David Parkin - Adelphi University

Professor: David Parkin

Department: TBD

College: Adelphi University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CHE109
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Dave is quite unique in that he doesn't babysit his students. Sure, he will throw a curveball at you sometimes and you need to figure things out by yourself, but that's his philosophy and mannerism of teaching. Tests are not difficult and reasonable as long as you set aside time to study. Definitely worth your while!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CHEM109
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This is by far one of the worst professor I ever had. He is rude and unprofessional, he does not teach at all. When students ask him for clarification all he does is yell at them and makes them feel small. His exams are nothing what he teaches in classes. You have to teach yourself everything without guidance.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CHE109
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Against what I was told I decided to take Parkin for chem and I thought he was a great teacher! He does a different type of lecture where he keeps you very involved, making you not fall asleep at 7 am lol. He gives a lot of homework but it is all in prep for the tests so in the long run you wont have to study a lot before the test.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CHE109
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Parkin is a gem. Yes, hes intimidating sometimes because he has high expectations for all but he also doesnt leave you high and dry. He guides everyone to become successful all you have to do is engage yourself and STUDY. The course alone is difficult but I felt he tried his best to help us without cheating us of knowledge and learning!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CHE109
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Parkin is really caring and wants you to do your best! Sometimes he might be a bit intimidating, but he really does want you to achieve the best grade you can. He brings in cookies and candy to class, and overall is a great professor.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CHEM109
• 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:

Hands down the best & most genuine prof. at Adelphi. This class is tough but he truly prepares you for nursing & makes you think. Relates everything to nursing. Can be extremely frustrating at times but seriously cares about his students. Fall 20 is the last semester he's teaching so I highly recommend you take him!! Truly cares about his students!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CHE109
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Before going into his class, I heard nothing but negative things..I now realize those people didn't know what they were talking about! Dr. Dave can be hard on the class at times, but in reality he just wants us to succeed. He brings cookies& coffee to class occasionally and always gives bonus points for exams! Such a sweet man please take his class

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CHEM109
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Going into his class I was nervous that I wasnt going to do well because I read terrible reviews. This professor is hands down the best college professor Ive ever encountered. The class is A LOT of work, but if you put in the effort you come out with a good grade and you know the material. Hes generous with extra points, hes great!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CHEM109
• 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:

At the beginning of the semester, i was so overwhelmed. it was really hard. but once you get the hang of it, its not bad at all. hes so nice and he really cares about his students. he wants you to pass and do well. listen in class and review and youll be okay. im gonna miss him!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CHE109
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is perfect

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CHE109
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

he makes you work for your grade, but if you put in the effort and he sees you trying it will make your chem experience so much better. He can be extremely frustrating to the point where you will feel so frustrated and overwhelmed, but it is for your benefit. You get online quizzes every week but you have mant attempts to take them. Stay organized

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CHE109
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Honestly... take him. Youll definitely struggle, but if you keep up and keep working. Youll get the grade you deserve from your hard work.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CHE109
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Dave doesn't teach, simple as that. His class is equivalent to taking an online course. He uploads documents and expects u to teach yourself then yells at the class to "activate the brain" (his favorite phrase.) But he surely does keep u busy with 1-2 online quizzes a week, lab reports, pre-labs and plenty of assignments.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CHE109
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

he's a bad teacher and a bad person, so avoid this Bozo at all costs

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CHE109
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr Dave is a very unique professor, I don't think he wants to screw on his students but definitely not a walk in the park. Well maybe if the park was on fire and you were on fire. But in all seriousness, he is tough but You won't regret taking him. Ashame, I guess we didn't leave on good terms but I think he is a good guy

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CHEM109
• 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:

Dr. Dave was AMAZING! He wants all of his students to pass and he gives you numerous resources to do so. It's true that he doesn't answer questions, he wants you to learn them on your own and it's really beneficial. I'm horrible at chemistry and I got an A- in the class

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1099
• Grade Received: F
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Wants to fail you. Beware, anyone else is better.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CHEM109
• 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:

I found this class to be a lot easier than people were making it seem. Attend lectures, participate, ask questions, review before the test, and you'll be fine. He WANTS to work with you, so just don't be intimidated to ask him for help. Don't buy the new edition lab book - only one person in the group has to have it and it's expensive.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CHE109
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Dave is the BEST chemistry professor that I have ever had. I dreaded taking his class because of the scary reviews I saw, but I was stupid for thinking that. He is an AMAZING professor, who treats every single student with care His class is not easy, but very doable for someone that actually wants to learn. I am HORRIBLE at chem and got an A!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CHEM109
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Parkin is not an easy professor. But he is worth the good grade! He is a very great professor! His way of teaching works if you don't fight the process. No he does not give answers, you must find them on your own. He does show you how to self teach, which in nursing is important. And his way of doing DA is the best!