Joseph Kirsch - Butler University, Indianapolis, IN

Professor: Joseph Kirsch

Department: Chemistry

College: Butler University, Indianapolis, IN

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CH105
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Great way to start your mornings! His class made me smile! He loves to repeat himself and make sure you know what he wants you to know!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CH105
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Kirsch is a great Chem professor if you know you will get him second semester as well and aren't going to take OChem. Take him if that's you. But, if you aren't sure you're going to get him for 106 as well and/or have to take OChem, try Davis. Kirsch just doesn't go as in-depth as other chemistry professors expect. Otherwise, super easy and sweet.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CH105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I really dislike chemistry, but Dr. Kirsch made it so much better. He is such a helpful professor who wants you to succeed and is willing to help you whenever he can.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CH105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Gives good, easy to understand lectures and post notes online everyday. Online quizzes every week for participation points. Tests arent bad if you review quizzes well and he grades fairly

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CH105
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He is an amazing professor. I loved having him as my professor this semester. He is very understanding of your time and helps you out. You have online quizzes that are open for a week. 10/10 recommend taking his course.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CH105
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I had this teacher for first semester freshman chemistry and he is absolutely awesome. Doesn't take off much for mistakes on tests and will always cheer you up on a bad morning.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CH105106
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Kirsch really helped me understand chemistry after coming in nervous and scared. I did not enjoy chemistry sophomore year of high school and didnt know what to expect coming in to this class. He has helped me enjoy chemistry and motivated me to learn. I am truly understanding what I am learning!! Take Kirsch you wont regret it.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CH105106
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Take him if you can! He posts in-class notes so if you miss or fall asleep in class, he got you covered! His tests are majorly based on the quizzes (as long as you take the quiz rather than forget, you will get full credit). Labs are not hard at all, he is willing to help. Got hunt him down to ask questions! Really friendly and willing to help.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CH105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He posts all lecture notes. There is no homework or study guides, but he does give optional practice problems from the back of the book. He's a cute old guy who will always take the time to answer your questions. Exams are basically your entire grade, but he gives 4 throughout the semester for 105 (all other sections only have 3)

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CH351
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Taking Dr. Kirsch for summer organic chemistry is recommended. If you attend lecture, you will understand exactly what is to be expected and what problems will be on the exam. Exams are essentially your entire grade (his exams are long!), and he grades pretty leniently as long as you understand the main concept. He made organic chemistry enjoyable.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CH106
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Kirsch is the man. He has clear and easy expectations that everyone can meet. I learned a lot, while not having to stress about ridiculous tests like other teachers in the department have. 3 tests and a final exam make up your grade. Kirsch is the most caring prof ever. Take his class, you won't regret it and your GPA won't either. ;)

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CH105
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Kirsch is great! But the main drawback about his easy teaching style is that I feel I will be underprepared for organic chemistry. When comparing my notes with other chemistry sections, the running theme is that we do not cover most topics as in depth as other sections.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CH105
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I didn't take a lot of chemistry in high school, so I was nervous for gen chem. Kirsch explained concepts in a way that I understood, despite my lack of experience. He's also hilarious. Take him if you can!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CH106
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Kirsch was a really great teacher, however he does go painfully slow through some material which can be a good thing if you're struggling but for most people it was a drag. He usually takes the first half of class to review what we did the day before and then moves on to new stuff. Tests are pretty easy if you study quizzes and go to class.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CH105
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Low key best general chemistry professor at Butler!! Kirsch is like a cute little grandpa. He's super nice and willing to help his students. His lectures are easy to follow and he puts all this notes on moodle. Study the quizzes and you'll do well on the exams!! Take him if you can, you won't regret it!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CH105106
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Kirsch is a great teacher and so funny! You really don't have to come to class to get an A but it definitely helps. He's super nice and will help you if you ask. Try to take his class if possible.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CH105
• Grade Received: D-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He was awesome, but a really tough grader and I didn't really do well on his tests.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CH106
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Kirsch is a great guy, and a great professor. He was not my favorite, mostly because it was super easy and you can skip class and still pass. I let myself give into this, so I didn't master the material as well as I could have hoped. Go to class, and work hard on the quizzes and tests, and you will do really well.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CH105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

His lectures are really straight forward and to the point. His tests are exactly what he lectures over. As you long you go to class it's pretty easy to get an A. He seems to genuinely care about everyone. I see him as a father figure. If you have the chance, take him without hesitation.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: GENERALCHEM
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Kirsch is like a cute grandpa who truly loves teaching and helping. He breaks everything down really well and if you look over the notes and do the online quizzes, you are bound to do well on his tests.