great professor who cares about each of his students. This is a tough class, so the easiness rating is not really a reflection of his ability to teach. I didn't study as much as I could have, but I still studied a fair amount and found every test to be very difficult, so he is a tough tester. All in all, I would recommend him.

Not sure why people say he doesn't care about his students. He's energetic, funny, and maybe a bit sarcastic, but he's the NICEST and most helpful professor ever. He's probably the best professor I've had in three years at BYU. His classes ARE hard though, especially the tests--so study a ton and don't get behind, and ask for help often.

Chemistry is hard! I thought I hated chemistry until this class, he makes it super interesting and fun and I loved class. But it's really hard. Each test is like an AP test! He is a great teacher though, it's just the material that's hard so give him a break

Dr. Macedone is a really good teacher. He makes lecture's very interesting with awesome visuals. His tests are the hardest tests I have taken in my entire LIFE! As long as you read before class and form a study group with multiple people you should be fine. Chemistry is hard normally, but his tests are ridiculously hard. SO HARD!

Dr. Macedone is an incredible professor! I don't really like Chem that much, but he made it interesting. Tests were hard, but satisfying when you get a good grade after studying. He is totally dedicated to his students, always hears everyone out. I added the class on the add/drop deadline and he totally worked with me to get me caught up! Great guy

Dr. Macedone was an amazing professor. He made class funny and worth going to. I didn't read the textbook at all but I did do all of the homework and went to almost all of the recitation times with the TA. With all of that I thought the exams were not that difficult. He prepares you for them by giving you practice problems. Do them!

I got by without studying for a test until the 4th which i did bad on but other than that the class was easy. Lectures were boring but the recitations were great with the TA.

I don't know why people are conplaining so much about him. His class is fun and not hard AS LONG AS YOU DO YOUR READING. If you do your part, it should not be that bad. I agree the test average was low, I still got A's for all of them. he is a really guy.

Dr. Macedone makes Chemistry fun and interesting. His tests are hard and he doesn't curve them but he almost always curves everyone's grade at the end. Not an easy A, you have to work for it and do your reading. Great professor though. Sincerely wants to help students.

Hard Class, Awesome Professor. I heard a lot of crap about him before I took his class but he's actually a great guy. Lectures are interesting, even though I'm not a big fan of chemistry. He's a funny guy. You definitely have to keep up with the reading and homework, but if you stay on track, you'll be fine. If you're willing to work, choose him.

Great guy and fun lectures. Tests were beasts though. Need to know your math to be able to do the calculations. I didn't do so hot in his course but I feel that was my bad.

Macedone is awesome. Seriously, the tests are not as bad as everyone says, very reasonable and doable, just know your stuff. Judging by reviews, looks like he may have had one bad semester a while back, but from what I see he has work everything out. Take Chem from him, you won't regret it.

Awesome professor and does care about his students. Tests were difficult because they were not similar to homework and usually applied many different concepts in one problem. If you are willing to work and good at problem solving I would recommend this professor.

This Guy is the Absolute Best Chem teacher I have ever had! When I was in high school I hated every second of my chemistry class, but doctor Macedone made every class exciting. some complain about the test, but i don't think they worked very hard on the homework because that always prepared me well. It was a challenging but it is college chemistry

This guy is the man. Lectures were great! People who complained about the tests weren't using the resources they had because homework and lecture slides prepared me well. Its true that test questions weren't necessarily identical to homework problems..but seriously, were you expecting them to be? The point is, take Macedone, stop thinking about it!

I had very mixed feelings. Good lecturer, but tests are unreasonably difficult. I averaged 4.5 hours per test and got 80s. The final was actually my best grade. Final overall grade was an A-, but the .15% curve was almost insulting. Chem 105 was easy for me, this class was not. Take Linford if you care about your grade.

Hardest thing about the class is the time commitment. The material is essentially a review from 105/106. Macedone does a great job holding your interest and explaining things. All test questions are based on his necessary skills list- study those and you'll do great. Lab portion is fun if you have a good attitude, otherwise it can suck.

Macedone is a really great teacher. The reason his tests aren't easy is because they require you to have actually put some effort into learning the material. So you have to decide whether you came to college to get easy A's, or to put in the effort and learn something. If you want to learn, take Macedone. Do the work and your grade will be fine.

I was nervous about Chem 223, but Dr. Macedone made it very manageable. The material was challenging at times, but he worked hard to make sure you understood the concepts. Labs were long but we did some pretty cool things in there. Dr. Macedone is super helpful!

Dr. Macedone is one of the best professors I've had at BYU. He really cares about the material as well as his students. He lets you know when his office hours are and tells you to come often and he means it. If you ever get a chance to meet with you personally you will see how caring he is. His tests are long and hard but they are fair.

This was a difficult class, but Professor Macedone is the BEST teacher I have ever had. He is passionate about the subject, and he legitimately cares about his students. He is kind and approachable. His tests are difficult, but if you study, you can do well.

Good experience. I feel can be a better lab person after taking this. 6 hrs a week in lab kis crazy.

Interesting, ton of work, decent class.

I went to his office for help which saved me on the first exam. He helped me out without making me feel stupid. approachable too.

He not only teaches but also helps you learn to care about the subject. He is willing & WANTS to help every one of his students. He is so approachable!! He has a reputation for hard tests but newsflash, chemistry is HARD. His averages are the same as everyone else's and his tests are no harder than any other chem test I've taken. LOVE Dr. Macedone!

Always save my comments until the last day of class. Good class overall, needs more explosions tho

Macedone is an incredibly lecturer. I learned so much by just attending class. He is helpful and nice. Everyone says his tests are super hard but I compared them to other teachers's tests and found them not only reasonable but he also prepares you really well by giving you practice tests. Don't be scared, you will love the class, just work hard!

Dr. Macedone is very underrated. I would recommend taking Chem 106 from him to anyone. Amazing lecturer with a passion for the subject that's just contagious.

Agree with the last person. I actually liked it and use the necessary skills list. Explosions were cool.

Dr. Macedone was and excellent professor and probably my favorite so far. He was extremely accommodating and friendly. While I didn't get the grade that I would have liked, I do not at all attribute that to anything Dr. Macedone did. He is probably the best teacher I have ever had and I would recommend him to anyone in a heartbeat.

He is my favorite Chem Professor ever. Probably my favorite professor ever period. His homework prepares you for the tests, and I learned so much more than in other chem classes. TAKE FROM HIM YOU WONT REGRET IT!!!!

Macedone is a great teacher and I really loved his class. I wish I had studied more so I could've done better but there is plenty of ways to get help if you need it.

Macedone is the man! Love this dude. He really cares about his students and wants all of them to do well. I strongly encourage everyone to go to him during his office hours for additional help. I'm sad others didn't have a positive experience in some of his classes...but he is still one of the best lecturers/communicators I've ever met.

Nice guy and helpful.

Macedone was AMAZING!! By far the best professor I have ever had! You have to put in a good amount of work because you will have a lot of tests. He drops a couple though, so don't stress. Homework and class attendance count for a lot(it raised my grade 8%). Definitely take from him! He is super excited about the subject and it is infectious.

He is a very talented professor no doubt. However, I found the grading to be a bit unfair. He is really helpful and approachable, but his tests are almost impossibly hard. They are the kind of tests where you study for hours and hours and can barely pull off a C. Unfortunately the class is not curved.

Really interesting lectures, incredibly charismatic and engaging. If you want to retain the information, take 106 from Macedone. Did 13 exams this semester, which meant a lot of work, but I learned a ton also.

Engaging entertainer. He gets the information across well but has impossibly hard tests that you cannot prepare for in any way. Then no curve. The final exam is also worth 30% of your grade which is stupid. Willing to work with you to a point. Doesn't realize that you have other classes/work/family/sleep which are more important. Try someone else.

I think a good teacher. He does make you go class (iclicker). Average score on test is about 70-75. Loved fire in clsss, but no mastering chemistry. He was fun, my ta was very helpful, but don't do 8am section.

Fantastic teacher! Passionate about learning and teaching, inspired others, helped me to remember that I love chem after bad experience in 105, kept good focus, helpful/encouraging, a LOT of tests (but they help in the long run), lectures engaging and helpful. Go to class AND TA sessions. Hard work, but worth it. LOVED teacher & class.

Dr. Macedone is awesome. I am not sure why people complained in the past about his tests. I feel like he prepared us well for them. Would recommend.

His class is tough, but he loves the subject and is willing to help if you ask. Very personable and willing to give you attention. Great class, and he does a great job. Will take him for Chem 223. Don't think you can get an A without working for it, though.

Best Chemistry professor I've ever had! His teaching style is very clear and entertaining. Tests are extremely difficult, average of 67-70%, but that's how Chemistry is. You take 14 tests during the semester, 1 or maybe 2 each week, which can be overwhelming, but you'll know the material better than any of the other kids in other classes.

Dr. Macedone is very passionate and loves what he does. His lectures are great and entertaining because that is just his personality. He does really care about the students and is very approachable. There were 13 "mini tests" and I got tired of studying and going to the testing center by about the 7th test. Other than that I LOVED his class

The class was fine. I studied, took the 13 tests, and did good. My friends and I studied together and we all are being good grades.

Amazing teacher. You must attend each lecture, and do the reading before each class. If you do both of those you will get an easy A or B. He really cares about his students, so go talk to him. He loves to help students, and helps understand hard concepts. He has a lot of tests, but its nice because it breaks the material up in do-able parts.

Love him! Cares about his students, super enthusiastic, and a great teacher to boot. Several small-ish tests so you can make up for a bad first exam (even with a grading scheme that doesn't recognize improvement). I also recommend 223 to anyone looking to do any kind of lab work. It'll teach you good lab practice and some great foundational skills.

Dang this class is stressful. Manageable if you stay very on top of it. You have about a test a week and they aren't easy. Realistically an A is attainable, I got an A- and worked my butt off. I would recommend Lindford if your main concern is your grade (better curve) Chem 106 at BYU is probably going to be a pain no matter who your teacher is.

This comment below was not completely accurate. I just had a miscommunication. He is a good teacher.

Macedone is by far the best professor I've had. He is always there for you, even if it has nothing to do with chemistry. My favorite thing about him is that when you ask him a question, he will answer it but then check to make sure that you actually understood it and that he phrased it well. He is also hilarious and really really helpful.

Prof Macedone is a great teacher! He is energetic and exciting. I actually enjoy going to class, even though there is a love/hate relation between me and Chemistry. If you are unsure which professor to take Chem 106 from, take it from Macedone. P.S. his tests are super difficult.

I was hardcore struggling with personal stuff when I took this class, but I went to talk to Macedone and it was probably the best interaction I've ever had with a professor. I was sobbing in his office and he was super kind and forgiving of my situation. I'm going to retake the class from him next year when I am in a better place mentally.

Lectures are very difficult to understand, and tests are trying to apply everything you have learned by testing on things we haven't seen. He calls them 6 "mini tests" but I spent just as long in the testing center taking those exams as I did any other midterm. Very hard class and wouldn't suggest taking him unless you have an easy schedule

Best professor I've had. Cares about the students and you doing well. Always willing to help and prepares you well for the exams. Just like every other chemistry class, it is hard. But know the stuff on the necessary skills list, study hard, and you can get an A. He is passionate about chemistry and helps you to be too.

I've been to the office hours most of the semester. I've been helped a lot. My grades have gotten better, but it is still hard. Good teacher, good class. Like my ta too. I'm no Chen major tho

This is a difficult course, but I enjoyed it far more than CHEM105. Professor Macedone is a wise man who wants to help as much as he can and gives himself completely to the course. He was helpful when I needed it, but was also stern and challenging and made me work for my grade. There is an emphasis on learning and growth, not on grades.

Professor Macedone's class is awesome. Everything is so organized and well-laid out, and there are a lot of points that get dropped so the pressure is never too high on any test/assignment. The 6 "mini-tests" are painless and easy provided you review the Necessary Skills List. Just show up, enjoy the lectures, and get an A.

Dr. Macedone's lectures are very entertaining. He's a funny guy. There is a "mini test" about every two weeks. They are tough, but one is dropped. The final is worth about 3 or your "mini tests," so it can really save you or hurt you. Something to know before hand is that you can NOT review past exams. difficult (as expected), but overall good.

I was waiting until the grades came out to say this, but I got my A.

Very entertaining, enthusiastic about the subject, and has great life advice lectures that he throws in about once per test. His tests are just difficult versions of everything he lectures on and has homework for. Know the nuances of each kind of problem, because to get a good grade you need to know them. Though funny, kind of unapproachable.

Dr. Macedone is an amazing professor! His lectures are super interesting, and he truly cares about his students and the subject. He gives 6 mini tests (all multiple choice) which is nice because you have less material per test. However, I felt less and less prepared for the tests as the semester went on. Make sure you go over the necessary skills

Dr. Macedone is very passionate about what he teaches, which makes the class more enjoyable. However, there is a lot of material to cover with plenty of assignments to keep you busy. There is a balance between understanding math and understanding principles. Probably your best choice for this class.

Dr Macedone is a good teacher and instructor. The class has a lot of material conceptually in addition to plenty of math. Go to lecture, go to recitations, and ask plenty of questions. He's a great guy and very funny.

Dr. Macedone is a really great person. We had 6 mini tests. Because there are so many of them, one of the tests is dropped. I did horribly on a test so I went to talk to him. He took the time to talk to me and believed in me. I got 100% on the next test and an A in the class. He made me want to be a professor to inspire students the way he does.

Difficult class, but Dr. Macedone is very willing to work with/help his students. Make sure to expose yourself to the material before each lecture and stay on top of the homework. There are about 6 exams and a midterm (about every other week). He wont let you see the exam after you've taken it, but will let you know the concept of each question.

It was hard. LOTS of "mini tests" NOT MINI. They still take like two hours each. But he's super quirky in a funny way. I really enjoyed this class

Even though this was one of the hardest classes I've ever taken, it has also been my favorite. Dr. Macedone truly cares about his students and will take the time to get to know you. I've never had a more fun, more caring, more accessible professor. If you learn best by listening to lectures, then Dr. Macedone is your man!

Great educator. Does a good job at helping you learn in class. A lot of iClickers, don't need the text book, a lot of chemical reactions (which is super fun), full of energy. Lots of homework though. Overall, a great teacher

I really enjoyed this class, the material is difficult and the tests are difficult as well, but Dr. Macedone is a great teacher and really cares about his students. He is always willing to answer questions you have. There are a lot of midterms over the course of the semester, so be prepared to spend a lot of time on this class.

Just took the final. Relieved, but it was about what I expected. It was like mid-terms. It's chemistry people, go to see the explosions, study to get your A. BTW, make sure you listen to your TA.

The 6 mini-tests help you master the concepts a lot better than having 2 midterms would. Questions on the tests were often not questions we discussed in class, but if you're good at analytical thinking then you'll be able to figure most of them out.

First things first, Chem 106 will be hard whoever you take it from. I'm a big fan, funny guy with interesting lectures where he relates the concepts to real life, but his tests were tough. When there are tests with a D+ average then something is wrong... Not being able to review your tests doesn't allow you to improve, but 1 gets dropped

Dr. Macedone was an amazing professor who really cared about Chemistry and made you really learn about how it was all around you. He also tied in amazing spiritual thoughts every now and then and he just really cares about his classes. Chemistry is tough, like always, but he and his TA's are AMAZING and they will help you no matter what.

I like that I learned how to be careful with my lab work. I liked regular contact with Dr. Macedone, even though he really cares about sig. figs. This prof. and class changed how I do things in the lab. I'm better for it, but make no mistake, this was alot of work!

Really relatable guy. Science is cool, and I liked this class. It was a lot of lab hours.

He is passionate about chemistry. This class is a lot of math, which I loved doing. There are daily smartwork assignments that are do to help you practice the material, as well as 6, 20 question tests. He drops one of the tests in the end. He's tricky and will test your knowledge, you need to know your stuff. This is a chemistry class, so work.

I llike this one class. Good teacher.

He is an extremely funny guy, but at the same time, helps all people, chemistry lovers or not, to enjoy his class. It's built to keep your attention and he really understand the struggle a student has learning this stuff. It's not something you can passively do, but it isn't impossible to pass with a good grade. He brings emotion and inspiration.

Dr. Macedone's enthusiasm for Chemistry is contagious. Like all BYU Gen Chem classes, this class is a lot of work, and he's a tough grader, but I think the experience is well worth your time. I felt like I really learned the material and was better for it, and Dr. Macedone is one of the most wonderful people you'll ever meet.

Macedone has a passion for chemistry that is contagious. If you can stay on top of the material then chemistry isn't too bad. He gives 6 midterms (the last being the last day of class, right before finals) and drops your lowest. He gives plenty of opportunity for extra credit. Macedone is super helpful outside of class as well if you are struggling

This class was very straight forward and the lectures were great. I never read the textbook and just studied the slides, did Smartwork, and talked to the TAs. I averaged 96% on the 6 tests with just that. He also gives extra credit!! There are 6 tests, but all Chem 106 classes are doing 6 tests now. It was much easier than Chem 105.

After the last day of class I realized how much even though it wasn't my major, I 've enjoyd this class. I liked the instructors passion about teaching, that helped me stay interested throughout the class. The class is hard, but all my classes at BYU are hard. I hear a lot of students complaining about working for it, and that's just college..

Though he touches on some topics more effectively than others, Dr. Macedone is a very competent professor. Tests range from medium to difficult and require a thorough understanding of the concepts. Since there are so many tests though, it's easy to burn out near the end, but stick with it! You won't regret it.

Dr. Macedone is such a good teacher! I really enjoyed being in his class. He makes the lectures very engaging. There are a lot of tests, just be aware.

Dr. Macedone is a great professor and he's very enthusiastic and hilarious. He really tries to make lectures fun and I was actually able to learn a lot from him. There are a lot of tests and I probably would've gotten an A- if I hadn't of bombed the final, even though I got about 100% on all the other assignments. Great class, Chem is always hard.

Prof Macedone is SO AMAZING. He is such a funny guy who has a true passion for not only chemistry, but his students. He really cares about your success and understanding of content. Never hesitant to take advantage of his office hours if you're ever in need. His tests are kinda the worst, but you walk out of the class really learning something.

Dr. Macedone is a great professor. He cares about how students learn. Chem 227 is a hard course regardless of the professor, but Dr. Macedone tries to make up for it with great lectures and ample time to talk through problem students experience. He is in it for the students. If you match his energy, this class is a great experience.

Chem 227 was hard, but Dr. Macedone made it enjoyable. The class is "under construction," I liked the class. I can recommend him and the class.

Dr Macedone made Chem 106 an even better class for me. His lectures were helpful for learning the material, and he used iClickers to register participation in class. His tests were difficult but doable. He is very willing to help you learn the material during class and outside of class. He also made lectures a fun experience.

Dr. Macedone is one of the best professors on campus! I loved this class. The concepts are hard, but he doesn't try to trick you. Macedone wants you to succeed and it's very clear. You have to put in the work, but his lectures are super helpful. I learned so well from him, he's so passionate about what he teaches. I highly recommend his class!

Dr. Macedone was awesome! He is so enthusiastic about what he teaches, it's contagious. He actually cares about his students too. He would go around to the groups during lab answering questions and making sure our experiments were going well.

Dr. Macedone is a solid guy. He is funny, energetic, caring, but he really pushes you to learn. I didn't really like his class, but he did a good job at making it not-so-sad.

Fantastic! Engaging, passionate lectures, loves chemistry and wants you to succeed. Don't EVER skip class or even be a few minutes late. Approachable, and explains things well. Exams fluctuate in difficulty, but you will absolutely have to work for a good grade. Not an easy class, but he drops a lot of grades, and he and TAs are extremely helpful

Professor Macedone is a good choice for Chem106. He understands and explains all of the material very well. The class is difficult because of the subject matter but he doesn't try to trick or confuse you on assignments or exams. He has several mini-tests throughout the semester so each one is weighted less and helps you see your progress.

Dr. Macedone is incredible. Seriously the best lecturer I have ever seen and definitely has more energy than any professor I've had. The concepts can be hard, but his expectations are extremely clear. He really wants you to succeed and he is so passionate about what he teaches. 10/10 would recommend to everyone.

This man deserves a 5.0. His lectures were so entertaining, yet so informational. I enjoyed all of them and was actually interested in the subject I thought I would be trudging through. He is so funny and teaches difficult concepts in such a clear way. I high A's on all the midterms and bombed the final, so study for that lol.

Dr. Macedone is a great guy and is obviously very passionate about chemistry. His lectures were engaging and interesting. However, make sure that if you take this class you are prepared to study hard for every test and especially the final if you want to do well. He swears that he's not trying to trick us on any of his exams, but I feel otherwise.

if you are taking chem 106 he is the best professor you can get! He teaches things very well in a way that you can understand it. If you know what is on his slides and can do all of the problems on his practice tests he gives in class the day the exams open you will be golden! There are a lot of midterms but it was really nice for pacing yourself.

Dr. Macedone is incredible! Take him for CHEM 106!!!!! He teaches using a lot of demonstrations, applies Chemistry to the real world, and uses a lot of great techniques to help you understand what's going on. I loved this class! He drops 3 quizzes, 10% of iclicker quizzes, and even a test, so one bad score will not hurt your grade.

I cannot express how much I loved having Dr. Macedone as my prof this semester. He is definitely one of my favourite profs that I have had at BYU. He is funny, but still super respectable. He is super invested in helping his students do well, even if he does administer a lot of tests. SOOO fantastic, can't say enough good things about him!! :)

Great and Engaging Teacher. Graded on attendance, try not to miss a lecture, this class builds on previous things taught. Tests are difficult, study each unit, again this class builds on itself so it's important to understand each part before moving on to the next. Macedone moves quick in lecture, but again, very engaging.

I was unable to finish the course due to health issues, but I took the course for about half of the Winter 2019 semester. Dr. Macedone was very kind and caring, and worked with me personally when I struggled. He is easily one of the most caring professors I have had at BYU, and if you plan on taking CHEM106, take it from him.

Macedone may have been the best professor I've ever had. Not my favorite, but the best. He is so organized, has an incredible energy, and cares greatly about each student. He can be harsh though, and relying on group members you can't pick is frustrating. The class is brutal, but I can't imagine how much worse it would be with an average professor.

PROFESSOR MACEDONE is my favorite BYU professor this far. He is extremely funny, and is an amazing teacher. Chem 106 with him was loads easier than Chem 105, but you still have to work for it. Class is graded test heavy (6 or 7 exams), but if you study and take your time to do the work and understand the material, the class is great. TAKE HIS CLASS

Dr. Macedone is very nice and his lectures are amazing. Chem106 is very hard and requires a lot of work. This class has 6-7 tests. His tests are very hard. The most frustrating thing is you are not able to review tests. Dr. Macedone personally helped me so much and was very kind during a very hard time in my life. He is on our side and helpful.

Dr. Macedone is the bomb diggity! He's so great not just because he's hilarious or energetic, but because he really cares about his students. He always asks for questions, never speeding through the material. He makes a brutal class like this one loads better. Get ready to learn. This class is an investment!

Macedone was the GREATEST professor I have had at BYU so far. He was so caring and willing to go over difficult concepts. The TA's were also super caring and willing to meet with me. I did go to the Chemistry Tutorial Lab often too! On top of all the resources, this man actively sought out ways to HELP his students. I want to TA for this man!

I love Professor Macedone! He is so supportive of his students. He understands that chemistry is hard and gives grace where he can. His lectures are always very entertaining, and if you have a good TA, you'll understand the material just fine. I wish I could take more classes from him.

I loved Dr. Macedone. His class was a beast and his tests were extremely hard but he really pushes you to think outside the box and he cares about his students. If you take 106, take it from him! I cant say enough good things about him. Chem 106 is hard however you slice it but if you have to take it might as well take it from him.

He has such a huge love for the subject and his students. His lectures are both hilarious and information packed, because CHEM 106 has a ridiculous amount of material to cover. His goal is for you to understand the concepts yourself, so the tests are deliberately hard in order to make you stretch and grow. Loved his class.

Dr. Macedone is an amazing professor. He and Dr. Hansen team-teach analytical chemistry and make an otherwise boring class incredibly interesting and entertaining. Especially if you compare this one to other chemistry courses, this class will become your favorite class. Lectures are fun and the course is set ip for you to succeed at every turn.

Dr. Macedone is one of the very best professors I've had while at BYU. He is incredibly persistent about becoming a better lecturer and it shows. He cares deeply about student welfare and success, and I have never seen a faculty member of any department give so many opportunities to succeed. He is truly a gem in the chemistry department.

The world doesn't deserve Dr Macedone. He is VERY prompt with using class time. He likes having fun in class while still focusing on teaching. iClicker points in class so you'll need to go. Learning Suite Tests&Quizzes. Smartwork homework. Final + 5 20 question tests that are open book¬e, closed internet.

HE IS AMAZING! The best professor I've ever had at BYU. Some people get frustrated because Chem 106 is a hard class, but he makes it the best it can possibly be. He actually made me want to come to class because his lectures were so engaging and hilarious! He is on the students' side and does all he can to help us succeed. Great guy and professor.

Professor Macedone is by far the best option for CHEM 106. His lectures are very clear and very enticing. While there are multiple online assignments throughout the week, his tests were open note and he prepared us very well for them. He is funny, VERY caring, and incredibly inspiring. He changed my attitude toward chemistry for the better.

Professor Macedone is one of the best professors I've had. His lectures are incredible, and he isn't afraid to change his lesson plan in the middle of class if he can see that the clas isn't getting it. Although there is a lot of homework and exams, he prepares you well. He is clear in his expectations and doesn't try to trick you on tests.

My major and emphasis are extremely heavy with math and sciences classes, but from these classes I have learned that the most important attribute a professor can have is passion for their subject. Dr. Macedone loves what he does and you will learn so much if you are willing to put forth the effort. I highly recommend taking 106 from him!

Hands down the best chem professor I have ever had. He is a little quirky, but his lecture are great and his material makes sense. take it from him if you can cause he is the best

This class is hard. However, Dr. Macedone make his lectures easy to understand and is a very good teacher. Lectures are always interesting and engaging. Come to class!! He does his tests in a "mini-test" style, which means more tests than your average class. You can't go over missed questions so studying can be a bit challenging.

For sure a difficult class but Prof Macedone is fair and tries to give his students what they need to succeed. Make sure to read the book before lecture to get an idea of what you will be learning. His tests are difficult, but there are five of them so each counts less and one gets dropped which helps. Overall a difficult class but I learned a lot.

Didn't turn in a single homework assignment in on time yet still got 100% on the homework.

I love how he teaches and makes lectures lively! The TA reviews and his PPTs help for the midterms, but the final is 40% of the grade & there's no class-final review, so study in advance! The final was supposed be open-note online, but it switched to the testing center due to cheating, yet he was nice and curved the class afterwards which was nice!

Great teacher. I really enjoyed his class, and he really cares about helping you succeed. The class was very hard, there was a lot of homework, and the tests were very difficult, but nothing was unfair or "tricky," and once you get into the routine it's not too much to handle. Utilize the TAs and go to his office hours and you'll be ok :)

Professor Macedone is an incredible lecturer and teacher. Many students experience academic whiplash when tests begin, as his cheery nature does not translate into his often brutal tests. If you put effort in to his class, you will have an exceptional chemistry experience.

Best CHEM 106 professor no doubt. His lectures are funny and engaging. The material is difficult, but the TAs are your best friend. I didn't read the textbook, but the HW and quizzes are essential for success. The tests are difficult, but he gives you practice tests which are helpful.

I loved Dr. Macedone! He was the most passionate professor I've ever met and wanted students to succeed. I actually wanted to attend class every day. He also did some really cool chemistry demonstrations. 'There were 5 small tests (one dropped) plus a final. The tests definitely weren't easy but if you put in the work, the class isn't too bad

Dr. Macedone is an amazing professor. He demonstrates over and over again that he truly cares about your success. He's amazing with questions and will devote his time to you until you understand it. I didn't do the best in this class but I would say that's due to my own faults and not Dr. Macedone's. He's truly an amazing and kind professor.

Dr. Macedone was my favorite professor. He genuinely cares about his students and he brings lots of examples to class to help his students grasp new material. Don't skip, you won't understand new material. There are 5 midterms but the lowest gets dropped. His tests are hard and only open for 2 days. If you put the work in though you should be fine.

Macedone is a wonderful professor. Lectures are amazing. He's a competent teacher. Practice problems are relevant and help with test prep. Tests are super hard, but I think that is true for every professor in the chem department. Definitely take him! He makes chem enjoyable, and I looked forward to his class.

He's amazing. Very hard class, but he made it very possible. He really knows what he's talking about and he cares about his students a lot. Also, he's an amazing lecturer and super entertaining. 227 is a beast, especially spring term, but Dr. Macedone made it great. You still have to work hard and do things right, but he's always fair.

I always enjoyed the lectures and the energy he brought to class. He was genuine and I enjoyed being in class. The tests were hard, more fair than other chem classes but I still found myself disagreeing with questions I felt were ridiculous. Don't mention things about the test at his office hours or he will flip.

In comparison to the professor I had for Chem 105, Dr. Macedone is very passionate about what he does. The tests were pretty hard though, and you don't get a large window to take them. As one who appreciates frequent demonstrations to engage the class, I liked his efforts to keep us interested, even if the class was too fast-moving at times.

Dr. Macedone is a high-love, high-expectations professor. Some may take his enthusiasm as condescending but I respected his commitment; he wants you to become a good chemist/biochemist. The TA hours are ESSENTIAL, go to them as often as you can for help with the reports and homework because they will practically just give you the answers.

Very entertaining and fun lectures! Need a physical clicker, meaning you have to be in class to get participation points. There is no recorded or Zoom version of the lecture. There are like 5 mini-tests that are mixed free response and multiple choice, but he does drop 1. Also, he doesn't offer practice tests like other professors might, soo yeah.

I would highly recommend Macedone. I have taken 3 other college chem classes and this was the first one I actually enjoyed and found interesting. His lectures are fun and enjoyable if you get into it. If you had a bad mindset then you might not enjoy it, it is what you make it. Exams aren't terrible, it's a just a hard course.

Really does care about his students and gives lots of extra credit opportunities and drops. Tests are free response and hard, but I felt I had been prepared for all but the last one. Definitely will have to do the readings and go to recitation because he doesn't cover topics in-depth during lecture. Overall hard class but Macedone makes it doable.

It just seems like this class is set up for you to not do well. out of 30 students 2 got an A. Memorize the lecture slides for the exams. Typos everywhere and there was a grading error which brought everyone's test grade down after they were posted. Apart from the absurd amount of HW, the experiments are pretty fun. Cool project at the end.

If chem 105 was rough for you, take 106 from Macedone! Less busy work than 105, and his lectures were very entertaining and straightforward. 5 midterms, but there's less content per exam, so honestly not too bad. Do the textbook practice problems and study the lecture slides and you'll be set. Lots of EC throughout the semester. Would recommend!

He understands that chem isn't your only class and has set his course up for you to be successful. The tests are only open for 2 days, but one gets dropped. He also has iclickers for every class so you need to show up. He's one of the best professors I've had at BYU.

Really funny guy. You'll love 106 with him if you: -Don't really care about chemistry, just taking it to fill the req -Like lots of exams -Have oodles of time You won't love it if you: -Care about the why beyond his curriculum (he'll shut you down) -Dislike lots of exams -Have harder classes you want to focus on Be ready to be tested on anything.

I liked Macedone, but his class is harder than other professors. You will do good if you read the textbook. He really cares about your success. Recitation was a waist of time, Our TA wouldn't show up half of the time. Class is graded fairly. If you fall behind you will fail this class, but thats just chemistry.

This is a very challenging class and if you fall behind it is really hard to come back and not fail. Tests are all free response and the questions are very hard/different from the practice questions in lecture. You must go to class for participation credit. Recitation wasn't helpful. Go to the chem lab with TAs to help you! He is very entertaining.

He is very entertaining but doesn't always explain things very well. It is really hard to catch up if you get behind. All 6 tests are free response with questions that are way harder than what is practiced in class. Almost 10% of your grade is going to class. Recitation is not helpful. This is a VERY hard class.

His laugh sounds like King Candy's from Wreck it Ralph. He's a good teacher. Very big on having the students act professionally (listen to his lectures without talking, come and leave on time). His tests are really hard because they aren't multiple choice. He's an entertaining teaching though and if you put the work in you do well.

He puts a ton of effort into his lectures and cares a ton about his students. Class is hard but on par with other Chem classes. Not too much of a course load and as long as you keep up with studying and put in your part it's manageable.

I'm pretty confident that Professor Macedone is clinically insane, but he is also one of the best professors that I have ever had. Cares a ton and puts in a ton of work to help you do the best you can. The easiest chemistry class to get an A in that I have taken so far, but only if you are self-motivated to learn. There isn't a lot of homework.

I initially was nervous to take chem with him based off of these reviews, but he was so much better than what some people say. He is a little silly, but if you can get past some of his quirks he is such a great professor. He knows how to teach, is understanding, and really cares about his students. Work load is very manageable.

Professor Macedone definitely has his quirks, but he's a great professor who genuinely cares about his students. Lectures are engaging and align with exam materials for the most part.Tests are weighted heavily, but one is dropped which is nice.

If I could go back, I would definitely take him again. No chemistry at BYU is easy and honestly he gives you every chance to get a good grade. His final was one of my highest test scores and it was the most straight forward final I have ever taken. You don't need to be the smartest to get an A. Super good guy and fair Professor.

Chem 227 has been completely overhauled and is excellent now! Like seriously, all the complaints of the past (such as the coding nightmares) are addressed. There are far fewer homework assignments, and Dr. Macedone is great at doing everything he can to help you out. Remember that this is still a difficult chem class though; discipline is needed.

Dr. Macedone is such a great professor! He cares deeply for his students and their success. Chem 227 is a very intense class and as a result Dr. Macedone's grading can be seen as tough but it is fair. My tips would be to understand what you are doing before the lab for accuracy scores and take time to study for tests. 8/18 got an A for Sp 2025.

This class was so hard and also so fun! Don't let it scare you. I felt like I nearly died going through it, but it is so fulfilling in the end. Dr. Macedone is super caring and will help in any way he can. He is a great guy. Our class average Spring 2025 was 90.37%. We all worked our tails off, but he made it worth it. I had a great time at QQI!

This class is no joke, but he has made changes recently to make it more doable, and it is indeed doable! Dr. Macedone is high love high expectations. He expects a lot, but also loves and care so much. I would not have made it through this class without him. He is a wonderful person and professor. This class is hard, but he makes it worth it.

Dr. Macedone does his best to ensure that a hard class is very enjoyable. The textbook is available online and free though the BYU library. Tests were a written exam which was pretty chill and an excel spreadsheet which was really difficult, but you had all week to do at home. Do the homework and labs to understand them and you will do well.

Macedone is a wonderful teacher; the class is pretty hard, especially if you're not into math or chemistry, but he did a great job of teaching it in a way that made sense. He's a very funny and kind man, truly passionate about his work. Watch out for the midterms though; they are both frequent and challenging. Make sure to take notes and study up.

This is a good, hard class. In the moment, it's actually fun. You learn so much that by the end, you feel genuinely grateful for the challenges. The professor runs the course like an internship and is incredibly gracious with late points. He holds high expectations, but as long as you show up and put in effort, you're supported and taken care of