2.7

Stacey Fiddler

Chemistry - Portland Community College

2.7
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
32%
Would Retake
103
Reviews
2.7
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
2.8
Helpful
2.6
Clarity

32%

Would Retake

103

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

23

4

12

3

15

2

30

1

23

What Students Say

I couldn't believe how poorly she treated students

221 - 2.0 rating

Weekly quizzes and tests are very difficult

CH221 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

81%

Textbook Required

65%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 32 grades
Most common grades:
A (10)
Not sure yet (5)
B (5)
Grade Distribution
A(15)B(8)C(2)D(3)F(0)A-/B+(7)
Based on 41 reported grades
A: 10
Not sure yet: 5
B: 5
A+: 5
Common Tags
Lots of homework (18)
Tough grader (18)
Gives good feedback (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (6)
Lecture heavy (5)
Test heavy (5)
Clear grading criteria (4)
So many papers (4)
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Ratings by Course

CH243

5.0

(1)

CHEMISTRY151

5.0

(2)

CH105

4.0

(3)

CHEM151

4.0

(3)

CHEM241

4.0

(1)
+18 more courses
Difficulty by Course

46211

5.0

CHEM115

5.0

CH222

5.0

CHEM100

4.7

CHEM222

4.1

Reviews (103)
3.0
1.0
CH
Jan 7, 2005

Dreaded group work, and lots of it. Did not enjoy her teaching style. Extremely kindergarten like

5.0
3.0
CH221
Feb 22, 2005

stacey, is very helpful, clear and she knows what she is talking about. she gives is a lenient grader but her tests are hard. I recommend her but she will challenge you.

4.0
3.0
CH221
Mar 4, 2005

When Stacey lectures, she's pretty good at explaining concepts. But the majority of the class was spent working in groups of 4, trying to figure out the concepts on our own. She has some class rules that make you feel like you're a little kid.

2.0
4.0
CH221
Mar 12, 2005

Interesting Teacher. Very little lecture. We spent most of the time in groups trying to figure out the concepts on her own. Really did not enjoy her class due to the fact you feel like a little kid. Not much fun for someone over the age of 30.

1.0
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CH221
Mar 17, 2005

No Comments

2.0
2.0
CHEM104LAB
Nov 7, 2005

Take another professor if at all possible. Her instruction is minimal, and then she spends most of class period frustrated because no one understands and the lab doesn't go as expected. I'm over 30 and have been scolded at some point almost every class period--very crabby middle school teacher like. Plus, she's a little disorganized.

2.0
4.0
CH221
Dec 6, 2005

The majority of the time she is talking gibberish or angry at the class for the grasping the concept being taught. She treats the class like 1st graders. Avoid this class as much as possible!

2.0
3.0
CH221
Dec 6, 2005

More interested in making sure everyone conforms to a certain learning/teaching style than anything else. Obtuse and condescending in explanation. Between the scolding and condescension I often found myself angry and unable to concentrate in a subject that I generally enjoy greatly. If at all possible, avoid her class.

4.0
3.0
CH221
Dec 13, 2005

Stacey can be impatient, but she has gotten better about that. I didn't like her at first, but now I like her alot! She is just very strict about certain things. Her lectures are to the point and informational. She emails students regularly. Her tests are difficult, but not too dufficult for the class. Willing to help during office hours.

1.0
5.0
CHEM222
Mar 14, 2006

I would rather have my yarbles cut off than take another class form her. Her teaching style is. well, she would have to be a teacher to have a style. Her tests are obtuse and her grading moronic. You can get the answer right but if she does not like how you got there than she will take off points anyway.

3.0
3.0
CHEM222
Jun 17, 2006

Stacy can be moody at times. Sometimes, she is difficult to follow during lecture. There were times that students had to explain the concept to the class since she could not. She will get frustrated with the class if the class is confused about a concept. She is willing to work with you if visit her during office hours.

5.0
2.0
CHEM222
Jul 20, 2006

i thought stacey was a good teacher. she was always more than willing to help during office hours. her lectures are clear and as long as you read the text youll do fine. stacey may have a more up-front personality than most teachers....but she is always nice. peeps that left the bad ratings because of her personality are way too sensitive...imo

5.0
4.0
CHEM222
Nov 16, 2006

Stacey was fair, and willing to LISTEN to your confusions or complaints if you visit her during offic ours. In class she can be a little hectic, but I would be too wth the way some students treat her. She will help you if you ask her. I overall thought she was helpful and understanding.

3.0
4.0
CHEM105
Feb 23, 2007

Stacey is very moody. Helpful on good days, very rude/snappy on others. Prepare to learn concepts in groups on your own and in groups w/minimal instruction and confusion. Group work a waste of time. Way too much OWL hmwk. Unnecessarily time consuming lab reports . Fussy grader.

5.0
4.0
CH105
Feb 27, 2007

Stacey is a great lecturer. She covers a broad range of topics in this class that aren't the easiest to learn. At some point the student has to be responsible for their learning, the amount of time alloted for lecture is minimal so the student has to take the time to read and study. Stacey does her job and she does it well.

2.0
4.0
CH221
Jan 29, 2008

Stacey is one of those instructors who blames her class for her inability to teach it. She's intimidating and asks sarcastic rhetorical questions just to make you feel inept. I'm sure if she had a better personality she'd be a great teacher.

5.0
4.0
CH221
Feb 25, 2008

Stacey is a good instructor who is very particular about grading. Make sure you show all of you work for even partial credit. She likes to have the class split into groups with individual roles, which is a complete waste of time.

2.0
2.0
CH221
Feb 26, 2008

Lectures from powerpoint. Any questions you have that cant be answered from the slide, she has difficulty with. Felt like I was learning "her version" of chemistry. Gets angry when questioned by more confused students. Most classtime spent in a small group trying to understand material ourselves. I had no difficulty with this class, but itwasa wast

2.0
4.0
CHEM104
Mar 8, 2008

she's just teaching things that she's into which is so irritating. The slides are pointless unless you understand. When she taught my lab she was fun. She asks way too much from her students she doesn't even have time to grade everything. Don't take her.

3.0
3.0
CHEM104
Jun 5, 2008

If I hadn't had chem in high school, I don't think I would have passed. Her explanations are clear as mud, esp. in the math. Relies heavily on "teach each other" group work, OWL online work, and the ACTIVITY BOOK, not the textbook. Fussy grader: fond of partial points. She is approachable and will help you one-on-one, but I don't recommend her.

2.0
4.0
CHEM104
Dec 2, 2008

Gets mad when students need more clarification-has terrible habit of cutting off students in the middle of a question.Hate the group learning, seemed to waste so much time talking about how we feel about topics rather than learning them!The book was useless.Liked her as a lab instructor and she is a good person.Take class w/ someone else-wish I did

5.0
3.0
CH221
Mar 17, 2009

A great person and teacher. I really liked her explanations. She started off simple, making sure everyone understood, then built off of that material gradually, so it was never really a challenge, but I felt like I was learning a lot in the process. Handles stress very well, never gets angry.

2.0
4.0
CH221
Mar 29, 2009

She doesn't write on the board the material that needs to be explained. I just didn't like her version of inquiry based learning.

4.0
3.0
CH105
Apr 1, 2009

Group learning can be frustrating at first, but bouncing ideas off other people can help a lot. Tests are easy if you study. Yes, the text book SUCKS but all the professors use the same one at Sylvania. She's an awesome teacher. I recommend her.

1.0
5.0
CHEM222
Jun 8, 2009

Stacey is a teacher that let other students teach for her. She is disorganized, lazy, and gets mad easily. Her labs are horrible, because she is prepare for class. Her favorite phrase is "I don't know, you google it and let me know" she is the worst instructor i ever had. Please avoid taking class with her.

1.0
5.0
CHEM222
Jun 8, 2009

Her method of teaching is boring as the discussion groups, her exams are hard, and she is not organized.

5.0
3.0
CH221
Jun 13, 2009

Took both CH 221 and 222 from Stacey consecutively. To me, she is an awesome professor. Stacey is very enthusiastic about chemistry, and knows her stuff. I actually looked forward to attending her lectures/labs! Sometimes the amount of course resources/material was overwhelming but it helped me learn chemistry. Stacey was also very approachable.

4.0
3.0
CH221
Feb 21, 2010

Stacey is very good at what she does. The textbook is not required for her class, just the workbook. She has you sit in groups for class, which i really liked because then you have 4 brains working. You also get a weekly assignment sheet online, as well as review sheets for tests. HW is online, and her tests are pretty easy if you just study.

2.0
3.0
CHEM104
Jun 7, 2010

Do you enjoy being treated like a third grader? Then you'll love this class. Stacey should not be teaching college-level chemistry. She will penalize you for not having your absences "approved" by her, and refuse to let you turn in missed work. Boring, boring labs, mindless tedious busy-work. Get the textbook, it's more helpful than the lectures.

1.0
4.0
CHEM104
Jun 11, 2010

Stacey should not be teaching college level chemistry. She has no concern for her students and treats them like 3 year olds. She will tell you one thing and then "forget" what she said and then penalize you for it later. When students ask her a question she tells the to google it. This class is a waste of money and time.

1.0
5.0
CH104
Sep 24, 2010

When Stacey wants the classes attention she raises her hand and then everyone else is expected to raise their hand and be quiet. We called it Chemdergarten. Of my class of 24 people 12 dropped, and only 6 passed the class. Stacey needs to stop teaching because she isn't good. She gets mad, reverses what she just said and is disorganized.

2.0
4.0
CHEM104
Oct 19, 2010

Stacey is a nice person and she really likes chemistry but take another professor she told us that we didnt need the book but I really did need it to clarify the lecture. She raises her hand to get the classes attention and expects the class to do the same,I didnt know that we were in first grade are you kidding me.TAKE ANOTHER TEACHER.

1.0
4.0
CHEM221
Dec 30, 2010

This instructor does not know how to teach. She is not prepared to teach her class. She never answers questions because she doesn't know the answers. She says "you guys are very smart in math" and she does not solve the problems. Worst instructor ever. I heard her saying that she got her Master's degree online. That just goes to show!!!!

2.0
4.0
CH104
Mar 24, 2011

Terrible

5.0
4.0
CH104
Apr 1, 2011

Stacey loves chemistry and you can tell she's passionate about teaching. I have taken chem before and thought she explained the information well. She's willing to meet with students at their disposal to help with understanding concepts - she's very patient. Grades are based on HW, quizzes, exams and the final. My biggest complaint is the online HW.

4.0
3.0
CH221
Jun 3, 2011

Stacey is a good teacher and organizes her lectures so they're easy to follow. She is a slow grader, so it's hard to gauge where you are in the class. It takes her 1-2 weeks to grade exams and even longer for labs. Online homework is a pain but if you do well, you will do fine on the exams. I would recommend her if you are ok with minimal feedback.

3.0
3.0
CH221
Jun 24, 2011

Stacy ranks pretty low out of all 20 of my PCC teachers. She has a very demeaning, high school approach to teaching, and seems very unsympathetic to student effort. She expects you to fail and seems unimpressed when you don't. I think maybe she got burned once and remains distrustful of people where there's no need to be.

2.0
4.0
CH101
Feb 10, 2012

Stacey isn't very patient and doesn't seem to like teaching very much. She is short with students sometimes and I wouldn't recommend taking one of her classes.

3.0
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CH104
Dec 5, 2012

Not helpful, she does love chemistry but that doesnt always translate to teaching well. expect to be babied when you dont need it and ignored when you actually need help

3.0
4.0
CH105
Apr 2, 2012

THIS IS A HIT OR MISS KIND OF CLASS. ONE DAY CAN BE GREAT WHILE THE NEXT WILL BE CONFUSING AND HARD. TEACHER GETS UPSET EASILY BUT REALLY DOES WANT TO PLEASE HER STUDENTS. THERE IS A QUIZ EVERY WEEK AND TWO EXAMS + FINAL. THERE IS A PRESENTATION IN THE LAB. GRADING SEEMED TO VARY FROM STUDENT TO STUDENT

1.0
3.0
CHEM221
Jan 29, 2013

She's not very helpful. Likes to treat you like a kid. and if you ever read ahead and ask questions, she will not answer them and tells you, she'll get to that topic next week. One of the worse teachers i have ever had!

2.0
4.0
CHEM104
Jan 31, 2013

Horrible. Condescending. Rude. Dumbs things down in class then gives hard tests. Total lack of respect for students. If you want to be in kindergarten, this is the class for you. Had to learn everything from the book myself. She contradicted herself & got mad if you questioned her. Petty grader too. Worst instructor I've had yet.

1.0
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CHEM221
Feb 18, 2013

She is utterly useless when anybody needs help or has question. When asking for help, the answers you will receive are cryptic and confusing. Chem isn't easy but she doesn't even want lead you down the right path to get the correct answer. NEVER TAKE THIS PROFESSOR!!!

2.0
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CH221
Feb 26, 2013

Wouldn't even let me in the class when clearly I was the only one with a background knowledge for chemistry. If you want to take chemistry 100 and call it 221 take Fiddler

5.0
2.0
CHEM151
Dec 11, 2013

She is such a wonderful teacher, I absolutely love her, She is very fun and loves her subject. Super clear with her lectures, and very repetetive in material so it really sticks.

1.0
3.0
CH100
Jan 27, 2014

I withdrew at week 3, after skipping 2 classes just because... The juice is not worth the squeeze with Stacey acting as an instructor. She grades terribly for how bad she does everything while babying you. Does PCC rate their professors? The worst teacher I've had in all 7 terms here.

2.0
4.0
CHEM100
Mar 20, 2014

Easy Class overall. She grades everything on her own terms. very particular about following her instructions, even little mess ups you get docked points and they add up. very controlling. would not recommend to take as and instructor.

4.0
3.0
CHEM241
Jul 13, 2014

Stacey was always there to help and the work wasn't so overwhelming that it was unapproachable. The group work (pogil method) was actually not bad. She was a little particular in grading, especially with lab work. Labs were much more enjoyable then Gen Chem. Overall, she genuinely cares about teaching and is one of the better teachers out there.

5.0
4.0
CH243
Grade: C+
Sep 14, 2014

Stacey is an AMAZING instructor! She is very friendly & genuinely wants her studnts 2 succeed. She encourages studnts 2 come 2 her office hrs & does a grt job explaining things outside of class. She uses the POGIL method (which I think is common in CH dept @ PCC) - very non-traditional & not my favorite but if u do the work, it can be very helpful

2.0
3.0
CHEM151
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 21, 2014

Ridiculous, to be honest. I'm by no means a bad student. In fact, I have (well, had) a solid 3 point, but taking her class is a complete nightmare. I swear, she's unorganized, and can't even direct students to what's due (mentioned it herself). I'm stressing now, and this has never happened before. I'm finishing this term, but with just a passing.

2.0
3.0
221
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2014

Stacy made it very clear how to succeed in her class and if you followed her instructions it seemed easy to get a good grade. I couldn't believe how poorly she treated students. Her behavior was demeaning and rude which created a bad atmosphere and discouraged kids from asking questions. I didn't like her as a person or a teacher .

1.0
5.0
CHEM100
Grade: B-
Nov 27, 2014

Fiddler is the worst teacher I have had. She treats you like a baby and doesn't care about anything you say, she docks points for the smallest things and even if you put you hard effort and studied or even try and see what you did wrong she wont give you the time of day. SHES HORRIBLE

1.0
5.0
CHEM100
Nov 27, 2014

I have been going to PCC for 2 years now &I have never rated a professor, but this one really needs to be rated. DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS. SHE IS THE WORST TEACHER EVER. Not to mention she is rude and NOT HELPFUL AT ALL. Her d2l assignment due dates are UNCLEAR, I mean how hard is it to put a date near an assignment? Trust me on this, you'll thank me

2.0
5.0
46211
Grade: B
Dec 8, 2014

Awful teacher. This is simple material, and Stacey makes it complicated while implying that we are too stupid to understand the exclusive world of prep chem. Unfortunately, due to her poor teaching ability and personal lack of mastery, it's hard to learn. Wikipedia and Youtube will be your friend should you choose to take her. You will be sorry.

5.0
4.0
CHEMISTRY151
Feb 3, 2015

Stacey makes it clear that her whole goal is for her students to do well. She will not hand you a grade, but she will help you, and tutor you and work with you to help you understand chemistry to the best of your ability. Having been taught by other chem professors since Stacey, I miss her methods and would learn from her again in a heart beat.

5.0
5.0
CHEM151
Feb 5, 2015

Stacey is awesome. If it weren't for her and her dedication to helping me learn, I wouldn't have passed. She never gives you a grade you don't deserve, but she's so passionate about what she does, she wants everyone to be just as passionate. She was so committed, when I got an A on my midterm she said "I actually whooped I was so excited for you!

3.0
5.0
CHEM115
Mar 24, 2015

I was bogged down with assignments by week 2. Stacey grades hard and is incredibly particular about following directions. She treats everyone like middle school students in lecture and lab. Tests were vicious. I am a seasoned student and would not recomend this class to anyone taking multiple classes. It is not set up to allow you to succeed.

2.0
5.0
CH151
May 2, 2015

Good God, this is a professor that you want to avoid. Coming from someone who isn't bad at the sciences, I felt abused in her class. She's nice, I giver her that, but as far as gradingwork is concerned, do not take her. She'll go behind your back at times, and become passive aggressive. I stopped showing up near the end, and just took a no pass.

2.0
3.0
CHEM221
Grade: B-
Jun 10, 2015

Stacy is a nice person but a very messy instructor. No idea what she was expecting us to do for homework and no instruction for it or whatsover. Her lecture are long and not interesting (my opinion only). Student mostly learn from homework rather than instructor. Will not take her for class again.

3.0
4.0
CH241
Jun 23, 2015

I like Stacey as a person - she means well and TRULY wants you to succeed. However, she should not be teaching. She will dock you off points for being late to lecturelab or if you forget to write your last name on an assignment. She expects students to be PERFECT yet she is VERY unorganized. Pick another teacher unfortunately, I had no choice.

4.0
2.0
CH151
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 17, 2015

I really liked her lectures. She seems like a really kind and jolly person, and I like how she goes easy with lesson, how she encourages group work, and how she uses clickers in her class. Don't understand it? She'll help you. She even has a section for help after class!

3.0
3.0
CH151
Nov 30, 2015

Stacey can be really confusing in the way she explains concepts, but if you read the book before coming to class, don't skip, and do all of the homework the class is easy to pass. She does take attendance and that factors into your grade.

5.0
1.0
CH151
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2015

CH151 is preparatory so imo if you don't want to complain about things going too slow or that you already know about sig figs, the periodic table, mol, dimensional analysis, and stoichiometry then take the competency test into 221. Otherwise understand that this is a class to get EVERYONE up to speed. Fiddler genuinely cares about her students.

5.0
1.0
CH151
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2015

I really liked her! It's easy as long as you take her lectures, and quizzes, homework, and exams all have extra credit. She takes the lectures nice and easy, so if you never had chemistry or had a hard time with it, take her class. I would take her class again if I had a chance.

5.0
3.0
CH151
Grade: B
Jan 4, 2016

ONE OF THE BEST INSTRUCTORS I'VE EVER HAD. Yes she gives homework, due once a week and takes 2-3 hours to do. Class is mostly group work and participation. Shes nice, offers a lot of extra credit and provides a ton of resources to help students pass. I FAILED Chemistry in high school. Her passion and class made me fall in love with it.

4.0
3.0
CH223
Grade: B
Mar 21, 2016

She use different type of techniques to help you learning. 60% of grade is 3 exams, each 20%. Homework and Quizzes each 10% and the 20% lab. Participating point are not a lot, but there is no way to not attend the CH223 and get" A". Each week there is quiz from last week that review material for you. She is the best for chem223.

3.0
4.0
CHEM222
Grade: Rather not say
Jan 9, 2016

Stacey is a good instructor. She has office hours available regularly and she is patient with her students. Her exams are hard, she grades hard, and she can sometimes be unorganized, but overall she did a good job. If you like challenges take her, otherwise don't take her class.

2.0
5.0
CH221
Mar 29, 2016

She is a very disorganized teacher who does not know how to use D2L, and has no desire to learn. Your assignments are poted in several places so they are hard to find, and she will not accept late work. Weekly quizzes and tests are very difficult. She is also a very harsh grader.

5.0
4.0
CH151
Grade: B+
May 17, 2016

Stacey is an amazing professor. If you're looking to really learn and understand chemistry I would recommend her over most professors at PCC. Although her classes can be difficult and she is very anal on how exactly she wants things done, you will exceed in chemistry later on.

5.0
3.0
CH151
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

Stacey engaged as many teaching tools as possible in her class. There was lecture with questions that were answered via clickers, group activities, online and written homework (which was able to be done the night before easily enough) and explained everything very thoroughly. Excellent instructor and very specific about what she expects.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHEMISTRY151
Grade: B
Jan 10, 2017
Would take again

Can come off as slightly intimidating. Seems genuinely interested in her work and helping students learn but expects that you put in the work.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
2.0
4.0
CH221
Jun 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

You can tell Stacey enjoys teaching chemistry. She finds time to help her students and isn't a boring person. However, she treats her students like children. Always lecturing us and constantly implying we can do better. She is an extremely hard grader and the way she does it is sometimes inconsistent. She will take points off for no reason.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
CH151
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 26, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Took 151 with Fiddler and good god, this teacher over-complicated everything! How she managed to make the simple stuff hard e.g. sig figs in 151 Ill never know. Tests were extremely hard and shes a harsh nitpicky grader. She also uses the awful masteringchemistry system. Dull, uninformative lectures. Loves using confusing examples. STAY AWAY.

2.0
4.0
CH221
Grade: B+
Jan 27, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Fiddler seems like a nice person but she makes way too much work for herself. Tends to treat students like children and is way too intense for a 200 level community college instructor. I will say the rotating seating chart was annoying at first, but the whole class got fairly close which was nice (more people to work with), and unusual for college.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
4.0
CH221
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Very sweet, but unorganized to the point where it would interfere with learning from mistakes on homework and lab reports. Grading is extremely long and causes a lot of anxiety.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
4.0
CH151
Mar 20, 2019
Would take again

Stacey is an amazing teacher. She caters to every type of learning style and makes sure that students grasp the material. She held study sessions for our class on her own time! and she is willing to help during office hours. Clear expectations. If you want to really learn chemistry, take her.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
1.0
4.0
CH151
May 12, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Stacey is lovely as a person, but In my opinion she doesn't teach chemistry, she instructs and expects you to go figure it out on your own. My learning style didn't fit well with her teaching style at all and it was a very frustrating class for me and the group I worked with. Fast paced and very group focused. Wants us to learn in group not ask her

Lots of homework
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
CH151
Grade: Not sure yet
May 29, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Stacey is more than likely a good professor but not for Ch 151. Lectures are extremely heavy utilizing mainly power point. It leaves little to no time to explain new concepts. You work in groups but when everyone struggles you leave class confused. Be prepared for statements like you should know this and be prepared to be treated like a child.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
3.0
CH151
Grade: A-
Nov 27, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She treats adults like children. You will be assigned hours of pointless homework and be graded super hard. She is very polite to regularly remind her students to withdrawal from her class. Avoid!!

Lots of homework
So many papers
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
CH151
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Disrespectful of students who question her grading or any flaws in the homework. Doesn't answer questions, just repeats the same thing she said in a condescending tone. Grading is a nightmare. For example: if you staple pages out of order you lose 25% on the assignment. Does help disabled students though, which is a big plus. Would not recommend!

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
CH151
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2019
Would take again

Good instructor but so much work.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CH223
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE HER. Literally the WORST teacher in the whole Chemistry Department. She patronizes students all the time. She posts incomplete PowerPoints and her notes are confusing, overcomplicated and uninformative. She is a VERY harsh and picky grader. She assigns A LOT of homework which is unnecessary and you learn nothing from it. Avoid her.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
2.0
2.0
CH151
Grade: A+
Mar 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Ok, sure, I got like 100% in the class, but I would NOT take her again. As the others say, she treats every student like a middle schooler. Assigned seats, check. Talked down to, check. Overexplains everything which makes topics confusing. Tests aren't bad but she is a PICKY grader, points off for every misstep. But, there is some EC.

EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
1.0
3.0
CH221
Grade: A+
Mar 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Forced into her class by the system unfortunately but next time I'm going to a different campus. Nitpicky grader. Treats adults like children. Counts attendance towards grade. Too much tedious work and confusing lectures from unorganized explanations. Had her for 151, same experience.

Lots of homework
EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
2.0
4.0
CH151
Grade: A
May 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She's super high strung and gets agitated by simple things. The best way I could describe her would be "high mom energy" she makes things more complicated than they need to be, rushes things, hypes everything up to be the MOST IMPORTANT lesson to be learned. She needs things to be done her way or partial credit is given.

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
CHEM222
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2020
Would take again

There's a lot of reviews about her treating other people like kids in person. However, online i think she's the perfect teacher. Organized. Caring. Clear expectations. She assigns a lot of homework but all gen chem classes are like that. It all reinforces the learning . I think the MC assi. is a bit excessive. Also, She explains things well.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
CHEM222
Grade: B+
Nov 23, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Stacey is such a kind person, and very understanding. She gave extensions whenever I asked for them, which was really nice. She knows a lot about chemistry, but isn't good at conveying concepts clearly. Lots of enthusiasm, but does ramble/repeat herself frequently in lectures. We had a lot of homework each week, and an exam every other week.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
CHEM222
Nov 28, 2020
Would take again

Stacey is an incredibly knowledgeable teacher, and I've thoroughly enjoyed taking her class. While she is sometimes condescending in her lectures/emails and inconsistent with her grading, it's important to remember that this is her classroom, her lab, and she can run it however she wants. If you can respect that, get ready to learn a lot. Loved it.

Lots of homework
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
CH221
Mar 7, 2021
Wouldn't take again

So much work. Kind person.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Caring
3.0
5.0
CH222
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 5, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I would love to give credit where credits due. Stacey is extremely kind and responded to all my emails in a timely manner. I do believe she wants her students succeeds. This class however was extremely intense and the inconsistent grading gave me so much anxiety. If you have no other classes you might do okay. It's a TON of work.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
CH222
Grade: A+
Dec 16, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Lectures are prerecorded and often do not have step by step solutions. She's a tough grader, especially on exams, and there is an ridiculous amount of homework every week (even for 5 credit classes). Prelab, Lab, PostLab, MC hw, written hw, refelctions on learning, on top of hrs of lecture videos and exams every 2 weeks. Expect to put in work.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHEM222
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Worst teacher I've had. Everything was graded super late and little feedback was provided. By just the middle of the term nearly all of my classmates were frustrated with her.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CH222
Dec 21, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Missed lab sessions, never gave proper explanations or even good example problems, in understandable instructions on hws, nearly 10hrs of hw a week. Most of my class failed because we were so behind by like week 5 (out of 10). She also basically didnt grade anything till like finals week

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
CHEM222
Grade: A
Feb 15, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Stacey cares immensely about student learning to a fault. She has extremely high standards and will grade accordingly. Even when you get the right answer, if you skipped any of the intermediate steps she will dock you (who gives a crap if you don't sigfig your intermediate steps if they are right in the final answer??). Huge amount of work.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
CH104
Grade: A
Mar 17, 2023
Would take again

I don't know why Professor Fiddler got so many negative reviews. I took a class with her last term and could not be more happier. She answered emails quickly, provided all necessary explanations. Tests are based on the lessons materials (you can use notes/book). Each week you have a lab. Labs can be time consuming but this is a science class.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
1.0
5.0
CH104
Grade: A-
Dec 5, 2023

I've had luck in the past with my chemistry instructors but, Stacy was the opposite. She didn't give clear instructions then would dock points. She will put 0% on work done correctly. She will accuse you of cheating. I barley survived her. The only instructor at pcc that I've really not liked. Do yourself a favor and stay away from her class.

Tough grader
4.0
2.0
CH104
Grade: A+
Dec 19, 2023
Would take again

You can tell that Stacey puts a lot of time into her class. But you will need to spend a LOT of time working in this class. Any homework assignment or lab took me HOURS even though the content was pretty easy, just very time consuming. Most of the work time is spent on reading the long pages of instructions that Stacey writes. Great teacher though

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Caring
3.0
3.0
CH
Grade: A+
May 7, 2024
Would take again

Stacey is a strict grader and every little mistake will be marked. however, she will help you if you are struggling and explain lab concepts and help you work through problems. She gives tips on how to be successful in her class and recommends a lot of practice to better your skills. She will leave very clear feedback on your work.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Gives good feedback
4.0
3.0
CH104
Grade: A-
Feb 4, 2025
Would take again

Professor Fiddler's class is challenging but rewarding. The labs are time-consuming, but reading the textbook and using resources like Unstuck ai can really help. Overall, a great learning experience.

1.0
5.0
CH104
Grade: B-
May 15, 2025

absolutely the worst professor I have ever had.She is extremely tough grader.She would cut off marks for a simple spelling error.She would want you to use the exact words on the book and accuses you of cheating if you use a different terminology.The Homeworks are like another 4 credit hour classes. you would spend the whole day and still not finish

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
3.0
4.0
CH104
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2025

Tough grader and the online lab costs 200 dollars and the textbook costs 80, and both mandatory. Homework is 3-5 hr lab, 2 hr lectures, quiz every other week, written 2-3 [age assignments almost weekly, and up to1 chapter of the textbook weekly.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
CH104
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 10, 2025
Would take again

Stacey is a very caring and understanding professor. The is a lot of homework assigned and it is so hard to finish it within the due date but she gives an extension whenever you ask for it. i dont know why she got so many bad reviews but she is the type of person who would work with you even if you miss an exam.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
So many papers
2.0
4.0
CH
Grade: C+
Dec 20, 2025

Teacher was nice however lectures were sometimes confusing and grading points kept getting changed or dropped.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
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