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Great teacher! he tells you want you need to study and even gives sample exams..you just have to study them really well!

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I think he's a very good teacher. I enjoyed taking his class and learned alot. I only recommend him if you want to understand chemistry not just memorize the material. He explains things very clear and once you have study your notes( !!write down everything!! ) and the practice exams and know those

ELIAS IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE TEACHERS! HE'S FUNNY, WAY SMART, AND REALLY NICE IF YOU GET ON HIS GOOD SIDE. SURE HE DOESN'T LIKE EVERYONE, BUT DO YOU CONSIDER YOURSELF LIKE EVERYONE?? IF YOU THINK YOU ARE A GOOD STUDENT...TAKE HIM IF ITS THE LAST THING YOU DO!! HE CHANGED MY LIFE!

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Gee whoever thinks hes hard needs to change majors, b/c you'll never make it in a UC. Elias is organized, easy and very clear, however he is not approachable at all. Throw away your book and study all the past exams and you'll get an A

he is the best teacher there is. Sure he is not easy but if you are willing to work hard you will be rewarded onv tests and the MCAt

Awesome Professor, extremely into the subject and makes notes for us to understand better. Study hard and his class will help you on the professional exams too.

He is the first step for any students to act professionaly in any fields--all the others are just for fun. Take his class once and he'll change your attitude; take him again and you'll have a new outlook in life. It doesn't matter whether you get an A or not. What matters is the growth and maturity you experience in every lesson that comes to you.

Someone here said: "whoever thinks Elias is hard will never make it in a UC". Obviously that person never took O Chem at a UC!!! By experience, the UC's O.Chem exams are way easier than Elias', and with a curve that 40% is a passing grade, you gotta be a major "tard" if you think UC O chem is hard.

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he is the BEST professor at LAVC. His tests were similar to the sample exams and if you study from those as a guide and NOT memorize, you are guaranteed to get at least a B in the class.

He is an amazing instuctor, extremely organized. you dont really need the book, just write down what he writes on the board and refer to them. He gives practice exams which if u just study from that youre practically set. All those "students" who think he's hard, i know an easy sociology teacher for u. LOL ! !

He is truly an exceptional instructor. His notes are incredible. You don't need the book. He can be intimidating because he doesn't tolerate any b.s., but if you're respectful, work hard, and show interest, he will show you the same regard that you show his class. He notices everything and truly wants you to learn. Plus, he's hot!! ;D

easy A, just study all day and u'll be fine. easy teacher, good notes/lecture, understandable and clear. Tests are as easy as 123...take him if u want to score high in the mcat

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He is an OUTSTANDING teacher. He is very organized and very clear. Extremely knowledgable about the subject and helpful as well. He is also really layed back person outside lecture, which makes for a relxed enviroment for the hardest class at the college.

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Very good professor. Students who whine about him being difficult obviously will not make it in a UC science class. O. Chem is a difficult subject, so be ready to study. Very approachable and wants to help, but doesn't like students who want hand outs.

I took him for 211 and 212 and he has changed a lot, he has made things harder, the TA sees the exams then provides"private tutoring" (more like private cheating) for money. If u don't get help from him you will be screwed on exams, just studying is not enough, and if u are between grades forget about it, ur getting the lower grade no matter what!

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I don't understand all the fuss about Elias being hardest teacher. Ochem is hard, period! His lecture are organzied and easy to follow. If you study his notes and do the problems from practice exams over and over again and understand the concepts, you will do just fine. I highly recommend him.

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very hard. each person will have to bring a bluebook for exams and also he makes you do a practical lab exam in which you have to go to your locker and when he asks you to bring a lab equipment you must find it and bring it to him to check if it is the right lab equipment and checking your laboratory notebook and signing your lab book everyday.

His leactures are clear. Must attend the class to understand the material and do well in class.

I highly recommend those people to drop this class. He's a very hard professor and will give you hands on lab quizes where you have to name all the equipment you use in chem 101, 102, 211, 212. He also gives you an easy exam and he selects from topics such as "ballchinian" and have you write five pages on how the "ballchinian" relates to ochem.

I am currently taking this class and I am in day lab and getting a C and my name is "OVERACHIEVERKOV".I think I am are a true "A" student, but I am over achieving of what my status is, because I am NOT an "A" student, are full of dillusions and I am overestimating myself because I realized that I am obviously not an "A" student.

Okay, this professor is awesome!! He is helpful, clear, and concise. goes over labs and tells you exactly what you should know. dont study last minute. take notes and practice the practice exams. This guy does not play games!! have FUN!!!

Those who are complaining, are immature and need to grow up. Prof. Elias is aewsome, clear, concise, and tells you exactly what you should know, what he expects, and answers all questions that are germane to lecture. He is only seems tough if your procrastinate, dont come to class, and study last minute, your going to get what you deserve. so grow!

The best chem professor ever! he is very clear, lectures are great and his notes are very clear! do practice exam because the actual tests are very similar.Subject is hard by itself but Elias makes it easier to understand it.Don't miss lectures.No curve.

Great professor!Very knowlegable and helps you a lot if you really want to learn.Do practice exams, attend every class, do labs and you will be fine.hard subject overall, but he makes it very interesting.If dont want to learn anything but get a good grade, take ochem at LATTC.Great lecture notes too.

Yes its not a secret that Prof Elias is hard, but OChem is a hard class in itself. I personally loved the way he taught the class: very clear & straight to the pnt. A BIG help are his practice exams; they're similar to the tests. If u can do the practice exams w/o ur notes/book w/in the given exam time.. u will do well! His notes r helping me in UC

STOP WHINING! if u're a premed, prepharm, pre-health, and u're complaining this class is hard, admit it that u dont have what it takes. this is a weeding out course, and the exams are hard becuz they prevent dumb people on becoming doctors, get it? Just study his notes, the exams are all in there. forget the text. study wisely!! and u'll do well

In addition, He takes no BS. if u follow the rules and policy, you will love going to this class, especially the labs which were fun to me. BUT..u have to maintain safety in the lab at all times, otherwise he kicks you right out the door =) Study ur Labs report thoroughly if u wanna do well on the lab quiz. overall,the class totally reflects on you

highly recommend for those who aims to be success in life! Taking this course with him will teach u to study wisely and efficiently. Those people, who said all negative comments and mention he should try helping students, do not know him. His lecture notes are excellent, and if u show enthusiasm in learning, he'd be explaining until u understand it

Great Professor who is very knowledgable in his topic. Those who put negative reviews are just used to getting easy A's. Elias would make you truly earn your grade.Highly recommend him for ochem! it is not an easy subjct but just stay focused, ask questions and he will explain it to you 20 times if needed.Do practice exams, they definetly help.

I had Elias for Chem 211 and 212. He is far and away one of the best teachers I have found at either LAVC or UC Berkeley. His classes prepared me for a BS and I still refer to his notes while getting my MS. He is demanding, keenly prepared, and knowledgable. I took the ACS exam in OChem after his class and did not have a problem. Loved both classes

Organic chemistry both 211 and 212 are the hardest subjects even at the university for Bsc students . passing this class with a good grade means your professor is an extraordinary teacher, and also means you put all of your efforts for this class.the method of his teaching and the notes are really organized and uniqe.i seriously recommend him .

Ochem 211 with Elias was my first C grade after ~ 100 units at CC. I took 212 with him and got an A. If you make the effort, go to the discussion sects and seek help, Elias is more then willing to help. He seems intimidating but grow some balls and you'll be fine. I learned more in this class than i've learned in all other classes combined.

The best teacher in all USA. Amazing knowledge of the subject. Crystal clear lectures. The course is hard but by attending his lectures and studying at least 10 hours a week you will get an A.

Best teacher ever! Don't be fooled, you need to work your hinney in this class. Studied 40hrs for an exam and got an 98/100!

the class itself is quite tough, and the Elias is not making it easy! Yet, he is definitely very helpful, and if he sees a student trying hard, he will do everything to help. E.g. I got a D on the first test, ended up with an A in the end. His notes/lectures are very clear and organized. gave me real good foundation for taking chem classes at UCLA.

He is the best Teacher I've ever had.

This class is tough. so if youre not prepared to study everyday then dont take it. Attend lecture, do your lab, take the practice exams multiple times and go to the saturday study session and you will be fine. Work your ass off and then some to get an A. He clarifies any questions you have. You cannot slide like you did in your biology classes.

Tough subject, great instructor. Very organized class great learning environment. In lab you actually know whats going on and can get help if needed. Lectures are clear. He offers lecture notes (notesbook) and practice exams. But dont take his class if youre not willing to give 100% b/c youll probably end up w/ a W. His TA Steven is great.