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“Professor Dowlah is a really nice professor”
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He is a nice professor but he english is very hard to understand and his hand writing is poor when it comes to reading his notes
GOOD TEACHER.
you can tell he loves all aspects of economics, has written books, speaks at seminars, etc-but i think he forgets that he needs to go at a slower pace for a class of 40 students.you must learn to jot down good notes - esp. those about mathematical calculations(ask questions about these)its on exams
He's a little hard to understand. He's really nice , but he'll pass you if you show him that your trying to pass. DO the homework, if eveything is wrong oh well, to him you tried he'll give you points anyway.
he is nice professor
No offense to his PHD but you need to know good English to be able to teach, esp Economics. I did not learn anything from his class, did not make me interested in his course.
This is not a good professor at all. Although he has accomplished a lot during his career as an enonomist, he simply cannot teach. Definately look elsewhere.
This professor is agreat professor. Even if you fail all his test he will still pass you with good grade. You just have to do the homework and do the class particiaption if you are taking online class. Easy B
I took this professor as for an online course...He is not that bad...you just have to make sure to read the lecture notes...he gives 3 HWs per semester but it is alot of work. His tests are pretty difficult also...it is very tricky
Wow!! My head is a spin. I have his class online and all I can say is wow! His lectures are not well written and do not thoroughly explain the concepts from the related chapter. His wording in the exams is god aweful and leave me questioning my own ability to speak English. I say ONLY AS A LAST RESORT!!!
His class online is alotttttttt of work....His tests are also really hard...im not sure about in school course though
I took the online class and it was hard as h***. The professor decides to "leave" for the weekend while we're stuck trying to interpret the material on our own. Barely learned anything from this professor. I'm a straight A student who pulled a C+ in this class...
This guy needs help with his english man u cant understand what he's saying then how u gonn understand the material he's teaching......and his tests are hard and dont buy the book he doesnt even use it.....
THE PROFFESOR IS NOT EVEN THAT HARD.He is very good. In the class i learned many new things and had a good experience. 3 homeworks in the semester is not even that bad. Students are just lazy.
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Easy class in school....just read slides...don't buy his book that he wrote..never used it..just slides on blackboard.
Don't take this online class to waste ur $. The worst professor I've ever seen.No good with his English,must improve more otherwise no one will understand.He's an unfair professor, u'll never get an A in his class even though u tried so hard to fulfill everything just like me.Taught me nothing, won't answer Qs if it's 2 difficult.Always not around.
great professor! easy class. only 2 homeworks for the semester. homeworks make tests eay. however, he never uses the text book.
Prof Dowlah is great.He uses slides and explain whats on the slides.Hes very clear.Two homeworks for the entire semester is not bad at all.He basically gives everyone an "A" for their homeworks.His tests are all multiple choice and he gives curves.Take him you wount regret it.
He is very good econimist, but he isn't so great professor. He doesn't care about your effort. He has his points for exams and homeworks and that's it. I regret I took his class.
His exams are difficult, but if you participate and show you care he will a better grade than expected.
1 Midterm 1 Final. He doesn't cover topics that were on the midterm in his final. One of the most intuitive and down to earth professors I have known. Dont buy the book. You don't need it.
Did micro as a online. tuff as hell! but there were times when blackboard was down so that bought you a little time. YOU WILL NEED THE BOOK TO POST ON THE BOARD. His slides will not be enough. 2 midterms and lots of homework. do not do online if you have never done macro inclass room or vice versa. some principles are repeat. some will confuse the
Very easy class does not give a lot of work. Only 3 homeworks for the whole class and 3 test with the final included. He also drops the lowest grade of the three.The only bad thing about this professor is it might be hard to understand him.
Not a good professor. You can't understand what he saids. His language interferes with English. He can't speak English well.
the only problem i faced was his speaking skill. im still confuse how did he clear the speech test. very helpful gives you grades more than you deserve and only 2 home work. that was an amezing class but some times skips the things then ask them in the final... so be prepared for them also...
Rude and un-attentive, he doesnt want to help you- just writes comments and gives notes doesnt reply to emails in time, and doesnt address your questions. My personal Worst expirience at QCC.
He gave my friend a C- for submiting her final home work 44 minutes late. Never take his online class, his school class might be better and his handout were missing most of the questions on his homework. You will have to teach yourself the course.
NEVER TAKE THIS ONLINE CLASS, YOU WILL HAVE TO TECH YOURSELF THE COURSE.
OMG THE WORSE PROFESSOR/TEACHER I HAVE EVER HAD. FINAL EXAM WAS EXTREMELY UNORGANIZED AND NOT ENOUGH TIME FOR 50 QUESTIONS AND MANY OF WHICH REQUIRE CALCULATIONS. HE DOES NOT EVEN DESERVE THE TITLE PROFESSOR! CANNOT BELIEVE THAT QCC ALLOWS SUCH A HORRIBLE TEACHER TO TEACH. HW ASSN. UNORGANIZED AS WELL. MAYBE WE SHOULD ALL COMPLAIN 2 S.S DEPT
He was the worst. I took his online class and it was the worst experience ever. I submited my homework via email. 2days later i asked he received it he said he couldn't read it. He was no help.
I'm a 4.0 student. I received a C. I had the highest grade on the Midterm - 83%. The avg. score was 60%. He does not give curves. His Final was like reading a foreign language. It was the first time in my life that I didn't have enough time to complete an exam. He critisizes people's grammar when his is quite poor as well.(I'm a published editor.)
do not take this professor if you want to keep your gpa high. HORRIBLE
ughh. i had a great gpa until this teacher came along. He's a charming fellow don't get me wrong, but you think you're doing fine until you see your final grade.
If your serious about your education, this is the professor for you. If not, don't waste his nor your time. You can gain a lot of practical knowledge applicable to everyday life from Dr. D. but you have to be focused and disciplined to realize it. He sprinkles his lectures with a good sense of humor which makes the class enjoyable. 2 Thumbs up!!!
The material itself is class, i didn't get the text book it is not mandatory, but the people who did get the text book did better on the test, helps understand concepts. Attendance does not count a lot, your grade is based on how well you do on the exams. The power points are different from the textbook, you do have to put one and two together.
(micro and macro) First let me start by saying that I'm not rating his character. As a person he is very nice. His teaching skills on the other hand, not so much. He has a heavy Indian accent so you have to pay close attention. Do not expect to get an A. I was lucky to get a B while most failed miserably. Plus side, he doesn't require the book. GL!
He's a really nice person, but if you're not into Economics then please try not to take him. Although he's a great economist, his teaching skills don't par. His tests are really hard and you'll last a day and a half attempting to do his homeworks. You don't need the textbook, by the way.
TOUGH course. Do not take his class if you want to keep a high GPA. I am a 4.0 GPA student and I struggled immensley in this class. The structure of the course and the exams were almost incomprehensable. Dr. Dowlah is an extremely smart and intellectual man; just not a good teacher.In my opinion he is not good at simpliging concepts. Beware.
TOUGH course. Do not take his class if you want to keep a high GPA. I am a 4.0 GPA student and I struggled immensley in this class. The structure of the course and the exams were almost incomprehensable. Dr. Dowlah is an extremely smart and intellectual man; just not a good teacher.In my opinion he is not good at simplifying concepts. Beware.
He's really helpful and friendly!
I loved his class & earned my A- easily. Only three homework assignments per semester & the exams were straight from his notes. he uses powerpoint for his lectures & is very thought provoking. People that find him hard or difficult to understand in my opinion are small minded. Thinking is always good and his class will definitely cause you to think
He knows his material buuut works a lot with power-points that he uploads to blackboard. The book is completely useless, don't even bother getting it. Not fair when it comes to grades. I got low scores on tests but never failed one and he gave me an F. Dont take it at least you dont have another choice. (and his English is hard to understand)
Very hard to understand. Do not take this teacher if u want to pass.
Professor Dollah is no game when it comes to economics. From his class you get a better understanding of how government and monetary polices effects the economy. His class is very challenging but, if you want an easy A, this is not the class for you.
He is a very responsible person and explains the concept very clearly and systemically. Following his rule and suggestion, you will get a very compentent return on his class
He is nice and has a sense of humor. No need to buy the textbook, used powerpoint for lectures. 2 assignments worth 50points each, do them because they are basically study guides for midterm and final. Ask questions, get points for participation. If you study, you will do well but pay attention. He does not reward for laziness.
Professor Dowlah is the worst professor i have gotten going to QCC, his tests don't match what he is explaining in the lectures. If you want a high GDP don't take his class. I really enjoy his lectures because he makes funny jokes but thats all i like about him. He tells us not to buy the textbook, I completely recommend buying it!!!
Professor Dowlah is the toughest professor i have encountered going to QCC, I'm very good student and have a great GPA and completely regret not looking at the reviews people gave him. All his exams which are only TWO aren't what he explains in class. Don't take this class, he's the worst. Our class average was literally a 60
THERE ARE 2 TIMED TESTS. THEY BOTH HAVE SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONA AND MULTIPLE CHOICE. IF YOU DON'T ANSWER ALL OF THE QUESTIONS YOU WILL NOT DO WELL IN THE COURSE
good professor but just extremely hard tests...the final was impossible!
Very hard tests for an intro class! Professor Dowlah expects a lot out of his students.
He tells you to take notes and then erases the board. He has a accent and cannot teach, seriously.
I get the feeling that he thinks students are at the same level and speak his "Economist" language and thats not the case because he is suppose to teach. The test are very hard and confusing so is the hw. It requires a lot of critical thinking that most students are not ready for.
no , just no. dont do it to yourself
He is such a difficult professor. I literally took his class twice. Second time because I really needed that credit and all other classes were full besides his (i wonder whyyy). I thought the second time it would be easier. No. You dont know what hes saying more than half the time. Tests are hard & he expects too much as well. Save yourselves.
This professor can be your worst nightmare come true. Luckily i was able to get through the class with a decent grade but MAJORITY of the students fail badly. He is very knowledgeable in the field of economics but his teachings is a different story. Simply a hard class and it requires a good amount of time and effort to get through it.
Do not take this bums class He does't teach anything and when he does its rare but erases the board immediately cause he doesn't want u too pass He has a native degree .Talk about standards you can hardly hear a word he says he mumbles .and always wears a hat that I want to rip off and throw it in the trash
Don't take professor's class he wants most people to fail has no heart and gives 2 midterms one before the break abd obe after the withdrawal period than a final right after so he obviously wants you to fail
He won't stop his lecture for anyone. He cares more about finishing his lectures than you understanding it. He rushes through his lectures if he has to. He made us buy a horrible book, the book is so confusing.
He won't stop his lectures for anyone, you would have to ask any questions during break. He will rush his lectures if he has to. He made us get a textbook that was unclear & confusing. I don't really recommend him to anyone.
First things first don't ever take his class and if you do most likely all the better speaking professors are taking I been there and it's not fair. He talks really fast and hard to understand. You have to yourself at home google everything and read a lot of books because he doesn't teach a thing which I call LAZY. He shouldn't teaching period.
Very good teacher--one of the best in my life. Perhaps students who failed or are not good at all, are posting bad comments about the professor.
I took the the class in Spring 2015, it was a three-hour class, There weere 90 students. Prrof Dowlah was great professor. He knows about world economy and his lecture was great. He used PowerPoint slides and also explained everything on Blackboard. He is probably the best professor in the college.
Dr. Dowlah is a great professor, great scholar. Every word will stimulate you. If you want to learn something take his class. If you don't want to learn, and want an easy class, this is not your class. I am glad that I took his class.
He is an excellent professor. He is always punctual, and always well-prepared. he encourages class participation, and his fair grader.
Guys! Be very careful with this guy!! He is a very very difficult professor and he fails people and gives no second chances. If he sees something he doesn't like, thats it! Its over!! Worst professor i have ever had !!!!!! Honestly!! I never write these kind of things, but he messed up my GPA so bad!! So so bad!!!!! CAREFUL !!!!!
I liked his lectures. His lectures are very stimulating and practical. He is always punctual--uses every minute of the class very efficiently. He is also most knowledgeable--you can ask questions on any thing.
I took macro class with Dr. Dowlah in Spring semester 2015. I got an A. I thoughtI will get A-. I think he goes extra miles to help good students. If you are a good student youwill like his class. He is very fair, and always willing to elp students. If you are not good student, looking for easy grade, he is not for you.
Sit in the front of the class, ask for help, pay attention. He's very knowledgable on the subject. Economics is no joke. It will be a lot harder than you expect, but as long as you go home after every class and go over the material you will be fine. You will not get a good grade from just going to the lecture without studying. STUDY & youll get it.
He is a great scholar. and a great professor. If you want to learn something for life, take his class. I see many said bad things about him, perhaps these students failed in his class. Good students should rate this professor more for balancing the rating.
It was fun to take his online class. His syllabus explains everything in great details. He alway s answers questions promptly, and he is always helpful. His lectures are excellent. i had no complaints. You will be happy to take his class. Just work little hard. This is Economics, not history, class.
Professor Dowlah is great. His lecture is amazing and he really teaches you a lot of things. It's true that he has accent, but I'm an ESL student and I can understand him. He gives extra credit and very helpful. He has a great knowledge. If you want to learn something, take his class. I think he is the best professor in our college.
Dr. Dowlah is a great professor. I enjoyed his class very much. You have to study to get a good grade. He is fair, and most importantly, a great scholar.
Avoid Avoid Avoid!!!! i came in the class with a 3.5 gpa and he dropped it significantly i also suspect most of the good posts about him here are fake theres no way anyone would give dowlah any higher than a 3 in easiness.
He is just excellent professor--always helpful. He knows the subject--and he tries hard to explain the materials. He wants everybody in the clsss to know the subject. He is a great scholar,
Just the best professor you can have in this college. Take his class, you will learn something that you will never forget. Don't fall for professors who give you easy grade. Take one class, this one, if you want learn something.
Do well on the test and do homework. U should be fine. I found that studying from the text book makes it easier to pass the test, rather than just studying notes. I'd probably ignore his personal comments on politics and religion. Can be offensive at times, but if u have tough skin n focus on the school work alone. You'll do well.
Professor Dowlah is the best--his lectures are stimulating. He knows economics of the world. Homeworks are good. If uou do homework good, you will do good in the exams. Take his class, if you want to learn something in life. If you work hard, you will get good grades.
This is the best teacher I had in this colege. Dr. Dowlah is always punctual--comes to the class in time. His lectures are the best. Also, his powerpoint slides are available on Blackboard--you can read those at any time. Quizzes are announced a week before. No surprises--always clear about grades and scores. This is the best professor.
very unclear has a heavy accent quizzes are hard
He is a good teacher as he explains the material well and will help you if asked. He gives three quizzes and drops the lowest, two homeworks, and two exams which are the midterm and the final. He also has strong opinions you will likely disagree with but the more work you put into class, the more likely you"ll do well.
worst professor ever!!!!! hard pop quizzes and homework DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS wouldn't be surprised if he wrote all the good reviews.
Tests are tough in his c lass, but I took two classes with Dr. Dowlah, and got As. I know some students are saying bad things about him. If you work hard, this is a very good professor. If you are a balm, he is not. Instead of blaming him why not look for a easy grader. There are many professors in the college.
I would say Professor Dowlah is a very god professor. He is a real gentleman, and he cares about hard work. If you work hard, you will be rewarded. He is not very easy professor, however. you have to work hard.
I do not recommend this man at all. We had a homework for each class, a midterm and a final. His review which is calls "tips" for exams was only key terms and you'll see questions on the exam that he didn't even put on the review sheet. His exams are very tricky. By the way, he doesn't believe in extra credit.
He is very funny and direct, so if you like realistic sarcasm your going to love him. I got an A by making flashcards of all the terms and equations. Go through your notes and you will do very well. I did hear that may people did not do well, i guess they did not review their notes. He is straight forward
He's by far the worst professor I have ever taken in QCC. He doesn't care about his students, he doesn't even like teaching. He hates when you ask too many questions, he'll call you out and tell you to save your question for after class.
He's not a great professor, he adds stuff to the exam that he doesn't put on the review. I recommend to get a text book and study, study your notes as well, he does not explain the material well.
I barely attended class and received a grade I'm very satisfied with. However I honestly don't believe he is that good of a professor I only passed by getting tutored by another Economics Professor from Hostess College.
Excellent Professor and provides REAL LIFE scenarios. Some may not get his jokes because he is very direct with sarcasm on how presidents destroyed the economy at the same time teaches the fundamentals in how economy is easily correctable without corruption. I would definately takes his other classes as he is full of knowledge and tests are easy
I heard not so good comments about the professor. But I always found him very helpful, he gave me extra time to explain things after the class, and in his office. He knows the subject very well, he is good scholar. My grade was not good, because I was working hard for other classes. I think you should take his class, if you want to learn better.
He is good professor if you are good student, but demands good work and regular class attendance .
he is really difficult to understand and the work he gives is very confusing and I am hard working student. I have to do a lot of my studying outside to understand
He's a very rude teacher. He feels as if he knows everything and he uses the same tests and powerpoints for years. He barely updates any of his teaching. Complete no from me.
Professor Dowlah is a nice guy, but terrible professor. His lectures are so hard to understand because of his thick accent. His tests are difficult and whatever he teaches doesn't seem to be on the test. He only gives two homeworks and a midterm and final, so it is hard to pass this class. Do not take his class, it isn't worth it.
Has an accent that is not understandable. Cut the syllabus short mid semester. Went from 3 exams and 3 homeworks to one exam and a final and two homeworks and raised the worth of the assignments. Makes homework extremely hard. Answers cannot be found on PowerPoint nor google. DONT TAKE THIS PROF!!
Prof. Dowlah is a good teacher. he expects students to understand everything in the class. I am taking Micro with him--it is hard to pass the class without atttending the class regularly. If you don't want to attend classes regualrly, try to take class with others.
Thick accent which makes it hard to understand but i must admit i could've studied more
Dr. Dowlah is a good professor. But he makes you work hard. not easy class.
I think you have to work hard in this class, more than other classes. Dr. Dowlah is a good professor, bt makes you work hard.
He is a horrible professor, he doesn't give any homework so you have to show up to every class and listen to everything he says. He gets angry quick and will call cuny police to get you out the class if he feels that you disrespected him, do not try to explain things to other students while in class because he will violate you.
Horrible. Study all on your own, read the book, do whatever you can to grasp the course. I can't even tell you what I've learned. I couldn't understand his lectures due to his accent.
Those students who fail in the class, they always say bad things about professors. Don't listen to them. I took two classes with Prof. Dowlah--he is a nice gentleman, and if you work hard, you will get good grade. He is very, very neutral, and very very friendly.
If you want to study economics take this professor's class.
We all have our own opinions. I did not enjoy this professor or how he decided to teach the class. He talked the whole time and never gave any extra credit, even though it was obvious the whole class needed it. Whose fault really is it when more than half the class fails the test? With all do respect, if you want to challenge yourself, take him.
Professor Dowlah is really a nice professor. He cares a lot about students. Before an exam, he would give homework of exactly what will be on the test and will also give tips on what to study. Not a tough grader either.
Literally the worst professor Ive ever encountered in my life. Has a horrible accent and doesnt go by his own syllabus. Shorted the syllabus to one midterm and a final and two homeworks. The most hardest homeworks ever. Google cant even help you a bit. Do yourself a huge favor and dont take his class!
Professor Dowlah is a really nice professor. He takes his time when lecturing and would explain each topic to capacity. He also gives a review of how to study for his exams, and homework is exactly what will be on the test. I would definitely recommend and take this professor again. NOT A TOUGH GRADER EITHER!!!
Prof. Dowlah is well respected and is very educated in his field. You have to show up class and complete the assigned coursework, otherwise, you will fall too far behind. He gives quizzes that are closely related to the midterm and final exam. Study well and practice the concepts taught throughout the semester and you should be fine.
Teaches in a way that really allows you to retain the new information.
Horrible! tough to understand, can be rude, his tests are difficult
Class Info
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Attendance Mandatory
98%
Textbook Required
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