Though a very difficult teacher, this class was one of my favorites at BYU.

Life-changing class. Completely transformed the way I see the world. Unbelievably dynamic lecturer. Prepare yourself for fireworks Expect hard tests, but not nearly as bad as everyone says.

Kearl is one of the best lecturers on earth. The class is life changing. It has been one of my favorite classes ever taken. The homework assignments are a little daunting, especially at the beginning of the class. Keys to success: tick with it and go to every lecture and pay attention. Find a way to stay awake if you have problems with it.

Kearl is a fantastic professor with an incredible background in economics. He doesn't care about how many facts you can barf out on the midterm so don't take this class if you just want to memorize things. He will totally change the way you think and has a talent for simplifying really complicated concepts. Easily the best professor at BYU.

Took this guy as a first semester Freshman; still made it out with a B+. Amazing lecturer. If you truly want to learn Econ, take it from Kearl; if you want an easy A, take it from Pope or Showalter.

Great class, completely changed my life. I'm a new man. Rebirth. Seriously, it was really good, but really hard.

This class was definitely difficult and a lot of work. However, I learned a lot of useful economics and I really enjoyed the lectures. I would recommend it, just keep in mind it's a bit tough.

His last lecture is good, but people overrate it. It's like they've never heard a good talk before. Extremely talented professor. Very knowledgeable. It requires work, but it's not death like people say. I highly recommend this class. You'll learn a lot and be able to understand public policy and economic principles clearly. I respect Kearl a lot.

DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS FROM ANYONE ELSE! Kearl's class was one of the hardest classes I have ever taken,but I learned so much. Weekly packets of homework are time consuming but helpful. Go to lectures for sure and get to know your TAs they can help you out quite a bit. The last lecture of the semester is totally worth everything. Kearl is the best.

Dr. Kearl is a great professor. Not only will you learn a lot about economic analysis, but a lot about life as well (last lecture is great). It's not impossible to get a good grade. Work hard. He is intimidating but surprisingly approachable in his office. Do all the homework to REALLY understand it. If you do this, the tests are reasonable.

Kearl has quite the reputation at BYU, it seems like most people are terrified by the prospect of his classes, but I actually enjoyed him very much as a lecturer. I got an A in the course, and my secret was attending as many recitation sessions as possible, and I would also try and do my HW in the Econ Lab, even if I didn't need help.

This is an extremely challenging class. But Kearl is one of the most brilliant people you will ever meet and his lectures are very interesting. It just requires some serious work. Use the TA lab, keep up with the reading, and take copious notes. I would recommend this class to anyone, but be prepared for a challenge.

Professor Kearl is a great professor. His lectures are very entertaining and you learn a lot. While his tests can be difficult if you go to class and read the textbook and study you can do well on them. Take it from Professor Kearl if you really want to learn the material.

I love Dr. Kearl's lectures. He is a lot more relate-able than he was in 110. Class was interesting and TAs are there to help, but test preparation was somewhat ambiguous. You must understand the material beyond simple regurgitation. Grade is based on one midterm, a technical memo, and a final exam. Homework comes from the textbook. Good luck!

One of my favorite teachers at BYU. His class gets a rap for being hard but it's completely reasonable, my Book of Mormon class is much harder.

This class is tough. Granted, I am a first-semester freshman. If you want to do well in this class, I would HIGHLY recommend going to the TA recitation sessions and the lab. They are wonderful. This class was killer, but I learned So much. Don't be scared of Kearl. His lectures are FANTASTIC. He knows his stuff. I would recommend it.

Best class I've taken (so far) at BYU. One of the hardest, but the sacrifice, the work, and the effort inspired true learning. I loved this course. Take it from Kearl.

He is a great teacher and know the material very well, i haven't done the reading all semester and have still gotten B+ - A on the tests. if you put the effort its not too difficult.

I've never had to spend more time in a single class before, and I've never learned more. Most rewarding class I've taken. If you want to learn Economics, take it from this guy, if you are just trying to make it into the business program.. you could take it from the other guys.. but you'd learn way less and probably get the same grade in the end:

Many people do not take classes from Kearl because they have heard he is a challenging professor. However, from those who take not only Econ 110 from him, but also upper level classes like Law & Economics or Antitrust & Regulation know that he is the most brilliant Econ professor at BYU. He did post-graduate work at Harvard Law is acclaimed nat'nwd

Kearl was my favorite lecturer. He is entertaining and sometimes funny. As people say, the tests are difficult. It's because the tests are more about being able to apply what you learn, not just memorizing what the book tells you and regurgitating it on the test. Overall, I felt like this class really taught me how to think. Highly recommend.

Professor Kearl is phenomenal. His lectures are absolutely amazing and this class requires a ton of time to get the grade you want. His tests are super hard, and the homework each week is insanely long. To get an A? Go to as many recitations as you can, and work your butt off! If you want to learn economics, take it from Kearl and him only!

I took Professor Kearls class about 12 years ago. He challenged my way of thinking, my sense of right and wrong ("Who's against child labor? You want children to starve?!", and ultimately my life plan. He inspired me to get my Ph.D. in econ and today I'm professor trying to challenge students myself. Amazing life changing class. Thanks.

Dr. Kearl is the best professor I have had at BYU. I don't know why he gets so much flack. Probably because all of the business students get there feelings hurt when they don't come out with an A. If you want to learn how to think about the world and be inspired you should take Kearl! Spend time at the recitations and in the lab and study hard!!

Kearl is a fantastic teacher. He makes all of the concepts he teaches easy to understand. His tests are way harder than the weekly assignments. Class is a necessity, and it is actually really interesting. He explains everything with multiple examples so that you can relate and understand.

It IS super hard, but I didn't know anything about Economics beforehand and I left loving it! I don't think I've ever learned more from a class! . But if you go to class and take notes, get in a study group, and GO TO THE TAs (Literally a life saver!!!) You can totally pass. He also curvesbumps a ton (I had a 75% but got a A- in the class!)

Dr. Kearl is a great teacher. His lectures are always interesting and his method of teaching made it really easy for me to understand the concepts. The weekly homework assignments are very helpful for comprehension. The TA recitation sections were also helpful. Your grade is based on 3 tests, but the class is curved. The tests are hard, but doable.

Professor is very intelligent and although I graduated 3 years ago from BYU I still apply principals taught by Kearl in the work I do as a pricing analyst for a large corporation.

Awesome class. Great lecturer. You will learn a significant amount. But boy, this is a tough class with hard tests. As long as you really understand the material you will do fine though, but it will take work!

This class made me grow and think A LOT. Professor Kearl really knows his stuff though. If you want to do well then read the book, attend a recitation session regularly, and also study with a group.

Dr. Kearl really knows his stuff. There is a lot of homework but it is very useful in preparing for the exams. The grades are based entirely on the exams, 50% on the final. Going to the lab is a must. The TAs are great. I've taken this class from Kearl and Pope and even though this class was harder, I felt better prepared for the tests.

Take Kearl. The best class you will ever take. Go in with respect for his knowledge and be thinking about what you've learned constantly, do the reading (all of it) and the homework (all of it), form a study group and you can't help but get an A. Best lecturer I've ever had. His book is astonishingly clear. You won't leave the same.

Take Kearl. The best class you will ever take. Go in with respect for his knowledge and be thinking about what you've learned constantly, do the reading (all of it) and the homework (all of it), form a study group and you can't help but get an A. Best lecturer I've ever had. His book is astonishingly clear.

Kearl gives amazing lectures, but this is a class that eats up time like no other. You need to block out at least 5 hours a week for econ, in addition to the lectures and recitations, and his tests are notoriously hard. You'll learn a lot, but you have to put in loads of effort for a gen ed, and it will mess up your GPA

Kearl is the man. His lectures are the best lectures that I've even been in at BYU. He knows the stuff very well and thus is able to explain it simply, with figurative and real world examples. I've recommending this class to my friends, even if they don't take it for credit to just go sit in on lectures because they are so great. Tests are hard.

Someone earlier complained that there was only one paper and your final, and that Kearl wasn't clear on criteria for the paper and what to study for the final. Well, the criteria wouldn't have been clear if I didn't read the syllabus. And with what to study, I dunno, maybe study what he talked about in class? Interesting class. Kearl taught it well

J Kearl demands excellence and he sets a great example of such; he can be tough and very unemphatic. However, it is ridiculously good prep for a career in economics and or finance. I recommend his classes and I would take them again.

GO TO THE RECITATION CENTERS AND THE TA LABS! Kearl is a fantastic lecturer, quick, knowledgeable, and he is part of the reason why I am majoring in economics. Not an easy-A (or B) class, but definitely take if you are looking into majoring in econ or business. Tests are tough, homework tedious, but take the time to study and you'll be fine.

Kearl is one of the best professors at BYU. He is so knowledgeable in his field. The HW takes a long time and the best way to study is find a buddy right away and explain concepts to one another. His class was inspiring and really changed the way I view the world. His lectures are amazing and he spices things up with his humor. Take it from him!

It wasn't nearly as bad as I had heard. He teaches well and is focused on helping students learn economics. Don't fall asleep in his class or he'll wake you up!

Best class I've ever taken at BYU but it's also the hardest. His lectures are entertaining and educational and the homework is perfect for making sure that you understand the material. Tests are a nightmare so study hard and take advantage of the TA help. Best advice I can give is to do every homework assignment, get close to a TA, and STUDY!

This was one of the hardest classes i've ever taken, but one of the most valuable classes. It's a really tough class and you definitely have to put a lot of time into it. I learned so much that I am actually going to remember in this class. Dr. Kearl is amazing at lecturing and applying economic concepts to real life. Take Econ from Dr. Kearl!

Professor Kearl gets a lot of flack, but economics is a difficult subject no matter how you break it down. Kearl is a phenomenal teacher. He knows his stuff and can explain it for you crystal-clear. However, if you don't make this class your top priority, you're going to have a bad time. It's hard, but if you put in the work, it is so satisfying.

Kearl's class was both the most difficult and most rewarding class I have taken at BYU. I feel like the best way to succeed on his tests is to go through the book, take the time to completely understand each graph, and then draw them out yourself. Read the book and spend time on the homework in the Econ Lab - the TAs are awesome!

Professor Kearl's class is a lot of work, but he teaches it really well. I learned so much, and it changed how I see the world. He is a great teacher, but it is tough. If you do the reading and homework and always come to class, though, you will do well.

Dr. Kearl is a freaking genius. His tests will challenge every aspect of your knowledge of Econ and the homework is time consuming, but if you put in the time you will do well and it is so satisfying. His lectures are incredible and will change how you see the world. One thing though - I wouldn't recommend taking this class with a heavy schedule.

Professor Kearl is one of the most amazing professors at BYU. He has an incredible ability to teach econ and he is entertaining as he does so. I will never regret taking the class and I hope many people get the opportunity. However, the tests are hard and homework can take hours each week. My perspective on life is changed for the better.

He teaches very well. Not a class to take if you're looking for an easy A but if you want to really learn economics he will serve you well.

Jim Kearl is the man to learn economics--learning is hard. If everyone graded the way he does there would be no such thing as grade inflation. I was always interested--no one sleeps in Jim Kearl's class

Professor Kearl is a very dynamic lecturer, so his class is not hard to sit through. He writes his own textbook and uses really helpful analogies. The tests are very tough. There are a lot of questions with 10 answers to choose from, and they can be tricky. He's open to office hours even with a class of 700 and is very helpful

I put in 12 hours a week for this course. You have all the resources you need to succeed - TA hours are all day, every day, and there are tons of extra problems in the text. The textbook is very well written and if you thoroughly understand it, YOU WILL DO WELL. Weekly homework assignments that, while time consuming, are very helpful for studying.

Dr. Kearl and this class have a well deserved reputation of being both very difficult and rewarding. There is a lot of reading, and the homework/study load is pretty heavy. The tests also require you to know the material thoroughly, but aren't designed to trick you. Overall, this will need to be one of your focus classes for the semester to do well

This was one of the hardest but most interesting classes of my freshman year.

I LOVE KEARL!!!! TAKE ECON 110 FROM HIM!!!! He is awesome. The class is hard but you will learn the material. He is such an amazing guy. You might regret the class but you will not regret taking it from him.

Kearl is an amazing teacher! Taking Econ 110 with him really changed the way I see the world. The homework is pretty heavy, but if you do it, you'll understand the material and do well in the class.

Super tough class that makes you work for your grade. It was well worth it, though. I learned more in this class than in any other class I have taken.

Kearl is an excellent teacher. He will definitely teach the material better than anyone else. The textbook is well organized and very useful too. My only concern is that to do well, you have to not only know the material but also be able to think like Dr. Kearl (that's the hard part), otherwise the multiple choice tests become very difficult.

I thought Kearl's class was amazing. There was so much homework - lots of hours every week, but his lectures were great and the material was interesting. The TA's were lots of help - go to the lab. He offers lots of opportunities to help boost your grade at the end of the semester if you've been getting help from TA's and done homework.

If you want to learn, take econ from kearl. if you want a good grade, don't. By far the toughest, but most rewarding class i've ever taken. completely changed my life

Professor Kearl's Law class is obviously difficult, but I really enjoyed it. You literally have to read the entire textbook for this class. Make sure to take notes on lecture as well. Helped me write good papers in the future.

Kearl is an awesome guy. his class is very hard, but he's very straight forward with it. Your whole grade is three tests, so study hard for those and you'll do ok.

One of my favorite professors I've ever had in my entire college career. A lot of people warned me as I went into this class how tough a grader Kearl was and that he had a somewhat abrasive personality. While I can sort of see where they are coming from, I can genuinely say that I looked forward to every lecture and got so much out of this class.

This class covers international trade and exchange rates, not finance. You need to go to class to learn the test material because the homework is mostly unhelpful and difficult (but it's also not graded). He is a great lecturer but if you ask a question he will usually cut you off half way.

Lectures are amazing. Has a way of relating the concepts in a way that is clear and understandable. Your grade in this class is completely determined by your completion (not quality) of assignments and your scores on the tests. The tests have a reputation for being very difficult, but if you put in enough time for studying, you'll be fine.

Professor Kearl's class is tough. He makes a point in your first week to make himself as unlikable as possible. After the drop deadline though it gets WAY better. His lectures are fantastic and his TA's (whose help you will need on the homework) are amazing. He really does care about his students and gives you all the resources you need to succeed.

Professor Kearl is amazing! The guy knows his stuff and anyone wanting to major in business or economics should take econ110 from him. However, the class is EXTREMELY hard. Your entire grade is based off of 2 tests and a final. You still have to do the 12 pages of homework a week though or else your grade at the end of the semester will suffer

Awesome lecturer. He lays it all out at the beginning of the course and is somewhat abrupt, but he will teach you economics! Take his advice and use the TAs and you will be fine. Love the man.

This class was crazy hard, but I would still take it again. He gives amazing lectures and it really shapes the way you think about things. Heavy homework load.

I am not an econ major in any way, and am not interested in the subject particularly, but Kearl was an interesting and excellent professor. However, it is a very difficult class and I spent hours upon hours each week on extensive homework and studying and still did not do as well as I wanted to. But overall, I do not regret taking his class.

Kearl is by far the best, most knowledgeable professor that I've had this year. He is an expert in economics who gives awesome lectures and applies econ to students' lives through examples. If you do what he suggests, you will do well. Most people on here who have given Kearl a poor rating are probably just blaming him for their lack of effort.

Professor Kearl is an amazing lecturer and a great professor! His goal is truly for students to understand economics not just learn about it. He believes that a course must be challenging in order to achieve its purpose, so if you want it easy dont take this class. I promise though if you take it and provide the effort you will never regret it!

Prof. Kearl is a legendary lecturer and knows his stuff. He is able to explain economics in a way that if you pay attention, it will blow your mind with how much sense it makes. The textbook is written by him and is really well written to help teach novices Economics.

I know Rate My Professor comments are a silly way to salute a truly great man but Jim Kearl is one of my heroes. Don't fall for it when you hear that Kearl doesn't care about his students, he cares about everyone of the 800+. students in his classes. We're the reason he keeps showing up to work after 20+ years. Crazy hard class, but fair and doable

I switched my major to Economics upon taking this class from Professor Kearl; it was tremendous. You will need to read for understanding and attend attentively if you want to do well. If you only care about getting A's, take another course; if you want to learn, take this one. It will take effort, but it isn't excessive. Don't psych yourself out.

Just take this class and try hard and you won't regret what it'll do for you.

Don't psych yourself out. It it is a totally doable class. It is also one of the most valuable classes I have taken at BYU. Work hard and be consistent and it is possible to get a good grade. If you came to learn, the concepts and lectures are fantastic. Take it! Kearl is great

Kearl's lectures are entertaining, convey material clearly and contain many creative analogies, so expect to learn a lot from him. The flip side is that if you want an A, you are going to have to work for it. The homework is challenging and kinda long- and the tests are weighted heavily, but if you do what he says and study, you can get an A.

Class is based around mastering the material outside of class, the book is helpful and TA's help but you just have to make sure you understand and apply the material covered. It has a long homework assignment every week that's graded on completion except the accompanying essay. He sometimes goes off on a tangent in lectures and the Tests are HARD

Very clear as far as class expectation goes. Very good lecturer, presents material very well. You will have to study outside of class. The assignments are a bit long but easily doable. Fairly difficult class, but straightforward.

Even though I hated Econ in high school, I LOVED THIS CLASS. It was by far the most applicable class I have taken so far in college. Kearl makes it interesting by applying it to everyday life. Yes, if you want an A, you have to work a little for it, but if you do the problems in the back of the book, I promise you will get an A in the class.

This class has been one of the most valuable classes I have taken at BYU. Kearl does an amazing job at explaining how economic principles relate to everyday life! It is a challenging class, but Kearl is very clear on what he expects us to know. If you you spend about 3.5 hours a week outside of class, you will get an A.

If you are lazy or you don't care too much about learning, don't take him. His classes make you think and help you understand the material. Amazing lectures. You will be more analytical and less ignorant at the end. Amazing teacher

One of my favorite classes at BYU. Hard? Yes. If you put in the work to learn to think conceptually you will learn a TON. Prof. Kearl has a lot of experience and knows what he is talking about, some people see him as a "stuck up know it all", but behind the "face" he puts on you will learn to appreciate his sense of humor.

If you're trying to get into the business school and you only care about your 4.0, you likely will not do well taking this class from Dr. Kearl. With that said, ECON 110 from Dr. Kearl is the class from which you will learn the most at BYU. His lectures and homework are meant to teach you economic reasoning instead of a template for test answers.

Most interesting and thought-provoking class I've taken at BYU so far. Professor Kearl is a great lecturer, but the material is certainly tough. Spend some quality time in the Econ Lab and you'll do great. Make sure you attend his last lecture--it's phenomenal.

Best professor I've had at BYU. His class is difficult, but well worth taking. Professor Kearl is an engaging lecturer, and does a phenomenal job presenting entry-level economics. I would pay a not-insignificant amount of money to watch his last lecture again. If you're considering Economics, take 110 from Kearl.

People complain about ECON 110 with Kearl A LOT, but I really enjoy the class. Kearls lectures are not boring and he's very good and making things clear and understandable. TA's are really helpful. If you put the work in you'll do fine. If you do all 13 assignments you will not fail!! Pro-tip: Get free day-old copies of the WSJ for 1 page essays!!

Lots and lots of homework problems. His tests are beyond difficult, really long scantrons that sometimes have A-J as legitimate options to choose from. Do yourself a favor and take Econ 110 from someone else.

Might be the best professor I've had my entire time here. Very knowledgeable and successful beyond the classroom. Controls his lectures well and does a good job of not letting dumb questions rule the lectures. It's a tough class, but despite what people say he does have the highest average GPA among all ECON110 professors. Gives you lots of help.

Kearl uses this course to quantify the decision-making processes you've been using all your life. For that reason, the class is phenomenal. It is also pretty rigorous, and would probably be quite difficult without the TA lab. I spent 2-6 hours in the TA lab each week, and never spent time on homework outside of that. Would very highly recommend.

Kearl's class is notoriously difficult but so worth it. He really cares that you learn econ: he helps you do this through clear and concise lectures, clarifying homework assignments, and an army of TA's that's available almost 24/7. The class is a ton of work but he makes his expectations clear from day one. I'm so glad I took econ from Kearl.

Kearl isn't a very nice or respectful guy but he is an ECON genius. Don't think about nodding off or pulling out your phone or he will yell at you. He will change your view of the world, but you will have to work your tail off for a good grade. The hardest class I have ever taken, and the entire grade is based off 2 midterms and the final.

Professor Kearl's reputation is very notorious and well merited. In spite of this, he is by far the best Econ teacher at BYU. His lectures are incredible and spiritual and if you put in the time the class really deserves you can do very well. His final lecture is moving!!!

Professor Kearl really is an amazing teacher. He explains the concept very thoroughly and gives lots of examples. If you want a professor who knows their stuff, he's definitely a great option. The classwork and tests were difficult for me, but going to the lab for the homework and attending TA reviews helped lots. Just commit to doing the readings!

I respect this guy. Kearl's class was hard, but I felt it was worth the work. I learned things that I am actually going to apply in life. Yes the tests were very hard, but they are curved. He expects you to understand basic concepts and be able to apply then in a variety of situations. I'd say go for it. High quality class.

I loved Econ 110 but it was THE HARDEST CLASS I've ever taken. There are only 3 grades (2 midterms and a final). I studied harder than I have ever studied in my life for this class. He is a wonderful professor and really knows what he is talking about. I would've enjoyed the class a lot more if it wasn't for a grade.

Dr. Kearl is a legend. His lectures are inspiring (especially his final lecture), and he's an absolute wizard at econ, but beware of his tests. No amount of studying is enough for his tests, but he understands this and curves them nicely. I'm no econ major but I got mid-80s on all three exams and ended up with an A in the class, so don't lose hope!

The class was really hard but super interesting. Most of the tests come from lecture, so make sure to go and pay attention.

He's great at making difficult concepts clear, and his lectures are fascinating. The course content is useful for all students, regardless of major. His tests are very tough and the curve is minimal. At times he is unnecessarily dogmatic and harsh. He loves gothic architecture and foreign currency. He is the most interesting man in the world.

Kearl's class was one of the hardest classes I've taken at BYU so far. It was very difficult, however, it was extremely rewarding. He does a fantastic job at explaining the material. The subject itself is challenging, but he does a good job at making it manageable.

This was a VERY challenging class. I managed to get a C- despite studying constantly. He's very knowledgeable and explains things in simple terms. Take advantage of the TA's and study groups. They are the only reason I passed this class.

He was always full of energy; taking the class at 8 was rough but he's loud enough you couldn't fall asleep. I feel like I learned a ton from his class and it took a lot of work, but his tests were fair. He covered all the material and a lot of the reading he assigned was actually pretty interesting.

Jim Kearl is the reason I am in Economics, he is an incredible lecturer and very open if you come to him with questions or genuinely need help. Find people to study with, and read the chapters in depth because if you don't you're completely screwed.

Kearl is an economics wizard and his lectures are fascinating. The course is not hard in terms of homework however your entire grade is based on 2 midterms and a final. If you don't naturally think like an economist this can be a very hard class.

This has been the hardest class of my BYU experience so far. I was warned about the difficulty so I made sure to spend about 3-4 hours outside of class for every hour spent in lecture. If you put in enough time you will do fine! A great lecturer, just dont fall asleep or use your phone!

Lectures were super cool! Study and do the homework or you are in trouble lol. It's a lot of work but it's fun !!!!!!! i enjoyed myself but would not take it again. a lot of work.

Loved the class. I was nervous at first, especially after reading some of these other reviews. However, I found each of Dr. Kearl's lectures very interesting--it really shaped my world view. The bad news: your entire grade is derived from 3 exams... so study hard! If you work hard enough, you can do well.

Kearl is a great professor to take Econ 110 from if you are a good test taker. Homework is lengthy and can seem unnecessary, but it all helps you better understand the concepts, which is what the three tests focus on, and they are only due weekly. His lectures are super interesting, and he is good at giving real life examples of new topics.

I don't know why he got such poor reviews. He's not always the nicest guy, but he gives fascinating lectures and really explains the material well. He's got plenty of TAs and recitations to attend if you need help. The tests can be difficult, but totally manageable. Do your work and you'll do fine.

Great professor, interesting lectures, with many current and relevant examples. Takes questions in class. Grade is based on three exams, but homework is important , if you don't do it, you will fail for multiple reasons. Really respect the guy, even if he called me out for falling asleep once.

Kearl is amazing, but he teaches the class like it's 1970. He shows no effort to update the curriculum or his style of grading because he's got tenure and knows he can get away with whatever he wants until he decides to leave. The class will leave you talking in your daily life about economics, but you will not like your grade.

Professor Kearl's class is challenging is the most meaningful ways. The way university should be.

Econ 110 is a hard class no matter who you take it from. Dr. Kearl makes it fun and exciting. I wouldn't recommend taking this class your freshman year like I did because I was definitely not ready for how hardcore the class is. But if you need to take this class, take it from Kearl. His students have the highest average GPA for Econ 110 classes

Econ 110 is a very intensive class and requires much work in general. Prof Kearl's lectures were interesting and hilarious. He is very strict about not falling asleep or using phones in class. At times, his intense intellect makes it difficult for him to explain challenging concepts simply. He provides tons of material to help you be successful.

Genius of a professor, students that don't grasp the topics covered at the level of difficulty tested will try to dissuade you from the class. College is not meant to be like high school yet most of the kids complain because they no longer have an inflated 4.6 GPA after this class. Take it to learn from a man who is near the top of his field.

There is a general consensus among teachers that Jim Kearl is the smartest professor at BYU. His class is VERY difficult, mostly because the course material is VERY difficult. Other than his sloppy handwriting, his lectures are excellent but fast paced. If you want the secret on how to do well, LOOK UP JACOB CLIFFORD'S YOUTUBE VIDEOS.

Kearl's class has been dreaded by all. However, they don't seem to realize how great a professor he is. His way of teaching helps us not only memorize but apply the things we have learned on tests and homework. Tests are very important. Read all the chapter and got to the Econ labs and recitation. This class is hard and intriguing. Go for it.

Kearl's class is super hard and requires a lot of work and time but he is an outstanding lecturer. Only class I got lower than an A in, but I didn't do any of the reading and purposely tried sleep in class without him noticing. Overall, what I learned in this class has a bigger impact on my every day life than any other class I've taken at BYU.

Fun and engaging. You won't regret taking Econ110 from Kearl. Yes, it will be challenging, but you will end up loving economics.. Your grade will be on 3 exams and 1 homework assignment every week.

Grade based on 2 midterms, 1 final. Midterms are 50 multiple choice, often A-K, no partial credit given. average completion time is 2 hrs (untimed). Final is 100 questions, no partial credit (3 hour max). If you do all assigns, then its a bump if you're on the grade cusp. Miss more and it drops you .5-1 full letter grade. Good lectures, hard class

His lectures are amazing but this is not a class where you memorize the powerpoints and then take the test. You should spend 4-6 hours a week on homework as well as discussing topics with the TAs. Multiple-choice tests (options A-G) so there is no getting "lucky" on his tests. His final lecture is extremely inspirational.

James R. Kearl is a god among economists. His lectures are entertaining and hilarious, as well as inspirational. Now that I'm done with the class, I'll still go visit lectures sometimes just to hear him teach. I would strongly discourage taking Econ 110 from anyone but him. He literally wrote the textbook.

Professor Kearl is super knowledgable. I felt intimidated at times by his vast knowledge. I also felt if I said something with bad economic reasoning, or that aired on the side of ignorance, that he would say something that would make me feel bad. His tests are hard. He is a good teacher, for sure!

This class was amazing! Definitely the best class I've taken so far here at BYU. Professor Kearl is an amazing lecturer. He has vast amounts of knowledge and wisdom. Interesting and entertainingDon't gr t me wrong, it's a hard class and he makes you work for your grade. If you're willing to put in the work, though, it's a rewarding experience.

Kearl has quite the reputation, but hes actually awesome. His lectures are amazing!!!! The class requires a lot of work, but youll learn so much. I highly recommend going to the TA sessions & doing homework in the Econ lab. Also, there are practice problems in the back of the textbook that are helpful for studying. P.s. last lecture is inspiring!

Jim Kearl knows his stuff. His lectures are memorable and apply to the real world. The course consists of 13 hw assignments graded on completion and 3 tests. If all 13 hw assignments are completed, and if the student attends out-of-class reviews, there are chances for extra credit. Tests are very hard, but there is a curve.

TAKE IT FROM KEARL! You can! Don't get me wrong, this class was so hard but it was I LOVED it. It changed my life. There isn't a single better person to learn Econ from than Kearl: I knew my stuff. I got a C on the first test but then spent 6 hours a week with the TAs and crushed the last two tests. Physics major. Took Fall of '18. ITS WORTH IT!

Dr Kearl is not to be trifled with, but has my utmost respect as a professor. He is an incredible lecturer. His lectures exist to clarify the reading so DO THE READING. As long as you understand the textbook thoroughly, you'll be good. Your grade is determined by 3 tests (they're curved), but you still must do 11 of the 13 homeworks. Amazing class.

Dr. Kearl is brilliant. I have never been so fascinated during lectures. The reading is long but interesting and applicable. The homework is extremely time consuming and challenging, but going to the TA lab really clarifies everything. They are fantastic at explaining the concepts. The tests are brutally hard, but doable if you study and GO TO LAB.

Professor Kearl has been my favorite professor at BYU. I know he's not everyone's cup of tea (tests are 100% of the grade), and he can be blunt and rude sometimes, but this man is so freaking intelligent. I absolutely loved going to his lectures. If you are on the fence about this class go listen to a lecture in the JSB auditorium.

Professor Kearl is extremely intelligent, & his theories and points about economics are fascinating. The problem with the class is the ambiguity associated with tests & homework. I would say the exams are somewhat subjective, but if you work hard on the homework & work w/ the TAs to study for the exam it's doable. He curves all exams!

Kearl is a genius, but can definitely be intimidating. His style of testing can be subjective along with some killer HW's, but his lectures absolutely have value. At the very least, I would recommend attending a lecture or two even if you register to take the class from a different teacher. It will enhance your understanding of the concepts.

If you put in the work and study effectively, you'll do well. Your grade is based entirely on your test scores, but he curves your whole grade at the end. I got 66% on my first midterm, 86% on my second, and maybe 75%-ish on the final. I ended with a B+. He is an incredibly smart and respectable person.

Dr. Kearl taught me more than I learned in all of my other classes combined. I use what he taught in my everyday life. I look at the world differently now and I know that I will be much more successful because of this class. Don't get me wrong, Kearl can be an a*s and the class was insane, I did 20 hours a week just for this class, but worth it.

I loved ECON110 with Kearl. He gives incredible lectures and it's nice that the textbook for the class is the one he wrote (lectures match that of the textbook in style & material). People only hate this class because you're graded by very few things & that's stressful. I would encourage people to not shy away from this class. It's well worth it.

Professor Kearl makes it clear that he doesn't take nonsense from the beginning. He is intimidating yet respected. His lectures are always interesting; Kearl is likely one of the more interesting lecturers at BYU. The tests are impossible. I never knew how to study for them. The TAs also rarely knew what was going on. Don't take if you want an A.

Kearl is a beast. His 400 level classes are killer. Lectures are interesting and the content is intriguing but get ready to study out of your mind for his tests.

Dr. Kearl is super smart, but also his tests are famously difficult. GO TO THE TA REVIEWS OR YOU WILL NOT SUCCEED. As long as you use your resources and are respectful you can do well.

Well I found out for myself no one is lying about how hard this class is! Professor Kearl is a genius, but dang! I put 15-20 hours a week into this class to get the A. GO TO THE TA RECITATIONS! That is the best advice I can give you. Do the homework's and study like crazy too. His lectures are fascinating though, and I learned so much!

Dr. Kearl is a strict but fair teacher. He holds his students accountable, but if you do the work you can succeed. His lectures were absolutely amazing, and I learned a ton about economics. He can be a bit intimidating but is actually a pretty reasonable guy. The toughest thing about the class is the tests, which are high stakes and high stress.

Professor Kearl is an economics wizard. Because of that, his lectures are fast paced, interesting, and engaging. However, the tests are hard if you don't pick up the content quickly and they account for a lot of your grade. All in all his class was a great experience.

The most interesting and worthwhile class I've ever taken. Kearl is a phenomenal lecturer. The class is rewarding so long as you put in the effort. The concepts are super applicable too! I find myself thinking about economics all the time. Don't be dissuaded by bitter students who didn't work hard enough and got low grades because of that.

He's a good teacher and knows his stuff. While he does have a brash personality you can tell that he cares deep down. Sometimes the homework can be overwhelming but if you space it out properly you will be fine. His tests are difficult but not unfair

Despite the reputation, the class wasn't terrible. You have to work for a grade, but no more than in other classes. Just do the assignments each week, meet with TAs when you have questions, and find a study group. Prof Kearl is a phenomenal lecturer and thoroughly I enjoyed the class.

Despite the reputation, the class wasn't terrible. You have to work for a grade, but no more than in other classes. Just do the assignments each week, meet with TAs when you have questions, and find a study group. Prof Kearl is a phenomenal lecturer and thoroughly I enjoyed the class.

I think Professor Kearl is an amazing teacher and is an economics genius. But his tests are way too hard for a beginning Econ class, and theyre basically your entire grade. Also some of the homeworks are unnecessarily long and tedious. Go to the TA recitations and study hard for the tests, or you will struggle in this class.

I took this class my very first semester at BYU and it was rough. However, going to the TA reviews is what really got me an A. I cannot stress this enough: GO TO THE TA REVIEWS!! It will save your grade. I got a 76 on the first test, a 90 on the second test, and 78 on the final, and still got an A. Kearl is tough but his lectures are fascinating.

Kearl's class was very difficult don't get me wrong, but it was 100% doable. Some tips I would give would be to do ALL the assignments & meet regularly with the TAs. When deciding grades there's 2 grade bumps you can get 1) from doing all the homeworks and 2) the TA bump. I didn't know this and wish I did. Study hard, put in the time & youll be ok.

Professor Kearl's lectures are fascinating. He teaches difficult concepts in a very clear way. Not an easy class, but if you're looking for something easy, Econ is not for you anyways.

This was my favorite class I have taken at BYU so far. As some other reviews mention, this class can be a challenge. I found by reading the chapter before every class and doing the homework early I did great. The grade bump from visiting the TA and doing all the homework helped me get an A. Your grade is based off of 2 midterms and a Final.

One of the highest quality of professors at BYU, but his class is hard. He's absolutely a gem and I have a lot of respect for him.

Prof Kearl's class is tough. He is good at teaching, but you really have to pay attention. The weekly readings are long, and if you don't understand you're going to fall behind real quick. Go to the TA reviews. They are so helpful. Every week you have a 10-20 booklet to complete and an essay (worth 3 % in total). Midterms and Final are worth 97%.

ECON 110 with Kearl is unquestionably the hardest class I've ever taken. 97% of your grade comes from 3 tests which are extremely difficult in their own right (the class average for one of them was 64%). Fortunately, Kearl curves the tests up and provides grade boosts for homework completion. He is an inspiring, knowledgable, and competent prof.

This is a difficult class, but Dr. Kearl is one of the most fascinating lecturers and people I have ever met. His resume speaks volumes and there is no one better to take Econ from. Every econ class is difficult but with the curve, his grades are the same as other teachers. Just use the TA lab and take it from Kearl, his lectures make it worth it.

You either love him or you hate him. I really liked his class. His class is really hard, but if you are planning on taking ECON in the future, his lectures are phenomenal and will make you well prepared. Basically all of the class is graded on the 3 main tests, which are really hard but there is a heavy curve. He's the hardest but best professor.

Expensive textbook - that he wrote, with a TON of homework pages. However, showing up at class and doing the homework at the TA lab is probably enough to earn you a passing grade. If the TAs know you, he'll give you a grade boost. The concepts are rough but that's because it's econ, not because of Kearl. Grades are heavily adjusted at the end.

His class is onerous yet 100% worth taking. I've always loved econ, and if you're like me, I strongly recommend taking ECON 110 from him. That said, his tests are simply impossible(coming from someone who got the highest score on the final). You'll survive if you peruse the textbook multiple times and regularly attend the TA reviews and labs.

This class is going to be one of the hardest classes you have, but you learn more in this class than any other. Professor Kearl may seem hard on the outside but he really isn't. He really does care for his students and wants them to succeed. You need to do a lot of work on your end to get a good grade in this class. This is a good class.

ECON 110 with Professor Kearl is a MUST TAKE!! He teaches SO clearly and effectively. His TAs are incredible as well. He truly cares about his students. You write a 1-pager each week. Be sure to KEEP UP ON THE TEXTBOOK PLEASE!!

Rational individuals wouldn't make their decision based on others' reviews. Just take his class!

RMP scared me so much when I started this class, but you aren't doomed to fail. Good lecturer who knows his stuff. Econ generally is hard- period. TAs are your best friends. Go to recitations- that will prepare you most for the test. It isn't a cakewalk but if you get help and study hard and you will have a decent grade. There is a large curve too.

Econ king. I loved his lectures, he's a little harsh sometimes but it keeps it interesting. If you put the work and time in, you can get a good grade. Go to the TA lab

If you want to learn economics, take the class from Kearl. I've never had a better or more interesting series of lectures. If you want a good grade and don't care about learning economics well, take it from someone else.

BEST PROFESSOR EVER!!! I LOVE HIM SO MUCH!!!

Very difficult class, requires a lot of time to learn material but Kearl gives the most interesting lectures. If you want an easy A take it from someone else.

SO hard. This class was so hard. But I learned so so so much. He was extremely tough (he's genuinely a really nice guy but has to put on an aggressive front to not get walked all over) but I have never learned more in a class. Definitely go to the last lecture.

Class is fast paced, and Kearl expects you to throughly review the material (i.e. focus and do the readings) before the class. Do that, and you'll be fine. Most of the people claiming his class is impossible were too lazy to actually do the work- so if that's you, don't take this class. If you ARE willing to work, this class is 100% worth it.

This was hands down one of my favorite classes i've taken at BYU. I liked the material a lot so that helped, but despite his negative reviews I thought he was an outstanding professor. I learned so much from him. Yes he has some strict class rules, but it's nothing out of the ordinary. Hard class but worth it! Go to the TA's for homework help.

The BEST Professor I've ever had at BYU and the BEST class I have ever taken at BYU. This class changed my life and my way of thinking, working, learning, reading, and my major/career path. I learned an unbelievable amount. The key to success is giving it all you got; do the readings, homework, go to class, and study hard and it'll be worth it.

There is a false narrative about this guy. Best lecturer on campus by far and really teaches you economics. The class isn't even that hard, it just requires some self discipline to study the topics. I think he gets a bad rep because everyone from the Marriott school (me) has to take ECON and he doesn't hold your hand like they do over there.

Dr. Kearl gives lectures which are very interesting and that you don't mind attending. They are dense, which can be difficult. The material is surprisingly easy for the test, the problem is studying it. If you have your notes memorized and can actually apply them, you will be fine. For the essay just try to copy the format of actual econ journals.

He was really cool and taught well. My only complaint with him is that his handwriting can be messy, so the graphs and concepts on the board can be hard to decipher, but that's a minor complaint. This class is very hard but it's not insane. The curve will save you. The exams are 95% of your grade.

Professor Kearl has taught the most engaging lectures out of my two years so far at BYU. I love them! He lays down the law in the first week, which scared away a lot of people, but he is actually a tender old guy that you can joke around with if desired. Tests are a high bar, but I found it to be worth it for the engaging learning.

This class is a weed out course so of course this class it will be difficult. His lectures are really engaging and he obviously knows what he is talking about. Tests are 95% of your grade so lots of studying is required. His class is very straight forward and the amount of work you put into the course is the grade you will get.

Professor Kearl has a reputation of being a difficult professor. The material of the class alone is difficult to understand but professor Kearl makes it fun and engaging in his lectures. There were lots of resources available to learn the material such as TA labs and reviews. Tests were hard but he ads a very generous curve!

Kearl's lectures are engaging, but his class is a demanding weed-out course. Studying hard and using unstuckstudy AI alongside the textbook can help you survive the tough exams that make up most of the grade.

Professor Kearl is amazing. Strict personality, but it's genuinely because he wants you to learn. He does everything so you focus and put more time into his class. Very knowledgeable and interesting to learn from. This is a class you want to put work in because it will be worth it, taking it from someone else won't be the same.