2.8

Vasudha Sharma

Chemistry - Valencia College - East and West Campus

2.8
Quality
4.2
Difficulty
35%
Would Retake
239
Reviews
2.8
Quality
4.2
Difficulty
2.8
Helpful
2.8
Clarity

35%

Would Retake

239

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official
239 total ratings

5

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What Students Say

I HIGHLY recommend Dr

CHM2211 - 5.0 rating

Cares about students understanding material

CHM2210 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

69%

Textbook Required

20%

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Based on 123 grades
Most common grades:
B (30)
A (16)
Drop/Withdrawal (15)
Grade Distribution
A(27)B(32)C(30)D(31)F(1)A-/B+(17)
Based on 167 reported grades
B: 30
A: 16
Drop/Withdrawal: 15
Not sure yet: 15
Common Tags
Tough grader (84)
Lots of homework (77)
Test heavy (56)
Participation matters (45)
Lecture heavy (35)
Gives good feedback (34)
Accessible outside class (18)
So many papers (17)
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CHMQ1046

5.0

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CHM10452011

5.0

(1)

CHM2211

4.2

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CHM1045

4.0

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3.8

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CHEM1040

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CHM1045C

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4.6

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4.6

Reviews (238)
5.0
4.0
CHM1045
Mar 16, 2011

You have to work really hard (obviously, it's chemistry) but Dr. Sharma is super willing to help you with any questions you have. She also bends over backwards to help out the class as a whole when we all score poorly on an assignment. Very thorough but also very fair and empathetic.

5.0
3.0
CHM1045
Jun 4, 2011

Love this prof!She loves what she does and makes class fun! i enjoyed going! and tests while they were a little challenging were worth it! wish all prof were like her. She was so good with responses even over email to make sure we receive information in a timely manner. reviews before tests were extrmely helpful. if you want to learn, take her!

2.0
5.0
CHM1045
Jun 13, 2011

Took summer class, had a pop quiz everyday, she grades hard, if have questions, she likes to talk very loud so the whole class can hear to make you feel small, rarely emails or emails after an assignment due, doesnt help in labs. Please do your research before taking this teacher.

5.0
4.0
CHM1045
Jun 16, 2011

took 6-weeks chemistry -1. loved it. very crisp and speaks clearly, no mumbling. even gave 2 bonus quizzes. expectations were clear. pay attention to the lecture and you will rock the quizzes and exams. am taking chem 2 and orgo with her!

2.0
5.0
CHM1045
Aug 13, 2011

She is a pretty hard professor. If you pay attention you will do well, but tests and quizzes are pretty difficult.Take her if you are already familiar with chemistry or good at math, if not find someone easier.

5.0
3.0
CHM1045
Sep 10, 2011

if someone complains about the class/prof., it is probably their first college science course. Dr.Sharma is superorganized,fair,helpful &explains really well. Pertinent daily life examples keep ur interest in something like chemistry.Provides handouts. Work can be daunting but its totally worth it&you would feel prepared.A great experience!Take he

5.0
3.0
CHM1045
Mar 19, 2012

Dr. Sharma is very smart and knows her stuff, but she is pretty tough. Her exams are very very difficult but then again chemistry is a difficult subject. I will take her for CHM 2 and organic chem. be prepared to do some real hard work in her class. she is a tough cookie.

4.0
4.0
CHEM1045
Apr 9, 2012

She is hard but as we all know Chem. is a hard class she likes to talk and elaborate on topics. If you want to learn take her.

2.0
5.0
CHEM1040
Apr 14, 2012

chem is hard, but she makes it very hard....

5.0
4.0
CHM2210
Apr 20, 2012

Those that complain about her not helping is simply because they want someone to tell them step by step what to do. She helps by forcing you to learn and use your brain to think and remember the stuff. I had her for Chem 1 and 2 and got a C on both. She gives extra quizzes and her labs although hard, help a lot on your final grade.

4.0
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CHM1046
Apr 22, 2012

OK, here's the deal. She's brilliant. I feel like I have really learned the material. Her tests and quizzes make you apply the knowledge you learn, not just regurgitate information. Difficult? Yes. Worth it? Definitely. She's tough, but if you work hard, you will do well. And you'll LEARN! That's kinda the point...

5.0
5.0
CHM1045
May 1, 2012

Dr. Sharma is a very clear and fair teacher. Yes her quizzes and tests are hard, but as we all know, chemistry is a hard subject and it is not going to get easy from one teacher to the next. If you want to learn and do well on MCAT and PCAT, she is definitely the teacher to take. I promise you, you will learn a lot.

1.0
5.0
CHM2210
May 2, 2012

Super hard class and teaching style, don't take her if you don't know chemistry well. Seriously labs are graded way to hard and you will fail every exam and quiz. Take anyone else...but not her.

2.0
5.0
CHM2210
May 26, 2012

Warning: Know what you are doing, study the hardest you can, take tutoring, and be a very fast-paced person. If not, you'll fail the course. She is very serious about chemistry. She becomes quickly irritated with most of her students and she comes off as rude sometimes. If you're good at chemistry go for her! If you're not, well, pick someone else.

3.0
5.0
CHM1045
Aug 16, 2012

Dr. Sharma is a good teacher and she teaches very well, but my advice to you is only take her if you have a good chemistry backgound and/or if you are very good at it. Chemistry is a difficult subject but she makes it more difficult than it has to be. I was very surprised that I got a C in her class. Take an easier teacher if not good at chemistry.

5.0
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CHM2211
Nov 8, 2012

I took her for organic 1 and 2. I liked her very much. I think she is my best teacher for chemistry.I feel prepared for exams and learnt a lot! She is fair and truly cares for her students. Quizzes and exams were application of material and made me think. I felt proud of my grade.

5.0
2.0
CHM1046
Dec 5, 2012

I love this professor! Dr. Sharma is amazing, she is so smart. I took her for Gen chem I and taking he now for Gen chem II can't wait for organic. She is very fair. She makes you want to live Chemistry even more!

5.0
3.0
CHMQ1046
Dec 16, 2012

I love this professor. Dr. Sharma is still my best professor so far. I took her for Gen Chem I and I learned so much with her. Took her for Gen Chem II and still love her teaching style, she is very helpful. Definitely taking her for Organic. I wish all my professors were like her. I love Dr. Sharma!!

5.0
2.0
CHM1045
Jan 1, 2013

Everything that people have commented already is true. I personally, would take her again.

5.0
3.0
CHM2210
Feb 12, 2013

I don't think she's very hard. She creates a lot of opportunities for students to get points. She makes you work, but isn't that what is expected in college and beyond. I'll take her again for 2211

5.0
2.0
CHM2210
Apr 9, 2013

I can't say this enough about Dr. Sharma, she is the best professor ever. I wish I had her for the rest of all my chemistry courses beyond Valencia. She is very fair and understanding. She amazes me everytime I go to her class just how smart she is. Love this class, and her class makes you enjoy chemistry even more.

5.0
3.0
CHM2211
Apr 23, 2013

She is the best professor for Organic Chemistry. I highly recommend her. She's very helpful and understanding. She teach the material very well and explains everything very clear. Do all the review for exam and homework, and you'll get good grade. It isn't hard to get good grade in this class. Just do everything she tells you.

4.0
2.0
CHM2210
Apr 26, 2013

As far as an easy option for Org Chem, she is it. She makes it easy to earn a grade, as long as your willing to put in the work. Doesn't really even use a textbook or online hw or anything, but there are tons of resources avaliable on blackboard. She's not an excellent lecturer but she lets you know basically everything you're expected to know

5.0
3.0
2211
May 21, 2013

i took her for 2210 and then decided to go with her for 2211 also. I like the discussion style not lecture -exam-lecture-exam. She will make you work though, but lots of opportunities for points are there, you will learn plus she is very helpful in going over material, extra help if something didn't click. I liked her!

5.0
3.0
CHM2211
Jul 3, 2013

Love Dr.sharma! She creates opportunities to improve grade. its a win win since you are in touch with the material. Good news, i am starting medical school this fall.:) Dr.Sharma covers material keeping MCAT/PCATs in mind. I found her class extremely useful

5.0
3.0
CHM2210
Jul 20, 2013

I LOVED Dr. Sharma. I used to leave her classes excited to learn. Grade = labs, 3 tests, final, ~15 quizzes, and a project. Her lecture was GREAT, and her speaking voice is CLEAR! I earned an A in orgo 1, but had a bad semester for Orgo 2 and got a C. She is still one of my LoRs. Definitely prepares you for tests! I scored a 96 on my first PCAT.

5.0
2.0
CHM2211
Grade: C
Aug 17, 2013

4 semester with Dr. Sharma and I can't stop saying good things about her. She is beyond smart in the subject It is truly a class I always looked forward attending. By far one of my favorite professors, too bad I can't take her again in Pharmacy school. I Love Dr. Sharma! Put the work in her class and you will do just fine.

3.0
5.0
CHM1045C
Oct 31, 2013

What's up with all the good reviews with this professor!? Let's be honest, those had to be from super smart people or have taken chemistry before or recently. Dr. Sharma is fast and in a rush. Yeah she may help out but it's not enough. Basically, you're on your own. I dropped out and doing this class with next semester with another professor.

5.0
4.0
1045HYBRID
Nov 4, 2013

i took hybrid course for GenChem-I.I have taken online courses before and you need to be very disciplined. I like the super organised structure with 'everything' indexed so the student knows what is at stake. If you are organised and pace with the powerpoints,watch videos work on the problems/online homework, you should do well.

3.0
5.0
CHEM1045C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 9, 2014

More than half my class dropped/withdrew. I took the hybrid course; she barely lectures, you to teach yourself. Doesn't seem to understand that the average student is taking 3 other classes and working - overloads you with assignments. If you have the time and are decent w/ chem, you'll do well. Other than that, pick another prof.

3.0
5.0
CHEM1045C
Grade: D+
Jan 9, 2014

Tests are multiple choice so you don't get credit for work. Grades all other work harshly. If blackboard is down or your internet freezes during a quiz, don't expect her to care. Don't mess up in the lab - witnessed her literally scream at another group for messing up...

4.0
4.0
CHM2211
Grade: A
Jan 10, 2014

Very good human being, thinks she is fair, and expects her students to work hard and study smart.Glad I met her. Good job Professor!

5.0
3.0
CHM2211
Jan 10, 2014

Took chm2211 in the summer. Some comments some students make gets me upset. Seriously People! Do the work. Follow directions, as for as her screaming to students not true. It's a chemistry lab! Follow directions it's a hazard if you don't. Yes, she will call you out for everyone's safety if you don't But she doesn't scream she's very respectful.

5.0
3.0
CHM1045
Jun 16, 2014

I took hybrid 1045 on Friday nights and I liked it. really good usage of time , including some lecture material in addition to the lab so the class gets a direction in what to expect in the coming week. Overall good learning experience and time management. Really liked videos and resources, screencasts, reviews. I would recommend it.

5.0
3.0
CHM10452011
Jul 28, 2014

I've taken Dr.Sharma over 4 sems and she has definitely been one of the best and most knowledgeable professors Ive had at VC. She teaches a "difficult" subject but appreciates hard work, so if youre willing to put in the effort your grade will reflect on that. This is one of those classes I can look back on and say I really got something out of it.

5.0
3.0
CHM2210
Jul 30, 2014

Dr.Sharma is an awesome professor for org chem. She teaches the subject clearly, gives practice problems,relates to MCAT/PCAT and provides resources on Blackboard. She'll tell you from the beginning-- practice, practice, practice. She's not kidding. Not an easy A, it's hard work, but well worth what you get out of the class. I highly recommend her!

3.0
4.0
CHM2211
Nov 6, 2014

She is a great teacher with the material. Makes it relatable and is very knowledgable. Her test are hard yet fair (the course itself is a hard class). One thing is she works on her time and not the students time so it can be difficult when trying to meet with her. Also she doesnt realize kids cheat right in front of her.

1.0
5.0
1045C
Nov 8, 2014

Honestly the worst teacher I've ever had. If you're not a pro at chem DO NOT TAKE. She talks too fast during lectures, quizzes are random and hard, a lOT of useless online homework due.. She's very rude and talks down to EVERYONE. I got a B but I was miserable. I spent so much time @tutors. doesnt even use blackboard so grades are a guessing game!?

4.0
3.0
1045C
Nov 9, 2014

I like the hybrid format. I could play the lectures back and forth multiple times. Solves the problems in powerpoint. You have to study the tools she provides. Gave a mid-term grade on blackboard which I had not received in ANY of ,my previous courses ever. Returns all graded material so I can track my progress. I like the tools and learnt well.

5.0
4.0
CHM1046C
Grade: B
Dec 7, 2014

I took her 3 semesters in a row for Chem. I credit her with my good MCAT score which got me into medical school. She is not an easy teacher, but she will teach you what you need to rock you MCATPCAT etc... I highly recommend her for those looking for a scientificmedical career. Don't take her if you just want an easy A.

2.0
4.0
2210
Dec 7, 2014

Tests are VERY hard. On the 2nd test, only one person in the class passed! She doesn't get back to you right away with emails. Expect to spend LOTS of time studying, reading, breathing and living this to pass! On the first day of class she said don't be scared of this course because it is easy. YEAH RIGHT!!!

5.0
4.0
2210
Grade: B
Dec 14, 2014

I have had professors just give a final score in labs and as she said day 1 of class, "if you have an aversion to red, please let me know", she gives good feedback. She writes cursive though so you may have to ask. She doesn't say 'organic is easy' but that 'it is doable', that kept me going somehow. If you ask for help, she will help you for sure

5.0
3.0
2211
Dec 16, 2014

I am not sure what the person before is talking about. We received midterm grades and before final grades. Also, if you get it back in a week, that to me is good speed. We got all tests back with 2-4 days. I liked the opportunities since they pulled me from C to B in a difficult course.

5.0
3.0
2211
Dec 18, 2014

I wish you would teach biochem too! thank you thank you thank you!!!

4.0
4.0
CHM2210
Jan 2, 2015

Sharma teaches the subject well. Focus on what she writes on the board& jot down what she says. Exams are like 12-15 pages long but don't let that scare u, she has a variety of questions like multiple choice, short answer, matching etc., so u have a chance. Harsh lab grader, gives sloppy feedback so make sure you get wher to correct future errors.

4.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Apr 12, 2015

Dr. Sharma is an EXCELLENT professor and extremely knowledgeable. However, she is not clear on instructions for assignments, and that will drive every student insane. She thinks that student don't have other classes, work, or a life. She gives a LOT, I mean a LOT of work. If you want to get a A, be prepared to kill yourself for that semester.

4.0
4.0
CHM2210
Apr 29, 2015

do not expect an easy a or a curve. she doesn't curve anything or give any extra credit. she is an extremely hard grader for tests and labs. would not reccommend taking her for organic

4.0
3.0
CHM2211
Apr 29, 2015

Participation in class matters. Not only would you learn but organic chem will become second nature. So do it! Do everything she tells you and you'll come out in flying colors. She curves at the end which I think is fair plus there are many assignments to catch up on your grade if your exam scores are somewhat low. Lectures are exceptional & a MUST

1.0
5.0
1046C
Nov 5, 2015

Probably the worst Chemistry teacher you can get. Each week expect: Prelab Questions, Drylab packet, Quiz, Post Lab Questions and finish Lab Work, read a chapter, do mandatory work for the chapter can be 15-31 assignments of homework with 3 questions per each assignment. Also she expects you to watch about 4-8 hours of lectures for each chapter.

5.0
3.0
CHM1046
Nov 13, 2015

the person before me must be a slacker. a hybrid course requires you to take charge and do homework but you do it in your own pace and in your own time. As long as you finish it and those points add up as is . I enjoyed going to this class and I learnt a lot studying from very structured recorded powerpoint lectures

5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Grade: B
Nov 20, 2015

If you want to do well be prepared to work. Organic chemistry is not an easy subject but Dr. Sharma does a great job teaching. She will go above and beyond to help you if you take the time to ask. She's great in office hours and tries her best to help you succeed as long as you are showing initiative and putting in the effort.

5.0
1.0
CHM2211
Grade: B+
Nov 26, 2015

Dr. Sharma changed my views about chemistry and learning. You have to put in the effort and work, and you have to want to actually learn. If you want an easy A, this is not for you. She's an amazing professor,who is tough,because she trains you for your future scientific endeavors. She's crystal clear in explaining,very passionate,and knowledgeable

5.0
4.0
CHM2210C
Grade: A
Aug 2, 2016
Would take again

I took 2210C & 2211C with Dr. Sharma. She's an amazing professor who makes the material digestible and really cares about her students. OChem is not a class where you can sit idly and hope to master it. You will work hard. The class is rigorous and participation matters! She will definitely prepare you for future science courses! Would take again!!

5.0
4.0
CHM2210C
Grade: B
Aug 4, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Sharma is NOT for the weak-minded. If you are serious about your career in healthcare, then she is absolutely the best choice at VCC. I can honestly say, I've never been more challenged yet, never been more UP for the challenge in my life. I truly think that's due to her desire for students to learn and her willingness to help. AMAZING!

5.0
4.0
CHM2210C
Aug 13, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Sharma is an amazing professor, I took both orgo I & II with her. She incorporates group projects, in class interactive sessions, plenty of practice problems, exciting lab works, and video lessons on hard contents. Actively participating in these sessions will definitely help you earn an "A". She makes orgo fun to learn!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
CHM1046C
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

shes a really caring professor. took her for hybrid genchem2 and she is dropping lowest test & two quizzes. labs are easy pass and the tests are alot alike the practice ones. she has videos and ppt online which helped. good sense of humor and easy to pass class if u do online homework & study. tests were 50questions and not hard multiple choice!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

I can't give enough good feedback on Dr. Sharma. She is passionate and highly dedicated to teaching her students chemistry. Took her for Orgo I, tried to take another professor and ran back to take her once I saw an opening for Orgo II class. Course was 10 weeks so VERY intense but study the material, go to class and watch the videos to learn!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
CHEM1045
Dec 19, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Probably the worst Chemistry teacher you can get. Each week expect: Prelab Questions, Drylab packet, Quiz, Post Lab Questions and finish Lab Work, read a chapter, do mandatory work for the chapter can be 15-31 assignments of homework with 3 questions per each assignment. Also, she expects you to watch about 4-8 hours of lectures for each chapter.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
CHM1046C
Grade: B
Dec 22, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She was rude if asked for feedback, the syllabus was confusing, and you basically have to teach yourself all of the material.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Jan 5, 2017
Would take again

Dr. sharma does a great job teaching the material- hybrid or face to face( I took both). Yes she is tough and no she is not rude. If you are serious about your education, take her

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
4.0
2.0
CHEM1045C
Apr 13, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Sharma is an excellent professor. I must note that I would recommend against hybrid courses-- the workload is considerable and comprised primarily of busywork. OWL often consists of dozens of repetitions of the exact same calculation with slightly different numbers. In person and in the lab, however, her class is fantastic.

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
4.0
CHM2210C
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 25, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Sharma is one of the greatest professors I've had. She is extremely thorough and great at explaining a tough concept by simplifying it. She spreads out the work load to allow the students the opportunity in achieving and doing well in her class. Although tests have the greatest weight, she is extremely fair! No surprises. Lots of work, not hard

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
CHM2210C
Grade: B
Jun 22, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Sharma is the perfect professor for any pre-med student. She was tough but in the end It was totally worth it. She understands everyone has different learning styles so she makes sure to include other assignments as apart of your grade. She's always available during her office hours and encourages students to take advantage of that.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Grade: C
Jun 22, 2017
Would take again

Orgo is a class that builds on itself. If you miss the basic concepts you'll definitely be lost moving forward. Dr. Sharma makes sure everyone is on the same page before moving forward. Participation by volunteering to do problems on the board is a must. PRACTICE is also key and she provides plenty of practice materials before test, super helpful!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: A
Aug 25, 2017
Would take again

Amazing professor. Really hard class with a lot of material, but she's a good teacher and gives lots of examples on canvas. Practice and studying are very important. Her curve at end if you participated is helpful. Took her over summer and spent most of time with this class. Don't fall behind. Labs are cool but graded hard.

1.0
5.0
CHM1046C
Nov 5, 2017
Wouldn't take again

The worst professor I've had. Her workload alone is just insane. Most of us failed the 2nd exam, which apparently happens every year, but she doesn't do anything to help, just blames the students for not studying enough. Uploads assignments late. Returns graded assignments AFTER the exam. Responds to emails days later. Rude. Strict. Just awful.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
CHM1046
Nov 6, 2017
Would take again

very focused, hybrid class so discipline is necessary. All exam reviews review videos ,take home quizzes helpful for the test. drops one test , two quizzes. Do your homework, show your work and you are set!

3.0
5.0
CHM2210
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Cares about students understanding material. Lectures are engaging and makes you pay attention. tests are HARD, and her study guides are not nearly enough to prepare you for them. some assignments have limited time to complete (24 hrs). Don't try to take her class and work a full time job. Expect to spend 20+ hrs per week studying if you wanna pass

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
1046HYBRID
Nov 21, 2017
Would take again

I would take this professor in a heartbeat! This is a tough class that I tried before but the opportunity to build points and work along the way helps a lot. She drops one test and two quizzes. Be regular with homework. She connected with us even on remind me app. I had my questions answered. I liked this class since I feel prepared

Tough Grader
Respected
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
CHM2210
Dec 2, 2017
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE HER. She will not accept responsibility for her mistakes. She blames the students when things dont show up on blackboard, even when the whole class tells her its not there. She told the class that its almost impossible to get a 10/10 on the lab papers. Her assignments are ridiculous and EXTREMELY time consuming (like, Hours for 5 qs)

Tough Grader
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
CHM1046C
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Sharma truly loves Chemistry and it shows! I took the hybrid section. She offers lecture videos, reviews, and OWL homework. She drops 1 test grade and 2 quiz grades. She's very helpful and responsive via text, email, BB, and office hours. She is funny, but really makes you work for your grade! If you're looking for an easy A, she's not the one.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
4.0
CHM1046C
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Ok, you have a minimum of 6 homeworks due per week: 2 online, 1 quiz, prelab, postlab and finish lab from class, and every other week you have 5 page drylab, as the pages go up each week, take home quiz, and an exam. You will never see grades on blackboard, when you ask she wont tell you it, dontexpect a 100 on any assignment, impossible. dont take

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
CHM1046C
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

this course is a difficult and challenging course. I have tried it before in a 2 test format. Professor drops one test , 2 quizzes. You have prelab, lab & a couple post lab questions. all lectures are recorded, view if you have the time for it. all exams have videos, review sheets which are super helpful. there is LOT of scope to score. I recommen

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
Would take again
5.0
4.0
CHM2210C
Dec 18, 2017
Would take again

Yes, her class is difficult, but it's organic chemistry and organic chemistry is difficult. If you are a science major or plan on taking the MCAT (and actually want to learn the material), take her class. Easily the best professor I had at Valencia. Be prepared to spend at least 12-15 hours per week on this class. Participation is important.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Would take again
1.0
5.0
CHM2211
Grade: Rather not say
Jan 3, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Guys, don't take this professor. A lot of my classmates quit their jobs just so they could keep up with the amount of work that was given to us. All exams are difficult and will be around 80 questions, the 2nd exam is the hardest of them all. Advice? Watch all videos posted, repeatedly, until you memorize and then eventually understand

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Tests are tough
5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Jan 3, 2018
Would take again

I haven't had a more caring professor in my lifetime who is compassionate and would work with you. When she says it is hard prepare ahead, she means it ... no gimmicks. She gives you tons of resources, you can pick what works for you. At the end, you actually understand organic chemistry, you don't just memorize it for the test.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Grade: A
Jan 18, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Sharma was one of the best chemistry professors I've ever had. Her tests are hard, but she has so many practice problems available. This class will definitely help you if you're a science major/ pre health major.

Gives good feedback
Tests are tough
Would take again
4.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: A
Jan 21, 2018
Would take again

I took orgo 1 & 2 with sharma, and orgo 1 was significantly easier. Orgo 2 was the hardest class I have taken. She does not hold your hand. She expects you to know fundamentals of chemistry so know your stuff. Participate and ask questions. She is super informative. Loads of practice online. So PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE!

Tough Grader
Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
4.0
5.0
CHM2211
Grade: B
Apr 17, 2018
Would take again

I wouldnt recommend taking this with a lot on your plate already! She gives A LOT of homework and her tests are intense 2 hour long with 10 questions front and back. She curves for participation so GO TO THE BOARD!

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Apr 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I wouldnt take her class again if I have another option for OrgChem. While I understand that Orgo is a difficult subject, she loads and dumps you with so much homework, labwork,etc that you always scramble to beat deadlines without getting a chance to absorb the material. You could spend hours on this subject and still barely pass

Tough Grader
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
CHM1046C
Grade: C+
May 7, 2018
Would take again

Wanna pass? Do prelab (Chegg), show up to lab (sometimes long, but easy), do post lab (Chegg), MAKE SURE you do online Hmwk and smartbook asap! Don't be late. 1% off each day late. (Doing those 2 alone will get you a C) I had a D average on all 4 exams and the final, passed with a C+ because of those. Super nice lady, has an accent, funny and kind.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHEM1046C
Grade: C+
May 10, 2018
Would take again

Nkce lady, fair. Haven't taken chemistry since high school (15 years ago), but luckily, and I mean this, the long homework assignments I always b*tched about (2-3 weekly) helped me pass with a C+!! Failed exams 2, 3, 4, and the final, got a C on the first and passed. Quizzes helped too. Study guides given for exams, verbatim exam ?s as the quizzes!

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
4.0
4.0
CHM2210
Grade: B+
Nov 6, 2018
Would take again

plan on making your schedule around this class. Organic chemiStry is a tough subject to begin with but Dr. sharma really does take time to explain it until you understand the concepts. keep up with the work, dont be discouraged if you do bad on exams, as long as you do well on lab reports and hw you can still pull off a good grade PARTICIPATION PNT

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
5.0
CHM2211
Grade: A
Nov 12, 2018
Would take again

I took Dr. Sharma for both organic chemistry I and II. It changed me as a person because of how challenged I was by the material and the demands of this class. I HIGHLY recommend Her bc she gives you everything you need to get an A in her class. You have to work REALLY hard, but her tests are fair and she truly cares to see you do well.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

I earned an A in her class so here's my advice - do all the practices she gives on Canvas and find more practices online by Googling. Read and take notes of the slides BEFORE lecture, go to the board, ask questions. Practice, practice and practice some more. I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Sharma. She is warm, passionate about teaching and fair.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
4.0
4.0
CHM2211
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 28, 2019
Would take again

Sharma is really kind and understanding. She is there when you need to talk and ready to help. Her exams arent impossible if you study. She doesnt throw curveballs. My only complaint is how long she takes to get all the grades together. By the end of the semester more than half of my work wasnt grade. Would recommend if you dont have a f/t job.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Participation matters
3.0
5.0
CHM1045C
Grade: D-
May 1, 2019
Wouldn't take again

The professor is kind and accessible, but her hybrid class is a nightmare. It has between a 50 and 75% failure rate, out of our whole room only 11 made it to the final exam and only half a dozen passed. There is no direction, a massive amount of coursework, and extremely difficult tests. I cannot recommend avoiding it enough.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
1045HYBRID
Grade: C+
May 6, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She is a very caring teacher but the amount of work she gives is ridiculous she takes forever to grade any assignments until the week of finals. Exams are very tough and you have to be prepared to read 2-3 chapters a week plus do prelabs and postlabs, as well as a quiz. her exams are in the testing center all multiple choice.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
4.0
4.0
CHEM1045C
Grade: B
May 6, 2019
Would take again

Depends on who you ask and how much time you are willing to put on your education. I asked questions over remind ( immediate feedback), showed her my work, used email, was disciplined in the hybrid, I got a B. Tests come from quizzes and homework and quizzes from her videos, watch them. More points for completion and showing your work.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
2.0
4.0
CHEM1045C
Grade: D
May 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She is the worst professor ever! She's a tough grader and her homework takes FOREVER!! She grades everything at the last minute! I had no idea what my true grade was the entire semester! Literally graded assignments from January the last week of class after the final was taken. I DO NOT RECOMMEND. Don't waste you time stressing out over her class

Lots of homework
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
CHM2210C
Jul 5, 2019
Would take again

depends on what your aim is with your life. For me she is the BEST ever!!!!!! Yes, she makes you work but I wish I had also taken gen chem with her , Organic would have been a little easier then since I had to put a little more work in the first two weeks but she stood with me ( and anybody who sought her help) to bring us to par.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
CHM2210C
Grade: A
Jul 26, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Sharma is the best organic professor you can take, her tests are challenging but if you study all her wiki assignments, quizzes, videos, and all the extra other pdfs she gives then you should be set for her test. If you are not willing to put in the time to learn the information do not take her, you won't do well and you will feel overwhelmed.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Grade: A
Jul 26, 2019
Would take again

PARTICIPATION MATTERS in Dr. Sharma's class, go up to the board whether you think you are wrong or right, JUST TRY and she'll help you understand where you went wrong and help you solve it, also helps that at the end of the semester when she goes to finish our grades the more you participated during class you get a slight curve.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM1046C
Oct 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

100+ homework questions every week plus quiz. Does not upload PowerPoints to Canvas. Does not like to admit when she makes a mistake. Posts a quiz on Sunday and gives less than 24 hours to submit it. This class is very unorganized and she does not explain the labs so everyone is lost. Takes forever to grade anything. Would not recommend this class.

Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHEM1045C
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

DON'T TAKE HER , I REPEAT DONT DO IT !!!!!!!!! she is extremely unorganized , she does not explain anything, she is know a all , if you ask her a question in class she makes you feel stupid, 1000000 of homework a week. she is terrible. i truly hate her .

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
CHM1046
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 18, 2019
Wouldn't take again

*DO NOT LISTEN TO THE COMMENTS SAYING SHE IS A GREAT TEACHER BECAUSE SHE IS TERRIBLE* She does not know how to explain. HW is never ending. She is very rude and mean. Super unorganized. Tough grader. Takes about 10000 yrs to post things on Canvas. She is the worst teacher i've had in my life. Do not take her PLSS!!

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
1045HYBRID
Nov 14, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Unorganized, test you on things she never teaches until after everyone fails the test. Post things at 2am in the morning day of class and then test you on it . If no one is understanding there is a common denominator. DO NOR TAKE THIS PROFESSOR AT ALL!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
1045HYBRID
Grade: B
Dec 2, 2019
Would take again

homework kept me on my toes so there were no surprises in the test. Do you homework, work the test reviews, videos and you are set for the test

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
CHEM1045
Grade: C
Dec 5, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Barely passed. She says that the test is made up of 40% homework which isn't true. There have also been wrong answers on the test but there is no way to hold her accountable for those wrong answers so you just have to take the bad grade. Doesn't curve even if the average is a 40 and is impossible to get a hold of outside of class. Overall terrible!

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHEM1040
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I went into this class with an open mind... also was one of the last chem professors available when i was registering... horror stories from this class include, an AVERAGE of 43% on the first test. 150 homework problems due every 3-5 days, and no help on any of the tests. Please don't take this professor, she seems so nice until you ask a question.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The tests are basically impossible. It is only two hours for about 5 pages of questions. That is not reasonable. Organic classes are hard but this is outrageous. I am not sure if I will even pass. So much information, such little time. People only care about her curve, this class is not very do-able. It is under rated how hard she is

Test heavy
Group projects
So many papers
1.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If you work, do not take this class. People do not say how difficult this really is. Nobody wants to appear stupid or weak. This professor is hoping that we all learn organic at a phD level. Becker would be a better option for you. Nobody does well on her tests. The kids who do well were probably curved. Please, find another professor.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The teacher as a person is a good person. But the class, is not to be done. Nobody should be spending hours and hours and hours on one assignment. There is no way to get to the bottom of this class. Information keeps rushing and rushing on top of you. It is set out to failure. There is no equal meeting in the middle for it. The "A's" are bragging.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
CHM2210
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 3, 2020
Would take again

I would recommend her in a heartbeat. After COVID-19, so much was in the air. The professor worked with us on deadlines making sure we get the best experience in the time remaining while getting value for our time. Has it been hard yes. But just knowing I am in good hand makes me want to learn more and keep coming back

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
CHM2210C
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 12, 2020
Would take again

Org Chem, in general, is not easy, but she works hard for her students & expects us to do the same. Her class consists of test, quiz, drill & assignments. Since most of the students taking this class are going for a professional degree, she customized her class in such a way that we get to learn time management & investment along with Org Chem.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Grade: B
Apr 24, 2020
Would take again

AMAZING PROFESSOR - Dr Sharma really engages with her students and is easy to approach. If you work hard and go to class you will definitely do well. Going to the board boosts your grade (if you do) and she will help you as much as she can to be successful. Subject was challenging but Dr Sharma really wants students to learn. Dr Sharma is the man!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
3.0
5.0
CHM2211
Grade: C
Apr 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Fair but disorganized, graded things 2 days before grades were due. Awards partial credit on exams even if you don't know full answer as long as you show work/thoughts; WATCH screencast vids, do ALL practice problems, participate in lecture to get curve at the end. DO NOT take if working or have other classes b/c the workload and content is insane.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: Incomplete
May 1, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This is like the worst organic teacher, thus far. A lot of them are bad, but dont take her. Because all you will do the entire time is do her class. You will lose every other opportunity for every other class, because you will be busy doing her assignments. They take hours. Just go find another teacher

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: Rather not say
May 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Run, she is the most horrendous professor I have ever encountered. You will not know your assignment grades until the last week of the semester, which is when she starts grading. Doesn't answer her emails, HOURS of work, unorganized, VERY CONDESCENDING, 12 pg exams (only 20 is MC) in 2hr. Please don't take her, no one deserves a horrible professor.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
CHM2211
Grade: B
May 5, 2020
Would take again

Anyone saying Sharma is a terrible professor must be ppl who don't like science and just care about going to med school If you like science then you'll appreciate that she is great at explaining a class with really hard concepts. If you want someone great at teaching and who is a little disorganized then take Sharma, if not major in communications.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She doesn't give any extra credit, nobody ever gets a 100 on anything. She won't give high scores, if you get a C in her class you are doing well. Whoever takes her, I am so sorry. You have to teach yourself everything, and every day. Tests don't get reviewed well, everything is hectic and stressful

Test heavy
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
CHM2211C
Grade: C-
May 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR. She gives over 5 homework assignments due in a week, with questions each on things she NEVER taught. Tests/quizzes are given at the end of every week, and they are not easy. I thought this class would be an easy, then quickly learned this class was going to put me in a mental institution.

Lots of homework
Graded by few things
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Ughhhhh. Assigns so much work, you better begin working a month before semester starts- no joke. Shes an awesome human & is super caring, but as a professor, just stay away. Thats all I have to say folks.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
CHM2211C
Grade: C-
Jun 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Orgo 1 is one of the hardest classes you will ever take, but Sharma makes it more work than it needs to be. She assigns a MASSIVE AMOUNT of homework with no rhyme or reason on due dates

Lots of homework
So many papers
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
CHM2211C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This class was like a part-time job. Spent about 20 hours/wk doing a huge volume of HW, online quizzes, and guided online reading. Hardest class i've taken... as far as the homework goes the workload is immense. Hurries through in-depth material, I would not take this class again.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
So many papers
5.0
4.0
CHM2210
Jun 20, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Sharma is really nice. She truly cares about your success and walks with you in every possible way she can. She is available outside of class time on Remind and if I needed, I asked to schedule a Zoom meeting. Orgo is not suppose to be an easy course. She prepares you for her tests but you have to show up for the sessions or watch them later. B

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Caring
4.0
4.0
CHM2210
Jun 25, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Sharma helps you make study tools for her class which you use in all but one exam. She gives the resources exactly how she wants it and all you have to do is follow it. Exams are a reflections of the reviews. Do her review module to the T, solve wiki assignment and you are set. She trains you to do well in not just her exam but even later.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: C+
Jun 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE HER!!! Awful teacher. You might as well teach yourself. Her tests are confusing and make no sense. She grades ridiculously tough. All of your grade come from tests and super time consuming assignments and labs. Acts as though her class is the only one you're taking .

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
CHM2211C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Exams are impossibly hard. I think they're meant to be failed.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
So many papers
1.0
4.0
CHM2211C
Grade: D-
Jun 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This professor is likely one of the worst I have ever had. She explains things okay but she goes through everything so quickly there is no time to process what you just heard. The only recommendation I have is not to take her for organic chemistry or to read the entire textbook and do all the practice problems. Good Luck.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: Rather not say
Jun 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Nightmare of a class. SOOO much Hw. Quizzes were literally unfair, 20 mintues to do 15 questions (each problem takes like 5 mins at most). Chapters are rushed through and tests are difficult. Detail orientated tests- you'll spend forever studying!

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Worst prof Ive ever had. Orgo is a difficult class as it is but she makes it way harder.

Test heavy
So many papers
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Jul 4, 2020
Would take again

The professor helps a lot, answers on Remind text if you ask. All assignments have kept me engaged with the material. Orgo is hard but she breaks it down to smaller assessments so your grade is not decided by one exam only. Attendance in Zoom is not mandatory if you do assignments.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
CHM2210
Jul 4, 2020
Would take again

hard class, great teacher

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 5, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She grades ridiculously tough. All of your grade come from tests and super time consuming assignments. Acts as though her class is the only one you're taking . This class just added to my complete disappointment in the Chemistry department.

Test heavy
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I've never worked so hard for such bad grades. I do the homework, study hours a week, and still the highest exam grade I've gotten is a 66.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
3.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: D
Jul 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The Professor tries her best to help students through Remind to help with questions, but her practice tests give 0 clue as to what will be on the actual tests & neither do her lectures or her two hw assignments a week. The tests are impossibly hard and she's a tough grader on assignments despite her "easy" rubric. I have never gotten lower than a B

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She grades nothing until the last day of class. Won't answer emails that are about her mistakes. Will test you on things you have never seen before. Will mark things wrong based on whether she likes the answer not if it is ACTUALLY correct (arrows look weirdits wrong). Will take points off for things she didn't even say to do. Rude to her students

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Test instructions are one word & don't make sense. She will make a mistake & take points off of your work because of her mistake. She didn't teach us lab & decided to give a lab practical worth more than exams. She didn't tell us about the final until the day before. Assignments from week 1 were not graded til after semester was over. She is rude.

Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: C
Aug 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The reviews are 100% true. Do not turn a blind eye like I did. She is not only an impossible grader but also gives impossible exams and very little instruction. Taking the online version of this class was death. This class was the hardest I have ever worked for a C. She is completely unfair in the way she grades. My only advice is; RUN.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: D+
Aug 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

are you ready to take 2 hour exams that are 14 pages long and not multiplechoice? if so, sign up for this class. you will* regret it.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 27, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Sharma says she grades easily, but never does. This professor pretends to be easy but in reality, she is piling you with more work than 99% of professors. I don't understand this diplomatic persona she carries herself with. It's like she wants to get back at the world for something, and is taking it out on her students. I feel bad for all

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
CHM2210
Aug 30, 2020
Would take again

AMAZING, it was online due to COVID but she made it as accessible and doable as possible. This is a HARD course in content and she bends backwards to help out.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 31, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Nothing about this class is amazing. Amazing would be to not take this professor.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 31, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This professor assigned 3 or 4 lengthy homework assignments every week. Her exams were 14 pages long, and they were not fill in the blank or multiple choice. They were free response mostly. She takes off points for anything, and makes up reasons. Effort is not graded fairly in this class, you can do everything and she will not give you an A.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: D+
Sep 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

No empathy towards students and the amount of work they are putting into the class.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2210
Grade: D+
Sep 5, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is the worst professor you can take for Orgo Chem! She always acts like she's so smart because everybody else in the world is dumb. Because of her class, my career GPA got ruined. Do not take her. She gives so much homework like you have no life and her homework doesn't prepare for anything. DO NOT TAKE!

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: D-
Sep 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Does not care about students one bit. She knows how much homework she is giving and does not care that they are suffering. She is setting people up for failure. DO not ignore these reviews they are 100% true

Test heavy
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: D
Sep 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

this professor wants to make your life difficult

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: D-
Sep 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This class reminds me of slow death Toughest grader

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: D
Oct 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Not warm or compassionate. Super hard.

Test heavy
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: D-
Oct 31, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor on campus

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Grade: A+
Nov 3, 2020
Would take again

I took Dr. Sharma during summer of 2020 while in lockdown Since it was a summer class it was tough to learn all of the material that fast but she provided us with enough resources and practice material to get through it I attended almost all lectures and they definitely helped me as she explained all examples during class which helpedlotsin exams

Respected
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Grade: A+
Nov 3, 2020
Would take again

Yes she does give a lot of assignments but coming from someone who got an A, took another class during summer and worked full time: you can do it! Trust me that those assignments are for a reason, they helped me so much in exams. Also lectures were helpful and if you go with questions even better. Attendance and participation will help you trustme

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
CHM2210C
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Sharma is one of the best chemistry professors and research mentors there is. I took her in Fall of 2019 for my research project and internship course. She is very knowledgeable and takes time help students when they have issues or have problems regarding their project. She helped with me with my lab project and made sure that it was ok.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
2.0
4.0
CHM2210
Grade: B+
May 1, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She's not the worst, but not great. She explains things pretty well but she's not very approachable. If you're having trouble you're better off going to a tutor or YouTube than asking her for help. Also she's not very clear about her grading criteria and she gives feedback via written annotations on your pdf files that are completely illegible.

Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
CHM2210C
Grade: B-
May 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Grades due May 3rd, she finished grading things on May 3rd , you never know where your stand grade wise . She is a VERY though grader NOBODY can understand her grading scale because to be quite honest she doesn't have one. I feel like she teacher pretty good and her lectures are okay but she is VERY MEAN. Learned more from YouTube than her

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: C+
May 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She leaves a bulk of assignments to be graded the last couple days before grades are due so you never have a true understanding where you are in the class. She does not grade with a Rubric and therefore you will lose a random amount of points per question without explanation. And another students results will be different from yours.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
CHM2211
Grade: C
May 21, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Sharma is a great professor for organic chem. She had a variety of hw assignments to help buffer your grade (not so exam heavy). She made herself available outside of class to answer questions. The hw assignments were helpful to reinforce the material being covered. You do have to put in the work and be accountable for what you dont understand

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
CHM2210
Grade: B
Jun 24, 2021
Would take again

Professor Sharma is honestly one of the best professors on Valencia College. She is super clear. Her lectures are AWESOME! and extremely fast to reply to emails. She is not test heavy, majority of the grade comes from what you do every week. She pays attention when you slack and will help you get back on track. I completed a difficult course onl

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
CHM2211
Grade: Not sure yet
Aug 3, 2021
Would take again

I took Dr. Sharma for both Organic Chemistry I and II. She is very thorough and truly wants every single one of her students to succeed and achieve their academic goals. She is also very accessible outside of class and will point you in the right direction whenever you ask questions. Hands down, one of the best science professors I have ever had!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
CHM2210
Grade: A
Aug 31, 2021
Would take again

I took Dr. Sharma for Orgo 1 and 2 and I am so glad I did. She truly prepares you for professional and graduate school. She does such a great job at explaining the subject matter in a professional way. She's very open and receptive to students because she truly cares and wants to help. She is very knowledgeable and a great resource for research too

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
2.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Nov 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Sharma is a very passionate professor & you can tell in her lectures, but she does not grade or use a rubric that was given to you. Tests are 30% of your grade, part one multiple choice and 2nd part is show your work. She grades hard and grade late, so you don't know where you stand. Need 40 hours to study. Workers: good luck. For Full timers

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
CHM2210C
Grade: B
Mar 16, 2022
Would take again

This is a tough course with heavy material to get through but she does an excellent job to help you learn the material and give you the all tools you need to complete the course. Pay attention to the different assignments and quizzes because some questions are likely to appear again. You will get out of this what effort that you put in.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
CHM2211C
Grade: B
Mar 16, 2022
Would take again

Organic 1 & 2 are hard classes and a lot of work, but if you pay attention and put in the effort you will do well. Professor Sharma gives clear expectations but also the tools you need complete the work. She also explains the problems really well and answers any questions you have. Will (and have) taken her for more courses.

Participation matters
Caring
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
2211
Grade: C+
Apr 4, 2022

Do not take this professor unless you would like to suffer. Professor Sharma assigns 7+ assignments due each week that are long and exhausting. Her exams are extremely long. She does not have a rubric at all and you will never get full points for any assignment. She is also extremely passive aggressive and rude.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
2211
Grade: B
Apr 19, 2022

Worst class ever. Multiple assignments were due every week and were graded with no clear grading system at all. Professor will take off points for any little thing and you will never get full credit. Exams are hours long and exhausting while being proctored. Professor is passive-aggressive and not helpful. Good luck if you have to take this class.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
2.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: B
Aug 8, 2022

This class was one of the hardest classes I have ever taken. For me, it wasn't the material that was hard but the professor made this class more difficult than what it had to be. She would upload assignments the week they were due. Some assignments that were due the first week of classes didn't get graded until the last week of classes.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: B
Aug 8, 2022

This is not a class you want to get behind in. Had to do flipgrids which was unnecessary to me. Exams had two parts (part A + part B) which takes 3 hours. Takes off points for the smallest things. Upload assignments the week they're due. Graded assignments at the last minute. Use all the resources in the modules and practice EVERY DAY. Do not slack

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
3.0
1046C
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2022

The biggest problem that this class had was the homework assignments, which were harder than the actual exam itself! They were long, exhausting, and unnecessary. They are worth about 20% of your grade. Dr Sharma also has an attitude problem, where it was hard to ask for help when needed. I recommend not to take this professor if you can.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
1046HYBRID
Grade: B+
Jan 4, 2023
Would take again

By far the best professor in a long time. She is SO caring. lectures are amazing & informative. Pop-up questions within lectures & can always redo for a better grade.She goes over problems in class so you can catch up. It was a hard class with math but the professor organizes everything in steps. gives partial credit. flex. duedates &grace period.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
2.0
5.0
2211
Grade: B
Apr 22, 2023

This was a fairly difficult class, and it wasn't made any easier having assignments uploaded the same week they were due and receiving proper feedback with a grade months after the deadline. If you can handle disorganization, you'll probably be fine, but just a fair warning. The professor is also extremely rude and seems to lack a sense of respect.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
2211
Grade: A
May 10, 2023
Would take again

Her videos are really really good-they are interactive like a quiz. You can't seek but I get the point. Get the prep work from there then go to her optional session ( she records them, if you can't make it). Tests are not a surprise. She likes detail. Not half answers.Material is difficult but her resources are topnotch-made it easy to understand

2.0
4.0
CHEM1045C
Grade: A
Jun 19, 2023

I took her in the spring term of 2022-2023. Just know she is a very very veryyyyyy tough grader. It might take her half the semester to grade things and its sometimes really frustrating. Her tests are also proctored on honor locked. Besides that, she's kind and I liked her quite a bit. Her methods forced me to learn chemistry and it paid off.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
CHM2211
Grade: B
Jul 23, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Sharma is very good at training students who are aiming for medical, pharmacy, and dental schools. She gave me a lot of chances to practice in class and at home. After two years of taking her class, I still remember a lot of things from her class, and I have a good high score on the organic chemistry section of the DAT (dental admission test)

Group projects
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
CHM2211C
Grade: A+
Aug 31, 2023
Would take again

Took for orgo 1+2 and couldn't have been happier. If u r planning to go to grad school she is def the prof to take. Her lectures r very thorough + the info will be drilled in ur mind. By no means is it an easy class, u have to earn ur grade but thats for a good reason. It allowed me to study for the DAT efficiently + receive a score in the top 98%

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
1.0
5.0
CHM2211
Nov 7, 2023

Would not recommend this professor at all, especially online! She does not respond to emails which forces you to figure things by yourself,& she grades VERY tough. You can give the most detailed response & still have points taken off. She gives a ton of homework which she takes forever to grade, you will never know your true grade until the end.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
2211
Grade: B
Nov 30, 2023

She wasn't available and would always belittle her students for not immediately understanding her materail.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
CHM2211
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2023

Worst Professor I ever had. Does not answer emails and is not clear with her instructions.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
CHM1045
Grade: D
Dec 12, 2023

I do not recommend this professor. Very stressful. Her tests use Honorlock and have to be scheduled at a specific time. Tough grader. Takes forever to grade. The tests have different parts to it which make it time consuming as well as stressful since it is timed as well. I am not kidding when i say this class had me in tears.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
1045C
Feb 7, 2024

I would not recommend this class. This professor is very hard to communicate with. She is a slow grader, and it is difficult to tell how you are doing in the class. You have to do a lot on your own, and the homework and test reviews are not accurate to what will be on the tests. Often test reviews will not have the answers.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
CHM2210
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 30, 2024

Worst of all, don't be amazed if you find it online; she has a terrible attitude, you won't ever receive the full grade for your writing projects, she is mean, and she doesn't care about her students' academic progress. Your mental health will suffer if you enroll in this course, which I strongly advise to not.

Tough grader
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
2211
May 21, 2024

Does not respond to any emails or communicate well. The class is extremely disorganized. Lectures will be on one topic, homework will be on another topic, and the lab will be on another topic. Her lectures have questions incorporated that you have to answer. Sometimes the questions come before the material is covered. The class makes no sense.

1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: D+
Aug 1, 2024

worst experience ever, never answers emails. grades very harshly. NO curves, no dropped exams, no extra credit. Exams are the worst. material is not taught. Her exams are in two parts one Multiple choice (around 45q) and the second part is written and about 7 to 8 pages worth of questions that are mechanism pushing, good luck finishing!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
CHM2211C
Grade: A
Aug 7, 2024
Would take again

Requires internal motivation to learn! Time spent actively participating in class & focusing on lectures, the rest of my time at the chemistry tutoring center using the whiteboards to practice what I was learning. Take her if u want to understand ORGO 1/2 & are willing to dedicate the time. Always helpful going to her in person office hours!

Participation matters
Group projects
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
CHM2210C
Grade: C
Aug 8, 2024
Would take again

It was a treat to have Professor Sharma for O Chem this semester. She cares very much about her class and provides endless resources to help her students. As long as you do the work and show your efforts she will pass you.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Gives good feedback
1.0
4.0
2211
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 20, 2024

worst professor by far, took her for orgo 1+2. you are in for a treat if you think that this class is manageable! it is not! she has no care for your personal circumstances and if something does happen in your life it is made up to be a lie to her! she does not want you to succeed unless you want to beg at her door and cry till you get it HORRIBLE!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
CHM2211C
Grade: A
Sep 24, 2024
Would take again

I took both Organic Chemistry I and II with Dr. Sharma and I would do so again. Since class sizes are small, the professor dedicates time to each student and provides good feedback during optional weekly meetings. You can tell the professor is passionate about teaching the subject and wants students to understand the material in-depth.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
1.0
5.0
CHM2211C
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 29, 2024

Rude, belittling, prideful. Used outdated resources. Last minute assignments. Disorganized canvas and lectures. Never gives full credit for written answers no matter how much information you write. You never know when things will be due. If you ask a question, she will interrupt you and not listen. Bad listener. Bad teacher.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
2210
Grade: B
Oct 7, 2024

This professor is one of the more headache inducing ones I've had. She's impossible to get ahold of but fast to accuse of cheating like we all don't use the same textbook/materials?? Exhausting to meet her standards,and worse to deal with. She teaches an online class but is inept at correcting the janky performance of her materials and videos.

Tough grader
3.0
4.0
2211
Grade: B
Oct 10, 2024

This class is a rollercoaster ride. Professor Sharma has a unique teaching style, but with the right strategies, you can survive. Utilize resources like Unstuck study, stay on top of assignments, and don't skip lectures - it all pays off in the end.

1.0
1.0
1046C
Grade: A+
Oct 11, 2024

Please do not take this professor. Speaking from someone who just got accepted to pharmacy school, Dr. Sharma was the worst professor I ever had in my fours years of college. From outdated lectures, to impossible homework assignments that you need to watch YouTube videos to understand, Im glad that im in a more healthy environment.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
1.0
1046C
Grade: B+
Oct 12, 2024

Dr. Sharma is not a caring professor, and I felt she wanted her class to be "insanely difficult to pass with an A". I would not recommend taking this professor at all.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
1045HYBRID
Grade: B
Oct 13, 2024

The professor is not caring or accessible outside of class. She made this class way harder than it needed to be! The lab reports are graded until the end of the semester, and you do not get any feedback until then (which you will not know how to improve on). How did she even get five-star reviews is beyond me as this was the worst class I've taken.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
2211
Grade: C+
Nov 13, 2024

You'll be waiting months for grades, and when they're finally received, feedback is muddled and contradicts feedback received in class. Professor is difficult to get hold of and often misses office hours. Work will be uploaded last minute with disregard of due date, and dates will not be extended for any reason (even natural disaster).

Tough grader
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
2210
Grade: B
Nov 20, 2024
Would take again

I was not expecting a B in this class because well it is organic chemistry and was my first experience. The professor helped me with questions. We did a lot of problem solving on the board and she answered ALL questions the class being mixed mode. I think she rewarded participation in class. .

Tough grader
Participation matters
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
CHM2210
Grade: A-
Dec 6, 2024
Would take again

Very knowledgeable and patient. Willing to work with you through muddy points until you grasp understanding. Likes to go over problem questions while in class, appreciates student participation. Take good lecture notes, keep up with reaction wheels and engage in class activities, communicate with her any delays. You should be good in good hands.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
CHM2210
Grade: F
Dec 9, 2024

Dr. Sharma doesn't reply to emails. She is a tough grader on the exams she gives out. Exams Part B; which is the written exam, some of the questions are very confusing to answer. She gives out lots of homework everyday. PLEASE AVOID THIS PROFESSOR AT ALL COST!!!!!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
CHEM1046C
Grade: A+
Feb 2, 2025

Do not take this professor at any cost. I took her for gen chem 2 and the amount of homework (harder than the exam than it self) pulled topics that she does not teach. I would use YouTube to help me, where it can take half a day to complete. I took organic chem 1 and 2 at UCF, and received both As. I still recommend Valencia, but not this prof.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
4.0
2211
Grade: C+
Feb 2, 2025

Professor is insanely rude and uncaring to her students. Is not accessible outside and too much homework is given. Save yourself and do not take this class.

Tough grader
Beware of pop quizzes
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
1046C
Grade: C-
Feb 2, 2025

What is with her homework assignments?… They are tedious and rarely align with our chapter objectives. Almost failed because of this.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
1046C
Grade: A+
Feb 2, 2025

I hated how lab reports were graded until the end of the semester. I had no idea on how to improve on them and she graded them harshly. Do not take this professor as she doesn't take her job serious.

1.0
1.0
2210
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 5, 2025

Almost half way done with this semester and can tell this is by far the worst class that I've taken and made me think about my career choice.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
So many papers
4.0
5.0
CHM2211
Grade: C
Apr 4, 2025
Would take again

If you're not confident in your chem skills, make sure to take this course alone cause there is tons of concepts that you will need to learn. Professor Sharma may be intimidating, but she understands the difficulty of the course and will help you if you reach out. Daily studying is needed because of all the reactions you need to understand.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Respected
1.0
1.0
2211
Grade: C-
Apr 21, 2025

In literal tears right now on how unfair this class was. Free responses are graded way too harshly and all of my friends agree with me! AVOID TAKING THIS PROFESSOR AT ALL COST.

1.0
5.0
CHM2211
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 28, 2025

Never in all my years of education have I ever had a professor as horrible as this lady. She is one of those "No one ever gets an A in my class" types of professors. If this so-called "professor" is your ABSOLUTE LAST RESORT, please mentally prepare yourself to crashout over hours and hours of busy work and passive aggressive answers to questions.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
2211
Grade: A+
May 7, 2025

I did not like how this class was taught. The material learned does not align with the actual exam itself. The exams are very outdated, and I achieved an A on average on each exam due to self-teaching myself on YouTube.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
2210
Grade: C+
May 7, 2025

Way too much homework for stuff that does not pertain to the actual exam itself. She is very rude and does not answer emails.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
2210
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 7, 2025

I wanted to try organic chemistry in Valencia, but I decided to withdraw from this course due to the professor. I decided to do organic chemistry at UCF, where I was able to achieve a B+. I felt that I wasn't learning as much as I should In this course at Valencia. Glad I made the switch.

Tough grader
Beware of pop quizzes
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
2211
Grade: C+
May 7, 2025

The professor would teach topics okay, but overall it was not worth taking her class as I felt she made the class harder than it needed to be. Glad I am transferring to UCF with a more prestigious study than this community college.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
2211
Grade: C
May 7, 2025

The extra credit does nothing to your grade! Please mentally prepare yourself when taking this course.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
3.0
2210
Grade: Rather not say
May 11, 2025

Really found this class to be unenjoyable. Prepare yourself mentally when taking this course.

Get ready to read
So many papers
Lecture heavy
1.0
3.0
2211
Grade: C-
May 11, 2025

Way too much homework that does not relate to the overall course (most of the time). I wish I would've taken another professor.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
2211
Grade: B+
May 11, 2025

This professor was not good. I do not know why she always got annoyed when students would ask questions about topics. She should learn to respond to these students.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
CHEM1046C
Grade: B
Jul 30, 2025

I'm a straight-A Engineer student until this Summer when I took this class. No textbook, confusing lectures, labs all handwritten from scratch, endless assignments, and tests that don't reflect the assignments. Online exams require printing, scanning, and uploading under a timer. Someone hurt her in the past but now her students are paying for it!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
1.0
1046C
Grade: C-
Jul 30, 2025

I really regret taking this class over the summer, where professor would take a whole week to reply. I also never felt comfortable when asking for help as she always has an attitude problem. I will take organic chemistry with another professor instead of this one. Do yourself a favor and do not this professor!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
1046HYBRID
Grade: C+
Jul 30, 2025

I normally do not write reviews, but in this case I will. I am here to warn you of this professor's attitude towards the class and how she does not care for them. Take a different professor that cares for your grade unlike this one.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
1046C
Grade: A-
Jul 30, 2025

I do not know how I was able to receive an A in this course. From late reponses through email, harsh grading on lab reports, outdated exam questions, I was able to score a B on average for every exam. She was very disrespectful throughout the summer to students, where I would avoid asking for help and would watch YouTube videos instead. Do not take

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
1046C
Grade: Incomplete
Jul 30, 2025

I was not able to finish the course, where I plan on taking it in my transfer to UCF. The amount of work for a summer course was extreme and very demanding. No textbook really affected my ability to complete the course.

Tough grader
So many papers
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
1046C
Grade: B+
Jul 30, 2025

I was trying give this professor a chance and was willing to take her for organic chemistry. I was taking 2 flex courses and this course at the same time (do not recommend). Having nothing to read and lectures being to long, I struggled very much. Extra credit did nothing for my grade at all! Such as waste.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
1046HYBRID
Grade: A-
Jul 30, 2025

Getting an A in this course was insanely and mentally challenging. I am writing in behalf of the students wanting to take this professor. I am here to say not to and take it in a different campus. This professor did not care for us and answered questions in a more patronizing way.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
1046C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 30, 2025

I had to withdraw from this course during the month of June as I was going through some things. Professor lack of empathy really showed her true colors, where I did not feel comfortable taking her.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
1046C
Grade: D+
Jul 30, 2025

Ended up failing because of the exams. Do not know how to study. I think I am done with pre med as this course and professor were so deceiving.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
1046C
Grade: B+
Jul 31, 2025
Would take again

Course was online. Lectures have pop quiz , so you get credit for completing. Online ALEKS homework had its own book. Quizzes were online and some you have to write. I like the video format-I learnt most then and got good feedback. I went to a couple of office hours and received help promptly. Quick turn around on emails. Not easy but doable.

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
5.0
CHM2210
Grade: B
Aug 2, 2025
Would take again

I took the hybrid class and Dr. Sharma is honestly the best chem professor I've had. The class is hard, no doubt. If you are willing to put the work in then you will be just fine. She is big on participation, very knowledgeable, and very helpful if you ask! She provides resources and practice exams to help study too! It's not impossible to do well.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Gives good feedback
1.0
5.0
1046HYBRID
Grade: A+
Aug 4, 2025

I did not like how the class was organized and felt mostly everything was outdated. I learned most of my chemistry from AP in high school, where I believe it put at an advantage at the start of the semester. I wouldn't recommend this class and advise to take it with a different professor.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
1046C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 4, 2025

Professor is so rude! I took this professor for the spring term and always found her homework to be containing too much information, where they are harder than the exams themselves. Do yourself a favor and take Benjamin Barragan for 1046C (I understood the material more and received an A).

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
2210
Grade: A-
Aug 4, 2025

I do not like this class at all! Lab reports got graded until the end of the semester, where you do not know how to improve on it. Professor is also very rude and makes it hard to ask for questions. If you do take this course, YouTube will be your friend.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
1046C
Grade: B
Aug 4, 2025

Professor treated us like kids towards the end of the semester with a "game show". How it works is that you have to complete a question on your own, where your partner would complete their own question as well (no helping to each other). My grade got heavily affected as my partner did not study as he should (got an F on games because of him).

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
2210
Grade: B+
Aug 9, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Sharma is an outstanding Organic Chemistry professor-passionate, & geniunely cares for students' learning. If you are there for an easy A, she is not for you. If you work hard, she will walk every step with you. Breaks down concepts into small steps, extremely patient and will be your guide and coach. I learnt more gen chem in her course.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
4.0
2210
Grade: B
Aug 9, 2025
Would take again

professor is tough but accessible, subject is tough and she doesn't sugar coat it. Put in the effort and she will take your through. MUltiple types of assignments not the regular quiz and exam , about 20-30 questions for homework. It helped me. there were worksheets I would solve and send and get a response in 30 minutes.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Gives good feedback
5.0
4.0
CHEM1045C
Grade: B-
Aug 22, 2025
Would take again

Chemistry is a complex subject but Dr. Sharma does a great job explaining the muddy points. She's a tough greater, but if you take her feedback and apply it to your work it will pay off. Her lectures are prerecorded and then reviewed in class. Participation matters a lot so answering questions during lecture can get you extra credit points!

Tough grader
Participation matters
Gives good feedback
1.0
5.0
1046HYBRID
Grade: A-
Aug 31, 2025

If you care about your grade do not take this class.

Tough grader
So many papers
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
2210
Grade: C+
Aug 31, 2025

Worst class ever. So glad I'm done with chem.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
CHM1046C
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 25, 2025

The professor definitely knows chemistry, but her online modules are overloaded with information. On top of that, she doesn't release all assignments on Monday; instead, she opens multiple ones randomly during the week, making it impossible to plan ahead.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
1045C
Grade: A+
Oct 17, 2025
Would take again

With my other teachers, they taught nothing and when I came to this class it was so good. She will help you with anything.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Respected
5.0
4.0
CHEM1045
Grade: B
Nov 7, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Sharma is one of the best professors I've had at Valencia! She makes chemistry clear & engaging through interactive assignments, lab reflections, and group discussions. Her passion and patience make learning enjoyable, and she truly cares about her students success.If you're willing to put in the time & effort, Dr. Sharma will meet you halfway.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
1.0
5.0
CHM1046C
Grade: C-
Dec 4, 2025

This was one of my worst experiences in college ever, legit crying on how difficult it was with this professor. NEVER AGAIN.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
1046C
Grade: B+
Dec 4, 2025

The professor is very rude and provides not help to her students when asked questions about the lab report; all we get is "figure it out yourself". She complains on how the test averages are not up to her standards and is a very rude person.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
1046C
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2025

This class was like stepping on legos... very hurtful and do not want to continue doing it. There is barely any resources that she provides that relates to her exams, so its very hard to score an A on (where I was lucky to do by watching YouTube videos). If you can find another professor; please do. Safe yourself the trouble.

1.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: B+
Dec 4, 2025

This professor is not caring to her students at all! All she does is yell and rant about she's preparing us for a higher education and that we should study beyond the scope of the class. I knew not to take her and wished I would've listen to my friends.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
1046HYBRID
Grade: C+
Dec 4, 2025

I didn't even know how to study for the exams, and her meetings never taught me anything. What a waste of my time and I wish I would've gotten to another university. Also the extra credit did nothing to my grade.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
CHM2210C
Grade: Incomplete
Dec 4, 2025

Well, I guess I have to take this class with a different professor. I wouldn't go back to this professor as there is a language barrier that I believe she needs to overcome, which is her needing to care for he students.

Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
2210
Grade: C+
Dec 4, 2025

Class size is too small and my partner just wasn't good. Professor is also not very good and I would there say do not take her.

1.0
5.0
2210
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2025

Disappointed with how this professor handled this class, which I was more happy about my A, but I am not because of this professor. Very disappointing and will not be contacting her for a letter of recommendation.

So many papers
1.0
5.0
2210
Dec 4, 2025

Her syllabus sucks as it doesn't represent the final grade. There is too much outliers that it makes no sense.

1.0
5.0
2210
Grade: B+
Dec 4, 2025

She grades lab reports way too harshly! You would miss a small section and she would randomly take huge chunks away from it; DO NOT TAKE HER.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
CHEM1045C
Grade: B
Dec 6, 2025

This professor might be relatively nice as a person but is very irresponsible. She does not grade on time, she is sometimes very hard to understand, does not reply to email on a timely manner, and when she does, she seems to not have understood the question. She relays on you understanding from the assignments magically. do not take her. please.

Lots of homework
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

69%

Textbook Required

20%

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