3.9
Quality3.4
Difficulty84%
Would Retake101
Reviews84%
Would Retake
101
Reviews
Rating DistributionOfficial
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What Students Say
“Not worth to take him”
ECO2013 - 1.0 rating“Tests are confusing (multiple choice)”
ECO2013 - 2.0 ratingClass Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
87%
Textbook Required
50%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
B+
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Improving
+0.76 avg changeRatings by Course
ECO2023
4.2
(29)ECO2013
3.9
(71)ECO2020
2.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
ECO2020
4.0
ECO2013
3.4
ECO2023
3.3
Reviews (101)
Good teacher. Plenty of extra credit and bends over backwards for the students..
word of advice....dont take this professor!!!!
Do not take this professor. I could barely understand him, he has the thickest jamaican accent. He wouldn't teach, he would literally say word for word what was in the book. very few people would even past his tests.not a soul in that class would understand him nor his tests. DONT DO IT!!
test are very confusing, i felt like none of the stuff he said in class was on the test. all he does is read the powerpoints, half the class is failing. you have to study on your own and dont brother using the powerpoints he gives. the book is needed otherwise your outta luck. find a better teacher.
Not a good prof, his tests are very confusing, you need to study on your own, no reviews, he basically talks and talks and talks from his "presentations" not clearly understandable accent, I dont recommend him. There better Economics teachers out there. Thank god I got a C.
I do not advise. very hard and confusing class.Failed all tests look for a better teacher.
Excellent teacher. Very straight forward tests. I don't understand why many students do poorly.
Tests are confusing (multiple choice). Tries to trick you on wording and technicalities. Theory oriented. No real life or practical application.
He is a good teacher very nice. He gives articles review assignments they really help!!!!
A very helpful professor. He prepares you for the tests and responds quickly to emails. When he teach a topic, he gives an example in the US economy which helps us to learn. Will take him for micro
I took his ECO 2013 class and found this teacher to be professional,polite,thorough,no- nonsense, but fair. He spends time to explain, he uses relevant and practical examples to help us understand. His tests are straightforward and he does in-depth revisions before each test. I think he knows his material.
Brilliant teacher, he peaked my interest in Economics. Now I am an Economics major. Thanks to him. He also gave me quite a few tips on grammar and writing through his helpful comments on my article reviews.
Cool dude. Loved his examples. His examples helped me to better understand the topics. We did our research on topics during class time. Overall, I like his style. Do your article reviews,attend classes and read and you will be fine.
Very interesting class, learn a lot. He expects you to read the material, but if you study, you'll be fine. The article reviews he makes us do are very helpful, they help to bring the real world to the theory. Loved it
Taught me ECO 2023.I recommended his class to my brother, but he was not teaching it that semester, he was only teaching ECO 2013. He is good teacher, responds promptly to his e-mails. One of the few adjuncts who are always available to talk with students before class starts.
DO NOT TAKE HIM, half the class dropped his class, the tests are very hard, all he does is writing on the board what is on the textbook, he never explains... worst professor ever
Very exciting class learned things that explain what is happening in the country
Enjoyed this class and learn a lot
Good professor, knows the subject very well. Subject can be a little boring but he presents real life examples that help you understand the material. Must READ the book & STUDY to do well on tests, they are a little tricky. 3 tests & final, 3 article reviews, 4th one for extra credit. Does not make your life harder or easier. I liked him.
Lecture notes are not enough to prepare for the test. You have to read the chapters. No math or actual graphing in tests, but you still need to know the graphs in order to answer some questions. Homework is very challenging. He will answer any questions you have in class and does give tips on where to focus for tests.
Hes boring af. All he does is read straight from the book, tests are tricky. Do the homework and writtings assignments, will help. Read the chapters. Dont take him
Test are very tricky. Do extra credit article, they help. Had a B as a final grade and ended up with an A.
I enjoyed the class, the examples he gave help me to understand the material. I would take him again
It was a miracle I passed this class. The professor is super chill but not very good a teaching. If your good at economics you'll pass if not make friends and study hard. The test are complicated but are multiple choice. There's so much homework and most are short answer, don't wait last minute. He assigns 4 article reviews, which is the only easyA
I enjoyed the class. The professor respond to questions and emails. The tests make you think but can be done. I would take him again
Enjoy the class and learn a lot. I would recommend this professor
I enjoyed this class. I was not a fan of economics because I think its hard. I did it and I am glad I did. I learn a lot
I find him to be an excellent teacher. Lectures often run long and become monotonous but it doesn't stop you from excelling whatsoever. His presentations are a great review of the book. I took Summer B and felt that I learned an exceptional amount in the short 6 weeks. I highly recommend him.
Economics is not an easy course but this professor is very helpful. I would take him again
Very bad, assumes you know everything and doesn't explain it. Basically reads off powerpoints. Also speaks in a monotone voice which could drive you crazy. Don't take unless you know what you are doing.
Professor Smith is horrible!!! DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS!!!! This teacher has a heavy accent and you won't be able to understand him at all. He is boring and reads off of PowerPoint slides. Nobody passed with an A. He doesn't give extra credit and he's extremely rude! He told me to get myself a Economics Tutor! Don't take your chances with him!
This professor is very helpful. He has office hours and he help to explain the work. I had to read a lot but the class was enjoyable and the article reviews make me understand better what is happening in the economy. I would take him for micro
I enjoy this class. The professor knows the material and I learned a lot.
He goes exactly as the book so it was easy to follow. Reading the notes he gives and the book and it is a sure pass. Three multiple choice mini test and a final with three article reviews and another one for extra credit. I enjoyed the class and would take him again
Very helpful professor. Encourage us to read and the article reviews make me learn what was happening in the economy like how the Feds is going to raise interest rates. I enjoyed the class and may take him again
good professor +explain well +good powerpoint notes for us to write down. Note: he is boring tho when he lecutres; very montune. he gives a lot of hw!!! but the hw is useful. prepare yourself there are 3 writing assignments that you must pass or otherwise fail. and expect a final exam.
The class was very good. I was surprise about the many things I learn. Had to read a lot but it was ok
Enjoyed the class. Lots of work but in the end it was worth it
Nice class. Lots of reading though but its ok
Horrible professor I suggest not taking him at ALL. He give lots of homework! He does not show you the exams to see the areas you need to improve. Not a helpful professor!
He is a great professor giving lectures because reads it straight from his power point. The quizzes are application problems made to help you fail. His homework is timed, so it doesn't help your grade. He does not provide curves. I do not suggest taking his class.
Enjoy the class. Read the notes from the lectures and practice the online work and you will e fine.
Hes a nice professor however if youre not smart and diligent with studying, and doing your readings you probably wont pass. Tests are extremely hard. Homework is extremely hard and excessive. If it wasnt for the article reviews and the extra credit test I dont think I wouldve passed.
You just have to read pay attention to his lectures. Its not an easy class but he is a great professor at explaining his lecture. Again make sure study he has 4 quizzes and 3 writing assignments. If you study and show dedication you will pass the class.
I don't know why anyone has given this professor a bad review. Class was super easy, online assignments suck but are manageable. He has 3 tests that are all multiple choice like 20 questions or less. Obviously study it's not hard. Lectures are super boring, just read the powerpoints on your own. Current event reports are super easy.
TOO much online homework that is not related to the course material discussed in class. I thinks too much work personally but not ike extremely crazy just very tedious time consuming and annoying and you'll teach yourself in order to pass the homework. Kinds rude when you don't get something
Professor Smith is awesome! He is really down to earth and his lectures are fun if you keep up with the material. DO THE HOMEWORK! You will pass if you keep up with the homework. Did I stress that you NEED TO DO THE HOMEWORK :)?
Not a bad class but you have to read. The online homework take up a lot of time so be ready. Three test and a final which are multiple choice
Professor Smith is a very good professor, you need to do the homework and test. I like him, i took al economics classes with him. Very recommended
He is a respected professor, very laid back and if you do bad in your tests or article reviews, he let's you make it up. He will do anything to make you pass. Very friendly and loves to talk about his actual experience as an economist. Food for thought kinda class. He's cool :)
Not a very hard class. You need to read the material. He spend lots of time to explain if you ask and he goes at a slow speed. I enjoyed it
He is awful. Not worth to take him! A waste of every bodys time. Yeah his test are easy but as a professor he sucks! Doesnt care about your grade. Gives hw that doesnt even make sense and it is long! Believe me it takes a lot of time! If youre a science, engineering or any DIFFICULT MAJOR do not take him! A waste of time!
Very nice class. I learn a lot about the economy and now understand about the Federal Reserves
Not an easy course but it is very interesting and I studied and it was all good.
Great Professor. Calm and clear.
Very interesting class. Not easy. but with reading it is easy to pass
He gives great examples, makes you appreciate the subject.
He is very helpful and clear in his explanations. He is always available by email and for consultations. I like his teaching style.
Awesome. Quiet and clear. Cool dude!
Where can I begin, get ready to be bored out of your mind. If youre looking for an understanding and helpful professor this is not the one for you. He selectively answers emails and never answers the actual question. No extra credit, only Professor in dade that requires 10 hours of lab. BEWARE!!!
I wont take this professor again, lectures are boring, all the work was online because I took this class blended and the grading system in the cengage software wasnt right, I passed with a C. Test are hard and lectures are long and boring. I didnt learn anything.
This semester was my second time taking this professor (macro, now micro). It is lecture heavy but there is no other way to learn economics without some examples on the board. I didnt mind the 10 lab hours because it is a blended class and personally, I can barely focus at home. He is funny and caring, no extra credit but study and you will pass.
Prof Smith did a lot to make the semester better. The work is not easy but he always provide good feedback and i really learned a lot
Professor Smith was very patient and helpful for this remote class. It was a hard semester but he helped me a lot and I was able to do well
This course is tough but this professor is very helpful if he see that you are trying
The course was challenging but is ok. Prof Smith explained a lot and was very helpful
I did this 8 weeks class by remote. It was a challenge but the professor was very helpful. He even postpone the test to give us more time to study. I would definitely take him again
A hard course but he gives good help. I would take him again
All assignments are based on cengage make sure you get it, lots of homework and tests are a bit difficult so study.
The course is not very hard but there is a lot of homework. Had to study a lot but it was ok
Had to read a lot but this is college so it was not bad in the end
Homework is a lot and need time. I enjoy it
Well, this course in not a simple course. lots of reading and lots of homework. the professor explain the material though and gives good examples. that is what made the course great.
Its not an easy course buy he will help you everytime
The course is not easy but I learn many new things. I will take his other course
Professor Smith was well respected. Don't forget to do your homework on Cengage; recommend every week. The lectures were interesting but long and was overall a great course! I would take it again.
Very good lectures. You can see what he is saying in real world
This professor knows his stuff. I think if he sees that you are trying he will help you a lot. He always spend time to answer questions when we ask. But he doesn't give extra credi
I am not good at Math but this professor helped me all the way. I was able to meet with him during his office hours which help a lot
I did both ECO2013 and ECO2023 with this professor. He doesnt give anything free but if you read the chapters and practice the Cengage assignments you should do well. Did I say practice the Cengage assignments?
WOW!! he is an OUTSTANDING Professor, for those that ACTUALLY want to learn this is your guy. His lectures are fantastic, he explains things clearly. There are three Mini Test's via Lockdown Browser, Three Essay's on Cengage, and a Lockdown Browser Final. Pay attnetion in class, STUDY A LOT FOR THE TEST'S and you should be good.
Outstanding Instructor.
You will need to read the book and practice the online assignment. The lectures are very good. dont miss the lectures. He answers all questions. You can stop him anytime to ask a question.
I am baffled to see so many good reviews for this professor. But if I could tell past me to avoid taking him I would do it in a heartbeat. He is VERY distant and leaves sooo much hw. His lectures consist solely on him reading a power point that's not even available for students and doing so much hw and so many quizzes. AVOID HIM!
The course was a challenge but I enjoy it. He made me see how economics is important for the company I work with. I will take him for the other economics course
Good professor but you have to work hard to get the best grade
He is very good when he explain the material. He allows us to ask many questions
This professor gives very good feedback. You can ask as many questions you have during class. He is willing to answer. Read the text book and do the online assignments.
You need to read. He is fair. He will not expect lame excuses. Very punctual, clear in the class expectations. Takes his time to explain. Give Practical examples. Allows for questions.
He cares about his students. He takes the time to explain and is very fair.
This professor was very good at explaining the material. Tests are ok. All done in Canvas. Read the chapters and practice the online assignments.
Very Knowledgeable. Very patient. Makes Economics fun and practical.
Professional, polite and accessible. Relates Economics to real-life. Makes the subject enjoyable.
This professor is a decent professor. He insist that we read the material. He will always answer your questions, and he gives lots of examples of life to explain what he is teaching. Btw, do the online assignments very early, they help a lot.
This professor is very good. He knows the material and he explains it very well. There is a lot of material to read so start reading early. It's a great course
I am not good at math or graphs, but this professor made it easy to understand. He always show how the world examples link with the lecture. Now i know how tariffs work.
This course was challenging but the professor gave good feedback and made the course enjoyable
I am terrible at math. And this course scared me. But professor was helpful and meet with me during his office hours. I am glad I am over this course
Be Prepared to read. He makes you want to read though. He makes Economics real. He is very professional. His syllabus is well laid out. If you follow your syllabus , you will do great. He stimulates you to learn and is very interactive.
He is knowledgeable and imparts the information clearly and effectively. He cares about his students, but encourages students to be disciplined. If you read your syllabus and do your assignments in a timely manner and attend classes, you will do excellent in this course.
This professor is very helpful. I have the feeling that if he sees that you are trying he will support you. I missed a mini test and he allowed me to take it. I will definitely take him again.
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
87%
Textbook Required
50%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
B+
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Improving
+0.76 avg changeRatings by Course
ECO2023
4.2
(29)ECO2013
3.9
(71)ECO2020
2.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
ECO2020
4.0
ECO2013
3.4
ECO2023
3.3