Glen is probably the most demanding prof I've had, but also the most helpful. I have learned more in his class than in any other class I've taken. He's a great guy to talk with too.

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Probably one of the best teachers I've ever had. He explains everything perfectly.

Most boring teacher ever at U of O, still even after 4 years

lectures were clear and a little boring but he wasnt the most personable professor

He has high standards but helps you meet them, which I really like. I felt like I got my moneys worth.

My favorite professor at the University of Oregon. Very acerbic.

Dr Waddell cares about his students and how they do in the class. He really emphasizes intuition and I feel that I learned alot even though I only got a B. He also cares about students outside of class, which is nice. He really made me appreciate econ and he was the reason I switched my major.

I like him, enforces class ettiquete (did i spell that right?) Doesnt put up with ringing cell phones or people laughing away in their laptops. Very good at taking a very boring subject seem a lot less boring. Very helpful. If you HAVE to take EC 201, make sure he's teaching it.

I don't know what the Econ202 guy is commenting on... Waddell doesn't even teach 202. I know becasue I wanted to take it with him and he told me that he was not scheduled to teach macro. If he did teach it, I'd be there. He's the best prof I've had in three years.

He is a great teacher. He keeps describing the material until people stop asking questions. I think that this is great. He seems to be very boring, but you learn the material. He is really nice after class when asking him questions. The GTF never attended the lectures, and wasn't clear or even sure about what we were covering. I recommend Glen.

knows what he's teaching, but tests are pretty hard

I really enjoyed my class last term. Since then, I've spent the summer wondering if I should change my major to econ. If the rest of the econ department is at all like Waddell, I'd really be sold.

Glen's awesome. the class was really hard, but if you actaully try and put in the effort, he'll pick up on that and help you till the cows come home and you'll learn. really funny if you like dry humor. and no, he doesn't teach 202, he calls macro "a bunch of hand waiving."

I took this class last term. He was a bit dull but his lectures were interesting and comprehensible. The exams were a bit tough but my advice is to see him or your GTFs during office hours if you have any questions about the class; both will gladly help you. We hardly used the textbook but they are helpful.

knows his stuff.

Waddell is great. I so wish I had him in principles. I'm sitting with someone who did and she had such a strong start in econ and she thinks it has helped her in all of her classes. He's funny, too, in a smart way.

Glen is fantastic. He is fair and pushes anyone who is willing to learn as far as he can in 10 weeks. Those who aren't willing to invest shouldn't take his classes as he has a strange ability to target attention to those who are putting time in themselves.

Without a doubt the best professor I have had at this university. This class is difficult content and requires a lot of time. Effort is required to succeed. He is very efficient with class time..the most I have ever learned in a single economics class. Thought he was great and helpful.

I despise economics, but Waddell made the class somewhat interesting. I have no interest in econ so I never did well on the tests but he curved the class so much, I somehow managed to pull through with a B. Lectures are not posted so you should go to class. No textbook, no homework, and discussion is not even required. It's your own effort.

he was a really good professor. he is really clear with his power points that basically sums up the entire lecture. he posts the powerpoints online for you to study from. attendance is not mandatory for anything except for the mid terms and final. could be better about giving a study guide. but if you understand the lecutres, you will do fine

best prof ever!!! take him!

These comments are so pathetic and aren't at all what I experienced. I actually did go to class, and probably learned something every single time I was there. 40 percent get As or Bs, which is the department's expectation.

It's a shame that someone gets the reputation of a hard ass when he only demands what other professors should. I wish I could have taken more of his classes, as I feel like I've actually learned something for once.

He's a great prof and very knowledgeable. Does a great job explaining how everything works and relates. His tests are hard but fair. They require you to think beyond solving equations and regurgitating HW to show you really know the material. He doesn't require a book but lists texts for those who learn better by reading. My favorite prof so far.

He definitely knows what hes talking about, very smart guy. He doesn't require a textbook, everything you need to know is learned during lecture. One great thing about him is he doesnt put foreign material on exams, what you learn in class is what will exactly be on the tests. I highly recommend taking him for Econ 201, I wish he taught 202!

He was a smart guy and he was pretty fair in that what was on the test was lectured on in class, pay attention and you should be okay. Can be kind of boring, but everything he says is mostly relevant to the class and the tests. No homework or textbook, all tests with extra credit assignments.

Awesome. Even in a huge class, he calls on people, waits them out, tells them when they're right, and corrects them when they're wrong. Runs a facebook page and posts questions and discusses answers.

He's not a good choice for students who don't want to work hard. If you do though, I can't image a better professor. Initially I was intimidated, but when I talked with him I realized that he just wanted me to think for myself and was giving me room to make mistakes before just telling me what I wanted to hear. His has changed the way I think.

Glenn is one of the best Econ prof's I have had. He only gave us a final, but worked with us to get through our assignments. He made sure everyone could grasp what we were doing a kept us up to date with developing Economics.

May be the class I remember ten years from now.

Would recommend if you have prior econ experience. He covers content fast, but if it is review for you it is not hard. No text book, but powerpoints are detailed instead. He doesnt cover the full ppt, so the reading is in there. Not necessary to read or go if you are competent in econ. Section is optional too.

do extra credits

I think he's great. Hes hard but also teaches so well.

Not a bad class by any means, but it feels like more of a basic entry level class. Doesn't get too deep into any material and it wont take a lot of you time outside of class if you grasp concepts easily.

Glen is an AWESOME guy and professor. His lectures were super fun and he was hilarious. Absolutely no homework so your grade is based solely on two exams. Exams are fairly basic but your grade is depending on only that. Would recommend this professor.

He uses rich relevant examples, and pushes your thinking

Great lectures, moves a a fast pace, but it is an Executive MBA level course so appropriate given our positions. Learnd more in these few weeks than I thought possible.

This is one of the best classes I have taken. Based his course material solely on lectures, so there isn't a whole lot of outside material assistance, however this means that what you see in the lectures is what you get tested on. He is a great lecturer and always had entertaining classes. Take time to talk to him and introduce yourself.

Glen is incredibly smart and making introductory level courses a little rough. He's lectures are very engaging but there's no homework to practice the concepts. He likes to make you think and work for the correct answer. If you want an easy A, find a different professor. Glen wants you to actually learn. no textbook required: recommend getting one.

Awesome professor

Awesome professor, really want the students to think more about reality rather than books

I was worried going into the class but it quickly became my favorite class. His lecture style is engaging and understandable. Be prepared to take notes and to study hard for tests. Tests are the only source of points for your grade.

He was a solid professor given class was on zoom. No textbook or videos so all learning was based on in class discussion. Very well prepared and works with you.

Best professor I've had in a while, cares a lot about students and that they actually learn something. He will not assign useless homework or busy work and clearly knows that students have a life outside of school. Definitely take a class with him you won't regret it!

Easily one of my favorite professors so far. Really cares about his students and what he teaches. Only gives HW when necessary, grades easily but there are few assignments. Appreciates when students go the extra mile and participate (ex camera on, talk in class). Overall intelligent, great guy, would not hesitate to take a class from him again!

Professor Waddell changed the way I think of scientific studies and how bias permeates even when it is not intended. Great professor, he does not assign work which he does not deem necessary in order to reach his final goal, which is teaching the student about making educated decisions with data.

Glen is the type of professor who you can tell really loves their job and he's got a great sense of humor. Lectures are very entertaining because he goes very in-depth on the topics he's discussing; however, the only source of info he uses is the lectures so it's important to attend as many classes as you can.

This professor is very nice, funny and happy to help. There are only two midterms and a final exam. There is an option for four extra credit assignments worth 1% each. The lecture notes get posted after class every day so attendance is not really mandatory. The curve makes it so that 55% of the class gets A's and B's.

Two midterms and a final are the only grades in the class, with four extra credit opportunities worth one percent each. Posted slides have minimal information, so going to class is very helpful. 55% of the class automatically gets A's and B's due to his curve policy, so show up to class and you will do fine.

He knows what he's talking about. A good professor but to get a good grade you really have to remember the content.

I loved this class, it was really interesting and his lectures were really fun. Your whole grade is based off of 2 midterms and 1 final. Final was really difficult so take the midterms seriously and do all the extra credit that's available. 55% of the class automatically gets an A or B, heavy curve. I would recommend this teacher and course.

He's a funny guy but tests are very hard.

Dude is a legend. Your entire grade is just tests which works well for me. No HW or any other assignments besides 4 optional extra credit ones. He gave great feedback after each test and told you about your standing in the class. Highly recommend taking his class he keeps it interesting you never know where he is gonna take the lecture.

Grading was based on two midterms and one final so to succeed in Glen's class you need to be a good test taker and study before exams. Thats the only downside. He's super funny, there's no hw and he explains material well.

No homework, and you have to go to every single lecture to pass. He did great lectures but if you don't show up you are not passing.

One of my favorite classes so far. Found it easiest to not take many notes and just engage in what he's saying in class. If it's hard, you are probably play games during the lecture. The whole grade is just 3 tests, which is nice because I spend little to no time studying or doing work during the week. Hardest part of tests is the wordings.

Besides incredibly boring lectures and teaching content that isn't exactly applicable to other econ classes, glen is fine. if you pay attention and engage with his study guide/go to discussion you'll be fine. does brag about how half the class will fail, but class gets curved by basically a whole letter grade. an alright class at best

incredibly boring, but curriculum is easy if you spend the enough time with it. 3-4% extra credit, and class curved heavily. had a 79.9, was curved at least 13% to an A. majority of GEs were useless, and textbook was never used.

Doesn't give any homework. Basically just have to go to the lectures and you'll do fine. Only graded on 2 midterms and a final but they aren't too difficult. Class is curved. If you give any bit of effort can get an A- easily.

Goes way more in-depth during lectures than most other professors. Doesn't just read off of slideshow and is a really engaging speaker. No homework was assigned. After going to every class, nothing on the exams was surprising or new. Very straightforward but also super interesting class. Would definitely recommend.

Overall a great professor who really cares about his students' success. He does not give out homework although you are only graded on the two midterms and final. They are not hard if you take the time to take good notes and study for at least an hour or two. The discussion sections help a tremendous amount as well. open note tests and curved.

Lectures are long, but I found them somewhat engaging and interesting. If you are not interested in course material, this will be a tough class which he makes quite clear day one. Graded on two midterms and a final test only with a heavy curve applied to both. DO THE EXTRA CREDIT.

Great Professor if you choose to do well. His lectures are cut and dry and full of information. He doesn't require a textbook and everything you need to know for the class comes from him. He's really good at explaining economic theory if you pay attention. Only 3 thing in the gradebook are midterms and final. Study and the curve will get you.

Econ 300 level credit, Attendance is not mandatory, there was only a few assignments graded. Lectures were fun and informative. He grades on a curve so 55% of the class (including people who dropped) get a B- or better. Quizzes are very similar to material reviewed in class, not showing up and reviewing slides will not get you a B or better.

Glen is a nice but very straightforward, no-nonsense professor, always available to help with questions or rephrase ideas, even during the exams. The class is incredibly easy/manageable if you show up and/or have a general idea of what is happening. The tests and assignments are focused on general application, not specifics, to boost your grade.

I really don't get the low ratings for this guy, yes the only grades were tests but Econ is a hard class, you don't have to go to class and his lectures get boring but he gives you 20% of the test answers beforehand. Class felt very fair to students who wanted to succeed.

Be mindful that this class is only graded based on 3 exams. Attendance is not mandatory but if you want to learn the material you should go to class since there is no homework and no textbook. Occasionally I felt like the way he explained things was confusing, but mostly he was very clear. He is dry but he can be very entertaining.

Prof Waddell is great and I think he explains Ec 201 in a really understandable way, his lecture slides are organized but he does tend to talk a lot. If you want an A, go to class and stay the whole time, and go to discussion as well. Your grade is based only on 2 midterms and a final but he gives example questions and the GEs supply even more.

I read the reviews on this page before taking this class, and wasn't feeling great about it going in. I was pleasantly surprised by how engaging and interesting Waddell's lectures were. The only 3 things in the gradebook are the 2 midterms and the final, but there is a curve. He explained and taught the content in really helpful ways.

I cannot say this enough, Attend Office Hours! His class is graded on 3 things, 2 midterms and a final, asking questions in office hours helped me understand his material much easier. Also be sure to do all 4 extra credit assignments, it will help your grade majorly in the end. The class is curved