Mr. Heap is the coolest guy ever!! He is sooo helpful if you go to him during office hours..he gives a great study guide and he helps you with it at office hours the week before tests. He is very down to earth also and curves a lot! def. your best bet for econ200!

Phil is awesome! He's fun and extremely down to earth. His tests are kinda hard but as long as you show up to class, listen, follow along with each chapter for the week and review your stuff before the test you should be fine. He gives bonus quizzes alot on Fridays so they can really help you out and his curves help out! Be glad if you get him=)

cOOLEST TEACHER EVER. class is a little difficult but grades on a great curve. if you go to class and pay attention you'll do fine, and be entertained.

Heap is the man, nothing but 3 tests and a final unfortunately, but he does give bonus quizzes usually on fridays, he curves so as long as you come to class you shouldnt get less than a B, TAKE HEAP

Phil is a great prof for people who don't know much about economics. The lectures can be a bit confusing if you're not a math person, but he'll always help you out. Do your homework, know the terminology, ask for help. Yes, he is really cool, but he's even more helpful than cool. Take him if you are forced into an Econ class for GenEd requirements.

I liked Phil. He was always helpful to me if I had a question after class or went to his office hours. His b. quizzes are great, just read the book. Study notes but I found the class interesting and that made the material more bareable. TAKE HEAP IF YOU DON'T LIKE ECON

This class was so hard. You have to go or you will be lost. Reading the book is very important too. The only grades are 3 tests, a paper, and a final. He goes very fast and sometimes thinks the class understands when we dont. Nice guy though and helpful. econ just sucks

Macro is a hard class, especially if you don't have an interest in econ. But Heap is a good teacher, and as long as you do your part you'll get atleast B.

Macro is a hard class, but I did find it interesting. Prof. Heap is a good teacher and always willing to help.

I decided to go about 60% of the time and got a B. Had to teach myself, but if you can do that, you dont even need to be in class. Grades based on a curve = EASY B. don't expect to get an A though. this course is set up to get you a B. oh and Heap dresses everyday like he is at the beach, not business school lol. nice guy!!

I really enjoyed the class. Heap does a good job at explaing the theory and discussing modern day economic issues. The class wasn't that hard if you studied, but the exam was tough.

My favorite prof so far. Uses sex, drugs, and rock n' roll to explain his models. So helpful, not an easy class but a must have prof.

he is a funny professor. he moves a little quick and is kind of sporatic with his lectures so note taking is difficult. he does a nice bell curve so it is easy to pass the class, but he is tough so it is hard to get an A

A hard class because there are random quizzes and that makes up the entire grade except for cummalitive final. Nice guy and is fair.

Not sure what everyone is talking about. He changed his style this year to 9 pop quizzes to which he drops 4 of which really helps. It was easier to study one chapter for a quiz rather than 4 or 5 or a test. He helped out and gave extra credit. Out of the econ professors I would suggest Heap. If you go to class and read you'll be fine.

Attendance isn't mandatory but for this class our entire grade was based on pop quizzes (8 of them) throughout the semester and then our final. He's a nice guy though and really helpful. I would recommend him.

attendance wasnt manadatory. but i made the mistake of missing a few of his pop quizes. which make up 60% of ur grade. the other 40% is the final. he is very clear with his powerpoints, and VERY helpful. he will answer any question that you ask during a lecture and was extremely honest and fair in his grading. take him if you dont mind working.

Tough teacher, really makes you learn the material. Quizzes and final are both hard, but not impossible especially if you study. You cannot BS in the class, you must learn and understand the subject to get a good grade. No attendance policy but it will kill you if you dont go. I would recomend because you walk away a better, smarter person.

Heap is hilarious and will keep you awake in class, whether he's teaching the supply and demand of drugs or the economics of the male/female ratio at JMU. Hard class, no attendance policy but he doesn't post notes on Blackboard. Final is nearly impossible, quizzes are difficult, but he makes economics fun...which is pretty impossible IMO.

hilarious, but hard. you will learn. math skills are required.

Very hard class, but Heap is a very good teacher, very clear, and definitely knows what he is talking about. No tests but you get random quizzes and he takes your best 5 as 60% of your grade. Doesn't take attendance but I would definitely go to every class.

One of my favorite professors. Grades fairly and 60% of your grade is based off of 8-9 quizzes of which he drops 5. The other 40% is the final. I easily got a B+ with him as he is very clear and helpful. You must go to class though and read. Highly Recommended

Awesome teacher this guy knows his stuff. Tough class you need to stay on the ball in this but if you think you already know econ you can just take the final at the end and have your whole grade based on that. I learned more with Heap than any other professor and still only got a C. You will get your moneys worth but maybe not the GPA you want.

Gives about 8 quizzes and only keeps 5 of them. Final is 40% of your grade. Tough thing is quizzes can be given at anytime. Study an hour before each class and you'll be fine.

I'll give you a better perspective because it seems like the people who rated before me were first semester freshman. Class is hard, however, by talking to Heap, he makes it 20 times easier to understand. Very helpful and so approachable, he can really help you out. 11 Quizzes, drops 6, tough final. Phil makes the class alot of fun. Hilarious guy.

Good Professor. He only deducts points if you text or talk in class which is reasonable because you shouldn't do it in the first place.Go to class so you won't miss a quiz. Though quizzes are random you get a better notion of when they'll be as the semester goes on.

He knows his stuff and uses examples that relate to individuals our age. He demands respect (no talking or cell phone) and makes you sing if you are late, but thats not the end of the world. Dont violate his rules and you wont be punished. Go to class and pay attention and you will do fine. I know thats probably asking alot for a college student.

Great Teacher! Really relates to students are age with examples and explanations! You have to go to class or you might miss a quiz but class can be interesting majority of the days. 10 quizes drops lowest 5. Just pay attention in class and you'll pull a B in the class.

9-10 quizzes and he keeps your 5 best. Don't be fooled, unless you've attended most every class, and kept up on your readings big time, the quizzes will stump you - every quiz is 4 short answer critical thinking questions. I wish my grade reflected how much I enjoy his class - unfortunately it doesn't

Please ignore the negative reviews that talk about how hard it is, they must have lived in a magical world where bunny's frolic and fart sunshine and rainbows. It is a rather difficult class, but the professor is entertaining and will help you when needed. He gives quizzes, not exams which actually helps your grade. However in general, Econ = Hard.

He is tough, but nothing over the top. Econ in general is never easy and he actually makes you learn the principles, not just regurgitate definitions. Also, try to answer often in class. I did pretty well on quizzes, but ended up with an A because I participated a lot. If you want to learn a lot and don't mind working hard, take him.

I found micro with Heap to actually kind of interesting...and thats saying a lot about micro. You are graded most entirely on quizzes throughout the semester, but they are mostly from the notes. Not an easy class.

One of the greatest microeconomics teachers and probably the best at JMU. Knows all of the information by heart and with great detail. His lectures are very entertaining and he teaches in a way that everyone can understand. You can get an A in the class if you study before every class. Take this class.

Heap is a great guy! very helpful during office hours. I would not have passed this class without going to get help in between classes. Somehow pulled out a C and didnt have to take the final. I would take him again if I was better at econ.

There is a high correlation between grades and where students sit. If you sit in the front two rows, and volunteer a lot, you will do well. No matter how bad your answers are, he applauds the effort and makes it worth your while. The further you sit to the back, the less seriously he will take you. I didn't miss this class once and learned a lot.

I REALLY enjoyed this class. Yes, it is hard but it's extremely interesting and Heap is so helpful and nice if you go to his office hours. Don't think because you had a quiz one day you can miss the next class--mistake. Don't ever be late if you're shy he really will make you sing, I had to twice. Ended with a B. Strongly recommend if you like econ

Heap was a great professor. I had him in the fall and he made class really entertaining. If you do well on the quizzes you won't have to take the final. If you pay attention in class and read the assigned chapters you will do well on the quizzes!

Heap is the man. Game theory is my favorite class I've taken at JMU and Heap makes it even better. Class is made up of 8 quizzes (3 are dropped), A final (you get 75% of test before hand), and homework (not that bad). The class is challenging, but a lot of fun. Definitely recommend

Future econ majors enjoy this guy, otherwise stay away at all costs. I've taken micro before and nothing prepared me to the difficulty of his class. all of his assessments are pop quizzes. You basically have to study for almost every class if you want an ok grade. If econ gets you hard then take him though. He knows what he's talking about

Good Lord. This class was HARD and the final was awful. Prof Heap is really smart though and he knows what he's talking about (as far as I know). You REALLY have to be dedicated to this class to get a good grade. He's very helpful and clear during office hours. My grade may not reflect it well, but I feel like I learned a lot from him.

Heap was a really great teacher and wants his students to truly succeed. His quizzes and final are impossible though. But he curves a lot; my grade went from a 75 to a 90 with his curve. If you want an easy A, take a different professor. If you are really interested in economics, take Heap. He was one of my favorite professors.

hardest class ive ever taken and will probly ever take. I literally had to memorize the textbook to suceed. All that said he is a really cool guy and I cant imagine learning more from another teacher.

I'm kind of tired of people complaining about this guy. He is clear in his lectures, and yes, you actualy have to read. He really wants everyone to do well, curves, and prepares you incredibly well for the final. It's not a class you can just breeze through without doing the reading, but all it really takes is a little effort. HES NOT TERRIBLE!!

Professor Heap is probably the most knowledgable and insightful professor for macroeconomics. However, HE IS HARD!! I loved him, and he was definitely very clear. Attendance is not mandatory but pop quizzes make you go to the class. Also, DO THE READINGS!! If you don't the quizzes are impossible. Very reasonable, however, lots of work.

Heap is the bomb! Highly Recommend. Class is entertaining if you have any interest in econ. Quite a bit of work but suck it up and do all the reading and attend class and you'll get at least a B and learn a lot.

Heap is simply the man. He's one of the smartest teachers I've ever had and isn't as hard as everyone says. The material is very interesting no matter what your major is. He gives a decent amount of extra credit and if you go to his help sessions he clears up everyything you might've missed in class. He is also very clear in teaching. Great teacher

Heap is one of the most informative, knowledgeable, and entertaining professors. There are 12 pop quizzes throughout the semester. Make sure you read everything and don't miss a class. If you do, good luck. It's one of the hardest classes you will take, but take advantage of review sessions and study before every class. Take advantage of all EC.

VERY good at explaining the material, moves a bit fast sometime, but go to his office hours and he does an excellent job of catching you up. His quizzes are very hard but if you're prepared they aren't terrible. Don't take this class for an easy A, but if you really want to learn the material he's one of the best.

Heap is a TOUGH professor. He is very smart and is clear in his lectures, but his quizzes (which make up 70% of your grade) are ridiculously difficult. He sets up the class so that if you don't attend his Sunday review sessions, you will NOT do well. There is a curve though. If econ isn't your passion, take another professor!

This is a VERY difficult class, but professor Heap is an outstanding professor. He is very knowledgeable and wants you to do well. Do the reading, go to class, and go to his extra review sessions. The pop quizzes are really tough but its not that hard to get a B in the class

Straight up he is the man. How interesting his class is overcomes how hard it is. He loves when people ask questions and when people go to his office hours. He will help you with anything you need. Go to his review sessions on Sundays they help a lot. Don't use this site to find out what the final is like because he changes it up every year.

Heap is one of the most informative, knowledgeable, and entertaining professors. There are 12 pop quizzes throughout the semester, and he keeps the best 7. Make sure you read everything and don't miss a class. Take advantage of review sessions and study before every class. Take advantage of all EC. Had him for GECON, ECON201 is just as good w/ him.

The only reason I survived this class is because Heap has such a cool personality. Otherwise, I did terrible in the class. Econ is not my thing, and his pop quizzes killed me even though he does give you the benefit of the doubt in some cases. GO TO HIS OFFICE HOURS AND STUDY STUDY STUDY if you want to get a good grade.

Heap is fair. You have to study hard and remember a lot of details, but he is fair when he grades. You will not do good on the first couple of quizzes just because there is a bit of a learning curve but if you stick with it and work hard it is possible to get a good great. If you can't commit at least an hour to his class every day don't take him.

He's a really cool professor. No tests, only 11 quizzes, and he takes the best 7. There is a final. Offers a lot of extra credit And he's really helpful. I want to take him again for micro

This class is really interesting, but he is HARD. I do all the reading and I still don't feel prepared because there is so much reading. He really knows what he is talking about, but I am struggling to pass the class.

Such a good teacher! His quizzes are difficult if you don't spend time reading and understanding the books, however, if you pay attention to class and read very thoroughly, you'll be fine! Many people don't like him because of the quizzes but if you're lost, go to his office hours, he's soo helpful and really helps you understand things.

Here's the deal with Heap. He doesn't care about wither you learn the material or not. You can be a genius in Macro, take his class and completely fail it. The only means of survival is following his rules and going to his office hours until he likes you enough to tell you what questions he will ask. Avoid at all costs. grade of c as an econ minor

He is tough and doesn't like having distractions in his classroom which can make the environment intimidating if you are not prepared. The course load will be challenging, especially in the first half of the year so be ready to perform. If you do your work consistently and don't procrastinate in his class a B or higher is very manageable.

Heap is a very hard professor, and you have to work hard to get a descent grade. However, i learned the most out of this class than any other. He does pop-quizzes throughout the entire semester so your forced to study everyday. He's very clear and does great lectures, just NEVER pull out your cell phone.

He is a very difficult teacher. I would not recommend taking him unless you are prepared to learn a lot. However, if you are determined to get an A, you will. I do recommend him for all business majors because you will learn so much and it will be necessary to know it all in the future.

He knows what he's talking about, but he's not interested in students doing well. More than 3/4 of all of his students are failing, but he offers extra credit and weekend review sessions. This class had no structure.

If you plan to take this class as a Gen. Ed. i would advise against it because of the workload. However, if you are taking this as a business prerequisite then I would take Heap. He is definately not the easiest but if you actually do the work he tells you an study an hour or 2 before each class, getting a B will not be difficult.

This class gave me a lot of anxiety literally every day. I dont recommend as a gened. If you do have him, go to his office hours, get to know the man, and let him help you with everything that you need help with. Take the initiative! He is more than willing to help you if you seem stumped. Work your hardest and do your best!

Phillip Heap is a special type of professor. If you are not an Econ major, don't bother because he will confuse the sh!t out of you. If you are into economics and look to really get something out of Macro then this is your guy. He taught me more in one semester than I have learned my entire life. Switched majors because of this guy but I like econ.

Phil Heap is an awesome professor. It was honestly the most interesting class I have ever taken. You read some really good books and the quizzes are not hard; all you have to do is read the book. Also the in class quizzes are not hard at all if you just go over your notes before class. I would definitely recommend.

Heap is the most brilliant man I've met and his lectures were clear cut and captivating. Quizzes are hard but only takes top 5 out of 10. Participate, get to know him, attend help sessions and speakers, and receiving an A is not impossible. He is not an unreasonable grader. With all the extra credit I ended up with a 91 in the class.

For Micro he's definitely tough, I like him as a person but as a teacher he was alright. He is very clear about readings and what he wants, but everything accept his final is all pop quizzes. I would suggest steering clear if you aren't ready to constantly be on your toes and reading with his class because every point counts. Attendance is graded.

Quiz every week on the reading from the assigned books. Fair grader.. He holds help sessions about every sunday and gives points for attending at the end of the year. takes the score of your highest 5 quizzes (50pts), + 2 take home tests(20pts) out of70 and add EC +exam grades for your total grade. He lets you know your grade 1 week before finals.

Extremely hard but very informative. 11 pop quizzes, he counts 6 but they are very difficult. 2 data projects that are assigned in the beginning so he grades them throughly. If you want to get an easy A or B or even C for that matter do not take him. If you want to learn Econ take him. overall very good professor.

Overall I really enjoyed his class, lectures are interesting. Gives 11 pop quizzes keeps top 6, and 2 data projects. If you study and go to office hours its not bad. Put in effort and you should be able to pull out a B.

Heap is one of my favorite teachers at JMU. Sometimes he gets a bad rep for being tough, but that's how you really learn the material. Overall, if you go to class, do the reading, study and make a solid attempt, you will succeed!

Heap's lectures are very interesting and informative. Gives lots of readings that are essential for passing. 11 pop quizzes, keeps 6 best (60%) 2 data projects (20%) and final (20%). I never went to his office hours, but did all the readings and worked hard on the data projects and ended with a B. A is not impossible, but don't count on it.

Heap intimidates you into thinking it is a tough class, but if you do all the readings and go to every class you won't get lower than a C. I consider myself pretty smart and pulled out an A because his grading scale is more than fair, you should be able to have at least 70% easily going into the final. He holds Sunday morning reviews that help ALOT

Only 6 of the 11 quizzes he gives count towards your grade. He has review sessions almost every Sunday, he answers questions and basically tells you everything that is going to be on the "pop" quiz that happens every Tuesday after the review. Do extra work on the data projects, he gives extra credit. Participate and he is nicer with grading. Read.

Phil is really there to help you. What professor gives you 11 quizzes and drops 6 of them and also gives you a project and help sessions to boost your grade? I honestly think people who see him as a horrible teacher just do not do there work and are looking for that easy A.

I don't think I've ever done a review of a professor before, but Professor Phillip Heap is an intellectual mastermind within the field of Economics. His class is extensively comprehensive as the class has a solid foundation on the of basis of Macroeconomic theory. I've learned so much that much of many of my beliefs have changed due to Macro. Yuppp

Attendance isn't mandatory, but you won't pass if you don't go. 9 pop quizzes (takes your 5 highest scores). Get ready to read and take notes. He isn't a bad teacher, but it's really hard if you don't think/learn a certain way. Don't take this class if you're more of a visual/kinesthetic learner: will cause A LOT OF STRESS.

The material in this course is tough to grasp but Heap tries his best to help you understand. He drops your lowest 4 quizzes, offers pass sessions on the weekend, and is accessible outside of class. However, expect to be challenged on your understanding on the tests and quizzes. Easier gen-eds out there but highly recommended for cob students

Phil may be one of the toughest teachers i've had at JMU. The topics are confusing and he does his best to explain them, but if you put in the extra time, go to his help sessions, keep up with the reading, and research outside of class, you should do well. Also pop quizzes will ruin your grade if you show up not knowing the material.

Mr. Heap was the man. Yea I got a C but I could have done much better if I wasn't such a bum. As long as you read a little bit and listen to what he says in class, the pretty much weekly quizzes and the tests should be pretty straight. But this man really cares about his students and wants the best for all of them. Take him for sure.

I took Heap for both ECON200 and ECON201 and I would take him again in a heartbeat. If you go to class, take notes, and read the textbook, you should have no trouble getting a fine grade. Quizzes take place about once a week and he drops a few. He's really caring and willing to help. If you're willing to invest in the class, take him!!

Professor Heap will care about you as much as you care about his class. Make an effort by going to his review sessions/PASS sessions/his office hours. Once he notices that you make an effort in his class he starts to cut you some slack and is always willing to help you. His pop quizzes are hard af but he only keeps your top 5 grades.

This man is not the devil. He knows what he's doing, is very knowledgable, and is actually pretty caring if you show good effort. Just be ready to work hard, as is standard with any harder college class. Go to all of his help sessions on the weekends and you will get an A. He drops 5/10 quizzes, but try to do better on the earlier ones.

Take him if you're willing to put in the work. Its worth it if you actually want to learn. He doesnt take any BS, so study, show up to class, and go to the help sessions. Let him know you care. This guy's pretty likable if you do these things. Also, stick it out. If you end up having to take his class, dont be worried about his negative reviews

Heap is a really good, tough professor. He has help sessions on the weekend that are definitely worth going to. He has about 12 quizzes, which are hard. He drops about half of them at the end. He definitely makes you work but if you work hard it's possible to do well.

You will learn the most taking Phil, but be ready to put in the time to study your notes. Note handouts match up perfectly with the slides and the slides are very easy to understand and are very clear. Participate in class. Go to office hours when you get behind. Attend weekend help sessions. Quizzes and exams are very fair and from notes.

Professor Heap is definitely one of the harder teachers you can take for your Econ classes. If your just taking a GenEd I recommend skipping him and taking an easier prof. However, if your a business or Econ major taking his class will greatly benefit and prepare you for your classes ahead.

Prof. Heap does not make the class easy. However, if you actually do the readings and pay close attention in class then youll do fine. There are 9 quizzes which he then drops half of them. A midterm worth a quarter of your grade, and an optional final depending on your grade in the class. If your thinking of taking this for a gen ed, don't.

Everyone who says he's "mean" is soft and is probably the same student who does not attend class. If you do the readings, go to class/pay attention, and participate, you will be fine. Maybe the most straight forward, fair class I have ever been in. I would strongly recommend Phil Heap to anyone who is willing to put in the effort.

Heap is incredibly tough, and if you can't handle a bit of teasing/sarcastic dry humor, then just skip him. His quizzes are brutally graded, but not unfair. He makes sure you can't BS your way out of the quizzes, which are all based on out of class reading and notes in class. Heap makes sure you learn in his class, but you have to work for it.

Professor Heap definitely makes you work hard to get an A, but if you go to class, study, do the readings, and participate, yu will do fine. I heard so many people complain about him, but those were the same students that joked about not doing any readings. In my 4 years as a bio major, this was one of the hardest yet fulfilling classes I took

Dr. Heap is great, but you need to go to every class. His class is really lecture heavy and missing one class can leave you really far behind. Grades based on a midterm and a final which is worth 50% of your grade, and the other half is from 8-9 pop quizzes, but he only takes the best 5. Quizzes are largely based on readings that he assigns

Overall it's a hard class, but it's Economics so I wouldn't expect anything less. Heap explains everything you need to know in his lectures, so don't miss class. You must read everything if you want to pass the pop quizzes. He had Sunday help sessions every week and he took notice if you were there. My participation helped me get an A-.

So here's the deal with Professor Heap: At the beginning of the semester, you probably won't like him because he is sarcastic and kinda makes fun of his students, and he gives difficult pop quizzes about once a week. However as the semester goes on you'll start to like him. With that said, the class is still very hard so get ready to work.

Prof. Heap is a great guy, and loves when students interact with him(expect when belittles you from time to time) still It's a very interesting class and requires lots of hard work. Don't get it twisted this class is a struggle, and it requires the reading. The only true way to pass Heap's class is to pay attention and read everything he assigns

I love this guy but you need to work for your grade. make sure you read textbook & outside readings he posts. these readings are important! class isn't mandatory but he notices who shows up, which could benefit you. 10 quizzes, keeps highest 5, two exams, drops lower grade, & a final. so quizzes are 50% of grade, 1 exam 25% and final 25%.

Phil is smart. He really knows his stuff, explains it well, and is inspirational. However, he is a tough grader, and the quizzes are brutally graded. Get ready to read the textbook closely and pay close attention in class. The class was really interesting and was a good thing to take as an Econ major. For a non-business major, take an easier prof.

Take econ with Phil if you're a business major, otherwise, this is a very tough gen ed. Phil makes you really think about the concepts and challenged my critical thinking skills. The Sunday help sessions are definitely worthwhile. I think he intimidates a lot of students who don't really know him but he's truly a nice guy. Lots of reading.

Heap is a great Economics professor. He is intelligent and doesn't just lecture about definitions straight from the book. He actually teaches the material and connects it to current economic problems students face. (Did a whole lecture on why college is so expensive) He is a very intense grader though. Hard work and office hour visits necessary.

Don't skip the last class before break... it will help you

Incredible teacher, doesn't take any crap from students but expects great things of his students. attendance not mandatory but if you miss lectures it's gonna be rough. Curves heavily, tests are fairly specific. Holds office hours on weekends which really shows he goes the extra mile. Humorous lecturer.

Phil is a funny professor. He would always use funny examples like beer or cigarettes to engage his students. Knows his stuff and if you pay attention and do the readings you will be fine. Only downside is that he is a hardass grader but he curves heavy to help his students.

Dont listen to the awful reviews. If you show up to class and respect him and not ask stupid questions youll be fine. His class is tough but its not too bad. If you take good notes in class and listen you will be fine.

Phil's econ class is a lot of interesting lectures and examples, but he gets the point across well. I really liked his class and definitely would recommend it. Friday tests tho, which are 5 questions and honestly not too bad just because he drops 5 of them at the end of the semester.

I really enjoyed my time in this class and thought Professor Heap was a very good teacher. He gives pop quizzes through the semester and chapter quizzes. I strongly recommend you begin working on your final project early and update it regularly.

He can be difficult but if you go and talk to him he's very understanding of difficulties and will help you. The material is hard but he does a great job of explaining it - if you don't go to class you won't understand it. His lectures can be boring and there are weekly quizzes, and he doesn't allow technology.

Phil is a great professor. The class itself is very difficult but he is always available for extra help and explains this clearly. He seems a little intimidating but he is very nice and understanding. Show up to class!! He gives little pop quizzes but he gives a free 10 points for just completing it. Read the articles and chapters he assigns!!

Heap is a great prof. Only 3 assessments and they count for a big part of your grade but he assigns quizzes every Sunday that will help raise it. Often gives EC to those who regularly show up to class since attendance isn't required. You will not pass without attending since tests are lecture-heavy but they are incredibly beneficial and engaging.

Don't get me wrong, Prof. Heap can be a prick. But you WILL learn in his class. He will put you on the spot, give pop quizzes, and occasionally publicly embarrass you. It will force you to come prepared and care about learning. Go to his office hours... he is helpful and shockingly nice. Don't be scared to take Heap... you'll survive :-)

Prof. Heap is my favorite professor that I've had to far at JMU. Tough grader, but good teacher and helpful should you approach him. I've taken him for 2 300-level economics classes so I can't testify as to how he is for intro courses but he is fantastic should you take him. Highly recommend.

Game Theory is a tough subject but Prof. Heap will get you through it. He gives outlines and easy quizzes on Sundays to help your grade. Beware the final though, it is unlike anything you will ever see before or after you take it.

This class is all lecture and nothing else. weekly sunday quizzes on a lockdown browser. He doesnt take attendance, so half the class doesnt show for any class except test day, which you will probably fail if you dont show up to normal classes. The average for tests are Ds. He's cool, but the lectures can be mind numbingly boring if u dislike econ.

Heap is definitely very strict and will not tolerate any kind of nuisance in his class and will call you out if you say something dumb, however, he does care about his students and gives extra credit options. The way he teaches actually makes students learn the material.

Phil Heap is one of the best teachers that I have had at JMU so far, even if he is difficult. He thoroughly understands the material to guide the students through it, as well as being able to keep the attention of the students through how engaging and sometimes comedic he tries to be. Quizzes on Sunday are annoying, but do help the grade in the end

Rude professor? This man expects you to know the material and actually cares about his students. Great guy that gives opportunities for success (extra credit) and is friendly. Heap drops your lowest exam score, so he does care about your success. Just study and you'll be fine.

Professor Heap is a good professor who wants his students to learn and succeed. The content in the class is quite difficult and students are expected to read textbook chapters each week to learn. 3 exams throughout the year and a difficult final. If you don't want to spend 8+ hours reading chapters and studying, YOU WILL NOT DO WELL.

You have to engage in this class to succeed. Assigned readings before every lecture, but they're helpful. He can be harsh but warms up throughout the semester. He is happy to help you during office hours or "Sundays with Phil", but you need to reach out. I wouldn't recommend this class to someone who just wants an easy A.

The class is difficult if you do not study at all or do the readings which is likely most of these reviews did not. A lot of readings and they can be lengthy. The exams can be hard but I would make a quilt with everything, study it for a week, and get an A. I have no finished this class but it is for sure do able for anyone if you put in effort.

Phil Heap is very, very interesting. There was no technology allowed in his class, and you could not leave to use the restroom. His tests are very difficult, he is brutally honest, and he expects a lot from you. However, he offers plenty of extra credit and help; so long as you keep up and ride the wave, you will be fine.

Ratings are skewed. If you are engaged he will like you and help. Just show up and participate. Test questions pulled directly from the homeworks. No test is that hard my average was like a 91. Hard course so people blame it on him but any professor would be hard. Also many extra credit opportunities and curves decently well.

I've heard horror stories about his micro class, but I enjoyed his macro class. Professor Heap knows his stuff and if you pay attention in class and take time to understand the material outside of class if you have to, you can succeed.

Dude gets a lot of hate for no reason. He's a genuine guy who knows his stuff and wants you to learn. Exams aren't easy buy are doable if you take the time to study. He gives a TON of extra credit so thats nice. He drops your lowest exam and provides feedback to missed questions. I recommend taking him but only if you're responsible.

He's a really great teacher with a bad rep because his class is hard. He really wants you to read the textbook which I didn't do and still ended up fine, so if you do read it, you will do exceptional. He knows a lot about economics and cares about his students. Just a hard class, but if you're willing to put in the effort I would reccomend.

People leaving bad reviews just don't put in the effort. I've never taking an econ class before and i'm sitting at a 92 going into the final. Lock in gang.

Based on what ive heard from previous students the grading structure seems to change all the time. For me most of the points came from pop quizzes. Other years didnt have any quizzes. The tests are NOT hard, 50% of the test material is from the problem sets that he gives u tons of time to get done. You do have to read the textbook to know whats up.

The tests are NOT hard, 50+% of the test material is directly from homework, in class slides, and required readings. You have to read the text book to know whats up. We had lots of pop quizzes that were pretty hard, but not impossible. He seems rough at the beginning of the year but he's actually chill.

the class is difficult. Heap will not give you an inch on quizzes only giving pop quizzes and making exam review material have a deadline. he is also a tough grader. saying this he is the funniest teacher I have, and he makes himself available with review sessions every Sunday and frequent office hours. participate in lectures and read to succeed.

This class is hard in general, not because he makes it hard. All quizzes are pop quizzes and they make up most of your grade, but you only need 6 graded. He's always available for extra help, and gives a TON of extra credit. I'm sitting at a 98 going into the final, so legit just pay attention and you'll be fine.

The material is relatively challenging, but if you go to every class and put in work before lectures to read and get to know the material, you will succeed. Professor Heap is a nice guy when you actually talk to him. He can be a little standoffish in class, but just do your work, and he'll like you, and you'll get a good grade.

His tests are incredibly hard, but if you participate in his class even a little bit he will curve your grade at the end and help you out. I think he's a pretty good professor, but he curved my 59 to a 76 so I'm biased.