4.9

Megan Hess

Chemistry - Pierce College

4.9
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
98%
Would Retake
95
Reviews
4.9
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
4.9
Helpful
4.9
Clarity

98%

Would Retake

95

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What Students Say

Hess is awesome instructor

CHEM161 - 4.0 rating

She made me fell in love with chemistry

CHEM161 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

58%

Textbook Required

50%

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95% confidence
Based on 42 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (17)
A (16)
B (3)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 45 reported grades
A+: 17
A: 16
B: 3
A-: 3
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Caring (18)
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Clear grading criteria (10)
Amazing lectures (9)
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ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (4)
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121

5.0

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CHEM150

5.0

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ALLCHEM

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CHEM110

5.0

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CHEMC121

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3.0

CHEM

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CHEM140

3.0

CHM161163

3.0

Reviews (95)
5.0
2.0
CHEM150
Feb 19, 2003

Very cool, very cute...

5.0
2.0
ALLCHEM
Mar 28, 2005

I never even touched to book except for homework. The lectures were enough. The tests were exactly what she went over in class. She uses some questions from her old tests, and if you ask nicely she will even give them to you. Best Chem teacher I have had to date.

5.0
1.0
CHEM139
Jun 8, 2005

Meagan is a great and young teacher loved having her tremendously!

5.0
1.0
CHEM139
Jul 29, 2005

I loved Meagan as an instructor! She was smart and funny and adorable. I wish she was a full time instructor. She definitely wants her students to succeed and is always there to help. Things I could never understand before became amazingly easy in her class. I learn more in one day in her class than I do in entire quarters in others.

5.0
3.0
CHEM100
Aug 30, 2005

she is an awesome teacher! Very well structured class

5.0
1.0
CHEM110
Grade: Pass
Sep 1, 2005

No Comments

5.0
3.0
CHEM
Sep 9, 2005

Very enthusiastic, I loved having her class. a teacher i would want anyone to take.

5.0
2.0
CHEM139
Oct 2, 2005

She is such a great teacher! Her class helped me so much! I would recommend any class she teaches to anyone! She uses great examples, is very clear, and will fully explain anything you don't understand! AWESOME!

5.0
2.0
CHEM100
Feb 23, 2006

really excellent teaching skills. She makes things very understandable. She is also very understanding.

5.0
1.0
CHEM150160
Jul 25, 2006

Megan is the best chem teacher ever. You'll learn a lot and she makes the work easy and fun. If you plan on taking chem, you have to take her.

5.0
2.0
CHEM139
Oct 5, 2007

Chemistry in high school was soo confusing for me, but after taking Chem. 139 with Hess as my instructor, she cleared up a lot of the confusion I had about the subject. Her lectures are to the point and barely confuses you. I really reccommend her if you're taking up Chemistry.

5.0
3.0
CHEM139
Dec 30, 2007

GREAT TEACHER, VERY HAPPY I WILL BE HAVING HER AGAIN NEXT QUARTER, QUITE HELPFUL AND ENTHUSIASTIC

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
Jun 18, 2008

I LOVE HER! She's the greatest chem teacher I've ever had. You HAVE to take her. Seriously, highly recommended teacher.

5.0
1.0
CHEM139
Jul 17, 2008

OMG, I have returned to school after almost 30 years! She is absolutely awsome. Very passionate. You can tell She loves to teach. They are not paying her enough!!!!!

5.0
3.0
CHEM140
Aug 19, 2008

Excellent teacher, she makes everything understandable and clear. Gives a very fair test, you leave her class with a true understanding. You don?t feel like an idiot asking her a question. She?s a little hottie who dresses way too conservatively.

5.0
1.0
CHEM121
Jan 16, 2009

Miss Hess doesn't waste your time. She is always direct and to the point. She teaches in a way that is very manageable. I really enjoyed taking her class and I think she needs a salary increase!

5.0
1.0
CHEM121
Feb 27, 2009

Megan was a GREAT teacher. She makes chemistry really easy to understand. :)

5.0
2.0
CHEM121
Mar 22, 2009

Great Prof! She definitely made the course more relatable an was always helpful if you needed anything.

5.0
1.0
CHEM121
Jun 24, 2009

Loved this teacher. Took class with another teacher before her and almost failed. Took it with her and got an A. Great teacher!! Trying to make it a point to take her for CHEM&131 too.

5.0
4.0
CHEMC121
Oct 29, 2009

Hess is an amazing teacher... You don't even have to read your book. The only reason you need the book is for homework. You must attend daily lectures because she explains everything very well... I took her for 100 and 121, and she isn't teaching 131 so I am a little stressed!

5.0
1.0
CHEM110
Nov 4, 2009

hess = best teacher in the world. if you are considering taking hess -> TAKE HER CLASS now. she is so clear on what she expects, she makes class low stress and is just awesome. i wish she taught all chem classes. she is just so clear and helpful

5.0
1.0
CHEM110
Dec 31, 2009

hess is absolutely wonderful. her education degree is a bonus for all students. she understands the stress students are going through and knows how to communicate the material in a very easy manner. wish she taught chem 131.your loss for not taking her. so like what the other person said awesome=hess

5.0
1.0
CHEM100
May 4, 2010

Great teacher with clear explanations Always willing to help any student who needs it.

5.0
3.0
CHEM121
May 21, 2010

Awesome Teacher! She teaches in a way that assists students in really learning the material. Her lectures are so good that study time away from the class is decreased drastically. I highly recommend Megan Hess!

5.0
2.0
CHEM161
Oct 18, 2010

Awesome teacher, helps her students a LOT. She is very easy to understand and her tests are like the homework. As long as you listen to the lecture and do the homework, you will do great. She emails all the notes and lecture outlines

5.0
1.0
CHEM100
Nov 23, 2010

She is soooo cool! I loved her as my chemistry teacher. She is so clear on the things she teaches and she is really willing to help you out!

5.0
2.0
CHEMCHEM
Mar 3, 2011

Megan is an great instructor. I recommend her to everyone taking Chemistry.

5.0
3.0
CHEM121
May 23, 2011

Megan is my favorite intructor so far. She taught me so much about chemistry. Within the first few weeks of class, I actually understood chemistry! I would definitly recommend her to anyone, especially if it's not your best class because she can explain it so you understand!

4.0
2.0
CHEM161
Jun 21, 2011

Ms. Hess is awesome instructor. She review the practice test a day ahead of the exam day. She is helpful. I got 3.8 and i dont even read the book, except doing h.w.

5.0
2.0
CHEM139
Aug 30, 2011

Awesome teacher! Gives you the opportunity to complete extra credit in various in class assignments. Very organized and clear in her lectures. I definitely recommend Ms. Hess!

5.0
2.0
CHEM121
Nov 16, 2011

Amazing teacher! Megan is very helpful, positive, and sweet. She is one of the best teachers I've ever had.

5.0
3.0
CHEM121
Dec 16, 2011

Hess is an amazing instructor! She is very clear on her expectations, she allows plenty of outside class time to prep for exams. She puts much effort into her exam reviews to much favor of the student to allow preparedness. I recommend Hess as a strong professor for anyone registering for a Chemistry class. She is very helpful and informative.

5.0
2.0
CHEM162
Apr 3, 2012

Great teacher. She is one of the best out there. Does her job. Instructors don't come any better. I thought she could be more personal. Crack a smile a little more often. Very professional. Maybe too professional for me.

5.0
2.0
CHEM163
Jun 23, 2012

Professor Hess is a great teacher who knows a lot about Chemistry. I highly recommend her!

5.0
2.0
CHEM163
Nov 6, 2012

MS. HESS is really awesome instructor that i ever had. She is so helpful to make sure u understand material. Her exams is close to h.w

5.0
1.0
CHEM131
Mar 29, 2013

I drove all the way from Auburn to the Lakewood campus just for that class. And Im glad I did!! She wont nag about attendance but she does a lot of "in class" stuff that will defiantly affect your grade if you dont take it attendance seriously. Me: ok test taker but good attendance 4.0 - Friend, good tester but not there every day 3.8

5.0
1.0
CHEM162
May 9, 2013

She is a really great helpful interesting teacher. I got 4.0 in Chem 161, 162, and 163. Don't wait! Just get into her class ASAP.

5.0
2.0
CHM161163
May 19, 2013

The best teacher I have ever had.

3.0
5.0
CHEM139
Grade: B
Nov 4, 2013

I struggled with this class due to how fast the material was coming at me.

5.0
3.0
CHEM121
Nov 20, 2013

Ms. Hess is a very good professor. She explains in detail with everything so it all makes sense. She teaches at a steady pace the whole quarter and she never missed a class. I recommend her.

5.0
2.0
CHEM121
Dec 11, 2013

One of the best professors I've had. Gives you everything you need to succeed.

5.0
3.0
CHEM121
Dec 11, 2013

Megan is amazing. She is so genuine and nice to everyone. The book is only used for homework so if you think you can get it from someone else don't buy the book. Megan gives you lecture notes so as you are going through lecture in class you can follow along.

5.0
4.0
CHEM161
Grade: B+
Apr 30, 2014

Wonderful teacher teachers material well! She is nice a kind and very helpful. the only thing is the labs are brutal. you have to write your own procedure if you are not right when you go to lab you have to write over again and waste time in lab. many times there is no time to finish lab. then you don't get full lab point.

5.0
3.0
CHEM162
May 25, 2014

Amazing chem instructor. Straight forward with expectations from the beginning of the course. Very well organized. Labs pair well with the lectures. Breaks down concepts very well. Gives a lot of practice so tests are not surprising. Take her class.

5.0
3.0
CHEM161
May 29, 2014

It's hard to fail her class. I struggle with chemistry and I gave it my all and I received a B at the end of the quarter. If you do all the assignments, labs and do average on tests you will pass. You have to try and fail.

5.0
2.0
CHEM131
Aug 25, 2014

She's absolutely amazing and awesome as a teacher. Wish I was continuing on with a degree with her as my primary instructor.

5.0
2.0
121
Grade: A+
Nov 19, 2014

Great teacher. Gives back tests the day after you take them, and gives you credit everywhere she possibly can so show your work! Semi-diffucult material but she is so organized and provides you with so much practice that the class is definitely an easy A. I am terrible at Chem but am almost over 100% in the class.

5.0
1.0
CHEM161
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2014

She's one of the nicest professor's I've ever met. She really helps when you need help. Great class.

5.0
4.0
121
Grade: A
Mar 4, 2015

She was incredibly helpful. she's the reason i fell in love with chemistry. the homework was long but reasonable. really made sure to give us extra practice when we needed it. always graded tests on time. she loved questions. nobody was afraid to ask questions in her class. thats a huge deal. i absolutely loved her. i recommended her.

5.0
3.0
CHEM161
Mar 6, 2015

She does a great job teaching the material you need to learn. It's a little fast pace but if you show up and do the work you are bound to pass with at least a B. She cares about her students and will do anything she can to help them. She provided extra practice and gives you great reviews before the test. She made me fell in love with chemistry.

5.0
2.0
CHEM161
Grade: A-
Apr 3, 2015

Such a great chemistry professor! Her lectures are understandable, just put some effort into studying and you'll pass the class. She's an amazing teacher, and cares for you to succeed.

5.0
2.0
CHEM121
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2015

As long as you show up, print her emailed Chapter notes (Which are amazing, and is all you need to know!) take notes from her lectures on notes sent in email, study, do the hw and labs, you are sure to pass. Chem is hard, but she makes it easy as possible! She is there to help- just ask for it! She makes herself available thru email & office hour

5.0
3.0
CHEM161
Grade: A+
Dec 24, 2015

Professor Hess is very clear of what she expects from you on her exams. She is also a great lecturer. During the labs, she makes a point to make sure everyone is progressing properly and will help if you get stuck. 1228

5.0
1.0
CHEM121
Grade: A
Mar 4, 2016

Her lectures notes that she emails make it possible so you hardly ever have to even open the book (Which is free/online). As long as you show up, listen, take notes, print her chapter notes youll be fine. In my opinion, it would almost be hard to fail her class if you are a good student. I have a hard time w Chem and I got an A! Love her class

5.0
3.0
CHEM163
Grade: A-
Jun 15, 2016
Would take again

This Professor is Amazing and I had a great time getting through this scary subject.

5.0
3.0
CHEM162
Grade: A+
Jun 17, 2016
Would take again

The best professor I have had at Pierce College. Very straight forward with no run around answers. No attitude while interacting with students and a lot of fun to work with. Examples used are also very clear.

5.0
2.0
CHEM121
Oct 23, 2016
Would take again

She gives amazing lectures and always make sure you understand them before moving forward

EXTRA CREDIT
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
3.0
CHEM161
Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

Very approachable and willing to answer questions. Gives extra credit assignments. Available outside of class.

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
CHEM162
Grade: A
Jan 13, 2017
Would take again

Best chemistry teacher ever! After transferring to a 4 year, I can't tell you how much I miss being in her class. Her notes are amazing and I retained what I learned in her class extremely well. She's super friendly and respects you as a student. Couldn't recommend more!

5.0
2.0
CHEM161
Grade: A+
Mar 8, 2017
Would take again

Megan Hess is by far one of the best teacher's I have ever taken! After seeing her reviews on here I decided to make the 30 minute drive from Puyallup to Fort Steilacoom everyday. It was so worth it! She helped me understand everything I found confusing in 139. I'm actually retaining the information she has taught.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM162
Grade: A
Jun 17, 2017
Would take again

I really enjoyed my time spent in this course. Megan is very passionate about her subject and has an ability to convey complicated material in a manner that fosters learning. She makes herself available outside of class and really does give a lot of herself to aid in her students success. In-class assignments aimed at reinforcing content.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
CHM161163
Nov 1, 2017
Would take again

Professor Hess was such a gem to have during the general chem series. Although chemistry was/is still not an enjoyable subject for me, Megan created a positive learning environment through creative in-class activities, supplemental videos, and was always available for help. I appreciate the immense passion she projects about chemistry!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
CHEM100
Grade: A+
Nov 7, 2017
Would take again

Best Chem 100 professor! tons of extra credit and super easy assignments! highly recommend!

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
CHEM162
Jan 24, 2018
Would take again

Professor Hess is awesome! If you show up to class every day and review the material well, it is possible to get an A. She is super nice, approachable, and does a great job explaining the material. There are only three or four homework assignments. Each one is made up of about 30 questions, but you have almost a month to complete it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
2.0
CHEM100
Dec 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Ms. Hess was awesome. She is very knowledgeable in her science. However, she was too nice. Grading was weird because she drops test grades so that everyone passes. HW was nothing like her tests, more like she had to give it out. Her tests are very complicated in wording. Study for sure. Take all the notes she gives. She's very understanding too.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM161
Grade: A
Feb 15, 2019
Would take again

Megan Hess is wonderful; she gives extra credit assignments, minimal homework (due on review day, not daily), answers questions and writes out the answers thoroughly after exams and quizzes. Her questions are straightforward, and everything on the exam is taught in class.

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
CHEM100
Grade: A
Mar 15, 2019
Would take again

Professor Hess is a VERY nice and smart lady. She really cares about her students and their success. You learn important material each class, so make sure you don't skip. She is really good at explaining things, her lectures were amazing and easy to understand.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM162
Jun 20, 2019
Would take again

megan is probably the best teacher ive had so far, she cares so much about each student and offers tons of extra credit. show up, do your work, and youll pass

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM162
Grade: A+
Oct 28, 2019
Would take again

best chemistry professor ever!!! I took her for most of the gen chem series and she made chemistry super interesting. If you have a choice, take megan!!!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
CHEM161
Grade: A+
Feb 11, 2020
Would take again

Awesome Professor! Made chemistry interesting and even inspired me to change my major to it!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
CHEM162
Grade: B
Mar 15, 2020
Would take again

She is the best Chemistry teacher I've had! Her lectures are easy to understand and she cares about student success!

5.0
2.0
CHEM161
Grade: A
Mar 10, 2021
Would take again

Really straight forward and breaks down the lectures really well. Super easy to approach if you have a question too.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
CHEM162
Grade: A
Jun 17, 2021
Would take again

Professor Hess is such an amazing and easy going teacher, and her exams are pretty easy. There is no time limit for the exams and she gives really easy extra credit points at the end of every exam. Every week, there's only about 3 easy homework assignments, and she gives great feedback. The only thing to remember is that a 97 is an A for her class.

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
CHEM162
Grade: A
Jun 26, 2021
Would take again

her online class was as enjoyable as chemistry class can possibly be. very respectful, gives very thorough feedback, and is usually available to answer questions online. overall a very good professor.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
CHEM161
Grade: B
Nov 5, 2021
Would take again

Her lectures are audio which sucks for visual learners. To get a 4.0 in her class you need a 97%. The tests dont have time limits and only have around 10 questions which is great. She is nice and wants to help you.

Respected
Participation matters
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
CHEM161
Grade: A+
Dec 9, 2021
Would take again

Professor Hess is one of the kindest professors I've ever had! She's so nice and willing to help if you need it, and is always super encouraging-- even through an online class. I wish I was able to meet her in person, and I hope I get to take her for chem again in the future!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
1.0
CHEM100
Grade: A
Mar 9, 2022
Would take again

She was a great professor! I was so afraid to take Chemistry because I thought it was going to be hard, but she taught in a way that was easy to understand. There was not a lot of homework, and her lectures were great!! She responds to messages quickly, and grades assignments quickly.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
CHEM162
Grade: Not sure yet
May 31, 2022
Would take again

If you get the opportunity to sign up for her courses, do it! Lectures are clear and easy to understand, and labs aren't too difficult. Lots of resources and practice problems are also provided with each lesson. She's always willing to help you! She's also one of the few professors I've had whose reviews adequately prepare you for the tests. 10/10!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
CHEM163
Grade: A+
Jun 8, 2022
Would take again

Kind, and generous, professor Hess is just a nice person. Lab reports are tough but are graded by understand the concept. The wrong results don't really mess up your grades. 4 tests worth 500/800total points for the quarter. Tests aren't too hard and she gives you 6hrs for 6~9questions. About 35pt worth of extra credits. 97% 4.0 cutline.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
CHEM161
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2022
Would take again

I highly suggest taking Megan for chemistry. She is absolutely amazing and caring. She will go the extra mile to make sure you succeed. She made me like chemistry. Show up and you'll succeed.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
5.0
CHEM161
Grade: A-
Apr 6, 2023
Would take again

Megan cares about your success, and she is always willing to provide extra help. The class was rigorous, and I wish she had more assignments for us to do (for skill practice and to help balance the gradebook since there were only tests and labs as grades for the most part).

Participation matters
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
CHEM121
Grade: A
May 5, 2023
Would take again

Super sweet professor!! Goes through PowerPoint with you slide by slide. Material may be difficult but she makes it easier to grasp. Labs are fun and straightforward. Gives out extra credit often! Take her you won't regret it!!

Caring
5.0
2.0
CHEM110
Grade: A+
May 30, 2023
Would take again

Super easy and super informative. Always answered questions well. Tests are fairly easy, she gives extra credit. This was the perfect class.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
CHEM163
Grade: A+
Jun 28, 2023
Would take again

Megan is an amazing professor. She makes chemistry easy (and even fun)! I consistenlty earned a 4.0 in Chem 161, 162, and 163. She is so helpful and kind, and is always there to answer questions. Go to her office hours!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
CHEM121
Grade: A
Nov 12, 2023
Would take again

She is super sweet and cares about the success of her students. Attendance I guess isn't mandatory but you will miss what she taught which will be on exam and labs. Definitely take her if you are debating

5.0
3.0
CHEM161
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2023
Would take again

I LOVED Professor Hess. If you struggle with Chemistry, take her. She is very understanding and explains each concept perfectly. She doesn't have much time aside from lectures, so attendance is mandatory. All the information is crucial to your understanding and application on labs. There is a final but isn't too hard. Overall, great professor!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
CHEM163
Grade: B-
Dec 26, 2023
Would take again

I took Megan Hess's class for Chem 161 and 163 (while taking 162 with another professor who was also pretty good) and she was the absolute best Chemistry Professor ever. She is so helpful for those who struggles with Chemistry and appreciates creativity. Professor Hess if you are reading this, Thank you for everything you are one in a Million.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
CHEM162
Grade: A+
Mar 19, 2024
Would take again

Before I took her class, I absolutely hated chemistry due to a bad experience with another professor. Professor Hess is amazing and she made lectures extremely easy to comprehend. What she teaches in her lectures is what is gonna be exactly on the exam so I guess attendance is somewhat necessary if you want to pass. Do not hesitate to take her!!!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
CHEM121
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 11, 2024
Would take again

Professor Hess is an amazing teacher. From someone who has retaken chemistry 3+ times, I was finally able to understand chemistry with Megan. Accessible during office hours, amazing lectures. Everything during lectures is on exam, so attendance is recommended. Fun assignments and lots of extra credit opportunities. Megan is very caring and awesome!

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
CHEM121
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2024
Would take again

I loved this class! Megan is very easy to talk to and flexible with assignments, there isn't much homework at all, just one online assignment a week. There are a lot of extra credit opportunities but most of them are given in class, so just make sure to show up. I would 100% take her again!

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
CHEM121
Grade: A+
Jan 4, 2025
Would take again

Ms. Hess was an amazing teacher, I recommend her 100%. She's very understanding and explains topics clearly. After explaining a new topic, she'll wait and ask if anyone needs clarifying. There's 3 exams and the final exam, 4 in total. Every week you turn in a small assignment where she asks you a chemistry-related question. Incredible teacher!

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
CHEM161
Grade: A+
Mar 25, 2025
Would take again

Megan Hess is definitely the best teacher I have had at pierce college. She gave very good feedback and was always clear with her instructions. I took her for both chem 121 in the fall and chem 161 in the winter and throughout both classes she offered various opportunities for extra credit. the test if you do the reviews, you will be ok. W teacher.

EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHEM163
Jun 18, 2025
Would take again

this instructor is AMAZING she is super flexible with when you have to take tests, giving students the extra time needed to get some final study time in. She also is fair, granting those same students the same amount of time the ones who take the test generally receive. She also grants plenty of extra credit opportunity. 10/10 Would recommend

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
CHEM121
Grade: A+
Dec 5, 2025
Would take again

I was so nervous taking this class after taking many years between high school and now, but she creates a class environment that encourages learning and takes the time to make sure everyone understands the material. Gives many opportunities for extra credit as well as listens and takes student feedback into account. Best science class so far!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM121
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

Professor Hess is incredibly kind and patient. The workload is not too heavy and is generous with extra credit.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

58%

Textbook Required

50%

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A+: 17
A: 16
B: 3
A-: 3
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