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“O'Halloran is significantly harder at Emory”
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OMG! Best GGC Chem Prof on campus HANDS DOWN! Gives extremely light HW (like an hour a weeks worth), genuinely cares for his students and is overwhelming willing to help, weekly quizzes that are open notes, exams are straight from the quizzes, easy labs. Recommend him 100% for an earnable A in Chem! Makes learning Chem easy and pain-free! Take him!
The best professor I've ever had, no doubt. As previously said, he gives weekly quizzes that are open-note and he actually cares about you understanding chemistry. You should take his class.
He is a wonderful professor, definately my favorite professor thus far. His weekly quizzes are open book. As long as you pay attention and take good notes, the class is an easy A. Labs are super easy also. He's always willing to help and doesn't mind explaining the material. TAKE HIM, I'm taking him again next semester for 1212. he's GREAT!
Dr. O'Halloren makes Chemistry easy to understand! Speak in laymen's terms and is very passionate about his teaching, which rubs off on his students. Weekly quizzes are given, but are open notes. So, taking notes on each section before every class is a must, but well worth it in the end. Also, takes test Qs from quizzes! Take him! You won't regret.
professor O'halloran is THE BEST chem teacher at ggc hands down! is work is easy to understand and he helps you with any questions or concerns to fully understand this subject. Take him and you wont regret it! :D
Excellent professor! This guy is one of the best professor at GGC take elementary chemistry with him. Also, do the homework before class and you will have a good grade!!!
All I can say is he is LITERALLY THE BEST FREAKING PROFESSOR IN THE UNIVERSE!Midterm EASY, quizes open notes, labs EASY. He omits alot of material from lab. He is pure fun and devotes his times to students! TAKE HIM TAKE HIM!
He does not hesitate to help his students at all. He loves to see his students passing. No one is failing his class! Just do the homework before class and you are good to go. Labs can be somewhat difficult but he grades generously. Best Chemistry teacher ever! Wished he would teach an upper level Chemistry class.
quiz at the end of every class, but open note. great teacher, very clear and helpful. cares about your future. midterm test is extremely easy! definitely study for the final though! make sure you hand in your lab on time, have your goggles with you, and wear appropriate shoes! :)
If you want a REALLY EASY A in chemistry, this is the professor to take at GGC. All you need to do is the homeworks and show up to class for the quiz on the homework that you did! The only way to really fail this class is not show up and not do any of the homework. TAKE HIM!
He is very helpful. I thought I was going to have a problem learning it but he made us see it in a way that was clear! He goes at a slower pace and is willing to go over any questions you have as many times as you need. I will be taking him for 1212 as well! TAKE HIM!
Honestly, he is a GREAT professor. He is genuinely interested in helping his students to succeed! But make sure to do your homework and class problems before his "exams"! A lot of students make the mistake of being lazy in his course and end up with a B instead of the hard earned A! TAKE HIM TAKE HIM TAKE HIM!
The BEST! Take him, work hard and you will get an A! I wished I worked harder, but I still passed with an 85...imagine if you worked harder! I never studied for the finals or midterms. Don't be like me, his 1212K classes fill up pretty fast, don't miss taking him!
Extremely easy class! But not the best class in terms of actual learning. This class will not prepare you well for standardized tests (in science) or for next level chemistry. I wouldn't recommend this class if you want to pursue career in science/medicine.
Wonderful teacher, it's not that he is easy, it's just that the way that he teaches helps us to understand what to do. WONDERFUL! I would not change a thing.
Absolutely best professor I've ever had. Very enthusiastic about teaching, and willing to do whatever he can for his students. Be prepared for class, and pay attention and you shouldn't make less that an A.
I took him for both Chem 1211 & Chem 1212. As long as you are in class and takes notes you will be fine. Ask him questions if you do not understand he is very good at explaining things. I actually understood and liked Chem because of him. TAKE HIM HE IS A GREAT PROFESSOR!!!
The best CHEMISTRY PROFESSOR EVER! We had only quizzes and labs. The class is a guaranteed A if you do what you are suppose to do. I am a science major/pre-med student and I have to say his class does not prepare you great for the MCAT. His class covers the the bear essentials and alittle bit more. However if you want an A, take his class.
The hands down best professor I have had. He clearly knew all the material inside and out and helped us not only learn the material but apply it as well. I do highly recommend taking this class if you want to retain information and get an easy A at the same time!
Great teacher! cuts out all the extra crap that isn't needed to pass the class and confuse the students, gives you more than enough chances to make sure you pass the class with a high grade, and he's just a nice guy. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
By far the BEST TEACHER AT GGC! He is so good at explaining everything and makes sure you know the material. He teaches u, then lets u work in groups and still helps when u have ?s. Quizes are open note, but tests arent-this helps bc it forces u 2 take notes 2 do well on quizes, in turn u make good test grades! TAKE HIM IF YOU WANT TO UNDERSTAND!
Awesome professor!! EASY A!! Lets you use your notes on your weekly quizes and the weekly quizes are exactly what you did during the week and what you did during the week is simple and not too much. He is also very engaging and always asks if you have questions. Honestly if you get anything below an A in this class then something is wrong lol
Awesome professor!! EASY A!! Lets you use your notes on your weekly quizes and the weekly quizes are exactly what you did during the week and what you did during the week is simple and not too much. He is also very engaging and asks if you have questions. Honestly if you get anything below an A in this class then something is wrong lol
BEST science professor. Very good instructor. Mondays/wednesday you learn new material and Fridays you review and take a quiz. Quizes are easy if you read the book. hw is optional. only tests are midterm and finals. labs are easy. Theres no reason not to get an A. Also he very willing to help. Chill guy, take him!
THIS GUY IS THE MAN, best chemistry professor at GGC. He'll explain everything in a way where the material comes elementary.
Best professor so far in science for me. He is enthusiastic,explain things very clearly, easy quiz every friday,and he gives you any chance possible to bring up your grade. You don't really need to read the book to get high grade
Super easy! take him. You won't regret it.
He is a good professor. I never believed I could understand chemistry this much till I took his class. He's the best.
Actually one of my very favorite professors ever. He loves when students participate and ask questions and he will not give up until you get it. Very understanding. Funny in a nerdy, pleasant way. You can't fail with how Great of a professor he is. I actually love chemistry now!
Dr. O'Halloran is a very clear professor. He really cares about his students and how well they learn. That being said,his class is not easy at Emory. He is definitely very fair in all his exams but you WILL NOT do well if you do not do all the the assigned and even extra practice problems. Do the problems in each chapter. Read on your own as well
O'Halloran is significantly harder at Emory. He was slightly better for 141 only because he actually explained concepts, but even in 142 he makes you do a lot of practice problems and does a lot of them in class as well. His tests are hard but he teaches you all the material that will be on the exam. You have to practice and apply his teachings.
Skins through finer details that are in the book but covers the key concepts in class. Up to you to read to understand the finer details. Also do much more than his homeworks, as his tests are fair but will give you a challenge.
Dr. O'Halloran was a really great professor. He tries to make the information as straightforward as possible and his tests are what you would expect and not tricky. You need to study of course and practice the problems on your own.
Super super super nice guy. He's very understanding. In the beginning he may come off as a little awkward, but I promise he is just there to help!! He genuinely cares about his students and wants to see them all succeed! He understands that chemistry may be tricky, but he is ALWAYS there to help!!! He is clear on the material. He favors group work.
He is a great professor that asks you to read before class so that you may understand what he is talking about in class when he goes over the chapter. Takes the time to help students in any way he can and also gives extra credit! I loved this professor, if I needed another chem class I would definitely take him again. Great teaching style.
He's a nerd. Meaning he's extremely smart. He's an extremely caring professor and he really wants you to pass. If you have a problem, he has an answer. Take him!
He will give you all the tools you need to succeed, you just need to put the effort and work hard. Chemistry isn't easy, so you must try. However, if you need help Dr. O'Halloran is always there for you. He is very clear on what will be on exams and how the course will go throughout the semester. Give it your all the entire time and you'll be fine.
Dr. O'Halloran is awesome! He is the best professor for chem! Gives extra credit fo tests. Not a tough grader.
Dr O is a very friendly man who genuinely wants to see each of his students succeed. He is very smart and helpful. He gives you all the tools you need on what to study, how to study, and even made a schedule for students suggesting when to study. Never seen a professor who cares as much as he does. Show the effort and you'll pass with flying colors
Dr. O'Halloran is undoubtedly an amazing professor. Everything is from the textbook and he is always on point. Responds to emails with great urgency. Very inspirational and supportive. Just read your textbook and you will be assured of an excellent grade. Absolutely the best professor Ever!
PICK HIM!! By far the best professor! My mentor sucks but he has stepped in outside of class to help me with my other courses! Truly wants everyone to succeed! Knows his stuff and can definitely help you get into the nursing program! Overall, its a hard class but thats just Chemistry but willing to help you outside of class!
Very organized and clear.. Always helpful, lets you use index card with notes on exams but final no card.. people still managed to fail the exams which means they didn't read material. You still have to read material but definitely would take again.. Awesome Professor!
he is a gem professor! very organized from beginning to end, clear on what needs to be on tests ( everything is in the textbook, you will live by your textbook), truly cares about his students and has funny corny chem jokes. you'll enjoy his class
He's an excellent professor and I wouldn't mind taking him again. I just wish my last professor was more like him. He gives out SO much extra credit it's freaking crazy, and I'm blessed.
He really cares about his students succeeding, he even took about an hour to give me advice on my career. His course is an active learning class, so he is more of a tutor than a professor.
Professor OHalloran is a great professor he has great notes to make the course easy to understand and he is always there to help even on weekends. Chemistry is not easy but he helps to make it simple and easy.
One of the best profs at GGC. Cares about students as people, and explains concepts very well. Lecture is just a review of the assigned textbook readings and practice problems, but no new material outside the book. Labs are easy to understand and interesting (and they usually don't go the full length of the scheduled time).
One of the best professors in GGC. Dr O really cares about his students and is always willing to help outside of class. Just be present in class and read the text book and you will do great.
He's amazing! You have to put the time in though, & the textbook will be your best friend. He truly cares for his students, if you ever have a question he will be glad to help out. He also does a lot of practice problems in class. He has practice tests that are VERY similar to his actual tests, so as long as you put in the effort, you'll be fine!
Study this class is not a joke I don't know why the level of difficulty is 1.7 because its not. He is a good teacher and cares for his students. He gives a lot of extra credit opportunity so take advantage of it. Attendance is not mandatory except for labs but you're only hurting yourself if you don't show up to class
Dr. Halloran is the best Chemistry professor I ever had. He is nice and his lecture is amazing. He will do everything to help you with your assignments and during lab too. All the homework is on Pearson, so make sure you do it because he also give extra credits along with your homework too. I would recommend him for everyone.
If your taken his class for the first time. He isn't very helpful in learning the material . He flies through it and expects you to read and understand the math. You come to class on other days just to play kahoot and do math problems on the broad while he watch instead of explaining the math section by section. You teach yourself. Waste of money.
AMAZING teacher. I took Dr.O for Orgo I. I took another teacher (Dr. Lee) last semester and had to withdrawl bc he was horrible. This semester I tried again with Dr. O and got an A. He cares about you doing well and getting the material. He does things other professors don't do to help. TAKE HIM IF YOU CAN! I wish he was teaching Orgo II.
Literally the nicest prof ever. He expects you to read the textbook however if you come to class everyday it's not necessary. Tests are short and all MC and one free response. There are practice exams on D2L that are extremely helpful. He will help if you ask!!! Very caring, he wants all his students to exceed.
Pretty okay professor. He doesn't lecture at all despite calling it a lecture, you have a worksheet day, and a guided worksheet day. You pretty much have to teach yourself on top of studying, which is actually refreshing for more independent students, but bad for those who require guidance. He is very accessible too.
One of the best professors. He cares about his students and gives amazing advice.
Dr.O is one of the best Chem teachers! He made it clear on what would be graded and how to get an A. He really wants his students to do well and offers extra credit opportunities. has practice exams that are similar to the real deal. Doesn't lecture for too long (15min) and expects you to come to class having reviewed ch. assigned. Labs are easy
He is genuinely the best professor I have ever had! His classes were fun and engaging, and he teaches you how to be successful not only in school but also in life. He makes chem make sense. He is always available outside of class and makes a point that he cares about you first. If you're thinking about taking this class, this is your sign. DO IT!
So far, he has been my most favorite professor I have taken so far. He goes over the material in an easy and understandable way and I don't recall having any difficulty learning what is expected of us. He is super chill and you are able to leave lab early if you finish. He really cares about his students and it shows.
Hey is one of the best teachers Ive had since I started college. Attendance isnt mandatory but you wouldnt want to miss class, because he usually goes over better ways to learn the material. Hes super chill and laid back. Super easy A
Dr. O'Halloran is one of the sweetest professors you will ever have. He is so kind and generous, responds to emails quickly. He is very organized! Very dedicated to his work! He offers extra credit and gives partial credit on tests. Will do anything in his power to help you succeed! I highly suggest him, you won't regret taking his class!
Dr. O is the best professor I have ever taken. He had a baby during this semester and only took off 2 days. He is dedicated to his students. He truly cares about you and your grade and gives many tips and opportunities to achieve the grade that you want/deserve. Take him!
Dr. OHalloran is the best chemistry professor Ive had. He cares about his students. All you need is reading the textbook and attending class to catch up with the lectures.
I LOVED HIM!! He is an amazing teacher. You do have to read the textbook before going to class because lectures are based on the reading. His study guides are weird and not very helpful but as long as you show up, read the text book and study his class is an easy A. He is very encouraging and cares so much about his class. Take his class!!!
i'm so glad i had o'halloran for my first semester in college. he cares a lot about his students and genuinely wants everyone to succeed in life. homework is from a free online textbook, not stressful if you do a few problems everyday. there are optional practice exams on d2l very similar to the actual exam, which can be useful for studying.
THE BEST CHEM PROFESSOR I've EVER HAD! He's a very caring professor. The lecture is solving some chemistry problems with him, which means you can't get sleep during class. There are 4 or 5 mini exams per 3 weeks, but it's not really difficult. He's a great explainer so even if you're bad at chemistry, you can definitely follow the class.
He is a great professor. He is very understanding and caring and honestly wants you to do your best. Although attendance is not mandatory, I recommend to show up for every class. Don't fall behind. There is also some class work like kahoot and board work that count for a grade. Make sure to show up for every lab as well!
He is one of my favorite teachers this semester (fall2022) I RECOMMEND taking his class for chem1151K he is one of the best out here. We had (3 test) light grader and very fair. Weekly HW online, pretty easy. Just get together with your classmates and create a study group!!! That really helped me. But overall take his class!
He is nice, but I don't recommend taking his online class. He doesn't put enough effort into the material. All of the assessments are made by a learning application and it grades us, which takes off entire points for little mistakes or misspellings. During the labs, there is a lot of collective confusion between me and the other students.
At first, he was strict with grading and lectures were hard to understand. Throughout the semester he took the time and asks what we need to be better in the class. He took our opinions and offered more practice, more extra credit opportunities, and a better teaching style. Just do your work, ask him or a tutor for help, and you will be straight.
This man sent me a notification at 9:30 PM on a Sunday.
only quizes are the ones that are pre lab. exams are easy. he does practice exams so make sure you pass the practice because the exams are very alike, he just switches the numbers. he is very kind, funny, and truly cares about his students. i wish he would do chem 2 because I would defietely get him.
I loved Professor O'Halloran !!! He was so nice and understanding, I wish he was teaching Chem 1212K. He puts up practice exams for each exam except the last one and it really helped when studying. I have gotten an A on every test, as long as you study and do your homework thats due at each test!!!!!
Professor O'Halloran was a magnificent professor!! He was always open to any questions, and also helped us on material that we didn't understand. This course was a challenge with what was taught, as this subject is not meant to be a breeze. All the material was interesting to learn about though. We had 5 Tests in total, but they were short.
If you fail this class, you're not a good student.
Professor O'Halloran teaches well and cares for all his students. He makes sure to let everyone know that he is always there to help even outside of class. Show up to class, do the homework, and study you should do good. I would suggest studying using the practice exams they are similar to the exams and help you get a sense of what to study for.
coming into this class, i thought I'd struggle so bad but that wasn't the case at all. i gained a thorough understanding of the material thanks to him. and he teaches so well. loved this class so much it made me think of declaring a minor in this stuff and i did not see that coming at all. TAKE THIS PROFESSOR GUYSS 10000/10
This man is heaven sent. One of the best professors I've ever had, he actually cares about the students and enjoys helping us as well. He's super lenient with late assignments. Chemistry is really hard but he just makes it better. I wish he taught Chem 2 but if you're signing up for Chem 1 and he's available please sign up for his class!!
If you are looking for the best chem teacher, its Kevin. His test are very good and easy because he makes sure you all well prepared before taking them through preparation. His labs are easy and fun just make sure you are actively doing the labs and not just watching. He is very lenient and cares about you more than just chemistry, great guy
Best professor at GGC, He truly cares for each of his students. Exams are straightforward if you pay attention to his lectures and he does have a lot of homework but he gives the answers to them. He will make sure you understand chemistry and he is really reasonable and will work with you one on one if needed. You will not regret it he's amazing.
This professor is very caring and prepares for success. He set up everything online so that you have access to it. If you have questions ask, he's very willing to answer and explain over and over again. He is a timid guy speak low. My only concern was that labs were not always set up properly and he was a little late majority of the time.
He's great! Makes you comfortable asking questions, I had no backround info in chem & thought i wasn't going to do well but I was wrong! He made a hard class fun and breaks it down. If you're good with teaching yourself take him. Teaching style is diff than other profs, the lectures are quick so attendance matters!! Do the practice tests TRUST ;)
It's a very self-taught class. You get about 5+ hours of homework a week. You will receive either a 0 or a 100. There is not in between but you get to do corrections. The test are 10 to 12 questions making it very easy to fail. If you want help in this course, he is usually too busy to help more than 5 minutes.
I was super nervous about chemistry since I'm not good at it, but Professor O'Halloran was caring right away. During lab, he'd actually walk around to get to know us. His practice exams are a must-do—I wish I used them sooner! He's always happy to answer questions and help out. Honestly, he's just an amazing teacher. TAKE HIM!!!
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
63%
Textbook Required
25%
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82253
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