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Karin Gruet

CHEM101P · CHEM8A · CHEM1 · CHEM3A · 1B · CHEM1A · CHEM1A1B · CHEM3B · CHEM1B · CHEM1AAND1B · 61 lifetime ratings

AI rating
33/100
RMP rating
2.5/5
Take again
54.55%
Difficulty
4.3

The decision

Take Karin Gruet only if you want rigorous chemistry preparation and can handle a heavy, fast-paced workload.

Best fit · Hardcore LearnerHeavy WorkloadFast LecturesTough GradingChemistry PreparationPolarizing Teaching
  • Most students describe a very heavy chemistry workload with , and quizzes.
  • Teaching reviews are sharply split, with some students praising deep preparation and many .
  • Getting a strong grade usually , and staying fully current.

Key questions

Four answers before you build your schedule.

Is this an easy A?

HardWork

32/100

An A is possible, but comments repeatedly , and sustained effort.

The online review gives no easy-A evidence, while major work.

Is the course easy?

Challenging

26/100

The chemistry content is described as fast, detailed, quiz-heavy, and difficult to follow.

The single online review describes difficult exams, and and fast pacing.

Is attendance flexible?

Mandatory

12/100

necessary and one says points were docked for missed class.

; the online review does not clearly prove an attendance policy.

Is this professor recommended?

Avoid

38/100

Recommendation is low because many students describe confusion, harsh standards, and overwhelming work despite some praise for preparation.

The online review is negative, while but lean risky for most students.

Course guide

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Grading

Harsh

22/100

Reviews often mention tough grading, no second chances, failed quizzes, and strict passing standards.

Format shift

Both formats show strictness, but .

Workload

Overwhelming

12/100

Students repeatedly describe lots of , and work that dominates their schedule.

Format shift

The online review mentions many papers and assignments, while in-person reviews provide extensive evidence of overwhelming workload.

Teaching experience

Poor

42/100

Some students praise her knowledge and preparation, but many , and not supportive enough.

Format shift

The online review is very negative, while evidence.

Assessment method

Balanced

58/100

Assessment , and practical assignments.

Format shift

The online review emphasizes exams and assignments, while , and finals.

Luni fit check

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Course format

Compare the in-person and online experience.

Classroom format

In person

49 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Hardcore Learner

strong students may learn a lot but many feel overwhelmed or unsupported.

Main concern

The workload, pace, and as harsh.

What students said

“She assigns A LOT of work so make sure you stay on top of that.”
CHEM1B
“She goes way too fast, .”
CHEM1A

Remote format

Online

1 reviews

Low confidence · Best fit for Self Taught Pro

The single online review is strongly negative and , and difficult exams.

Main concern

Students may need to teach themselves with little flexibility.

What students said

“Just pick a different teacher, three quarters of her students dropped her class and not passing any of .”
CHEM1B

Exam style

Know what to expect from exams and major assignments.

Reviews describe test-heavy courses with frequent quizzes and , but they do not clearly prove proctoring, webcam, open-book, or closed-book rules.

Frequent QuizzesTest HeavyHard ExamsNo Clear Online Proctoring Evidence

Assessment risk

Strict

28/100

Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.

In person

, and an , but do not clearly prove closed-book or proctoring rules.

Weekly QuizzesHard TestsACS Final
“failed most of the ”
CHEM3A
“the what was taught in class”
CHEM1B

Online

The but does not clearly prove webcam, proctoring, Lockdown Browser, open-book, or .

Test HeavyNo Clear Proctoring Evidence
“not passing any of ”
CHEM1B

Student evidence

See what students actually said.

Top student voice

“Dr. G's class was so frustrating at the time, but honestly It prepared me so well for my future analytical chem classes and gave me a gen chem foundation stronger then other students.”

Voice snapshots generated from 50 reviews, highlighting key themes in , and . Credibility rating: High.

🎯 Teaching Quality

42/100

“Ms. G knows her stuff but she can be difficult to follow.”

📚 Workload Pressure

12/100

“Plan on 75% of your HW time doing work for her class.”

⚖️

22/100

“She does not give you second chances or allow make ups.”

Theme 1

👨‍🏫 About Teaching Style

  • The lectures were absolutely incredible, and .
  • She goes way too fast, .
  • Ms. G knows her stuff but she can be difficult to follow.

Theme 2

📈 About Difficulty and Grades

  • Its hard and you would have to be dedicated to get an A.
  • I worked hard for both my A's.
  • You must put in the time in order to pass the class

Theme 3

📚 About Workload

  • There are and pre class assignments that a student will be overwhelmed.
  • She assigns A LOT of work so make sure you stay on top of that.
  • this teacher will BURY you in her work, its wayy too much.

Data context

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Analysis sample

50

Recent reviews read by the AI

61

Lifetime ratings

91/100

Evidence confidence

Credibility is high because 50 reviews span many years and consistently describe heavy workload, high difficulty, and polarized teaching.

Inside 50 stored ratings

Quality ratings

5 out of 59
4 out of 510
3 out of 510
2 out of 512
1 out of 520

Course coverage

CHEM1B17 reviews
CHEM1A13 reviews
CHEM3A8 reviews
CHEM1A1B5 reviews
1B1 review
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CHEM1AAND1B1 review
CHEM3B1 review
CHEM8A1 review

Reported outcomes

A range results lead the reported letter grades.

15 reported outcomes

A range

5

A+ 2 · A 1 · A- 2

B range

4

B+ 3 · B- 1

C range

2

C+ 1 · C- 1

D range

2

D+ 1 · D 1

F

1

F 1

No letter grade reported

1

Not sure yet 1