Dr. Lyle Isaacs
UMD University of Maryland, College Park Summer 2025
Contact me for tutoring right now, and you'll learn the best strategies for Dr. Isaacs's notoriously difficult exams, which resources to use while studying, and help you build confidence with CHEM 241's material.
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Dr. Isaacs's Exam Style
CHEM 241 Points Breakdown
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Where Do These Stats Come From?
My stats are based on actual exam/final averages and curves cutoffs from the most recent semester he taught CHEM 241.
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Drop Rates
10.79% Drop Rate.
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Exam Points
Midterms: 3 x 150 Points (450 Points) / Final: 300 Points
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Clicker Points
100 Points
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Bonus Points
None.
Study Tips for CHEM 241 Exams
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.
Don’t Cram
Plan ahead at least 2 weeks. Study by chapter so you absorb in digestible chunks.
Practice Old Exams
Execute on old exams. Even if you get the wrong answer, you'll learn from your mistakes faster.
Why Tutor with Me for Dr. Isaacs's CHEM 241?
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.
Access To Joy's Extensive Resources - Get access to my entire exam key collection and homework keys for Dr. Isaacs.
Study the Right Resources - 2 curriculum switches occurred within UMD's chemistry department within the last 5 years. Past exams may not be relevant to your current exam, so you'll have to be careful. Tutor with me to gain knowledge in HOW to study for Dr. Isaacs CHEM 241 exams, and avoid wasting time focusing on the wrong material.
Tech Savvy Tutor - I know the ins and outs of online meeting software, like Zoom, Webex, and Join.me. I'll easily fix your tech issues as well to ensure our session runs smoothly.
