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Great teacher and was ALWAYS helpful. Really cares for his students. Was always available, in the classroom and out. Wish more teachers were like him.
Hard to understand, but gives lots of extra credit. No doubt he wants you to pass.
Mr. Grunfeld is a little hard to understand but he is nice. He tries his best to help you out as much as he can. I like the fact that his exams is straight from his notes. He is a nice guy agin that cares.
He is hard to understand sometimes. I attended the SI session w/ Adrienne before each class where we reviewed what would be on the test. That definitely helped. He curves each test and your final grade, drops your lowest test and lab, yada yada yada. I think it'd be hard not to get a least a C.
Only tests on material covered, and will go over material as many times as you need. Available before, during and after class for help. Always extra credit, And grades on effort as much as results.
I failed this class twice. Im taking it with Saul and its wonders how easy it is to understand. He is a great teacher all you have to do is listen to his lectures. Tests are only on what is covered in lecture. Labs are soo EASY. Take this prof. if you can.
Sal although has a slight speech impediment does everything he can to help you understand the class. Test are from the lecture notes he provides. If you go to class and study should be no problem getting a A. Would recommend as an instructor. He wants to see you succeed.
Great teacher
I love this professor. I learn alot in this class and made it very interesting. He also give you extra credit. Highly recommened having him for this class. Very nice teacher.
He is one of the most helpful teachers that I've had in my college experience. Although sometimes hard to undrestand, he is very thorough with the concepts he is teaching. 100% GREAT TEACHER!!! I highly recommend him as your chemistry teacher.
Great teacher. Labs are super easy and plenty of extra credit. Let's you know exactly what to expect on the exam. Definitely take this professor.
ok....ok.....great professor but very scatter-brained. tutor, Adrian, thanks a bunch....big help for this class!!!!!!!!!!!
He is the best teacher I ever had. Explains everything very well. I learned chemistry and I wanted to go to his class. Schools should have more teachers like him
Very good teacher, the best teacher for intro to chem i would recommend you take this professor
Mr. Grunfeld is an excellent teacher and extremely helpful. I would recommend taking him for a intro class. Currently Im taking taking an advanced chem class at Wayne State and feel very prepared because his help in chem 1000.
This teacher is great. I enjoyed his class. Very nice guy...willing to help anyone. I would suggest taking his class to anyone! :)
Very easy class. He prints out his lecture notes and gives you the formulas on the exam. tests from notes. You dont even need to buy the book.
Mr. Grunfield is a GREAT professor! i wished that he teached more classes like bio! I would take any of his classes again! very easy if you pay attention and go to the SSI session! they were very helpful! I got an A and went to class everytime and most of teh SSI. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM! ;-)
Saul is a great teacher. I had no interest at all about Chemistry before taking him. After taking him I LOVE chemistry. The SI sessions were VERY useful i might add and the Xtra Credit Seminars. There wasn't any hmwork but, you'd do the problems and dbl check them. The lab was fun also. He wants to help you learn...he doesn't want u to fail. I got
Great Professor! Just show up for class and study his handouts and an easy A!
He is an awesome teacher! He understands that most people who take this class is for nursing..His test aren't too bad and no trick questions, I'd say 2 of the test where difficult but very doable..If I can pass you can too!! Take him!!!!! Great guy & he doesn't expect you to be a genius in Chem Just wants to help his students pass... LOVE HIM!!!!!
He is an awesome teacher! He understands that most people who take this class is for nursing..His test aren't too bad and no trick questions, I'd say 2 of the test where difficult but very doable..If I can pass you can too!! Take him!!!!! Great guy & he doesn't expect you to be a genius in Chem Just wants to help his students pass... LOVE HIM!!!!!
wish he taught more chem classes I would take his class again. He is very easy to understand and he is great for people who have no foundation of chem.
Very positive and very helpful professor. You'll know that he loves to teach chemistry. He knows his stuff and he doesn't trick students. attend his lecture because 95% is what he gives for the test. Chemistry was a bore in high school but now, I can honestly say I love chemistry and I learned a lot! esp. the periodical table...yupyup.iluv chem!
Mr. Gunfeld doesn't want anyone to fail.Study the lecture notes you can't not pass this class.2 issues though.1st and foremost,the guy CANNOT get grades posted in a reasonable amount of time.2nd,our section had the most distracting,rude woman I have ever had in any class...ever.He said he would take care of it and never really did.Overall recommend
Took him this winter '08. Really enjoyed his class. Great teacher! If u hate science or r intimidated about taking it in college, please take him. He gives lecture hand outs which is always a plus. If u attend his lecture the test wont be hard, of course you'll have to do ur part. Lab is pretty easy bcause he is there if u need help. Good Luck
He is such a great professor. He talks fast and attending study sessions is always a great plan.. but if you just show up for his class he will most likely give you some extra credit to help out. I was afraid to take chemistry but he made it great.
Mr. Grunfeld is brilliant, sweet and funny! I am so glad I took the class with him but I am kicking myself for not doing the extra credit at the end-it may have boosted me up around a B!! I got a C. If you show up all the time to lab and class, you'll do fine-he doesn't want anyone to fail-he'll work with you! This coming from an English major!!
He is an absolutely wonderful professor. He is passionate about teaching chemistry and is very helpful. It is like a breath of fresh air having a teacher that actually wants you to do well and teaches well. Study and take good notes, go to every lecture, lab is a piece of cake.
Great Teacher. He is understanding that all students are on different levels and he takes that into consideration
He is such a good teacher. He explains well and has a good sense of humor. Don't be late to class or come back from break late because he almost doesn't tolerate it. Lab quiz notes are given to you prior to lab so there is no excuse for failing it. It's almost word for word. Lecture test examples are also given which I find very helpful.
Mr. Grunfeld is somewhat unorthodox. Pay attention - listen attentively and follow his lecture notes. His test are formulated around the lecture notes. Use the book as back up. Come to class and make an asserted effort and you will do well in his class. I would certainly take him again!!
Saul is a great guy, tests are easy, basically gives you all the answers in lecture notes.... A little hard to understand but will repeat things without question!!! Gives you all of the answers for lab exams so there is no reason you can fail those.... Takes forever to post grades!!! Overall a great teacher who wants you to learn and comprehend
Mr. Grunfeld is a great teacher. He wants you to learn. Show up to class, go to lab, take notes and you'll do fine. Exams are a little tricky, so you have to know the material front and back. You can't BS your way thru a test. Study Instructor big help. Go to sessions. He gives you the answers to the lab exams. Definitely recommend if need CHEM1000
Mr. Grunfeld is nice, helpful and works hard so you understand his material. He also has an excellent SI Hilda. If you show up for SI, class and try your best, you'll be fine. Chem is tough. Good luck.
SI Hilda is awesome and material is easy to undertand if u pay attn and do a little homework. You can get an A if you try, tests not bad, lots of xtra crdt opportunities. He enjoys teaching and you will like his class. Tutoring is available and you'd have to try pretty hard to fail this course. I hate chem and enjoyed his class!
Saul was great! There were time where i hated sitting through lecture because it was hard to understand him, but i was thankful that he gave us notes. He is a very nice gentleman. The SI Hilda save me! Go to her sessions! They helped me understand so much more!
He was a very nice teacher. He really cares about his students and he makes chemistry easy to understand. He gives out notes that he made. His tests are easy if you just study his notes.
Dr. Grunfeld is so nice. He cares about his students if you care about yourself. His SI, Hilda is sooo helpful. This is not an easy class so take advantage of his notes, SI and attend class. Good luck
Great instructor. Very sweet and helpful if you need it. Somewhat difficult to understand, but he will repeat anything you missed. SI was very helpful. exams were fair, you need to study to do well on them. Not an easy A, but he gives extra credit opportunities and he is very helpful.
Excellent professor. He makes an effort to be sure you understand the subject, and really wants you to pass. If you need to take a chemistry class, make him your first choice.
Very nice and easy professor and keeps the class exciting. Easy A and you don't have to study hard. Labs are interesting. No text book used, just his notes. And his SI (Hilda) is great with tutoring.
BEST CHEM TEACHER EVER! I am not good at chem at all and have very poor math skills. The way he teaches makes everything easy if you put the effort in to understand. Will always answer qustions. I had a problem with my car one day and missed the fist half of class so he stayed over an extra 15 min and explained to me what I missed.
Dr Grunfeld is the best Chemistry teacher ever!If you come to class, study the notes, and pay attention you can pass this class with a good grade.The SI Kasia is great!!!!
Mr. Grunfeld is a wonderful instructor. His material is straight forward and the book is helpful. Exams can be tricky but reviewing end of chapter questions are very useful. His SI Kaisa was most helpful in explaining difficult and challenging content. You're not only able to understand info for exams but it's helpful in practical application.
Great teacher. Wants you to succeed, and goes out of his way to make sure you understand everything. SI Hilda before tests also extremely helpful. Basically goes over the exam, and gives you hints on what will and wont be on the tests. Labs are super easy and short. Usually only one hour long. Highly reccomment taking his class.
Greatest teacher ever!!! I loved him I took him in the winter of 2010 You have to keep up with the class take advantage of his SI Hilda she is great and helped me tremendously!! You do have to study and don't need the book! Is still a hard class but can get an A, I did without any chemisry background!
Hes a very nice gentle man however I wish he was more easy to contact.Emails+calls do not work with him. It takes a VERY long time to know test results-3weeks on santrons is..?I dont understand.There is no feedback in his class you have to ask him to see your actual test.the test is fair- everything we covered in class:)still would recommend though
Hes an ok teacher. Wouldn't recommended myself to him...again. He takes soooo long to grade test usually 2 weeks sometimes 3 weeks :(...on scantron!! (no excuse their is a scantron machine all he had to do is re-view it)
I dont know what anyone is talking about here. This guy is awesome. First of all you dont need a book, only his notes that you can buy for 8 dollars. Yes it takes a while for him to grade but who cares thats irrelavent to the class. All you need is his notes if you get that an A is more then possible
I am currently in Mr. Grunfeld's (CHEM 1000)Class and I have an A thus far! If you do not understand anything about CHEM, please take him because he is very passionate and knowledgable about CHEM and he certainly has a quirky sense of humor. He stays after class to answer any questions. I was afraid to take CHEM, but now I'm confident with Mr. G!
Grunfeld is the best chem teacher ever! He is such a jokster. He tells you exactly what is on the tests. DONT BUY A BOOK. Also make sure you go to SI sessions, Hilda tells you exactly whats on the test! BTW DONT TALK DURING HIS LECTURE! lol
he is very nice, his exames are straight forward. very clear on the materail. very nice person
if you want to get an A in this class, YOU MUST GO TO THE SI SESSION WITH KASIA, she explains everything really well because sometimes he makes things confusing...don't complain about the work load and the OWL because it is a science class. the book isn't mandatory but he used questions from the book on the quizzes. try to take the summer session.
Can you say Horrible? Taking his class is like learning a new language and learning chemistry at the same time..He's very very confusing-Si sessions are like class times (EVERYONE IS IN THERE W/ A CONFUSED LOOK)If you can't go to SI sessions and your new to chem.. Be prepared to teach yourself. -I will NEVER take him again.
Take your chemistry class with a different professor. Mr grunfeld often confuses himself and the Si wasn't helpful at all. if you want to get an A out of this class you have to prepare yourself to work hard for it. I manage to get a B. if you want an A I would advice you to take a different professor. I'm being very honest.
Great professor and great SI (Hilda). They both work as a team and make sure that the students understand the material. He even postpones a test if he thinks the class is not ready. Try to find that somewhere ells. I'm taking Chem 1320 and Orgo with him if he teaches it. Don't buy the book and don't talk in class. He demands and deserves respect.
Awesome instructor and SI (Hilda). They both were very helpful and made the class alot easier to understand. Didn't require the book because the instructor has great notes that are very easy to understand. I was a little intimidated by Chemistry before I took this class, but professor Grunfeld made it easier for me. I'm taking him for organic chem.
I took Chemistry 1000 with a different professor at Orchard Ridge campus, and I failed beginning with the first exam! 3 exams into this class with grunfield... I'm averaging a high B! :) he's very helpful, fun, the work is complicated! But he understands that everyone isn't Einstein, and teaches in a way that everyone will understand!
YOU GET OUT EARLY ON LAB EXAM DAYS!!!
Mr. Grunfeld, words are not enough to describe how nice and helpful this instructor is. He is an Ideal professor. He likes to see his students succeed. He is vey smart and makes you understand the material very well. he is kind hearted and you will never like to miss any of his lectures. Simply, he is an amazing instructor.I Got A+ in his curses.
This is the Greatest Chem instructor. Take my advice, not only is he smart, nice, supportive, but he acturally is an advocate for all of his students.So many students want his class that he usually have a registration wait-list longer than all the other instructors have in their whole class. Here is my advise, come to class and don't miss...Listen!
Prof G wears his heart on his sleeve. Very caring instructor and will go the extra mile for his students. You must attend and if you want an A you MUST attend his SI sessions!! SIs are awesome and very supportive. Better than any other Chem instructor at OCC by far, just look at his waitlists. If you have to take chemistry, take Professor G.
Great teacher! Very helpful, exams are easy if you study his lecture notes and do the practice quizes. Take this teacher for Chemistry 1000!!
Grunfeld has a big heart and good humor. As much as I love him he does get a bit unorganized at times and also has a hard time keeping schedule. We would get out 2 hours early some days which was nice. Love him overall, remember-- Chemistry is not easy. You need to apply yourself. Grundfeld is probably the best option at OCC. Love you Grundfeld!
Mr. Grunfeld is a very good professor. He pays attention to all the students. Even though English is my second language, I still understand Mr. Grunfeld well. Anyone who takes time to study will easily get an A. Just do all the homework and if you have any question, he will be very willing to help you. I wish he could teach 1520.
He is an overall good professor, nice, but lacks clarity when explaining concepts much of the time, which is why you MUST attend his supplemental instructor Hilda's review sessions! Hilda is your key to success, a clear understanding & A+ grade! She explains everything so incredibly well, it is impossible not to get an A if you go to her sessions!
Mr. Grunfeld is the nicest professor. His tests exactly follow his notes. If you have trouble understanding, he has a great SI who can teach you the same info in a different way. Take Grunfeld if you need to take Chem 1000!
Just finished chem 1000 with a 99%. I studied quite a bit and went to one SI session per week. Professor Grunfeld loves what he teaches and is such a sweetheart, though is sometimes not easy to follow as he has an accent and talks very fast. I think going to the SI sessions were key to my understanding of the material.
Professor Grunfeld is a very enthusiastic professor. He is very helpful & loves to crack a good chemistry-related joke. He also has a very helpful SI that is there before and after class, & she helps clear up anything you're having trouble with. The only thing I didn't like is that Grunfeld isn't teaching any other chem classes other than CHE 1000!
Great Professor he really does care and is helpful. I have to give respect to his student instructor Hilda she is the best. Hilda and Mr. Grunfeld are like Bonnie and Clyde they work together but you have an opportunity to get two different perspectives which is very helpful. Great Professor Great SI will be taking Chem 1320 over the summer.
Professor Grunfield, is the greatest chemistry teacher and Hilda the SI is fantastic. The tests are exactly like the study guide and before each exam Hilda will go over the test right before your exam and she will pre-test you. I will take Grunfield again!!
This man doesn't know how to explain anything. He is the worst professor I have ever had at OCC. Which says a lot coming from an A student like me. Would never ever take him again. Ps thr SI teaches before and after which I could never make because I had classes and wasn't aware we had to arrange our schedule around the SI. The tests weren't bad
Do not purchase the book, you just use his notes. Stay after class if you have questions or go to his office. Don't email him, he never responded to any of us. SI is must with Hilda (you can email her). For every class you miss he takes 1 percent off your final grade. Overall I would take him again. Final grade.. A.
Professor Grunfeld is a GREAT teacher. He and his helper Hilda will do everything possible to ensure you pass the class and do well!! If you go to Hildas SI classes and his lectures you will ABSOLUTELY get an A. Study guides are basically the same as his test! Be sure to do them and you will pass! I Got an A+ just by paying attention to lecture
Mr. Grunfeld is the best of the best! He really knows chemistry and is willing to help students who struggle with the subject. His student instructor Hilda is very dedicated as well in making sure grasp the material. I transferred as a guest student from Schoolcraft and that was the best decision ever! Attend lecture and lab and you will pass..
Dr. Grunfeld is an amazing instructor. However, Organic Chemistry is NOT an easy A. You must attend lecture and you must study. He and his SI Hilda will always be there to help you, but you must be willing to put in the work. Especially at the beginning of the term. Know your material and naming is important. The second half of the term is easier.
Chemistry is one of the worst subjects imaginable for many (me included), but Grunfeld knows this and makes it as easy as possible on his students. Well organized, very clear cut, and a costum made textbook hardly thicker than a pencil, the majority of students are sure to be able to pass his class or get an A.
It's kind of hard to understand him sometimes. He is really kind and will explain to you whatever you don't understand. Never be late to lab though, he hates that. Overall pretty good professor. Chemistry is hard enough on its own, but he tries to make it as easy as possible.
Prof Grunfeld is an amazing professor, who genuinely cares about his students and wants to see them succeed. Between he and his SI, as long as you show up and put in the work, you will get the grade you deserve. Cant wait to take him again for organic chem, highly recommend! No need for a text book either, just buy his notes and the online HW.
Shambolic teacher, the class is easy as hell. He is extremely hard to understand he's never clear when giving instruction, has a really bad speech impediment and the handwriting of a two year old. The class is easy, the SI Hilda is annoying and will guilt trip you everyday. If you want an A go ahead and take this class, if you want to learn avoid.
Best chemistry teacher ever! He always make time to help if you need it. The SI, Hilda is very helpful as well. Take him, you will not regret it!
First of all, I have not taken a chemistry class in 15 years and I wasn't good at it then either. Mr. Grunfeld made this class better than I ever could have imagined. He has a S.I. that goes over the same information after class and it is a good review to make sure that you completely understand everything. I found his humor funny, too.
First off, I'd like to say this: If you'd actually like to learn chemistry, DO NOT choose this professor. He makes everything extremely easy, when it shouldn't be. I'm surprised no one has reported him by now. Too much extra credit. He NEVER responds to your emails, I repeat, NEVER. So hard to understand & he teaches you the most childish concepts.
Grunfeld is a smart guy and really nice, but not very organized. I know he doesn't teach 1510 very often but the course was a bit of a mess. We ran out of notes three weeks before the end of the semester. That being said, I did learn a few things and he and his SI did their best to prepare us for every test, even reviewing RIGHT beforehand. Easy A.
Honestly one of the BEST science professors out there. Mr. Grunfeld cares about his students and wants them to succeed. Definitely considering taking his general chemistry class.
Coming to class and participating is important to grade. He's an excellent professor . Wants you to pass
Make sure to show up to the SI sessions with Hilda, she's who you really learn from. Grunfeld has VERY bad handwriting and is somewhat hard to understand. I took this class at MSU and got a 2.5 yet took it with him and got a 4.0 in the class with minimal effort. Grunfeld and Hilda are really on your side and will help all they can to get you an A
Seriously, one of the most caring teachers! Emails suck, but if you hunt him down before or after class he will sit with you as long as it takes for you to understand it. He is wicked intelligent and knows that this is not the easiest subject to understand, so he helps as much as he can! His SI is the complete opposite of him, however.
He is the best take him.
Take him if you are not good at chem!!!! He is so nice and the material/labs are not hard at all. He has an si too that comes before and after class to do an extra lecture if you want more help. Take him!!!
While I consider Prof Grunfeld to be a great teacher, the SI Hilda is what really makes this class exceptional. Without her, getting an A in the class would be much harder. She teachers an hour before each lecture. It's not mandatory to attend her sessions, but I would highly recommend it.
Mr. Grunfeld and his SI, Hilda, are an amazing team! They genuinely care about students and want you to succeed. He is such a kind, caring teacher and his chem jokes and stories made class interesting. DEFINITELY go to SI sessions offered before and after class. Hilda has a great teaching style and will help you get that A if you put in the work!
go to the si sessions, you wont pass without them let alone get an A. he can get a bit annoying in labs and sometimes in lectures if you ask a question hes already gone over, but for the most part hes nice. he makes the tests as easy as he can to take but you should still try and study to pass the class, all in all id say take him.
He does a great job teaching students who dont have a chemistry background. He helps whenever and wherever you need. A great & rare professor you can find in college.
The best professor Ive taken hands down. Caring and wants you to get an A. Really easy class graded greatly. Also has the best SI in Hilda. You have to take this class!
Grunfeld was a funny professor who was nice to students and would help you understand the topics. The true gem of the class was his SI Hilda, who would help with a bunch of practice tests and help us with memorization tools. Without Hilda, I most likely would not have received the A I got in the class.
Professor Grunfeld is very sweet and really knows his stuff. I would HIGHLY recommend taking this class before CHE 1510. I use all my notes from this class. You get a great foundation in chemistry. Hildas SI sessions are indispensable. Shes incredible. Show up to class and SI, and youll get an A. Youll also learn a lot too!
*TAKE HIM!!!* Mr. Grunfield is such a gem. Going into this class, I was extremely nervous because I had not taken a Chemistry class since high school. I loved it and actually understood what I was learning. The SI Hilda also made things so much easier (loved her!). Come to class, listen, take notes, and ask questions and you will pass with an A!
One of the best professors I have ever had, lab is mantadory with a quiz a the end of each, which has clear questions. Total or 10 labs and 6 tests one lab and one test is dropped, your worst one. Goes over material until you get it. Lab is short, lecture is short. Show up to this class, pay attention and you pass.
He is such a sweet guy but truly he should not be teaching anymore. I just finished 15 weeks with him and I have no clue what the hell I just learned. You can study the information 20min before the class and pass easy. Highland Lakes campus SI Hilda seen below won't be there cause it's a long drive, totally understandable.
I really enjoyed taking his class because of his clear grading criteria. You get lab quizzes and separate lecture exams. He makes sure that everyone understands the material before you take the exam. And if you ask him questions, he is glad to answer them. Would 100% recommend him. I would definitely take more chem class from him in the future.
I had to take 1510 after this and it did not go well. Other students had learned a lot in 1000 and had an easier time in 1510. I struggled because Aparently I didn't learn anything in his 1000 class but still got an A. I liked how easy the class was when I was in it but paid for it later....
Mr. Grunfeld truely cares. If you are having trouble understanding keep asking questions during lecture. He will go over things again and again and push out the test dates if needed. He needs to know when further lecture is needed. If you leave his class not understanding and then do not do the homewrk you will not do well. I thought he was grea
The best professors I have ever had. His lectures are easy to understand. He cares about his students and wants them to be successful. You don't need the book. Show up do the work and you will be very happy with your grade.
Amazing teacher. Stop and take him seriously.
Unorganized, available right before or after class for questions, not strict on attendance, doesn't explain problems thoroughly. Didn't post grades for weeks. Doesn't hand anything back.
The professor is really nice and having the SI Hilda makes the class 10 times easier. Doesn't require a book, read the lecture outlines to pass, need to show up to lab, and no homework/papers passed back.
He is one of the most amazing teachers Ive ever had at Occ. He knows his material. Wants his students to learn and be successful. Study his notes and his exams are multiple choices only one exam written. 6 exams but you can drop the lowest exam. There is quiz every week, but he goes over whats in quiz exactly. Im so glade I took the class.
He is a must take. Great guy who wants everyone to do good and understand. Multiple choice exams, weekly quiz. The exams covers everything he has in the notes. The quizzes he goes over material a week ahead of time. Tells funny jokes. Its kind of class that you will learn and enjoy. Take him.
-recommended -what helped the most, was attending all the SI Sessions conducted by his amazing supplemental instructor, Hilda. -if Hilda is his SI and you want to do really well, go to all her sessions -was given clear format for each exam and what to expect -this class is with a laboratory portion -I took his course in Winter 2018
Saul Grunfeld is a wonderful instructor, his SI Hilda is helpful but sometimes confusing. CHE1000 is essentially "chemistry for dummies" if you have taken any other science class. After taking BIO1530 I doubt I truly needed CHE1000 before 1500.
Prof. Grunfeld at first is hard to understand, he kind of talks like a baby, but once you get used to it he really knows what he is talking about. He has an SI always with Hilda and she is soooooo helpful. The lab is mandatory with a test after, but if you took a chem class with a lab in high school honestly it is the same thing. 100% recommend!!!!
This is one of the easiest teachers at OCC. you have weekly lab quizzes that he gives the answers for, so you just have to study those. When it comes to testing, he drops one and he literally tells you what is on the test, as you guys are taking notes. I recommend everyone going to the Si Hilda, she helps a lot.
Gives you all of the notes you will need at the beginning of the unit. Never opened my book. Didn't collect the labs until the end of the semester. He gave everyone an A on the homework if you simply bought the online program. Easiest chemistry class I have ever taken. Don't take if you want to actually learn chem or are taking a harder class later
Mr. Grunfeld cares about the success of his students, especially the one's who make it clear that they are trying to learn and to succeed themselves. He is willing to help outside of class, and tells you exactly what is going to be on the test. If you feel he hasn't been clear enough on what will be on the test, just ask him and he will tell you.
So the class itself isnt really hard to pass, but the professor and his SI leave a lot to be desired. Prof G is pretty disorganized, a few of my classmates had to wait several weeks for grades. The SI sessions arent very helpful, a lot of time is wasted on pre-tests that should be spent reviewing the material. They both talk during tests, loudly.
Nice guy, incompetent teacher. If you actually want to learn theory and understand chemistry, don't take him. Easy A, but painfully boring lectures and labs. I literally taught myself through Kahn Academy videos so that I can be prepared for Organic Chem, which I'll be taking elsewhere. Also, he is frustratingly unreachable outside of class time.
Professor Grunfeld is the only professor I have met that has cared sincerely about his students succeeding. He demands respect from his students and he deserves it. He is very clear on grading criteria and will help you with ANYTHING. He provides ample amount of feedback and opportunity to gain points that were missed. TAKE HIM FOR YOUR CHEM NEEDS
You cant understand anything he says. It sounds like he has a bunch of food in his mouth when he talks. I ended up dropping this class after failing the first 2 test. Im an A student and I couldnt get this class because it was really hard to understand him. He talks to fast too.
OKAY, SO ALOT OF STUDENTS DON'T LIKE HIM DUE TO SUPERFICIAL THINGS. HE DOES HAVE A STRONG ACCENT AND IS OLDER, BUT HE IS A PHENOMENAL PROFESSOR. IF YOU TRY AT THE HW YOU GET 100/100. THE QUIZES FROM LABS ARE EASY AND THE TESTS CAN BE CHALLENGING BUT THE LAST EXAMS ARE A CAKE WALK. TAKE HIS CLASS. I AM A SCIENCE MAJOR AND I LOVED IT!!
Prof Grunfeld's teaching methods are unorthodox to say the least. But he will help you if you ask him questions. His lectures a quite confusing and all over the place. So I suggest teaching the material to yourself at home via youtube and online homework PDF sheets. Also attend Si Hilda's study sessions and pick a good partner for lab work
Grunfeld is a solid all around choice for Chem classes. I will say this is my second time taking Chem 1000 but primarily because the first Professor I had was very poor (Chodan at Highland Lakes). After basically flunking Chem 1000 for the first time, taking Grunfeld completely changed things for me. I passed with an A and I would take him again.
I really wouldn't recommend taking Grunfeld ONLINE. Maybe he's okay in the classroom but he is old and makes the online portion VERY frustrating. He opened and shut a quiz in 15 minutes out of the entire week, which 90 percent of us missed. He also requires you to pay over 100 dollars to sign up for an online learning platform way worse than D2L
We had a 15 minute quiz during class time BUT he stated in the syllabus we HAVE to be in class time to take quizzes. And 90% of the class did NOT miss it. The prof. is doing his best to teach us, recording videos, explaining, answering questions, etc. DON'T come here to cry. This class is NOT hard and we all know it, don't be lazy. GET OVER IT.
Quizzes are easy, but they were formatted as if he made the correct answer as the wrong answer. The syllabus is tentative, but one time he didn't notify us about an exam until two days before the exam.
Quizzes are actually easy, and he makes mistakes sometimes but corrects them. He notified about a test 2 days before but you should be studying and be prepared at all times. Especially if you're going to the medical field...I'm not even in this field and I got A's on all tests so far. Don't be lazy and blame professors. This is an intro class,cmon!
Easy class, do your work and study the lecture notes he posts. Also EXTREMELY lenient and nice. Sometimes he doesn't get back to your emails but if you send again he will respond. The tests are pretty easy and you will get a hundred on your homework if you complete it, and doing extra credit guided inquiries will move your grade an entire unit +/-
Professor Grunfeld assigned the perfect about of work per week. In this class you must complete ten quizzes, six exams, and complete sapling homework for each chapter. Professor Grunfeld was always there to answer questions and help you.
Professor Grunfeld deserves every positive remark regarding his teaching because its true. Hes very passionate, knowledgeable, and informative with chemistry. He is also understanding, so just have a zoom session in order to get caught up to speed on any material you dont understand. If you apply yourself, youll do well in his class. Take him.
I was nervous about taking Chemistry and I told professor Grunfeld and he said don't worry I am here to help. Once he said that I felt calm. He cares about his students. He wants you to succeed. But you have to do the work. Prepare for class and ask questions. He will help you. If I had to take another chem class, I would choose Professor Grunfeld
Prof. Grunfeld is probably the only science professor that cares about his students. I have never taken a course with a teacher that listened to student feedback and was passionate about teaching and helping students learn the material. Chemistry can be a hard course, but Prof. Grunfeld makes it simple. 100% would take any course offered by him.
Very understanding about personal circumstances. Be attentive and try your hardest and he will recognize your efforts. The class I took was 12 weeks and was graded on 6 tests,10 labs, and about 3 chapters of homework online. There were 8 chapters of homework posted but he later made some extra credit and others not mandatory. Will not fail you.
Professor Grunfeld is a very kind, compassionate teacher. He truly cares about you and takes his time to make sure everyone understands the material. Goes slow and he is a fair grader and your grade is 100% on if you take some time to go through his lecture notes which are easy to understand. Would recommend him to anyone.
Professor Grunfeld is by far the best science professor I have taken throughout my college career. He makes sure the students are understanding the material before he moves on and gives in-depth explanation of his lecture notes. Follow his lecture notes and you'll do well on the exams. Makes lectures/labs enjoyable to go to. 10/10 would take again.
10/10 if you have to take chemistry Professor Grunfeld truly cares that his students do good in his class, he makes sure his students understand the material given.
BEST PROFESSOR AT OAKLAND COMM!! This course was by far one of my most difficult courses taken, BUT he was a huge help ALWAYS. Listen to me, I cannot fathom how difficult this class was for me... so if I can pass so can you! UTILIZE HIS OFFICE HOURS. He truly cares for his students and is very kind hearted too! Wish I could take him again:(
Professor Grunfeld is an awesome teacher he really cares about the students, I was scared of failing his class but he assured me that I will pass. He gives credit for effort and even gives out extra credit seminars to help your grade. WILL NOT FAIL YOU, HE WILL PASS YOU.
What an amazing and outstanding teacher! His teaching style is great and he is hilarious! He always had on his cap and was ready to go. Very easy class 100/10 I love the guy.
prof.Grunfeld is the most amazing professor i've ever had. He assures you that he will not fail you and he is here to help you. his lectures are very clear and easy to understand and doesn't require more hours of studying a week for his exams. He is very caring and will help you succeed in this class. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.
I walked in this class thinking I was going to fail. I was wrong, he cares for passing his students.
Professor Grunfeld is incredibly helpful and makes the material easy to understand. His lectures are engaging, and he provides great support to ensure students succeed. Using unstuckstudy alongside the course materials has been a game-changer for my study prep. Definitely recommend this class!
He is a nice guy and wants you to pass the class, but he is old and makes mistakes in the lectures, doesnt answer any emails, some of his grading seems off and he is difficult to understand at times. He lectures but you will find it very difficult to do well in this class if you are not studying outside of class.
Professor Grunfeld is awesome. He does everything he can to get his students into the programs they want to get into. He is always available during office hours or after class, but I will say he doesn't reply to emails. I was freaking out about taking organic/biochem, but after a couple classes/labs with him I knew I'd be fine.
He is a bit hard to understand at first, but once you get used to it and listen he does know what he is talking about. He cares for his students. He doesn't really follow the syllabus. The textbook is not required and there is no homework. Study what he lectures, it's pretty similar to what is on the exams.
Prof Grunfeld is very sweet and is full of insightful stories. He makes class fun! He does not require a textbook. Study the notes passed out and pay attention to his examples. SI helped at the beginning of class also. Try to form study groups and review with each other.
Professor Grunfeld is a rare type of person and anyone who comes across him is blessed to have met him. Empathetic, caring and provides good feedback, you will have everything you need to do well. If you show interest, show up and do your best, he will believe in you. He genuinely wants to see his students successful.
Professor Grunfeld truly cares about his students and wants to see them succeed. All exams depict exactly what is covered in lecture and in his notes. Participate and ask questions.
Very compassionate guy. Begun to get confused on when he said tests were/what he said would be on them. Made it difficult to come prepared. Had a test almost every class. Says he will do whatever he needs to in order for you to get a good grade (but he often forgets what he says). Would often make mistakes during lecture. Does NOT answer emails.
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