Dr. Lai-Xi Wang

UMD University of Maryland, College Park Spring 2026

Gain insight on popular concepts Dr. Wang most likely tests on his exams. Contact me for 1-on-1 tutoring now to learn new study strategies, access one-of-a-kind resources, and learn hundreds of tips and tricks to help you ace your exams and homework in CHEM 237, CHEM 241 and CHEM 247!

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Dr. Wang's Exam Style

Dr. Wang is not a “fancy professor.” Meaning that he is a creature of habit, does not assign unnecessary homeworks, and sticks to the same mechanisms/reactions on midterms 1, 2, and 3 each semester. However, since Covid happened, his format could change in Fall 2021.
Most orgo exams are designed for students to finish or answer accurately, but not BOTH at the same time.
His exams always contain a Wittig Mechanism and Intramolecular Claisen which tend to be worth a lot of points. The reason why I can state this online is because it’s seared into my memory from my tutoring experience with students in his class. Tutor 1-on-1 with me to find out which other reactions he favors!
Dr. Wang provides one practice exam for his students to study, but no past actual exams. Tutor with me for access to 3.5 semester's worth of Dr. Wang’s exams and explanations dating back to 2017 when he started teaching CHEM 237, CHEM 241 and CHEM 247 to prepare you for the midterms and final.

CHEM 237, CHEM 241 and CHEM 247 Points Breakdown

    • Where Do These Stats Come From?

    My grading estimates are based on actual exam/final averages and curves cutoffs from the most recent semester he taught CHEM 237, CHEM 241 and CHEM 247. This info is coming soon in June 2021, or tutor with me today for faster access!

      Drop Rates

    14.85% Drop Rate.

      Exam Averages

    Exam 1: 107.7 / Exam 2: 112.6 / Exam 3: 100.1 / Final: 170.8

      Exam Points

    Midterms 1, 2 & 3: 150 Points Each / Final: 250 Points

      Clicker Points

    Must be done during lecture. 6 points per lecture.

      Homework

    None.


  • Study Tips for CHEM 237, CHEM 241 and CHEM 247 Exams

    Keep Going

    Re-do a problem 5 times - this helps cement your knowledge, and recall it under high pressure testing environment.

    Ask Questions

    Be bold and ask direct questions when you're stuck - there's value in wrong answers so you can recognize and avoid them.

    Get Help Early

    Work with a tutor, find a study group, or talk to your professor if you get stuck.

    Why Tutor with Me for Dr. Wang's CHEM 237, CHEM 241 and CHEM 247?

    • Supplemental Learning- Dr. Wang has a thick accent, which can make [[her/him//them]] hard to understand sometimes. As long as students make the effort to keep up with the textbook they’ll understand what he is trying to say and I'll help facilitate that learning.

      Learn to Sound Smart with Your Professor - Learn how to shine among your peers by visiting office hours often with "smart" questions ready in hand - I'll teach you how and what questions to ask and get the most out of 1-on-1 face time during professor office hours.

      Learn The Source of Exam Questions - Learn where Dr. Wang sources his exam and homework questions. ~50% of professors do not make their own exam questions.

      Focus on What's "Actually" Tested - I emphasize topics that I know have been historically tested on in your class during our sessions. I'll reinforce really important subjects that you'll need to know to pass your exams and get your desired grade.