Scott Fielder - York University (all campuses), Toronto, ON

Professor: Scott Fielder

Department: Chemistry

College: York University (all campuses), Toronto, ON

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1550
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1550
• 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:

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

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1550
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1550
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1001
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1001
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1001
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1001
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1001
• 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:

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

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1000
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Take as many as you could with him.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: NAT1820
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Clever jokes and good stories all the time.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1550
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

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

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1550
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

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