A fantastic professor, but NOT an easy A class. All of Lin's classes are lecture based. Although this is the class I have learned most in, his exams are incredibly hard. He always welcomes questions throughout the class, and is always willing to help if you are struggling. Always makes an effort to help his students.

His lectures are clear. He explains the basic concepts of economic with great clarity and his lectures are interesting and sometimes funny. He has an "extra points" system for good questions that can be very subjective and can make you feel like the dummest students of the world. His test are extremelly hard. Not an easy A

Prof Lin was extremely clear during lectures. I disagree that he was very difficult. His tests came directly from class lectures and the practice tests he posted on blackboard before each test. You don't have to go to class, but if you're not going to read (I didn't), go to class.I did do the practice tests before each test though. Easy enough A.

Professor Lin is awesome! He's really helpful and the classes are very fun. I hated econ before I took this class and it ended up being my favorite subject. The tests aren't too hard if you pay attention and most of the time you don't even have to do the reading. Take him if you can!

Nice guy, very friendly!

I love this man. lol omg wtf.

super hot! great sense of humor. all-around dream boat.

very funny! clear and easy to understand. provides lectures as powerpoints, and provides practice questions. learn something interesting every day.

Every girl and BOY that I know who has Daniel Lin as a professor wants to bear his children.

Lin is an amazing Prof. I transferred, and AU made me retake an intro econ course. As an Econ major, I was pissed to have to sit through all the intro stuff again, however, Professor Lin made me WANT to attend class. Go, listen, take notes, you'll be fine.

Lol, he is one of the coolest professors I've ever had. He is talking to us like buddy, he opens himself to us. Letting us know some facts from his family and childhood makes him kinda closer))) Great use of psychology Mr. Lin. Hello from Kazakhstan! :)

I was dreading Econ, but after having Lin, it's my second major. Lin has a very structured class where you will always know what to expect. His power points are very informative and posted on BB. He makes sure to explain every step of a concept and gives great examples. The tests are fine if you study some. I am taking every class I can with him!

A really thought-provoking class... He is a lot of fun and keeps you entertained. DEFINITELY one of my favorite classes - and I'm a Lit major! He doesn't talk very loud in the lecture class, but if you at least go it should be fine.

fantastic free-market oriented professor. Makes econ very relatable and fascinating. Always a blast to find out how he explains a different aspect of every day life through econ. He makes it one of the most valuable classes to take in college. Really funny and scholarly. Every class is worth your while!

Fantastic Professor - great at teaching. Extremely knowledgeable about the subject AND is able to transfer knowledge to students. Lectures aren't mandatory but are actually fun (participate for extra credit). You'll never have to touch the book. AU is lucky to have DLin.

Funniest ECON teacher EVER!!!!! Great guy!! Relates class to the students and manages to make every lecture fun and hilarious!!!! I strongly recommend this professor for anyone taking Microeconomics

Prof Lin's PPTs are legendary! They clarify the concepts for even the most graphically-challenged students. Exams are fair. ATTEND A WEEKLY REVIEW, YOU WILL BE VERY GRATEFUL FOR THE EXTRA POINTS ON YOUR EXAMS. The only complaint about this course would be the grading on papers-you never know who you're writing for because they're graded by TAs.

Textbook isn't mandatory, but many of the exams' word problems come directly from the book. Reading it helped me a lot as a supplement to my practice questions and notes.

Professor Lin is easily the best professor in the economics department. His lectures are entertaining, engaging, and most importantly, extremely informative. I recommend his classes to any and all students, regardless of their major. Lin's microeconomics course is one of the few "must-take" classes at AU. A++

While the class is hard, it is one of the most informative classes I have ever been in. Professor Lin offers a new side to economic theory. His class is lecture based but are extremely informative. One of the best teachers I have had at this school.

Really nice guy, friendly and knowledgeable with interesting lectures. However, your grade is ONLY from three tests, so if you are a bad test taker, don't take him.

Great Class! I had a love hate relationship with economics before taking Lin's Micro economic course. Lin uses awesome examples that are funny, witty & clever. For a lecture with 200+ students, he's great & approachable! Take this course if you need an Econ Class!

He's a very interesting and great professor who is willing to help any of his students. Unfortunately, your whole grade is based on the exams. If you do not do well on the exams, you will not do well, period. If you want an easy A for econ, you are definitely looking at the wrong professor. He is, however, the most intriguing one.

The subject matter isn't easy, but he makes easy and fun with good example. He posts practice tests online that are a good representation of what is on the test, so there are no surprises. I didn't like econ before this class, so I was surprised that I looked forward to attending!

Excellent. I agree with all his teaching practices, such not non-mandatory attendance and giving extra credit for participation. He makes us laugh a lot too with his examples. I actually enjoyed class, and I hate econ! Tests are hard though.

Having taken Lin for Macro, I knew the majority of examples he used but really breaks a difficult subject down to easy to understand concepts.

Go to the SI sessions and you'll get an A. Gives you good examples to talk about while you're getting high.

This was a great experience.. makes a subject that can be incredibly bland quite interesting. He's also very approachable, which was surprising considering how massive my class was. Do it!

Big time libertarian. Some of his examples seem a little extreme. He does teach you the concepts well and is very good at making you understand microecon. Tests can be a little tricky but you'll really learn the material. He's also very funny.

Great lectures. Very difficult exams but review sessions and doing to class helps ALOT.

Had him for macro and micro. Macro was a small class and he was great, micro was a big lecture and he didn't manage it so well. Smart, very nice guy- I recommend him for classes of less than 40 people.

My absolute favorite professor at AU. If you want to understand economics, take him.

Professor Lin is great! A little too libertatian for me but still a good teacher. Exams can be a little difficult but he hands out points to make up for it like Santa Claus! His lectures are always extremely interesting and there are only three exams for the whole semester.

Great Professor! He puts things in a way they are easy to understand. He doesn't use aplia and only gives 3 tests a year. Hes always available after class for a quick quest. and he gives one class off before the final so you can go to his office for questions. Tests are a little hard but samples are given and he gives extra credit points.

Very engaging when he explains macro. Relates concepts to the current economy and often asks questions during the lecture. Tests are non-cumulative and manageable.

Pretty easy; it's not necessary to go to class if you read the textbook. Definitely go to supplemental instruction sessions because they're way more helpful than class. Never went in to Lin's office hours but have heard he is very willing to help.

Prof Lin is great for those who are not interested in econ much. He explains econ concepts clearly; but covers only very basic concepts, compared to other econ 100 sections. Lectures are interesting, and it seems to be easy, but exams are relatively hard. He is ready to help if you go to his office hours.

Prof Lin is great for those who are not interested in econ much. He explains econ concepts clearly; but covers only very basic concepts, compared to other econ 100 sections. Lectures are interesting. It seems to be an easy class, till you get to exams, which are relatively hard. He is ready to help if you go to his office hours.

He's really nice and explains things clearly. I do not like macro at all but if it's required this is the class to take. Exams are pretty hard and those are your only grades. Attendance is not mandatory at all and if you miss class you can just read the textbook. However, don't let the chili pepper fool you, he's not hot at all!

Lecture class w powerpoints. Funny dude very straightforward and explains things in a simple and understandable way. Don't let the chillness of the classes fool you tho, the exams are CRAZYYYYYY hard. If you miss class, just read the text book and you'll be golden but make sure you try to keep up with the chapters cause the exams were super hard

Had for Econ 100, so great I took for 200 also! Despite lecture-style, he's incredibly smart, informative, nice, AND funny - you get extra points easily and class always has interesting content and hilarious jokes. A MUST HAVE FOR ECON

Professor Lin is one of the best. He brings awesome real-world applications to the material, and is a great lecturer. Study for the tests, they can be a bit harder than the examples in the powerpoints.

He is a really great professor. His examples are always funny, relevant, and helpful and he is always open to questions. The only thing was that this class was based solely off of three tests so it was really hard to do well. GO TO DISCUSSION SESSIONS.

He clearly loves his job and economics, but I get the impression he doesn't care that much about his students' success in the course. He is not that difficult if you attend each class and pay attention, as well as following up in TA groups. I will be taking him again for Macro. Solid professor!

The Prof. was better than I expected. He is an amazing prof. He has a great sense of humor. Test are not easy but he give extra credit opportunities and curves. Attend class, sessions, read book and do practice question over and over and you will get the grade you want. He is very appreciable and nice too. He wants you to succeed but is challenging

Professor Lin was great. Even in a 300 person class, he makes the class engaging and interesting. Don't bring your laptop to class! Just pay attention to the lectures, go to some of the outside tutoring sessions and you'll do fine! The tests are almost entirely based on the lectures, so although attendance isn't mandatory, you should go.

Great professor. His class is what made me decide to double major with economics. Absolutely hilarious. If you like his style of humor, follow him on Twitter. Overall, great guy. Don't skip class. Do the reading.

Professor Lin is a wonderful speaker, and really knows how to grab your attention in class. Econ is not my specialty, but he is able to make things very clear. Definitely make use of TA and SI sessions outside of class. I would definitely recommend taking a course with Professor Lin.

Professor Lin is an awesome professor! Class isn't mandatory and your entire grade is made up of three tests, so there are no homework/paper assignments. He offers extra credit and his tests follow his practice questions very closely. Even though his lectures aren't mandatory, they are super interesting! Take Lin for econ!

I absolutely hate econ. and I was dreading this class, but I ended up seriously enjoying Lin's classes. He's a great lecturer, and he's often funny! If you do the work, and take the extra credit opportunities he gives you, you'll do fine. If you don't you'll find his tests hard. Overall I think he's one of the best econ. professors at AU.

I took Lin for both Macro and Micro. If you're looking for a straightforward economics class, this is the one for you! You don't really need to go to class but it definitely helps if you do. Lin clearly explains all of the concepts that will be on the tests. If you do/understand all the practice tests you are almost guaranteed an A.

LIn is one of the best professor I've had at AU. It was a huge lecture-style class but professor LIn managed to keep it interesting. He is funny :) All his examples and explanations of the concepts are from real life, which makes it very easy to understand. The tests reflect his lectures. Use the esxtra credit opportunities and do practice tests!

DO the reading, show up to class, do the practice question before the test and you'll can get an A. if you don't do that stuff don't expect to magically get and A. If its the night before the exam do his practice questions, if you don't get them right just keep thinking about it till you can see why the correct answer is right and you'll do fine

TAKE D LIN. The class structure makes sense, his lectures are perfectly organized, weekly extra credit is available, and he is super funny. I highly recommend taking his class, especially if you are not super into economics or are not an econ major.

Professor Lin is a very solid professor. The class is lecture based but the lectures were usually pretty entertaining. He's incredibly funny and the examples he used applied to real-life situations so they were easy to understand. The textbook is useful when studying because he simplifies his slides a bit. 3 exams are the only grades.

Class is easy with good TAs. He's a good lecturer if you like a more libertarian tilt.

Linsanity, Lindestructable, Lin Is G.O.A.T! (Greatest of All Time) His lectures are interesting and organized. He only gives 3 grades for the semester, all tests, but provides a number of resources and methods of receiving extra credit. Tough tests. Inspired me to be an Econ major. Lastly his twitter is amazing.

Lectures are beyond amazing! Not only is he hilarious, he explains economics by applying real life concepts. Class grade is based on three tests but there are always plenty of opportunities for extra credit. He's very approachable and really loves what he does. Take DLIN!

The course is fantastic, I would highly recommend this course to anyone who wants an instructor that provides a funny and clear lectures on economics. There are three tests, which are curved and are able to earn extra credit through discussion sessions or participating in class. The tests are easy if you pay attention in class. One of the best!

Lin is my favorite professor yet! His tests are tough, lectures are AMAZING and the course material is very interesting and engaging. 1010

I didn't think I'd like economics, but Lin made it fun and interesting. His lectures are very clear, and he's very approachable in his office hours. His tests are hard, but he gives you a lot of practice questions, and they're directly related to what he talked about in class, so you can do well on the tests if you put in the time.

Big lecture of 250 students, but Lin is fantastic. Makes everything very clear and is hilarious with his examples! Entire grade is based off of three exams, with the best one weighted more heavily. He curves all exams and offers up to 8% extra credit on each. All you have to do to get extra credit is speak in class or attend a TA session.

This was a huge lecture class, so it's impossible to really get to know the guy one-on-one. His lectures are hilarious and interesting, he gives examples that stay in your head. He goes right through the chapter in the textbook, so it might be helpful to read through to have a basic idea. Extra credit galore! Tests are kinda tricky so good to have

my favorite professor i've had at AU. this class was unbelievably easy to do well in with minimal effort, and i'm not an econ student at all. attend the TA sessions, read the book, and attend the damn lectures (which are interesting AF anyway so its barely a chore) and you're basically all set.

One of the best Professors in AU.

Class is based on three tests, but you have the opportunity to get 4 extra credit points on each. If you study and attend lectures, you won't have a problem getting an A. That being said, if you absolutely hate test taking, this is not the class for you. He replies to emails quickly and is ALWAYS open to questions.

Lin is awesome professor at AU. If you're good at multiple choice testing, TAKE THIS CLASS. 3 tests, weighted 40-40-20 of your two best to worse. No cumulative final. Lectures are from the book. You don't need to show up if you read the textbook and do the practice questions, at least that's how it was in my case. My easiest class freshman year.

Despite the fact it was a morning lecture, I was always excited for Lin's lectures. They were always interesting with fun and relevant applications to the real world. For those who don't particularly like econ, I think Lin would make it a lot more enjoyable. Also, there is extra credit every week, and the tests are very straightforward.

Content is pretty easy by itself but if you read and attend the lectures it's an easy A. Lectures are actually fun to attend, engaging and he makes a real effort to relate it to real world examples. Plenty of opportunity for extra credit.

Very easy class to pass if you do the reading, and take advantage of extra credit. 3 tests weighted 40-40-20 (20 being your worst test), and are mostly made up of mc. Up to 8% extra credit on all the exams. For me, attendance wasnt necessary as long as I did the reading before the exam. I dont suggest this class for someone not good at test taking.

Don't need to read as long as you go to the lectures. The practice questions prepare you for the exams, and you can get extra credit for attending TA sessions or answering questions in the lecture. 3 tests, and he weights 40/40/20. No homework, just exams. There are a ton of TA's to help answer any questions if you can't meet during office hours.

I took Professor Lin's giant 300 student lecture class and I feel like I learned just as much as in a ten person class. The giant class is a little inconvenient, but he has lots of TA sessions. Plus, there's no homework, only three tests, and lots of extra credit opportunities. Participation and attendance are pretty much irrelevant.

Lin is a great professor. Don't try skipping class. Go to the extra credit sessions as they provide better clarity than he can provide in class due to time constraints.

If you pay attention, go to the extra credit sessions, and maybe crack open the book; this class is a walk through the park.

Best professor I've had at American University. Very intelligent man that knows how to break down complex concepts and make the content entertaining. Fantastic professor, no question

Lin was such a fantastic professor - definitely my favorite at AU so far. The lectures were very engaging and he explained concepts in a very comprehensive way. The tests were a little tricky, but between the study sessions and the practice problems he provides, they are really no problem!

An amazing professor, the best econ professor I've ever had. Material is straight from the textbooks, lectures are funny, engaging and very easy to follow. He gives you countless opportunities to make up your grade. The people who do poorly are those who don't study and don't come to class. Could not recommend Lin more highly.

Lin is a great professor. However, this class takes endless hours of outside studying if you want to get an A. I watched many friends struggle in this class because they were not studying enough. For each of the three exams, roughly 20 hours were spent studying outside of class. Tests are confusing and you need to know how to apply the concepts.

Prof. Lin is the best. His microeconomics class was taught through very well-done, informative lectures laden with fun stories and jokes. Up to 8 % of your grade can be extra credit, which is very easy to get. Also, it is refreshing for him to bring an unapologetically libertarian worldview to a school like American,

His lectures are as entertaining as they can be for a giant lecture class on microeconomics. He does a lot of examples in current day themes so we can understand them better.

Terrific professor. His lectures and powerpoints were clear, and he was as engaging a professor as he could be with such a large lecture. Definitely one of the funniest professors I've ever had, too.

Amazing guy who is brilliant and hilarious. Im not a fan of 300 people lectures but he makes the most of it

300 person lecture, however he is great at teaching to that size of a class. Attendance isn't mandatory however it is a huge help. Grade is based off of 3 exams however there is extra credit for all of them, as well as a curve. One of the best the AU has to offer, also has a huge twitter following, over 50k followers when this was written.

fantastic teacher. If you go to class regularly and max out your extra credit you WILL pass.

While there is opportunity for extra credit, your grade is essentially just based on three tests. While I happen to love this setup, if you aren't a test taker and like papers and/or discussions you will not like this class.

Tests were very straightforward. If you did well on the problem sets, you did well on the test. Lectures were usually entertaining, but repetitive if you actually read the textbook.

Lin is incredible. He's so funny, and makes it clear from the start of the semester that his class is purely exam based, and it's on you to prep for it. If you study, and he offers tons of resources, an A is do-able. Plus, he makes lectures interesting. The content isn't always easy, but the entertainment value of the class makes it a must take!

What can I say about Lin that hasn't already been said? He's the GOAT. Let me put it this way: Any student who takes his lectures would not be surprised to find out he has a night job as a stand-up comedian. He's that funny. Follow him on twitter. If you go to class and do the reading then you WILL pass the class. Enroll! You wont regret it.

The perfect class for people who like lecture-test format. Great lectures- not mandatory, but worth it anyway.

Daniel Lin is by far the best economics professor at American. Some material can be somewhat difficult by the TAs and supplemental instructors hold outside study sessions. Your grade is only based on 3 tests he gives through the semester.

Good Professor but you have to go to class to pass!

I missed more lectures than I should have. If Econ doesn't come naturally to you, make sure to take good notes. Three tests and that's it; very reflective of the course content. Max out on extra credit; at least showing up to a few TA sessions is worth it. He's good about answering questions clearly. His lectures are funny, clear, and simple.

Don't miss lectures!!! this is the biggest thing - your grade is determined by 3 tests (and extra credit), and so long as you pay whole-hearted attention to lectures you will be fine. Fantastic and thorough lecturer. everyone i know who attended all lectures, regardless of how much studying they did, got at least a b.

Definitely a hard class but Lin makes the lectures fun and engaging. He gives you different opportunities to get good grades on the 3 tests that make up the entirety of your grade.

One of my favorite professors & I hope to see him teach another one of my classes

Prof Lin is funny and makes lectures interesting. If you aren't a great test taker then I wouldn't recommend this class since your overall grade is based on 3 tests. You should attend lectures, even though they are optional! As long as you pay attention in lecture and take great notes then you should be fine!

He is incredibly kind and understanding, one of the best professors I've taken at AU. He makes lectures super easy to understand and his tests aren't too difficult if you get the chance, Take him!!!

This is one of the best professors I've taken so far at AU. His lectures are always interesting and easy to understand. I never bought the textbook but I did attend every lecture. Many opportunities for extra credit. Your grade is based entirely on three exams but they reflect the lectures and aren't too difficult. 10/10 would recommend.

Prof Lin is a great lecturer and his lectures are interesting since he ties the material to real life situations. If you aren't great at test taking then I wouldn't recommend this class for you since your overall grade is based on 3 exams. There are extra credit opportunities to boost your grade.

By far the best professor I have had. Amazing lectures that are engaging & make sense. Teaches a difficult subject in a very understandable and relatable way. Uses strong examples and gives ample extra-credit opportunities. Will go out of his way accommodate student's schedules to meet for extended office hours to answer questions. Very reliable.

Definitely do not take if you are bad at taking tests and econ in general. But his lectures are amazing and very engaging. EXplaing microecon thorugh life examples. This is a tough subject, so if you need supervision to do work, take a small class, since he does not assign homework or any assignments. Go to every class bc it is REALLY helpful

If you want to succeed in this course plan on going to every lecture. Attendance is not mandatory but you will be completely lost otherwise. DO NOT take this class unless you have to (SIS majors) or you are a poor test taker. There are only 3 tests 2 for 40 percent and 1 for 20 whatever you do better on counts for more. Very engaging and funny guy

Only take this class if you are a good test taker. That being said, the class is interesting to attend and Lin is hilarious and relates class topics to relevant examples to college students. Attendance isn't required but you should plan on going because you will pass if you go. Also go to the TA sessions, he give a lot of extra credit points!

Daniel Lin is also a stand-up comedian and that shows. However, with only three tests counting towards the final grade, this class is HARD. There is some opportunity for extra credit and he makes showing up to lectures enjoyable. However, getting a good grade isn't easy unless you're a good test taker or econ comes easily to you.

I took Professor Lin's Microeconomics class in 2011 and his viewpoints changed my outlook on economics. His incentives based teaching method consisting of points for answering questions brings a market concept into the classroom. Many years later I applaud professor Lin's work and hope he gets more exposure.

Professor Lin puts a great deal of effort into his lectures so that they are clear and informative. His lectures are always highlighted by his wit and relevant humor (guy has a hilarious Twitter). His "3 test" structure is threatening, but if you show up and study, you'll find them to be fair and manageable.

This professor is the best prof I ever had. His lecture has always something new to learn. Even though, the classroom accommodates more than 200 people, the way he conducts the class does not make everyone bored but very integrating.

One time I marked 4 correct answers on my exam but incorrectly filled them in on my scantron. I went to Lin after class and showed him what had happened and explained that I made a mistake and he gave me back those 4 points. My exam grade went from 78% - 86%. He's funny and explains things well. GO TO CLASS because his powerpoints are very vague.

Best proffesor I've ever had. Amazing lectures. HIs extra credits will get you an 8% curve on the tests and he will reason with you if you talk to him. Study his practice questions and learn them well, and you will get an A for sure.

Had him for a 200 person lecture where attendance obviously wasn't mandatory but his lectures were so good (at least if youre somewhat interested in economics) that the auditorium would still often be filled. Funny guy--would receive applause for some lectures. Lots of e.c. opportunities but keep in mind the class is only based off of 3 exam scores

Lin is an amazing professor. He explains econ concepts in a way that is easy to understand. The tests are easy--do the practice tests and attend lecture and you'll be fine. He also offers extra credit points--take advantage of that. He is one of the best professors at AU and makes you enjoy learning.

I ADORED Prof. Lin. If you are willing to go to class and take notes even when it isn't required, you will do well. Considering the topic, his lectures are pretty entertaining. His tests are directly from what he says in class. You can also earn up to 8% extra credit on each test from participation alone. Great guy, and knows his stuff.

This was an amazing class. Overall grade consists of 3 test grades. There are always extra credit opportunities, so take advantage of them. To be successful in the class just show up to the lectures, take notes, do the practice questions and study for the tests. Lin is an extremely entertaining lecturer, although there are some boring lectures.

I adore this professor. Honestly one of the best classes I have taken, period. He's hilarious, super easy to talk to, very honest, and offers help throughout the semester. I was a first semester freshman in his class and found the material and workload to be very manageable. I strongly recommend reading the chapters and doing the practice Qs.

i had to take him twice, but the way he dealt with me this semester was amazing. if you go to his office hours, he really is willing to help you if there is something wrong. he's just super nice and funny and even tho i wouldn't take it again (despite putting that i would) the only reason for that is because i just hate econ. i love lin

Professor Lin is a real gem. He frequently finds ways to make dry material really interesting. Your grade in the class is based on 3 non-cumulative exams. If you attend (and pay attention during) the lectures, and look at the practice material he posts on blackboard, you'll be fine.

Great lecturer. Don't screw up on the tests because they are the only things in the gradebook.

I did not go to class frequently, but when I did I really enjoyed his quick wit and clarity. He effectively and efficiently moves through the material. 3 years later and I still remember what he taught me.

Class completely dependent on 3 tests, but as long as you show up to the lectures he makes the material very easy to understand. Answer questions in class for extra credit on the tests. No homework besides studying for the 3 tests.

My favorite professor at AU. All it takes is attending class consistently, paying attention during lectures, going to some TA sessions, and studying for the test. If these actions are taken, it seems very unlikely that a student will do poorly. Daniel Lin made the material engaging: I found the lectures funny, interesting, and easy to comprehend.

Professor Lin is amazing at what he does. Even though you don't have to attend a single lecture, you're going to want to. He makes each lecture interesting and offers extra credit to those who ask questions in class or attend office hours/discussion sessions. Your entire grade is dependant on 3 exams so make sure to attend his class and take notes.

Do not take this class if you are not good at tests. The entire grade depends on three exams. Lin is great - captivating lectures, generally a great guy. Don't be fooled by the optional attendance, show up for class.

He was my only class on Fridays and I would get up and go to his lectures because I actually enjoyed his class. He only grades off of 3 exams though which is the reason I did so poorly in his class. Show up and listen to the lectures and also go to the TA sessions because extra credit is the KEY to doing well in his class.

Professor Daniel Lin is amazing. His lectures are so concise and easy to understand. I got an A- overall, which was not too difficult to get. Take advantage of the slides and his practice questions and you are good to go. Overall, super friendly and interesting class, youll learn so much more than just economics.

Professor Lin made the class very enjoyable by his engaging lectures. Because your grade in the class is solely based off of 3 exams, make sure you study for each one well.

Professor Lin is a gem among the econ department. On the first day of class he acknowledged that many of us were there because Econ 200 is a major requirement across many schools. Easy to follow lecture and economic concepts. Lecture is not mandatory but I recommend going. Extra credit brings exam grade points up by a whole letter grade.

Lin is AWESOME. The lectures are so interesting and he really gets the students engaged. He makes the concepts easy to understand and his humor makes class interesting. You get credit from participating in class and attending TA sessions. Graded solely off 3 exams, but review the practice questions and you'll be fine.

I would not suggest taking Lin for an intro course if you know you are not good at econ. You're graded on 3 tests and nothing else. There extra credit, but it can be hard to scrape by even if you do all your work and attend all the classes. He does break it down in a way that is not daunting and is very funny. Take at your own risk

His lectures are engaging and easy to understand, but if you took macro or have a knack for Econ, you can just read the PowerPoints and do the practice questions and still do well. Attendance isnt mandatory, but he offers EC for participation, office hours, and TA sessions. Great guy, but know yourself before taking him. Your grade is up to you.

Make sure to study for his tests. They're the only things your final grade is dependent on. Also, show up to the lectures and pay attention. He is very kind and funny and offers a lot of extra credit opportunities.

Other posters have already mentioned much of this, but Professor Lin is a hilarious and very effective teacher for intro micro. The class is entirely based on 3 tests, so it is crucial that you know what you are getting yourself into taking this class. The exams are fairly easy (all MC) but I would only recommend the course for good test takers.

Prof Lin was one of my favorite professors at AU. I had some health problems, which is why my grade is lower and why I missed a good amount of lectures. Luckily attendance isn't mandatory, but you do not want to skip class. His lectures are interesting and entertaining. While you are only graded on 3 tests, he offers a lot of EC and curves.

Professor Lin was an amazing lecturer! Best Prof Ever! Not only he explains the concept of the micro easily but also dilutes them with jokes. He has a great sense of humor. Offers an opportunity to get extra credits which are added to the exam grades. Even though the attendance is not mandatory, I truly recommend to attend every class!!!

Since class was all online he made it optional asynchronous. You can basically pass the class just by doing the 3 multiple choice tests (which are the only graded assignments). He also has a ton of TAs and you get extra credit by going to their sessions. He also grades on a big curve. Take him if you're looking to get an econ req out of the way.

His class is challenging but not difficult. He throughly explains things and takes the time to answer each and every question without taking up too much class time. The grade was determine by 3 multiple choice exams that were fair and covered material specific to class- no surprises. Would take again

Best economics professor at AU! was actually able to learn the basic principle of Microeconomics in a way that I can explain it to others. He's just a great teacher and if you really need to do well in Micro, take it with Lin. You'll have to study but as long as you pay attention to lectures and take notes on what he says you'll be successful.

If you took AP Macro in high school or have any economics background, Dr. Lin's class will be a piece of cake. Only graded on three tests, but if you attend the lectures, do the optional multiple choice, and get all of the extra credit before each test, you will be fine.

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Prof Lin is funny and his lecturers are usually a good time. If you don't test well this isn't the class for you. Your whole grade is based on three tests. His analogies can be quite uncomfortable at times (stop comparing women to commodities) and his opinion is quite obvious but overall he's a good prof.

Prof. Lin is incredible. He gives great lectures and stays rather entertaining throughout them despite being online. My only complaint is the fact that the entire course is graded with 3 huge exams. As somebody who doesn't really test well, I definitely struggled. If you are similar and don't need the course, I'd recommend you don't take it.

I highly recommend Professor Lin. This class was a requirement for my Journalism major, but it made me seriously consider an Econ minor. His teaching style is clear and entertaining, and he takes time to answer student questions. The class is graded on 3 tests alone, but the test questions are really similar to the optional practice questions.

Professor Lin is a very personable professor who puts in a LOT of effort in order to make sure his students are successful. There are 3 tests that accumulate to your final grade in the class, but if you study the practice questions and lecture notes it's pretty easy. Would HIGHLY recommend taking his class even if you are not a good test taker!

You have to listen to all the lectures in order to do well in the class. Even if you don't attend class, he gives the recordings and gives very helpful examples. There are 2 40% tests and 1 20% which is your lowest test grade. Go to office hours for extra credit!

Lectures go over important concepts and he explains them each thoroughly with real world examples. You'll have to learn how to apply those concepts in different/ more abstract ways for the tests. FYI You'll see some weirdly phrased questions on the exams. He is very engaging and will give extra credit for participating. He also curves every exam.

Prof Lin is a fantastic lecturer. His voice sounds like an audiobook. His class is graded on only three exams, however, he offers a ton of extra credit and curves 2/3 of the exams. Easy A if you get extra credit. Don't get the textbook, you won't look at it once.

What an awesome professor. He was a funny guy with such clear lectures. There is no homework which is good and bad for some. Tests are similar to practice tests. Attendance is not mandatory but if you show up and do the practice tests it is very likely you will get an A. Would definitely take his courses again!

I love the man <3

He is very well versed and obviously knows a lot about economics. Very lecture heavy and all lectures are recorded and posted after class in case you miss it. Allows for up to 5 extra credit points per test if you come to office hours or ask questions in class. It's up to the student if they do well or don't.

Prof. Lin is an amazing person, and good at lecturing, as he makes them interesting and fun. If you are looking for a class that is graded by 3 exams solely, this is the class for you. He offers extra credit, which should be taken advantage of. The exams are kind of confusing when it comes to wording. Id take the professor again, but not class.

if you attend/listen to the lectures, youll pass. lots of extra credit through optional discussion sessions, office hrs, and asking ?s in class. 3 exams make up your whole grade, but they are curved & up to 5 extra credit points each. one thing I wish was different was more time on exam. 50 ?s in 75 minutes is tough. dont buy the textbook.

Professor Lin is excellent. He integrates technology into his lectures well and recordings are available if you need a refresher. You're only graded on 3 exams and participation gets you extra credit up to 5 points per exam, with a curve. So long as you pay attention in class, engage, and ask questions you will succeed.

Whether this class is related to your major or nottake Professor Lin. Not only are his lectures interesting, and at times even hilarious, his slides cover everything you need for the exams. His class is attendance optional, with open note exams and plenty of extra credit opportunities. Youll learn something and get an easy A in the process

Professor Lin was an awesome professor for economics. Grade is only based on three exams, which are curved and extra credit is obtainable. If you ask good questions in class or bring up good points, he will give you one max extra credit question per class, and 5 max points per exam. Exams were pretty hard, but they were open note and can use slides

This is one of the best lecturers you'll take in your life. He makes economics relatable by using analogies to dating, college, ect. His answers to questions, no matter how basic, are always top notch. Take Prof Lin!

Prof Lin has really made his lectures amazing, you can see how much he has fine-tuned his class over the years. He gives clear instructions and makes all parts of his class accessible and flexible. You can watch lectures and don't have to attend class. Extra credit, test retakes. Do the practice quizzes and you'll get good grades on the tests.

I hate the economy. Lin is amazing at explaining the economy though. If you have to take the class take it with him. Grades are entirely based on 3 non-cumulative exams, but there is extra credit opportunity for every exam and exams are open book. So cool so good. He tests exactly what he teaches. There is a recommended textbook. You don't need it.

Lin is an amazing econ prof and hilarious to listen to. Highly recommend. Lectures are easy to understand. Extra credit is offered for each exam and exams are curved, open-book, and online on canvas. If you pay attention to the lectures, you should get an easy A. You don't need to buy the textbook; his slides cover everything on exams.

Prof. Lin is a great lecturer and made economics more interesting than I thought was possible. His classes were full of relatable examples and there were ample opportunities for extra credit to boost your grade. 10/10 would recommend.

All he does is lecture. Pay attention to small details in lectures, that's what you are tested on. Entire grade in class was 3 tests throughout the year but they are open note, can be taken anywhere, and are all based on lectures.

AMAZING professor and very organized. Guidelines for class are clear. Can watch class recordings and attendance is not mandatory. As long as you listen to his lectures and do the practice quizzes you will do fine in this class. Entire grade consists of 3 tests. Gives up to 5 extra credit points a test and curves tests. I learned a lot in Econ-200.

Great guy and a great professor. Funny, interesting, and uses relevant examples that keep the class engaging. Easy class if you put in the bare minimum of effort.

He really wants you to succeed and wants us to understand the content on a deeper level, not just memorization for exams. His lectures were engaging and funny, and he really cares about his students (even though it's a huge lecture). There are so many ways to earn extra credit and get a good grade, even if econ is a struggle to understand.

Best professor EVER! The lectures are always interesting, and he records every one and posts it online. Attendance is not mandatory but encouraged. Easy extra credit opportunities and the tests are online, open note, and curved. Only graded on tests, no other assignments, but also no HW.

His lectures made an incredibly boring subject interesting. You will only be graded off of 3 tests, but they are open book, you have the chance to earn 5 extra credit points before the test, and everything is graded on a curve. Its a decently easy course.

Professor Lin is genuinely the best professor I've ever had and Microeconomics quickly became my favorite class. I looked forward to attending his lectures because they were interesting, engaging, and entertaining and I learned a lot from them too. I absolutely recommend this professor and the class is built to give you every opportunity to succeed

Prof. Lin is very funny and enthusiastic when it comes to microeconomics. For every concept, he tells you a story that honestly really helps. His class may seem easy because attendance and textbook are optional and there is no homework so beware! Personally, I love him as a professor but wouldn't recommend him if you can't practice on your own.

If you're not sure who to take for Econ and you're not good at math, take Prof. Lin. The class is made up of only tests, but they're all online, multiple choice, curved, and non-cumulative (plus you can get extra credit.) His lectures are great as he gives real-world, easy-to-understand examples to explain concepts. Take Lin, you won't regret it!

I genuinely really liked this class and it was manageable for someone with no prior econ knowledge. Final grade consists of three test grades that are weighted, 40,40,20. No homework but optional review sessions for extra credit. Lectures are straightforward. Do the practice quizzes are past exam qs. Lin is a super engaging lecturer, take it!!

Professor Lin has amazing lectures, and he will genuinely make you interested in economics. Grades are based on three tests, but you can get 10 points extra credit on each one simply by participating in class. Lin is incredibly engaging and gives every opportunity possible to succeed. Cannot recommend a better professor for ECON-200.

I don't even like econ and I was looking into an econ minor after this class. Professor Lin sets you up to succeed. Five extra credit points per test, gives practices quizzes, TA hours, and has really memorable lectures. I really enjoyed the class and wish he taught more entry level econ classes!!

Prof Lin was one of the best professors I've had so far, his lectures were extremely clear and understandable and he was a fantastic teacher. He gave out extra credit points to anyone who participated and was very accessible outside of class. His class sparked my interest in econ, and his lectures were always relevent and inspiring.

I can not recommend him enough, his class is a breeze and he gives so much opportunity for extra credit. Three tests that are online and open note, and attendance is optional. If you hate or love Econ this class will the best class you take.

I loved Professor Lin. I hated Econ in high school but this class was my favorite of the whole semester. He offers so much extra credit and has the most interesting lectures. I cannot recommend him enough. Even if you do not need to take Econ- take his class. He is so funny and makes you want to attend class. BEST PROFESSOR AT AU

If you are like me and despise econ and struggle with it a lot, I highly recommend Prof Lin. He explains econ in super simple, easy-to-understand ways and his lectures are fun and engaging. If you are still struggling, there are TAs and SI sessions held several times a week that you can attend for extra credit which helped me a lot.

Great Professor, but if you don't pay attention to the lectures you're screwed on the tests. The 3 tests are the only things ur graded on.

This is the best Econ class you can take. Non mandatory, graded by 3 exams. 5 points extra credit and its curved until the average is a 75. Lectures are easy to follow and understand.

He is a great professor if you hate econ. Lectures very easy to understand. The only thing is that tests were a lot hard than notes/lectures in class.

I cannot say enough good things about Prof Lin or his class. As someone who took Micro in high school and was very confused, he made everything make so much sense. His lectures are actually so entertaining and he makes Micro come alive with real-world applications. Don't need to attend class in-person - but go! Take Prof Lin 1000000%!!!! AU's best.

Prof Lin makes Econ relatable and fun. I never missed a class even though attendance isn't mandatory. His lectures are def biased towards his personal viewpoints and have a shock factor to keep students engaged. Exams are hard, but the extra credit and curve help! Lots of help from TAs as well. Everyone loves this man.

Lin is the best! If you're not into Econ, take this class. Optional attendance, no homework, lots of extra credit opportunities, and easy curriculum. He makes the material so accessible and understands not everyone wants to be an economist. Grade is based only on 3 exams but they're online, open note, and if you do the practice, not too hard.

Best prof I've ever had. Engaging, funny, and super clear. Class is optional, but he makes it fun to learn about micro! Uses real world applications often, and most concepts are easy and interesting. TAKE HIM

I think it might just be me with this professor, but I struggled greatly in this class. After studying, attending review sessions, and having almost perfect class attendance, I think this style of lecture doesn't work, so before you take him, decide if you're okay with being graded on the three exams.

Love of my life. You have three tests all open book and online. All of his lectures are recorded if you don't want to go to class. Brightened up my days.

Incredible lectures! Make sure to go, I made the mistake of missing out on so many, you truly can learn so much from him. Convinced me to become an econ minor!

Loml. Best lecturer: concise, inspirational, funny&down to earth. Made me actually care+want to learn by debunking ingrained preconceived notions by using applied examples (housing crisis, immigration, min wage). No attendance, and my first class on tues/fri but I show up. BUT, graded on 3 exams+extra credit+curve. Many fail bc its hard, so study.

Great lectures, very interesting. The grade is only based on three tests but they are open book and very straight forward, he's happy to help and provide study material. You can also get extra credit in class and in office hours.

Great lectures, very interesting. The grade is only based on three exams but they are open note and very straight forward, he is happy to provide study help and materials. There are also extra credit points available both in class and office hours.

Those looking for a filler class to meet 120 credits and have at least some interest in econ (required to do well, IMO) can't go wrong here. Lin makes this such a friendly course to all backgrounds. All-exam grade, but they're not too difficult with modest studying/viewing lectures in a timely manner. Never spoke to him (should've), got an A.

Lectures were always engaging, so i showed up even though it was not required. Was not the biggest fan of the grading system, but the extra credit floated me plenty. Learned a ton and made me excited for econ

I absolutely LOVE Professor Lin. Gives practical examples + makes econ understandable to ppl w/ no background or prior knowledge. Lots of opportunities for help: him/his office hours, SI, and a TA. Tests are online and open note + he has practice quizzes for each unit. Attendance isn't mandatory; upload his lectures. Extra credit opportunities

Please take this class with Professor Lin. He is my favorite professor. His lectures are interesting and he is so funny, so even though attendance isn't mandatory you'll still get so much out of actually coming to class. There are only 3 tests, no homework, quizzes, or participation grades. But, if you ask questions he will give you extra credit.

3 exams, your grade is only based on those. Extra credit opportunities but the max you can get is 5 extra points per exam. Great lectures, really engaging, but attendance isn't required. Records all the lectures so you can watch outside of class. If you don't like econ or don't have prior experience this class will be boring and challenging.

This Prof. is inspirational with how nice his class is and how it is structured. I struggle in Econ. A class that has open-note tests, has no homework, and gives extra credit is GAME-CHANGING. Office hours and meeting with the T.A are helpful options for if you're struggling. Just study for the tests in advance, and you'll be grand.

Prof Lin made class accessible. up to 10% extra credit on exam if you go to office hours. Recorded Lectures, practice quizzes per lecture, and practice exam. You realistically can't get away with not watching the lectures but you don't have to go to class. The class takes work but Lin makes it easy to get a good grade if you do the extra credit.

Prof. Lin is a great and makes his class accessible. It is easy to do well if you put in the effort. There are many opportunities for extra credit. Attendance isn't mandatory but it's helpful to go because then you don't have to spend time outside of class. Take advantage of SI and Review Sessions to get extra credit.

Professor Lin was a great professor and his lectures were comprehensive and easy to follow. He gave lots of examples and practice tests. However, your entire grade is based off of three tests. They're curved and you can get extra credit, but I still found them difficult as they somewhat differ from what you learn in class.

Prof. Lin's ECON200 class is well-structured and engaging. While the three exams make up the entire grade, he provides ample extra credit opportunities. The lectures are informative, and using resources like unstuckstudy ai alongside the recorded videos can really help with study prep.

he is really sweet and amazing, textbook is optional, make sure you pay attention during lectures as it will typically be used in the exam.

The most simple course structure ever seen. Based on three tests and some extra credit opportunities. If you are already good at econ, then this class is automatically an easy A. However, for those struggling, Lin provides many extra credit points. There is no participation grade, so many use this as a hybrid course (lectures are posted online).

Professor Lin is great at what he does, and he knows it. The lectures can be very entertaining and interesting. You might find at times that you disagree with what he teaches, but you should really try to understand it before tossing it aside. If you do the homework and read the textbook, you'll be fine, even if you don't read *everything*.

Prof. Lin is who inspired me to become an econ major when I was a sophomore. Very accommodating, clear standards and goals for class. Just overall a great professor, I wish he taught more econ classes!!

Daniel Lin is so good at teaching Econ, that even a rock can learn supply and demand if they attend his lectures. Speaking of supply and demand, it is frustrating and fascinating to know that he isn't paid $300,000 a year. There is a low supply of Daniel Lin. A high demand for Daneiel Lin. Most of the econ faculty suck. Just keep Daniel Lin.

Lin is the best Econ professor, even if you are not an econ major.

Amazing. Very funny and makes econ interesting. Attendance not mandatory, online lockdown browser quizzes. Extra credit for showing up and raising your hand. He replies to emails on time.

Professor Lin made Microeconomics so enjoyable!! As an SIS student with little previous interest in economics, this class was eye-opening. The textbook is optional, and lectures are recorded, although I would recommend attending them in person, as it makes it much easier to get an A. He is so funny, and the class is quite engaging.

Professor Lin is amazing, he breaks down concepts easily with fun and interesting examples that give everyone a reasons to pay attention even in huge lecture. He even gives extra credit for students who ask questions or participate in his examples. Could not recommend him enough for any class he is the reason I became an economics major.

Take him!! He's engaging, funny, and can break down concepts well. The tests are very easy if you can do the quizzes, and there are so many extra credit opportunities, even if you don't like participating. Only complaint is his sense of ethics is kind of questionable...

Best lecturer I've ever had, and I have no interest in economics. Very helpful in breaking down material in class lect, though sometimes test/homework questions are more complicated than they seem. Weekly homework & lots of accessible TAs, with 3 tests similarly weighted and no "final" exam. Show up and participate for extra credit, ask questions!!

Funny, clear, concise lectures, very accessible outside of class and has clear grading criteria and lots of opportunities for extra credit. You can get an A in this class without attending once, but I would recommend just for the lecture quality. Has this class down to a science in the best way possible.

My absolute favorite professor so far. His lectures are engaging and for a class I was required to take I really enjoyed it. If you want to take micro then you should definitely try and get him as your professor. I highly recommend his class to anyone who is a visual learner and enjoys a more relaxed class vibe.

As someone who is not at all interested in Econ, I can confidently say Professor Lin is the best professor I have ever had. His lectures are funny, easy to follow and extremely informative. It's worth rearranging your entire schedule so you get this class.

Lin is really great at turning econ into something that's engaging. The class is very straightforward with multiple choice exams and homework, as well as extra credit opportunities. It's one of the less tedious required classes.

Attendance not mandatory. All lecture based which he videos so they can be watched online. The grade is based on nine homeworks and three tests with extra credit if you ask questions during class.

Professor Lin is, without a doubt, a fantastic lecturer who uses interesting examples and anecdotes to keep his course engaging. He gives practice exams and records all his lectures (although I would recommend going in person because Professor Lin is great).

Lectures are fun, engaging, and interesting. He makes econ easy to understand by using real world examples. Attendance is not mandatory and exams are virtual, open note, but locked.

A demon of the free market.

Prof. Lin's Microeconomics class has been polished and perfected to the point where even a middle schooler could excel. You don't need to show up to class if you don't want the extra credit, all lectures are recorded and available on Canvas. The tests are also online w/ lockdown browser. He is also extremely funny and caring. Great experience!

Dr. Lin is a cool guy. He really makes it easy, he was super helpful and let me take the final a week early so that I could go home a week sooner. Super chill and responsive to questions, quick to laugh and you get extra credit on exams for asking a question in class or answering his. All lectures are on Canvas and TAs do homework in office hours!

Possibly the easiest A at AU. You legit don't ever need to show up to class and can still get an easy A. Homework is 25 percent of the grade. Tests are all online, and 75 percent of the grade. Not a good class if you really want to learn a lot as Lin is not a great teacher but an easy A

The class I looked forward to this term. Classes are recorded lectures w/ optional attendance. 3 non-cumulative mult.-choice asynch open-note exams are 75% of grade. 6% extra credit (for our class) per exam for participation. Helps to print slides to take notes on in class. Uses applied examples, so PERFECT for social science majors. Easy homework.