4.5

Scott Fielder

Chemistry - York University - Keele Campus

4.5
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
76%
Would Retake
99
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4.5
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

76%

Would Retake

99

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What Students Say

Scott Fielder is the best prof I've ever had

CHEM1000 - 5.0 rating

Gifted teacher, takes a hard subject and makes it into something interesting that you want to go and learn more about in your free time

CHEM1550 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

38%

Textbook Required

76%

Grade Predictor

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71% confidence
Based on 7 grades
Most common grades:
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A- (1)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 8 reported grades
A: 3
B: 2
A-: 1
Not sure yet: 1
Common Tags
Hilarious (9)
Amazing lectures (5)
Caring (4)
Respected (3)
Skip class? You won't pass. (3)
Get ready to read (3)
Inspirational (3)
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Reviews (99)
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NATS1820
May 1, 2003

He is a great prof. He can spend with you hours to explain your questions. He is the best prof. in york.

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NATS1820
May 26, 2003

scott rocks

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NAT1820
Sep 15, 2003

he is one of the best porf i ever had ... so nice, so lucky to have him

5.0
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NATS3650
Oct 14, 2003

scott is so enthusiastic that he always wakes me up. he's really passionate about chem, thats what makes the best profs - passion for what they teach.

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NATS1820
Nov 23, 2003

I usually hate science, but Scott Fielder actually makes it relevant and interesting. He's very enthuisiactic, it's a great class (and easy too!)

5.0
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NATS1820
Dec 6, 2003

He is fun to learn from. Very interesting. Made me like chem! He relates to his students and understands that we do not want to be scientists. And he's HOT!!

5.0
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NATS1820
Dec 7, 2003

awesome! i love the world now

5.0
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NATS1820
Dec 15, 2003

There is no better prof at York University then this man. The best prof I have and will ever have in my life!!!!!!! Consider yourself lucky if he's your prof, that's all I have to say.

5.0
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NATS1820
Feb 14, 2004

awesome teacher and person. makes chem fun! and he's HOT

5.0
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NATS1980
Grade: A-
Mar 16, 2004

Awesome teacher! Even if you hate chem- you can get through this class and actually learn something.

5.0
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NATS1820
Mar 26, 2004

Scott's the best prof I've ever had at York. He might just be the best prof at York, PERIOD. Always has time for you, and enthusiastic like crazy about what he teaches. And he's the nicest guy ever. I love this guy!

5.0
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NATS1820
Apr 2, 2004

Very funny!

5.0
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NATS1820
May 3, 2004

SCOTT.... I LOVE THE GUY!!! he's easily the best prof @ York, made chemistry fun, and he's so nice BRILLIANT....easy to talk to...and simply fantastic! i couldn't have asked for a better prof, he is LIFE! "HOW RUDE!" science centre was amazing!

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NATS1820
May 7, 2004

scott is hilarious! he turned me into a chemist! i learned a lot of neat stuff .this class is an easy A if u pay attention. and he's always there to help.

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NATS1820
Jun 29, 2004

If you ever have the chance to take any class taught by Scott TAKE IT!! He WILL make it fun and interesting, and he's an excellent teacher.

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1800
Jul 8, 2004

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NATS1820
Sep 14, 2004

I'm an english major and was dreading my required science credit...I ended up with an A+, and that is ONE HUNDRED PERCENT due to Scott's teaching. Take his classes!

5.0
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NATS1820
Sep 20, 2004

Scott is just awesome! He is so fun, that he made Chemistry fun and easy. The tests are all from his lectures, and pretty much easy. If you go to class you wont have a problem!

5.0
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NATS1820
Sep 21, 2004

i've had this guy for 3 classes...he's simply amazing. none of my other profs provide such enthusiasm or bring as much fun into the classroom as he did. i mean how can you not love a guy who talks about nuclear bombs the 3rd class!

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NAT1820
Sep 23, 2004

just simply amazing!!

5.0
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NATS1820
Sep 29, 2004

this guy is gresat ! he really makes learning things that you are not interested in fun

5.0
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NATS1830
Sep 30, 2004

Sweet

5.0
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CPAN100
Oct 7, 2004

I Wouldnt go to the class if scott wasnt the the prof. The crapiest class someone can ever take... instead of teaching us how to get around a windows error, he teaches us how to get around unix securities... way to go scott!

5.0
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NATS1820
Oct 20, 2004

Very easy going. Its probably the best prof i've had so far. Makes chemistry fun. i know thats hard to believe but check it out for yourself.

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NATS
Oct 23, 2004

very entertaining teacher highly recommen him for his nats molecules and the mind.

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NATS1820
Nov 6, 2004

Scott is super hot! I have the worlds biggest secret crush on him

5.0
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MOLMIND
Nov 27, 2004

Wonderful man!Makes things very easy to understand, and extremely interesting! The best prof I've had in my life! He's a 10 on my list!

5.0
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NATS1830
Grade: B
Dec 3, 2004

No Comments

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NATS1820
Jan 5, 2005

Scott's class is horrible!!! Really if you have a choice DON'T TAKE IT!!!!!! He uses cheap tactics to get the students to like him... (Very sad) Oh and by the way OAC chemistry required!!!! Course discription is a lie!!!! SAVE YOUR TIME AND MONEY!!!!****TYYY TEACHER AND COURSE!!!!!

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NATS1820
Jan 7, 2005

Horrid class!!!!!!!! Horrid teacher!!!!!! Sickens me that people have "a secret crush on him!!!!!" Waste of time and $$$!!!!

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NAT1820
Jan 19, 2005

great prof, fun and easy going ...

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NATSCI1820
Mar 1, 2005

No Comments

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NATS1830
Mar 15, 2005

Best Prof at York U ever!!! I've been at York for 4 years and I've never had a better Prof than Scott. He's really sensitive to the students level of learning, all his classes are hilarious, you're actually learning chem without you knowing it (I hated and sucked at Chem before I took his class)

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NATS1830
Mar 16, 2005

Best Professor I ever had.

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NATS1820
Mar 30, 2005

Not a bad prof, but his tests are quite difficult and the only component used in grading. His lecturing style is entertaining, but difficult to follow. I hate buying textbooks, but I think this class needs one. But the course material is very interesting and the class attracts loads of pretty girls

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1820
Apr 10, 2005

Scott is hillarious! Best proff yet- his class is so entertaining! tests are a little hard- you gotta go to the class since theres no text but meh. he makes it interesting. love it!

5.0
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NATS1820
Apr 19, 2005

Very interesting and helpful course. Prof makes clases very entertaining and fun. dont miss classes and u will do well.

5.0
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NATS1820
Apr 19, 2005

Awesome class, defintely hot!!!

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NATS1830
May 18, 2005

Oh Scott. How I love you. For someone to say they don't like him, they clearly must be completely insane. Not only is he sensitive to different learning styles and needs, he is HILARIOUS, and such a good guy. Hot. Hot hot. Loved him.

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NATS1820
May 20, 2005

REALLY GOOD PROF

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NATS1820
May 23, 2005

The description matched the teachings. This class was the bomb. Literally. He blew up things and he was hilarious. No textbook, just show up. Be prepared, cause Scott is hard to get a hold of, he's always busy. Also, guys should watch out cause he loves the ladies and caters to them first. Cool TA in Mike. Definetly a class to take.

5.0
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NATS1830
Jun 1, 2005

Scott's the best. If i were a woman I would have his babies. If you want an A take this class. all you have to do is show up. You'd have to be retarded to get a B. It's sooo eazzzy and Scot makes it lots of fun!

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NATSC1830
Jun 6, 2005

Scott is the best prof ever. Hilarious, amazing teacher, and makes lectures so awesome you never want to miss a class. Take it as a GenEd, take it as an elective. Just take this class before you graduate. I'm a fine arts major and now all of a sudden a chemist as well. You'll love it, get an awesome grade and you get four hours a week with Scott!!!

4.0
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NATS
Jun 7, 2005

Scott's a cool cat. His class is easy if you know OAC Chemistry. If not, pick up an old textbook and you'll be smooth sailing. Scotty is a smooth dude, and don't be shocked by the influx of hot girls in the class. You might have to tolerate some of his mackin, but the girls will keep you packin.

5.0
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NATS1830
Jun 8, 2005

scott's awesome. not enof ppl take his class. he manages to form a personal bond with just about everyone. you don't need to know much chemistry to take his class. in fact if you know some, at times you wish he'd hurry up but then you remember you're not the only one in his class. he's so funny and does amazing demonstrations for his class

3.0
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NATS1890
Jul 18, 2005

very entertaining class, however, there is a huge problem with how the class is tested. Were told these hugely humourous stories which help us learn about the background of science. The problem is we aren't tested on this, we're tested on the application. For nats students this can be hard and discouraging.

5.0
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NATS1890
Jul 27, 2005

BEST PROF EVER! He makes it FUN to learn: he is hilarious!, his course material is VERY interesting, and LABS are actually entertaining and fun. I learned the most in this class than I did in any of my other classes and this information I learned is actually very USEFUL in everyday life! Definitely HOT class!

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NATS1820
Nov 18, 2005

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5.0
2.0
NATS1820
Jan 25, 2007

Greatest prof!

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NATS1820
Feb 12, 2007

The best prof ever ever ever! the only prof who can actually keep u awake thru the 3 hr long lectures...u jus cannot doze off 2 sleep..even if hes talkin abt electrons n protons!...n his tests r like so cute... u wont even feel as if u jus sat for 1!..his jokes r sooo cute...is a real sweetheart...da only class i look forward to! highly recommended

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NATSB
Mar 30, 2007

I think he's the best! He really made my year. He knows sooo much. I wish I can shrink him down and put him in my pocket. I would bring him everywhere like to my class exams, to the museum, the science centre, the zoo (he sure would fit in with the animals in the zoo -j/k)Sir, if you're reading this, u know I'm ur favourite student right...(Lemons)

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NATS1810
Apr 3, 2007

it is "WELL KNOWN" that scott is the BEST PROF EVER!!!;) The best thng dat has evr happnd to york is scott....hes soooo adorable:) y y y cudn dis b a yr long course? i actually looked forward 2 attndin his classes..he made york fun,made chem fun...u can really learn a lot frm him..don leave york wthout dis course...ud b missin out a LOT!& n easy A.

5.0
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NATS1810
Apr 4, 2007

The BEST professor ever, made learning really fun, very funny (not a understatment), and a nice guy, went of of his way every to help, and was really crazily into the subject and brought everyone else in with him. I felt I learned so much!

5.0
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NATSC1810
Apr 10, 2007

Scott is one of the best professors that i have ever had. I never thought that science could be this interesting. He teaches you interesting stuff and even though he stoped us from buying a text book, i think i learned the most in this class. If you take scott's class tell him I LOVE HIM!!!

5.0
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NATS1820
Aug 26, 2007

I am an Economics major. And through out my 4 years of York, I have not had one class better or more interesting then the class of Prof. Scott Fielder. Honest, he is the best prof I have ever had. He makes the material easy to understand, fun and he is very easy going . Pure pleasure to have him as an instructor.

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SCHM1550
Oct 12, 2007

wonderful proffessor

5.0
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GAME110
Nov 19, 2007

Makes you learn without you knowing.

5.0
1.0
CHEM1550
Dec 10, 2007

HE'S COOL

5.0
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NATSENER
Dec 12, 2007

by far the best prof i have ever had.

5.0
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NATS1820
Dec 16, 2007

best teacher ever!He uses very good analogies using real life stories that help you understand hard topics very clearly and remember them. No textbook use. if you go to all classes and pay attention you will get an A. plus hes funny!

5.0
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GAME220
Apr 3, 2008

Awesome teacher, Knows what he's talking about and teaches for the love of it, not for the pay.

5.0
1.0
CHEM2020
May 6, 2008

His classes are always fun to attend. He goes through the material at a good pace, and allows you to remember the material without memorizing. Fantastic.

3.0
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CHEM2020
Jul 13, 2008

yes, he is funny, and that keeps me awake for ... half of the lecture. The other half, I totally lost track of his lecture. I prefer Potvin since I learn more from him.

5.0
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NATS1820
Aug 16, 2008

The best professor I've ever had at York. Fielder is hilarious, but his tangents always relate back to something. He will explain chemistry through the most bizarre stories and leave you understanding way better than you would just learning theory. I wish I had videotaped all his lectures; it's like being taught by a stand-up comedian. Brilliant!

5.0
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CHEM1550
Feb 10, 2009

i never thought that i will like chem. he is the best prof i ever had!!! absolutely great and he has excellent sense of humour. he will help you to rise your average)))

5.0
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CHEM2050
Jun 11, 2009

The most enthusiastic and halrious professor you'll ever have. Best of all, he knows the importance of general concepts. He doesn't stay forever on memorizing details. His analogies are an excellent strategy in teaching. The only improvement would be how quickly he talks sometimes. If you can, bring a recorder.

5.0
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CHEM2050
Jun 22, 2009

extremely great professor. Explanations are gold, go to class it is more than worth it. He is extremely helpful and he treats you like a human.

5.0
1.0
CHEM2050
Sep 22, 2009

he is not serious , and i wasted my time,and my money.

5.0
2.0
CHEM1550
Dec 8, 2009

Scott is the best prof ever! I went from having no chemistry background to getting an A+ in his class! I will miss him; he was one of the best professors I have ever had (and that's saying a lot being in my 6th year of university!)

5.0
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CHEM1550
Dec 12, 2009

The only professor I will miss once done York!! His enthusiasm is CONTAGIOUS! With 0 chem knowledge prior to this class, I actually considered changing majors(and many do!). Great personality, keeps you alert and interested. Must take Scott's class!

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CHEMISTR
Feb 26, 2010

BEST PROF EVERRR!! So passionate about chem, it's AWESOME! I love him and his intellect. He's so smart! TAKE HIS CLASS NO MATTER WHAT!! Even if you don't understand something, he will take his own time after class to explain it to you! So devoted to his work.

5.0
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CHEMCHEM
Apr 1, 2010

He is SO COOL!!! You can learn so much from his class! Strongly recommended you take his course. You will walk out a genius.

5.0
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CHEM1001
Jul 31, 2010

On my third degree and Scott is the by far the best prof. I have ever had. He removes the layers of obfuscation surround chemistry and makes it an easy and fun topic to learn. Truly a wonderful teacher and a kind hearted man. I hope that one day I might become like Scott.

5.0
1.0
CHEM1001
Aug 20, 2010

amazing prof! Brilliant! I love his teaching style! Go to his classes, listen very well, and you're set for tests and final exam! He is really helpful during lect and afterwards!! he should teach all of chemistry courses!!! An easy A+, i hardly did work but studied what he wanted you to study! He makes you understand the concepts than doing math

4.0
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CHEM1001
Aug 23, 2010

Great prof. his teaching style is amazing, you will never lose interest. His tests are also easy if you study what he tells you to. But I have to admit he has very little control over the course when administration is concerned, he needs to fix that.

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CHEM1550
Mar 18, 2012

Scott is the best. He keeps you engaged and excited to come to class. I found I needed to do a fair bit of self-teaching after class. His stories help illustrate concepts, but if you don't have a chem background, you may need to supplement your own learning with youtube videos and google. The text sucks and Scott knows it so rarely uses it.

3.0
3.0
CHEM1001
Jun 29, 2012

Very interesting proff. full of so much energy, always telling stories in class to keep you engaged, however they usually tend to lead off topic. Didn't learn much in his class when it came time to theory but the tested were quite easy IF you attended lectures. Overall he really needs to teach some ACTUAL chemistry rather than his life stories!

5.0
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CHEM1550
Dec 13, 2013

I've been at York for 5 years and I've had lots of good professors, but Scott tops the charts! Before taking his class, I had no interest in chemistry and was only enrolled in this class because it was a requirement for my program. Scott is so animated and passionate about chemistry and that made me really excited also! He's very approachable and

5.0
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CHEM1550
Jan 9, 2014

Scott is amazing! He loves chemistry and his enthusiasm is contagious. He's funny and a bit nutty but that just makes the class more enjoyable. If you go to class, you will do well on his tests.

5.0
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CHEM1550
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 18, 2015

Dr. Fielder is an amazing prof! Truly one of a kind. He is so caring and funny. His lectures are NEVER boring. Profs like him SHOULD be honoured and appreciated. MUST take his class. I haver never met a prof who is so passionate about his field, and this is my second degree!!!

4.0
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CHEM1550
Grade: A+
Jan 13, 2016

I don't know one person that has said anything bad about Scott. He's charming, he's funny and he just seems to know how to explain things to everyone. He really knows how to make you understand what he's talking about. He tells a lot of stories too that made class even more enjoyable. Just study what he talks about and you'll do great in the course

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NAT1820
Apr 9, 2016

Clever jokes and good stories all the time.

5.0
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CHEM1000
Jun 25, 2016
Would take again

Take as many as you could with him.

4.0
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CHEM1000
Aug 19, 2016
Would take again

Scott is bay fay one of the best in chemist, most important is his tests, which are very fair and if you just attend the lectures and follow every thing he says you will get a minimum B+. Good luck

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM1000
Sep 1, 2016
Would take again

Scott Fielder is the best prof I've ever had. He genuinely cares about his students & is so passionate about chem that it makes class enjoyable and studying easier. I would highly recommend you take his class. His tests are manageable if you study and go to class. You might actually end up enjoying chem 1000 with Scott (hard to believe but true)

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
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2.0
CHEM1000
Sep 5, 2016
Would take again

Great prof, super easy tests and final exam. Lecture material is pretty simple, but make sure to read the textbook for an A.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
3.0
3.0
CHEM1000
Dec 6, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Lectures have nothing to do with test or exam material, pretty much useless. Tutorials are not helpful. Does not post any material online for help. Tests and grading were fair. Would not take again. He is a nice and funny guy although, I can see why everybody loves him.

Hilarious
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CHEM1000
Dec 9, 2016
Would take again

i usually hate my profs but i cant not love this guy. he is simply AMAZING. make sure not to leave the lectures early unless he's not paying attention, he will legit roast you in front of the whole class

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
4.0
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CHEM1000
Dec 27, 2016
Would take again

He's not very organized when it comes to teaching each chapter with good examples. I learned from reading the textbook for the most part. Though it was fun attending his lectures, he's a funny prof. His tests were straightforward, just have to study a little bit to get an A.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Caring
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CHEM1000
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2017
Would take again

good prof easy quizzes (the final exam is pretty hard but thats not up to him) very funny makes the concepts relevant using stories but if you take him you are going to have to teach yourself from the book because most of the time he only teaches the concepts and doesnt explain how to do the questions that are on the test

Hilarious
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CHEM1001
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2017
Would take again

Scott is HILARIOUS!!! I enjoyed every moment of his class. Although his lectures are enjoyable, they could never be a substitute for the textbook. Going to class is mostly just for a good time, you don't learn much that will be on the test but you do laugh a lot. He inspires his students to explore chemistry and develop a passion for it.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
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CHEM1001
May 12, 2017
Would take again

hes a great guy and really tries to get everyone interested in the subject but realistically you are going to have to teach yourself from the book classes are fun but you don't have to go

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CHEM1001
Jun 16, 2017
Would take again

so passionate. he really cares about his students and really wants to spread the love of chemistry. not very organized when it comes to lectures, but still manages to teach the concepts. sometimes skips over certain material which you will have to teach yourself from the textbook. do your homework, come to class and you should be fine.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
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CHEM1001
Sep 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Awful prof!! Won't correct grades over significant figure issues! Super nitpicky, make sure you write your test in pen. Explains in class so you think you will be fine and then gives an insane test! Apparently he used to be really really good, but now he definitely isn't. Avoid at all costs.

Tough Grader
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CHEM1001
Nov 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

he does not explain concepts at all. he basically jokes his way through the entire lecture. It may work for some people i guess

2.0
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CHEM1550
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Jokes his way through class, makes it difficult to anticipate what material will be tested. Doesn't elaborate. Lacks communication outside of class and with TA. Many things needed to be remarked as the TA would mark things wrong that were noted as factual in class. No Moodle. Frustrating + unstructured professor, definitely would NOT recommend.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
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CHEM1550
Grade: A
Jan 11, 2018
Would take again

Scott takes a difficult course and injects it with enthusiasm & humour. He takes the time to explain concepts in multiple ways so that everyone gets it. The way he delivers his lectures helps you make it through 3 hours. His tone may suggest his tests are an easy A, they're not. If he mentions something like functional groups, know it well!

Hilarious
Caring
Tests are tough
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CHEM1550
Sep 29, 2018
Would take again

One of the last of a dying breed of teachers who actually TEACHES. Real teaching, not PowerPoint reading. I love his lectures- they are entertaining and help you really understand what is going on rather than just memorizing. Also really appreciate that he treats students as adults- no micromanaging, no textbook, focus is just on learning. Thanks!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
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CHEM1550
Dec 9, 2018
Would take again

Gifted teacher, takes a hard subject and makes it into something interesting that you want to go and learn more about in your free time. You get the sense he doesnt care much about grades but really wants you to understand the concepts and be inspired- it worked

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
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Attendance Mandatory

38%

Textbook Required

76%

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