3.0

Ellen Lindemann

Economics - Raritan Valley Community College

3.0
Quality
3.9
Difficulty
28%
Would Retake
144
Reviews
3.0
Quality
3.9
Difficulty
3.0
Helpful
3.0
Clarity

28%

Would Retake

144

Reviews

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144 total ratings

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What Students Say

I do not recommend taking this professor

ECO101 - 1.0 rating

horrible at explaining the information within the class

ECON101 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

71%

Textbook Required

48%

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B+: 14
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C+: 8
C: 7
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Tough Grader (18)
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Skip class? You won't pass. (14)
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Reviews (143)
5.0
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ECON101
Aug 27, 2001

nice lady, only 3 tests, TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ARE GIVEN BEFOREHAND, NO HW!

5.0
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ECON
Apr 3, 2003

very good at teaching, gets her point across well, hard hard hard testing though

5.0
4.0
ECO102
Apr 16, 2003

nice ladie, very eloquent...hard testing

5.0
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ECON101
Nov 5, 2003

tests are exactly like the review sheet, moves fast in class but gives great notes, no need to buy the textbook, good attendance and class participation will earn her respect

5.0
2.0
ECO102
Apr 1, 2004

Great Professor, Test questions are taken from the review sheet she gives out. She's a realy live wire in class and knows how to make it fun and interesting. Makes a three hour class seem like nothing. Always willing to help a struggling student

5.0
3.0
ECO102
Apr 20, 2004

Hreat Professor, makes a three hour class fun and entertaining. Always willing to help a sruggling student in any way she can.

5.0
2.0
ECONOMICS
May 6, 2004

By far she is the best professor i have taken at RVCC. If you have to take Economics don't wait just take her.

5.0
4.0
ECON101
May 14, 2004

Wonderful teacher- my favorite at this college! Test questions are directly from the review sheet she gives you- you just have to memorize the answers beforehand. She actually makes economics fun! Just show up and learn!

5.0
2.0
ECON
Aug 22, 2004

By far the sweetest prof at RV. She makes the class interesting and enjoyable.

5.0
4.0
MICROECON
Oct 13, 2004

Lindemann has a different grading policy from any other teacher at RVCC for her, only a 94 and above is an A grade. For those of you who are looking to keep your grades up; consider Aronson.

5.0
2.0
MACROECON
Oct 26, 2004

Easy class. Gives review sheet with pretty much the exact questions for the tests. Goes over everything and u just have to study the review and u'll get a good grade on tests. Homework every once in a while which is only 1 question, not hard either! Very nice lady and made it interesting!

5.0
2.0
MICROECON
Nov 25, 2004

shes funny & very knowledgeable. gives you a study guide and makes you fill it out before the review class. will clarify any questions u may have on the study guide. u will have to know definitions and how to draw specific curves. other than that, Easy A. Just take good notes. Test is on class notes

5.0
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MICROECONOMICS
Dec 16, 2004

she was the best teacher i ever had! shes so animated, and keeps your attention. the review sheet covers everything that will be on your tests! It was really an enjoyable class.

4.0
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BUSI111
Dec 21, 2004

She was my worst professor ever at RV. She was a hard grader and there is no curve. She has an attitude problem. Takes attendance at the beginning of class and sometimes again after a break. Very very strict teacher. I'd never take her again.

5.0
2.0
MICROECON
Jan 7, 2005

I can honestly say I enjoyed Micro with a straight face. Very helpful and fair.

5.0
3.0
INTROTOBUS
Apr 7, 2005

A boring class only because it is a boring subject. She made it as interesting a she could. Gives out excellent review sheet before tests. No quizes, just show up and take GOOD notes. Surprised I got a B in the class.

3.0
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MICROECONOMICS
May 10, 2005

Very difficult, hard to follow, unrealistic expectations from students! I would not recommend her!

5.0
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INTERECONOMICS
Dec 22, 2005

I have had her for two semesters. She is really helpful and patient with you. She makes her classes interesting and fun. Def. take good notes. She gives you review sheets that covers everything that you'll need to study for tests. I def. recommend her if you are a Business major.

5.0
3.0
INTERECON
Jan 17, 2006

She was an excellent teacher. I enjoyed coming to this class. She did not lecture in a boring manner, and always encorporated the students into discussion. She gives review questions that appear almost exactly the same on the exam. I would highly recommend Mrs. Lindemann.

2.0
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ECON101
Jan 22, 2007

Terribly unclear. A student like me with straight A's did'nt do too wel. Tests are strictly based on lecture notes where she talk really fast and you can't get a chance to copy every thing. She does not discuss grades even if she's wrong. I didn't like her at all.

3.0
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ECON102
May 8, 2007

She is a very helpful teacher and pretty darn nice. However, she is one of the hardest graders I have ever had. You take a test thinking you did perfect and find out you almost failed. Dont take her unless you want to spend every minute of your life studying for no reason

4.0
4.0
ECON101
Jun 1, 2007

She is very nice teacher.. You take her test and you walk out thinking you did great but she takes off points for silly things!! She gives you a review sheet which is helpful but you have to find the answers on your own sometimes they arent in the book and that sux if you didnt copy all notes.

5.0
1.0
ECON102
Oct 24, 2007

ONE OF THE BEST TEACHERS I HAVE EVER HAD!! So straightforward and down-to-earth. Very easy to get an A if you go to class and pay attention. She's funny and friendly and overall an awesome teacher.

3.0
5.0
ECON101
Dec 4, 2007

Very strict, exams are essays and you must write word by word what she had said in class, and even might not get an A.

2.0
5.0
ECON101
Mar 27, 2008

This professor is not one that you want to take. All of her tests are short answer and many of them are worth alot of points so if you get one wrong you are out of luck. She does provide a study guide but then puts questions that weren't on the study guide on the tests. It seems like she doesn't care if you fail or succeed and grades very strict

5.0
4.0
ECON101
Apr 26, 2008

i got a D in her class, but only because i didn't show up for class. i'm retaking it this semester and i have to say she's a great teacher. if you show up for class and take notes you'll do well on the 3 tests in her macro class.

2.0
4.0
MACRO101
May 7, 2008

Do not take her i took her for macro and i ligitly took notes and did horrible on 2 tests one i studied my ass off and thought i would do good, she came to class always lookin pissed and complained when the class did bad on a test why we didn ask for help but when kids asked for help she puts them down DO not take

2.0
4.0
MACRO101
May 13, 2008

Worst teacher ever! She one of those teachers who just does her time, & answers no Questions. She'scomplainer & hates student body. She will definately give study guide that include 20 to 25 essay question with 20 vocab words & the only part you'll see on the test from the study guides R the Vocab words. She wants you to memarize text BOOK WORD2W

1.0
5.0
MACRO101
May 13, 2008

You don't want to take this teacher!She will give lectures and not pay attention to a student's need. Tough grader and has nasty attitude towards every student. She has 2 test and her final is an accumulative of the whole test book, which she want you to memorize. In another memorize the whole book to pass her class with a C or a D. Her A = 94

1.0
5.0
MACRO101
May 14, 2008

She has been a proffesor less than 5 yrs & she hates teaching. Has Hard essay questions and is a tough grader. doesn't give enough extra Credit to get your grade up. Do not expect any kind of help from her coz she hates to give any. If you want to pass the class memorize the text book and that too might not be enough. Go with Aronson!

4.0
5.0
ECON101
May 18, 2008

She is a good teacher that gives you great knowledge in the subjects she teaches. However, if you take her class be ready to work hard and study even harder.

1.0
5.0
MACRO101
Jun 16, 2008

WORST PROFF! EVER she wants students to fail her class. She hates to answer questions and hates to share the knowledge with the students. Her study guides are as vage as an ouline of an text book and she expects her answers to be exactly word to word from the text. If you want to pass her class then memorize the whole text W2W, and the lecturesW2W

2.0
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ECONMICR
Jul 9, 2008

I took her macro economics class and recieved a failing grade and the next semester I recieved a high B. Her tests are grueling with no multiple choice. Not only are the tests hard but she grades them even harder. She is a pleasant person but I wouldn't suggest this class.

1.0
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ECON101
Oct 15, 2008

One of the most boring classes ever, run by a teacher who is very arrogant, always referring to herself as an economist. I'd rather her refer to herself as a professor. Tests are all essay, she doesn't want you to do well...has a very bad attitude. DON'T TAKE HER CLASS

5.0
5.0
ECON102
Oct 29, 2008

she is a tough teacher and u will have to sutdy hard to pass, but she gives out a study guide and if u answer the study guide and study it u will do well on the tests. I got a b+ but worked hard

5.0
2.0
ECON101
Dec 12, 2008

Absolutely awesome teacher. Somehow manages to be energetic over a boring topic. Her tests are basically the review sheets she hands out and the lectures are way more helpful than reading.

5.0
3.0
ECON101
Jan 19, 2009

I really enjoyed her class and am going to take her again for Micro. She is one of the most helpful teachers I have ever had. Her tests are her review sheets so if you don't do them of course it will be hard. She will do anything to help you out. If you want to learn and do well she won't hesitate to help. Take NOTES!!

5.0
3.0
ECO101
Jul 13, 2009

Very good teacher. Made Economics seem interesting. Also a pretty easy grader. Always gave good reviews just before a test.

5.0
4.0
ECON2
Dec 11, 2009

Great but difficult. This is one of the few B's I've ever gotten

2.0
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ECON102
Jul 2, 2010

Took online during 6 wk summer. Had 2 postings/week and homework. Lots of writing for posts/discussions. Tests make you think - not as easy as the practice quizes. You'll think and learn a lot, but it's work! Suggest taking only her class if taking it online during the a summer session so you're not overwhelmed with studying.

4.0
4.0
ECON101
Oct 16, 2010

she's great! knows what she is doing. extremely hard class if you arent absolutely into it.

5.0
3.0
ECON101
Dec 10, 2010

I loved her! You have to work hard to study but you know exactly what she will ask on tests. She knows so much about her subject and loves teaching it. I would recommend her to anyone.

5.0
5.0
ECON102
May 6, 2011

She is a great crystal clear professor,only tests on what she goes over so take notes. Her tests are not multiple choices so you will have to memorize exact words to get the point for your answer. I have a great knowledge of the material she covers but for some reason can't get a good grade on her tests, I keep losing points for tiny imperfections

5.0
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ECON101
Oct 8, 2011

She is animated and fun, witty and topical. Prof. Lindemann is extremely entertaining and captures your attention. She spells out everything she will test you on, and is very detail oriented. You must know the material, but she hands it all to you giftwrapped.

3.0
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MICRO101
Feb 6, 2012

Don't not take her! She give only three tests and if you fail one your screwed. There open ended questions and I wrote word by word what she said in class and still got everything wrong. Nice lady but super hard and confusing

3.0
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ECON101
Feb 9, 2012

Going into Macroeconomics I was excited to learn more about the economy and how it works. After taking this class I never want hear about it again. Professor Lindemann was confusing and extremely difficult. Never clear on anything, and doesn't cut you ANY slack on the exams or on homework. DONT TAKE HER

2.0
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ECON102
May 21, 2012

shes terrible. shes the hardest grader ever. after every test I walk out thinking I just aced it. then next class I find out I got a C. she takes off a bunch of points if you get one little thing wrong, even if you get the basic concept. if you want an easy fun class then DONT TAKE HER

4.0
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ECON10105
Mar 8, 2013

Great professor! its hard work so if your one of those i dont like to do alot of work and earn a easy A do not take her...her exams are based of the review sheets she gives you so its nothing hard just alot of studyin. Shes clear and knows what she is talking about. Also very helpful if you go to her on her office hours....

4.0
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ECON101
May 20, 2013

She appreciates the students who see her during her office hours. If you go and ask for help (even if you do not need it) she will help with anything! The personal connection and your effort will help your overall grade. I learned this too late and received lower scores on the hws because they were not covered in class.

4.0
4.0
MACROECONOMICS
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Nov 10, 2013

Good speaker kept me interested and engaged. Her tests are absolutely brutal. Lost points for thing like not using jargon. Don't recommend unless you don't care about gpa or are extremely book smart.

3.0
5.0
ECON10106
Jan 28, 2014

This professor is really hard!! She is a very nice lady but I would never ever take her again. She gives way to much work and her tests are impossible to pass!

5.0
3.0
ECON101102
Grade: B
Feb 10, 2014

She is a great professor. This is only if you are able to take good notes and pay attention. Very straight forward grader. Do ALL the homework..easy enough points. The tests can be difficult, but her study guides really do help. If you want an opportunity to learn a lot from a motivated and passionate prof. take her!

4.0
3.0
ECON10104
May 12, 2014

Love'd this professor. She's very nice and is willing to help you as long as you ask. The class isn't easy in material so I'd advise avoid skipping for dumb reasons bc every class is crucial to the homework and test and she divides your grade between them. It sounds like a pain, but I'd recommend you not skip any, they help a lot on reviews.

4.0
4.0
MICROECON
Jun 16, 2014

She is a tough teacher but you will learn a lot In order to do well you MUST take good notes and pay attention. 10 homeworks and 3 tests. The homework will save your grade if you do all. the tests can be pretty hard, but if you really really study you will do well. She presents the info fairly clearly and grades a bit hard. take her if you have to

4.0
1.0
MICRO
Sep 2, 2014

Easy class online. Take in the summer. Read PowerPoint slides and answer the posts completely. 2 tests m/c. Use practice tests (not graded) as guide.

5.0
4.0
ECON10101
Nov 16, 2014

I love Ellen Lindemann. She is amazing professor with so much knowledge of her subject. She is ALWAYS willing to help. Although she is a tough grader, her study guides are exactly what you need to know for the test. She has met up with me multiple times outside of school and gives you the entire class prior to your test for questions. TAKE HER!!!!

5.0
5.0
MACRO
Grade: C
Dec 2, 2014

Although she grades VERY tough, she is crystal clear about what she wants. Every question that is on the test is also on the review sheet, so its easy to prepare. Only gave out 10 short homework assignments throughout the semester. Extra credit opportunities are available, but they're not worth too much. Very nice, animated lady, kept me engaged.

4.0
5.0
MACROECONOMICS
Grade: C
Dec 17, 2014

Had Lindemann for Macro-econ. It is a tough class but she tries to make it interesting. If you have her as a professor be sure to take A LOT OF NOTES. On tests if you dont answer the question EXACTLY the way she wants it worded, she will take off points.

3.0
4.0
ECON102
Mar 23, 2015

Not for the faint of heart. You will feel like you did well on the test, then find out you scored poorly. She is looking for WORD-FOR-WORD answers from the lecture or the textbook. Critical thinking and deductive reasoning are DISCOURAGED. Take notes and memorize them - or fail. Visit office hours to have material worthlessly regurgitated at you.

3.0
5.0
ECON102
Grade: A+
Apr 19, 2015

She's one of the nicest ladies out there, but honestly this is the hardest class I've ever taken. I'd feel like I'd being doing an incredible job on the test and then get it back and get a 60 without understanding what I did wrong. Very, very tough professor beware.

2.0
4.0
ECON102
Aug 15, 2015

Horrible professor. Tests are only open-ended answers & if you don't give a word for word answer of what she wants she'll take points off. Not clear at all and considering her horrible grading, she only gives 3 homework's worth 10 points each. Otherwise all other grades are depended on midterm and final. Advise NOT TO TAKE!

4.0
3.0
ECON101
Grade: A
Nov 4, 2015

Took macro online. Three homework assignments, two weekly forum posts, and a midterm and final, noncumulative. Set clear grading criteria in the syllabus. Not a hard class if you put in some time. Her "A" grade is a 94, higher than usual, so you need to work harder for an A.

5.0
4.0
ECO101
Grade: B
Mar 23, 2016

Grading is extremely picky, if you answer a question without the exact wording she wants you will lose credit.

5.0
3.0
ECON101
Grade: B+
Mar 31, 2016

Other than the memorizing required for tests and the 94% requirement for an A (less than that is a B+), there are no other complaints about this professor. Dr. Lindemann is very engaging with her lectures, particularly when she includes students as characters in hypothetical scenarios. If you don't mind getting less than an A, take her class!

3.0
5.0
ECO101
Grade: F
Apr 13, 2016

DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS!!! Honestly, I got F from the class because her exams are really hard. If your can remember a lot stuffs than she gives you, ok you can take her class. All three exams were ALL essay questions. Even though she gives you review papers before the exam but still really hard, she always can find something to take away ur points.

5.0
2.0
ECO102
Apr 17, 2016

By far my favorite professor at RV. Class is always interesting and she's the nicest lady. Yes there is homework, but they are super short and only take about 10 minutes to do and it really helps you learn the material. Tests are easy if you do the study guide. The study guide is literally the test questions so if you do those you will be fine!

4.0
4.0
ECON101
Grade: B+
May 11, 2016

You have to go to class because she grades the exams really harshly, and expects you to remember little things she noted in class. She's always available for extra help but studying and attendance is a must. Would not take again since tests are open-ended.

5.0
3.0
ECON102
Grade: A+
May 22, 2016

Dr. Lindemann really made microeconomics much more interesting than I thought it would be. She expects comprehensive and word for word answers on her 3 exams and home works but in turn, she supplies comprehensive review sheets that she pulls questions from. Have her check your answers on there and you will be fine! Amazing professor. Very helpful.

3.0
4.0
ECON101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

Prof. Lindemann was super lecture heavy. You have to attend class to have all the notes, if you miss a class you miss about two pages of notes. She is a tough grader and looks for verbatim answers from the definitions she provides. I enjoyed her lectures because she was passionate about econ, however it was a struggle to receive a B in her class.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
ECO101
Grade: C
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

I enjoyed Prof. Lindemann's lectures however I just finished her course and I struggled to receive a C. This class is extremely difficult due to her grading, she is a very tough grader and you really have to study. The final exam was nearly impossible. I studied for a week before hand and somehow scored only a 70. Very confused and disappointed.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
5.0
ECON-101-05
Dec 19, 2016
Would take again

Not an easy class, but a fair and reasonable work load. She grades pretty tough, but the class is rewarding.

Tough Grader
LECTURE HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
ECON101
Apr 4, 2017
Would take again

Lectures well, clear with her message. Only downside is when it comes time for grading she wants to see exactly what she wants to see for credit, and that goes for tests and homework.

Tough Grader
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ECON101
Apr 5, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Terrible professor. horrible at explaining the information within the class. Very hard grader. Graded on few things in the class(3 exams basically your fate in the class). She expects for the student to use the specific jargon of the class in the explanations even though what you write is correct and will take off points for it.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
3.0
ECO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 28, 2017
Wouldn't take again

she gives 10 homework and 3 test for the whole semester. each homework is worth 10 points and each test is worth 100 each. it doesn't sound that bad till you get your test back and see she took points off for not using the exact definition of things but explained it in your own words. unless you can memorize a bunch of vocab i wouldn't take her.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
ECON102
Grade: B+
May 7, 2017
Would take again

I loved Prof. Lindemann. She was so kind and genuine to all of her students. She is always available-just send her an email! She explains her material incredibly well, although her exams are difficult you will definitely walk away with knowledge of the subject.

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
3.0
ECO101
Grade: B
May 9, 2017
Would take again

When it comes to tests they were hard if you didn't study. If you studied what was on the review sheet you ill be fine. She doesn't add anything to the test that is not on the review sheet. Pay attention and take notes and you will be fine! Her lectures are easy to pay attention too.

Tough Grader
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
ECO102
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 6, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This professor gives great lectures, but she is the TOUGHEST grader on tests. She basically wants you to write exactly what she states in class, if not, you lose points easily on her exams. Our class average was a 60 on our first exam.... I DON'T recommend her unless you're extremely confident in this course

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
MACRO101
Grade: D+
Dec 16, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Expects you to answer her tests the way she says in her lectures. book definitions don't get you full credit. She never uses Power point or slides. and only writes a few words on the board with no description.

Tough Grader
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
ECON101
Grade: C+
Dec 22, 2017
Would take again

Learned lots! Interesting lectures but they do drag on occasionally. Beware, only 10 hws & 3 exams so if youre lazy (like me), it's easy for your grade to plummet. Exams are fair & thorough - taking notes & filling study guide helps. If you arent a business-related major it may seem overwhelming at first. She is VERY strict about HW due dates!

Tough Grader
Tests? Not many
Clear grading criteria
2.0
5.0
ECO101
Grade: F
Jan 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Test are crazy hard! Beware, if you don't write what she says and how she says it in class you will fail her tests. very tough grader! I answered all of the question on test #2 how she said things and I still got a 62. If you skip a class you will fail. However, if you go to her during office hours to ask her for help she is very helpful.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tests are tough
1.0
5.0
MICRO101
Grade: A+
Jan 29, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Must make a 94 for an A. Does not give usful feedback. Will give homework assignments with little guidance. Youre on in this Class, and the prof isnt concerned with your success.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
ECON101
Grade: B+
Jan 30, 2018
Would take again

Very tough grader but this class isnt impossible to do well in like the other reviews say. You need to work for your grade & understand material. BE SURE to go to class and write what she says WORD FOR WORD. She will usually emphasize the important things. Tests are all essay questions and a 94 or above is an A. Just do the work, basically.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
ECON101
Grade: A
Feb 3, 2018
Would take again

Prof gives really good lectures. The homework she gives are a good practice for what she teaches in class. Her grading criteria is slightly above rest of the professors which I think is absolutely fine looking at the work she herself puts in, and expects her students to do the same. Easy to talk to and gives good examples to explain concepts.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ECO101
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 3, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I do not recommend taking this professor. Her lectures and workload are heavy, tests are all short answer and I don't recommend taking her as a professor for this class if you don't want to deal with five pages of short answer tests. As a student with a full-time schedule, she makes it so that I have to focus on my other classes less.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
5.0
ECO102
Grade: A
May 9, 2018
Would take again

Physically aged 10+ years from the workload, but was rewarding. Did well, but it was the hardest class that I've ever taken in my entire life. If you do not absolutely love the subject, take the class with the easy professor.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
ECON102
Grade: B+
May 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Her grading scale has a 94 and below as a B, yet she grades homeworks and projects as if a 90 is an A.

Tough Grader
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
3.0
5.0
ECO101
Grade: F
Jul 3, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Brutal Test's. Failed her class twice, insane amount of information to retain. Only talks during class (not how I learn). Would not recommend if you don't do well focusing for 2 hours.

Tough Grader
5.0
2.0
ECON101
Nov 5, 2018
Would take again

Easy class if you work for your grade, make sure you study, Lindemann really knows what she's talking about and I loved being taught by a very intelligent professor. Stay on top of everything and you will do very well. I highly recommend going to every class. She does take attendance. There's a ton of extra credit too.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
ECO102
Nov 20, 2018
Wouldn't take again

94 and above is an A which is absolutely bizarre. All of her tests are short answers and they have to be on point. Would not recommend her unless you want your other class grades to suffer

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
4.0
4.0
MACRO101
Nov 27, 2018
Would take again

Good professor, Don't let the reviews scare you. The class isn't a breeze but if you pay attention or took business / economics related classes in highschool you'll be fine because you'll have a strong enough background for this class. The grading on the tests can be pretty tough but the questions are easy so beware of silly mistakes.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
ECO101
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

definitely not an easy A by any means because an A is a 94 or above but it is manageable. By taking extremely good notes on everything she lectures and studying extremely before the tests and making sure your homework is done correctly youre fine. She is a very helpful, nice and funny professor, tough grader, but clear about her requirements!

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
ECO102
May 3, 2019
Would take again

She's awesome really recommend her! She's gives timely feedback on tests and homework. It's not too homework heavy but its a manageable amount of homework given. Her lectures are easy to take notes on because she explains the material clearly. She gives study guides what is expected on her tests making it very clear to study. She is very caring

Graded by few things
Caring
Tough grader
4.0
5.0
ECON10102
Jul 13, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This is the toughest teacher you will ever have, however she gives extra credit and actually answers questions amazingly. You can tell she is tough because she cares about her job. Tests are very hard and lectures are talk heavy, but it is possible to pass.

Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
ECON102
Grade: B
Nov 22, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I took this professors online class for both micro and macroeconomics. Her grading is honestly all over the place. I find there is no consistency with how she grades discussion boards and homework assignments. She post a grading rubric that states what shes looking for but its still not helpful. Also- quizlet is a big help on all her exams.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MACRO101
Grade: F
Jan 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is the worst professor Ive ever had and makes the class almost impossible. If you are familiar with macroeconomics and are confident in your knowledge go right ahead but if not definitely AVOID HER. There is only 10 homeworks and 3 tests including the final. Textbook is worthless as her definitions word by word only count for points on tests.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
ECON102
Grade: C
Apr 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She straight-up sucks. Her tests are IMPOSSIBLE. If you do one thing wrong you get a zero on the assignment. Her grading criteria are completely unfair, you have to get a grade above 94 for an A. It is impossible to get a great test grade, all of the tests are open-ended so if you don't write her exact thoughts on the test its wrong. DO NOT TAKE!!!

Test heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
ECON10101
May 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Her tests are all essay questions and they must be in the same words as she discussed in class. An A is a 94 which is very difficult to achieve by the way she grades things. There are only 3 tests And 10 Homework assignments.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
ECON102
Grade: B+
May 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Only accepts her definitions/answers--textbook will only help you on the material that she doesn't cover in class, and even then, it's shaky. Wouldn't have rated her difficulty so high if the grading scale weren't so ridiculous--to get an A, you need 94%.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
ECO101
Grade: B-
Oct 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is very liberal. Constantly talking about Karl Marx. (His economic theories are a joke theyve never worked) she grades tests down to your definition being so exact with hers or its a 0. Same with homeworks. You can have the right answer & concept. and shell mark it wrong. Class average on 1st test was a 61% thats a failure on her part imo

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
1.0
ECO101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 11, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Tests make up the majority of the grade. The class average on the first test was in the low 60's... This just tells you there is a failure here on HER part. for a basic economics class she grades so specifically, if definitions don't match her verbatim you get a 0 on the Q. I was getting 100s on HW but F's on tests. if you care about your gpa dont

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ECO101
Apr 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Test answers have to be directly from her lectures slides, and also have to be word for word. It's really frustrating because if you answer using terms/phrasing from the textbook or the powerpoint slides (which are different than the lecture slides), she will take points off. :(

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
ECON101
Grade: C-
Apr 20, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Professor Lindemann is very genuine and kind. But all tests and quizzes have to be in her exact words. If you use a textbook or online she will take points off, and Ive even gotten 0s on assignments when I wrote things in her words. She wont even give partial credit if you got one small thing wrong. Would not recommend.

Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ECO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 13, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The hardest professor I've had at RVCC she is knowledgeable about the subject but she doesn't lecture what results on tests. Her tests are very hard any many concepts all in one to remember also if your answer is even a tad different than her words points off highly do not recommend taking this class if you don't have to.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
ECON101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 1, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Worst class I've ever taken at RVCC. I would not recommend her to anyone. Her lectures are long and barely touch on what you need to know to do a good job on the homework or discussions. Constantly posts the wrong material for the week and you end up looking online for every answer or explanation. Do not take her class if you can avoid her.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
ECO101
Grade: C
Dec 13, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Professor Lindemann gives great lectures and is a very nice woman. However the tests are crazy hard theres only 10 homeworks a year so if you get bad grades on any, it drops your average. Everything must also be in her own words or is marked wrong. You must also be an amazing notetaker since everything on the test is given in the lecture.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ECO101
Grade: C
Apr 7, 2022

BEWARE! Even if you study hard, you won't do well. Even if you get the answer correct, she'll mark it wrong because it's not in her exact words.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
ECO102
Grade: C
Apr 14, 2022

So I am taking her class currently and I only needed Microecon for credit she is absolutely no help at all in-office hours I ask her questions because I need help and all she says is it's in the notes or we go over it in class. Avoid her at all costs, only 10 homework grades, exams need to be in her words or you won't get credit

Tough grader
Graded by few things
2.0
5.0
ECO102
Grade: C+
May 11, 2022

Avoid her if you can. Good lecturer and storyteller. But she's a ruthless grader. Her grading system makes no sense and there are so few hws and tests, meaning you're forced to do good on them or else you're screwed. I did great in Calc I and Stats 2, and still her grading made me feel stupid. Everything must be in her exact words. lots2memorize.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
4.0
ECO102
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 15, 2022

Her class is incredibly boring. Her stories are awful and take up half the class time and I often fail to see the relevance of them. She is very bad at going over the material, she just writes terms on the board and repeats the definitions. After the second test, half of the class had to withdraw. Should tell you just how bad of a teacher she is

Tough grader
Get ready to read
So many papers
1.0
5.0
ECO101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 11, 2022

Terrible. I am not sure what kind of person grades the way she does, but I would love to meet someone who has got an A in her class. Doesn't seem possible. Just drop it. Not worth it regardless of the class. Just take a different teacher, there is literally not a worse teacher than her.

Tough grader
2.0
4.0
ECO102
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 4, 2022

mid af

Tough grader
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
MACROECONOMICS
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 9, 2022

To be honest. She is not a great prof and does not grade properly. She is very test heavy and if you do bad on one, you won't get an A. She doesn't give you the correct definitions and on tests everything needs to be in her words otherwise it is wrong. DO NOT TAKE. DO NOT HAVE HER. not a fan.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
ECON10105
Grade: C-
Nov 29, 2022

her class is pretty tough, but if you take time and study you are able to do well. She does take points off if the definitions are not in her words. Also, she takes points off for unnecessary things as well. Not the best class and is a pretty tough grader as well.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MACROECONOMICS
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 30, 2022

The class is extremely hard first and foremost. If you are planning on studying all day for just an average grade then go right ahead. She is insanely tough on all of her gradings and really does the most to take points off for the most minimal things. Only 10 homework assignments with 3 exams including the final. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS!

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
4.0
4.0
ECO102
Grade: B+
Mar 16, 2023

One thing about her is that her tests require almost exact definitions. You probably will never ace a test but there are multiple extra credit opportunities by going to presentations and writing a reflection on them. No group work, mostly all lectures. Memorize all definitions and concepts and you'll get an A.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
ECO101
Grade: Incomplete
Apr 4, 2023

Awful, you can study from the $200!!!! textbook but you wont pass. She only likes answers that come straight from her mouth so the textbook is worth nothing due to those examples not being her "word for word".

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
ECON101
Grade: C+
Apr 11, 2023

She was very enthusiastic about teaching but she is an extremely tough grader I had an overall of a 79.75 and should wouldn't round my final grade average up to an 80.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
2.0
3.0
ECO102
Grade: B+
May 10, 2023

Absolute reliance on a grading rubric. Weekly discussions seem to be graded exclusively on wordcount. I strongly suspect it doesn't matter what you actually write. Never received any feedback from a discussion. Uneven work distribution. Check the syllabus for planning. Tests are easy relative to the material. She can be extremely direct via email.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
MICROECONOMICS
Grade: B+
May 23, 2023
Would take again

only 3 exams worth 100 points each, and 10 homework worth 10 point each. gives you the material needed. always available at office hours. she doesn't mind if you show up late, or don't come to class. has lectures recorded online. provides extra credit. tough class, but gives you everything you need to do well., if your willing to put in some work.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
MACROECONOMICS
Grade: B+
Jun 27, 2023
Would take again

I LOVE Dr. Lindemann!! Don't buy the textbook she doesn't use it, tests are hard STUDY, long lectures ASK ABT ALL QUESTIONS ON THE GUIDE, take good notes, she's very nice and funny, homework is important so do it early, she will correct your study guides if you finish it early DO IT, she is more lenient with involved students, responds to emails!!

Tough grader
Inspirational
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
MICROECONOMICS
Grade: B-
Jun 27, 2023
Would take again

I took her for macro & micro I LOVE her! Not a lot of people take this class so she gets happy when she sees familiar faces. Take good notes, ASK ABT THE QUESTIONS ON THE GUIDE, hw and test heavy, responds to emails, finish ur guide EARLY and she will correct/finish it, she loves econ and she's a great teacher!!

Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
ECO102
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 6, 2023

Took Professor Ellan as a requirement for Engineering. If you did not answer verbatim from what she says in lecture you can expect a 50 on the tests. If you absolutely have to take, write down everything she says, even the weird stuff. Then just memorize and forget everything when you're done. 3 exams, 10 HW assignments. Make sure you turn them in

Tough grader
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
MACROECONOMICS
Grade: A+
Aug 18, 2023
Would take again

I can't speak about her in-person classes, but i took her online Macroeconomics class this summer and it was honestly not that bad. As long as you know how to manage your time well, watch the lecture videos, skim the textbook, and understand the concept to the point where you can explain it to the class in your own words, you'll do more then fine.

Clear grading criteria
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ECO101
Grade: C+
Nov 13, 2023
Would take again

Professor Lindemann is very nice and understanding; she makes sure her students comprehend the material. She does not assign homework every day, and when she does, it is only a few questions. One of the best professors I have had, I highly recommend taking her class.

1.0
2.0
ECO101
Mar 12, 2024

She's very adamant with due dates, not flexible about things in class and doesn't really adjust to student circumstances. Class is overall okay, lecturing is decent. Just not a very pleasant and approachable person and difficult to work with. At times, will not listen to student concerns. Would not recommend and will not take this professor again.

1.0
1.0
ECO101
Mar 12, 2024

Can be disrespectful, especially over email. Very intense during lectures. Always makes students feel like they are a bother for asking questions or raising concerns. Overall very disappointing attitude and treatment of many students. Definitely not like the other kind professors at RVCC.

4.0
1.0
ECO101
Grade: C+
May 7, 2024
Would take again

Overall she wasn't a terrible professor, I took the online macroeconomics and as an online class it was a joke. One assignment a week, a discussion question, and a homework problem. the midterm took me maybe 20 minutes and the final maybe 30 minutes.

Graded by few things
1.0
4.0
ECON101
Grade: B+
Jun 27, 2024

I received a 93 in the class and got a B. Prof uses her own grading system, you need a 94 or above to get an A. I nor anyone I know has had a professor at RVCC that does the same. My 4.0 is ruined because I got a 93 in a class that has nothing to do with my major and I was taking just for the credits.

Tough grader
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
MACROECONOMICS
Grade: B+
Nov 13, 2024
Would take again

- Very willing to answer questions - Respectful of your time - Comprehensive and digestible lectures - Not strict - Replies quick - Not flexible with grading - Lectures are very important (New information every lecture) - Textbook not paramount

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
3.0
3.0
ECO101
Grade: B-
Nov 30, 2024

Professor Lindemann's class was a mixed bag. While some found her lectures helpful, others felt she lacked flexibility and approachability. Unstuck AI proved a useful study aid to supplement the textbook.

2.0
4.0
ECON101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 12, 2024

ECON101 Online. Does not offer accommodations. Every other professor was willing and very receptive to finding a compromise to accommodate, Prof Lindemann was not. Treated it like it was a hassle. Based off her reviews, I don't think it would've been difficult for her to provide a few assignments ahead of when she was going to release them.

1.0
4.0
MACROECONOMICS
Grade: B
Jan 22, 2025

You can only use her work and whatever she explains at class, any information from other sources is incorrect from her point of view. Lectures are boring and she is very strict when it comes to grading both homework and exams. Wouldn't recommend taking any economics class with her at all.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
MACROECONOMICS
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 5, 2025

She didn't teach very straightforward and her notes weren't good

Tough grader
So many papers
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
ECON101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 8, 2025

So rude, don't buy the textbook it won't help you. If you use the textbook and you answer a question on the exams with that information she won't mark it correct because it wasn't in her words. Can't use any outside resources.

Tough grader
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
ECO101
Grade: D+
Apr 14, 2025

honestly wouldn't recommend too much lecture. never passed an exam because if what you write is not in her words it's WRONG. you only have a few assignments to do which are out of 10 points and if you dont get the full 10 your grade is dropping. she also goes from a point system i dont undertand. exams are also majority of your grade!

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
ECO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 17, 2025

Dont take her, even if shes the only professor left. If you dont write her exact words its wrong since shes so entitled. She tries to act all sweet but the second you ask her for something she throws a fit like a 5th grader and gives you attitude.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
ECON101
Grade: Not sure yet
May 6, 2025

Do not take her! Really bad at explaining and has an attitude towards the class. Every class you'll notice less and less people.

Tough grader
3.0
5.0
BUSI111
Grade: B+
May 14, 2025

I had her for business law and i'm mixed. On one hand she wasn't a bad professor by any means, but I know that I definitely could've gotten a better grade if she was less strict. I think she's a very tough grader and you may be better elsewhere as homework and tests alone are worth half of your entire grade.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MACROECON
Grade: C+
May 14, 2025

She is very difficult to take. Expect low homework grades. She's pretty unhelpful and doesn't offer a lot outside of class.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
4.0
ECON101
Grade: B+
Jun 11, 2025

her lectures are extremely boring and she coughs into the mic/clears her throat in half the video, she speaks extremely slow and does not talk about any relevance that is on the exams. she is rude in responses to emails, her exams are heavily weighted, she offers no support. if you do not follow the rubric exactly she will give you a 3/8.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
ECON10102
Grade: C+
Dec 17, 2025

This teacher was one of the worst. I am usually an A student but she made her class so difficult. There is only around 10 things in the grade book, 3 of which are tests. No multiple choice only free response on all assignments and tests. Your answers have to be exactly what she says word for word or else it will be marked wrong. Don't take her.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
ECON101
Grade: F
Dec 17, 2025

i just wanted to say this course was not worth taking, very harsh grader and not willing to help you out. if you have to take macro at raritan valley community college take literally any other professor besides her.

Tough grader
2.0
4.0
ECO101
Grade: C+
Dec 18, 2025

While she's a good public speaker, she feels very out of touch. She's not very open to talking outside of lecture, plus she's an extremely harsh grader. Rephrasing anything loses you points, which makes the exams (all open-ended by the way) extremely difficult. To pass, you really need to drill EVERY, and I mean EVERYTHING she says into your head.

Tough grader
Test heavy
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