3.9

Robert Guell

Economics - Indiana State University

3.9
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
63%
Would Retake
90
Reviews
3.9
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
3.9
Helpful
3.9
Clarity

63%

Would Retake

90

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

In this online class, Dr

ECON331 - 3.0 rating

Funniest prof you'll ever have if you don't offend easily

ECON100 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

56%

Textbook Required

81%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 22 grades
Most common grades:
A (13)
B+ (4)
A- (2)
Grade Distribution
A(13)B(1)C(0)D(2)F(0)A-/B+(6)
Based on 23 reported grades
A: 13
B+: 4
A-: 2
D: 2
Common Tags
Participation matters (5)
TEST HEAVY (5)
Tough Grader (5)
Hilarious (4)
EXTRA CREDIT (3)
LECTURE HEAVY (3)
Accessible outside class (2)
Tough grader (2)
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Reviews (90)
3.0
3.0
ECON260
Apr 11, 2003

No Comments

3.0
4.0
ECON
Apr 22, 2003

Rated R Lectures(very funny). Way too many notes. Unsocial after class time.

4.0
3.0
ECON100
Apr 22, 2003

Funny stories in class, give students a chance to better their grade in the end.

5.0
1.0
ECON370
Apr 25, 2003

Dr. Guell Rocks!! He is extremely moody and he'll be one of the first to tell you how smart he is, but he's one heck of a teacher and a great guy!

5.0
3.0
ECON370
May 7, 2003

No Comments

3.0
1.0
ECON200
Sep 18, 2003

On of the best profs in the department.

5.0
1.0
ECON100
Dec 5, 2003

He is so hot!!! Got a great butt, wish he wore tighter pants.

3.0
1.0
ECON
Dec 11, 2003

i don't think he's hot....and i think he is too democratic in his views!

3.0
4.0
ECON100
Dec 11, 2003

Who ever you are that says he is not hot needs a new pair of glasses.

5.0
3.0
ECON100
Dec 11, 2003

He's a good professor. Funny guy who teaches what you need to know.

3.0
3.0
ECONOMICS
Jan 3, 2004

Too uneven in his approach to education and his students.

4.0
2.0
ECON100
Feb 8, 2004

Dr. Guell is awesome! He's hilarious and his grading scale is cake. Any teacher that clowns on Downtown Dale and their one stoplight gets an A in my book.

4.0
3.0
ECONOMICS
Mar 27, 2004

Very good at giving us the confidence to pass.

4.0
2.0
ECON370
May 3, 2004

the best econ prof in the department

4.0
1.0
ECON200
Sep 7, 2004

Easy-going class. Makes it interesting which is hard to do for econ. Got to give him credit for that.

3.0
1.0
ECON120
Grade: A
Oct 18, 2004

Easy coursework and homework and will give you an A if you whine enough.

4.0
3.0
ECN100
Nov 6, 2004

HE'S AWESOME

5.0
1.0
ECON100
Dec 10, 2004

80-100 is an A and any professor that cusses and compares Guinness beer to used lawn-mower oil gets an A in my book. Oh yeah, he knows a ton about Economics.

5.0
2.0
ECON100
Apr 22, 2005

This professor is very clear and helpful. He does expect you to learn material but is still pretty easy. He is fun in class and super nice, If you have to take econ 100 take this guy.

1.0
5.0
ECON101
Apr 27, 2005

Is not real clear on assignments and is not helpful with explanations of class material.

5.0
3.0
WORKEDWITHHIM
Aug 12, 2005

Dr. Guell is the coolest professor at Indiana State!

2.0
3.0
ECON100
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
Sep 2, 2005

Dr.Guell was kind of crude at times and some of the comments he would make I didnt really appericate.

5.0
1.0
ECONOMICS
Sep 28, 2005

He is very kick ass!!!!!!

5.0
1.0
ECON100
Grade: A-
Oct 3, 2005

With the grading scale he has it is a must pass!! plus he's funny as hell!

3.0
3.0
ECONOMICS100
Oct 4, 2005

Very good examples...hilarious...loves to say ****

3.0
3.0
ECONOMICS100
Oct 4, 2005

Very good examples...hilarious...loves to cuss

4.0
2.0
ECONOMICS100
Oct 6, 2005

Fun Teacher, Makes Econ as fun as it could be. If that is even possible.

5.0
4.0
ECONOMICS100
Oct 23, 2005

He's a great teacher he knows how to lighten up the class! He makes economics as interesting as it can be. However you MUST study for his exams they are very hard.

4.0
4.0
ECONOMICS100
Grade: A
Oct 23, 2005

Great teacher and fun to be in class with, it's just the material that sucks. If it wasn't for him though, I would probably be failing. If you have to take Econ, take this guy, just as long as you don't mind a little curseing here and there, lol.

5.0
1.0
ECON
Oct 26, 2005

Very large grading scale. A 80-90, B 60-80, etc. He makes everything clear and is willing to help if you are willing to work. Replies to emails fast and you can get help in his office any time! Very helpful, fun teacher!!

5.0
1.0
ECON
Nov 10, 2005

Easy Teacher and class.

5.0
1.0
ECON101
Apr 26, 2006

Extremely easy grading scale and seems very knowledgable in the subject he's teaching. Wasn't hard to attend lectures because he's an entertaining guy, cursing left and right.

5.0
4.0
ECON100
Nov 27, 2006

cool teacher, really helpful

5.0
3.0
ECON101
Dec 11, 2006

if you have to take econ 101, its your mistake if you dont take this teacher. even though he wrote his own book, he is good not "easy" the grading scale is easy, offers bonus points, and posts grades, and all the tests and possible questions on his web page! take this class

5.0
1.0
ECON100
Dec 29, 2006

gives you every possible chance to get an A, and is one of the funniest teachers and just when you are about to fall asleep a stream of expletives comes out

4.0
3.0
ECON100
Apr 10, 2007

Very intelligent professor who can be helpful, but his funny stories often overshadow the real lesson being taught.

5.0
2.0
ECON100
Apr 7, 2008

This guy is great. Plus he is extremely easy if you had econ in high school. You get an A if you have 80% how awesome is that?? plus his vocabulary and topics covered will always keep you interested!!!

5.0
2.0
ECON100
Apr 14, 2008

Class is easy if you are willing to put effort into the class. He tells you exactly what is on the exams, word for word. If you will study it, you will get an A in the class. Also, he keeps the lecture very interesting. Take Econ from him if you can.

5.0
3.0
ECON100
Jun 10, 2008

Awesome prof. Class is not "easy" but if you do the work, you are going to get at least a B. Very clear and helpful and a funny guy.

5.0
4.0
ECON100
Sep 9, 2008

Dr. Guell is great! He relates econ to college students in a way that keeps you very interested in class. I never have a problem trying to get myself to go to class because he is such a great teacher! He will go the extra mile to make sure you understand the material and his grading scale is SUPER easy (ie 80% is an A). He is also HILARIOUS!

5.0
1.0
ECON200
Dec 8, 2008

Easy. You know exactly what will be on the tests. No homework, only quizzes. Anything above an 80 is an A.

5.0
3.0
ECON201
Jan 7, 2009

He's a great teacher and hilarious!! he will keep you laughing all periode. His grading scale is easy, but you have to pay attention in class. He covers a lot, but he makes it college related so you will actually remember stuff.

5.0
2.0
ECON100
Feb 9, 2009

This guy is great. I really like the way he teaches, you know when everything will be, all the notes are available online, as well as study guides.

5.0
3.0
ECON200
Apr 8, 2009

Just a great guy. Come to class and you should get a good grade. Gives out study guides that are the same as the test questions. No homework.

4.0
4.0
ECON200
Oct 23, 2009

funny guy! haha

5.0
2.0
ECON201
Oct 27, 2009

GREAT TEACHER!!!! Take his classes

4.0
5.0
ECON201
Dec 2, 2009

Funny guy, Clear with material, Hard class.

4.0
3.0
ECON200
Dec 15, 2009

Great class! Yes, he can be crude and profane, but that's part of the fun-- you never know what he's going to say. Go to class, pay semi-attention, do the readings, and passing is pretty easy!

3.0
2.0
ECON100
Mar 19, 2010

Easy class. If you follow the study guide you will ace the tests. You don't have to take the final if you have an A. He is kind of cocky and has a potty mouth, but i guess he is a little funny. He tells it like it is.

4.0
4.0
ECON200
Jun 8, 2010

Funny! Do the work and you'll get an A.

5.0
2.0
ECON100
Jun 15, 2010

He is so easy going and real with his students, if you do the work you will get a good grade.

5.0
4.0
BUS200
Sep 28, 2010

good prof. Had him fro BUS 200 & 201. If you have to take econ here at ISU take it with him!!! Guell will atleast keep you awake and make the graphs compatable with college life (beer & pizza). He's also has used sexual situations in the past. For instance how far would a guy drive for a b.j.(when teaching a supply and demand graph)

5.0
2.0
ECON101
Jun 4, 2011

Thank God for Mr.Guell and his ECON101 course. Although this man curses like a sailor which I don't like, he is a great professor. He has his own grading scale. I failed 2 exams and still came out with a B-. If you suck at math like I do take this man! You cannot fail!

5.0
4.0
ECON100
Jul 19, 2011

I was not looking forward to this class going in, but Dr. Guell made Economics into an interesting topic. He is passionate about teaching and understands the students quite well. He is always eager to help students, even over text message. He knows that the class is hard and is doing all he can to help make it easier. He also wrote the textbook.

5.0
4.0
ECON100
Jul 19, 2011

I was not looking forward to this class going in, but Dr. Guell made Economics into an interesting topic. He is passionate about teaching and understands the students quite well. He is always eager to help students, even over text message. He knows that the class is hard and is doing all he can to help make it easier.

5.0
3.0
ECON101
Nov 15, 2011

Great prof! He makes the topics relevant and relates them to everyday life. He knows most math classes are BS, so he makes sure that his class can be used later on. Curses a lot, but he warns you of that at the beginning of the year. Material is a LITTLE difficult but I personally hate math. No book required. He's hilarious! I recommend the class!

4.0
1.0
ECON101
Mar 29, 2012

Great Prof doesnt treat you like a child. Attendance is not required only showed up on test day and pulled an A. I even suck at math. Makes sexual funny jokes in class to keep you awake. But go to the stuy sessions and you will get an A for sure.

4.0
3.0
ECON101
Aug 15, 2012

Guell is definitely a character. He curses like a sailor, but his method of teaching keeps you awake. I failed high school econ, but I got a B- in his class. Do the study guides, and you can't fail. He also has a wonderful grading scale that makes it hard to fail the course.

5.0
2.0
ECON100
Nov 14, 2012

An extremely good teacher. Provides many ways for you to easily pass the class with a B- if you do what you need to do. Curses a lot. Does a very good job of making topics interesting and relevant to current events.

5.0
3.0
ECON101
Dec 15, 2012

Let me begin by explaining that I took this course for my math credit, and I absolutely loathe math of all kinds. And this was no different. The material is hard, and you have to work hard to do well. However, Guell is great. Swears all the time. He actually made me sort of lik math. Sort of. If you have take math, take ECON with Guell!

5.0
2.0
ECON101
Mar 24, 2013

This is the first math-related class that EVER made sense to me. He is great at explaining things to the mathematically challenged. He uses real-world problems so it's not pointless. He is also hilarious. His classes are laid-back and pretty easy if you pay attention to the examples/notes. He is one of my favorite instructors ever.

4.0
3.0
ECON101
Apr 9, 2013

Guell is one of the best prof ive had here. He is so funny and makes the class enjoyable! and let me tell you i HATE any type of math. He makes it a little better. If the chance, take this class!

3.0
4.0
ECON101
Nov 11, 2013

This is the funniest teacher I've had here so far as a freshman. He makes economics really interesting. His tests are extremely difficult because answers must be worded perfectly. Attendance is not necessary but you get points for attending.

4.0
3.0
ECON200
Grade: B+
Oct 22, 2014

Really funny guy! clearly study guide, review before reading quiz, attendance require.

5.0
1.0
ECON200
Nov 11, 2014

Go to class, study the study guides, pass the class. It is that simple. I hate econ and he makes it bearable with his cursing and cocky attitude. Dont mess up and take someone else for econ200!!

2.0
4.0
H102
Dec 1, 2014

Has little concern for us students and speaks highly of himself almost daily. Recommend avoiding him if possible. He is very rude.

5.0
1.0
51654
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2014

You have to read in this class to understand Econ however, he helps you understand it a lot through the lectures. Guell has colorful language, which makes him funny. Not many other teaches curse everyday. He also give great examples that keep you into the listen. He has a grading system like if you get a 84% or higher is considered a A in the class

3.0
4.0
ECON100
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2014

The most intelligent man I've ever spoken to- the random things that come out of his mouth question me, how does he know all of this? He does cuss & say inappropriate things A LOT which bothered me at some points but you get used to it. As for the material I got an A on all the tests but I really worked for it so I didn't have to take the final. :)

5.0
1.0
ECON100
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2015

He is a good professor

5.0
1.0
ECON100
Nov 20, 2015

Excellent professor, make sure you pay attention and attend class.

4.0
1.0
ECON100
Grade: B+
Nov 25, 2015

funniest person i have ever seen. 4 exams 100 points each , around easy 10 CQ worth 3 points each, easy 10 RQ worth 0.99 each ( online ). thats it do not play smart with him.

5.0
4.0
ECON201
Dec 27, 2015

Mr. Guell is hilarious! However, ECON 201 is a graph based class, please if you take him STUDY THOSE GRAPHS!!! only 4 exams, online quizzes out of 0.99, and there are a lot of content quizzes.

4.0
2.0
ECON100
Grade: A
Dec 29, 2015

I loved going to class. He's hilarious. Made learning fun.

3.0
3.0
ECON100
Grade: D
Apr 20, 2016

If you did well in Econ in high school, this class will be a breeze for you. Be prepared to learn a lot of graphs.

5.0
5.0
ECON302
Grade: A
Jul 25, 2016
Would take again

This professor is incredibly knowledgeable. While I originally thought he was as interested as dirty dish water, he brilliant. The book isn't really as necessary as just LISTENING TO HIS LECTURES. He'll literally hand you the answer to every test question, which he gives you in advance. You really have no excuse AT ALL for not getting an A.

4.0
3.0
ECON100
Oct 30, 2016
Would take again

Professor Guell was my favorite professor so far during my time at ISU. His lectures are interesting and funny. He explains it well for anyone to understand while at the same time makes the class (and the subject of economics) interesting. He gives out participation points too. I recommend Professor Guell for ECON 100.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
ECON331
Grade: A
Jun 19, 2017
Would take again

In this online class, Dr. Guell uploads his lectures that correspond with a powerpoint from the textbook publisher. I started to listen to them at the beginning of the semester, then I quit. Not many clear expectations, 3 tests, and a paper. Little instructions for those, but I did well. Make sure you do the discussion boards- they are super easy!

Participation matters
Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ECON302
Jul 6, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Tough grader and doesn't explain things well

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
ECON302
Grade: B+
Nov 2, 2017
Would take again

The class consists of some discussion topics, a couple major exams, essay style and a final paper. This discussions are easy points but in order to get full credit, you must participate. There is not much information on how to do the exams so its hard to know what to expect. He grades tough but fair. Listen to the lectures! They will be your guide!

Tough Grader
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
ECON100
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2017
Would take again

this class was very easy. you have access to answers for the tests most of the time. just listen to the lectures, do well on the content/reading quizzes, and come to class, and study. you will probably have to put in extra time for studying, but it is doable.

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
ECON100
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2018
Would take again

Funniest prof you'll ever have if you don't offend easily. Tests are tough but they are straight memorization, it's just a lot. He gives you the test ahead of time online and has a very soft grading scale. If you do the online quizzes and study for the content quizzes, which are simply redrawing graphs, you'll do fine.

Hilarious
Tests are tough
1.0
5.0
ECON100
Grade: D
Nov 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He is inappropriate and he talks a lot of topic. He is very cocky and does not comprehend why people do understand the things he does. He grades you on quizzes and tests only. So if your looking for some assignments to help your grade there aren't any.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ECON100
Nov 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He is inappropriate and if you are not passing by the 9th week of his class drop it.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
3.0
ECON302
Dec 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I hate Econ I should not have taken this for my Upper Divisional Elective I was told that the class would be easy and for some people it was but I guess I'm just Econ stupid. His first 2 exam I struggled so much on them the last too I got help from some friends and I did better. His course is weighted so 100-80 is an A.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
2.0
3.0
ECON100
Grade: A-
Apr 30, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This class is pretty pointless and all tests you just memorize the study guide. The study guides are the tests so just study those and you will be fine. The information he covers is boring but he does make it interesting with stories and jokes.

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ECON100
Grade: A
Sep 11, 2019
Would take again

Loved this Professor. Gives you the test before you take it, but it's still tough. If you can memorize graphs and aren't afraid to raise your hand in front of 100 other student you'll do fine. I had a whole letter grade up for participation points through asking questions in class. May have cost me some pride but definitely worth it to me.

Participation matters
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
ECON100
Grade: B
Dec 6, 2020
Would take again

He made the material understandable and used comedy to aid

Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ECON321
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Guell was an excellent professor to work with, and is one of the rare professors that not only knows the material but can teach it well too. He can be funny in class, but be warned that the entire class was exams.

Accessible outside class
Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
1.0
1.0
ECN100
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2022

He simplifies economics. Reagon economics which is old fashioned today.He is very crude and condescending to students.

3.0
4.0
ECON201
Grade: B+
Jan 18, 2024
Would take again

Robert was a decent professor. You have to get use to the way that he teaches and grades. Attendance isn't mandatory but you'll miss a lot if you don't. If you're willing to put the work in you'll do well in the class, especially for the tests. The quizzes are easy but the tests are hard. He grades off of understanding rather than memorization.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

56%

Textbook Required

81%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 22 grades
Most common grades:
A (13)
B+ (4)
A- (2)
Grade Distribution
A(13)B(1)C(0)D(2)F(0)A-/B+(6)
Based on 23 reported grades
A: 13
B+: 4
A-: 2
D: 2
Common Tags
Participation matters (5)
TEST HEAVY (5)
Tough Grader (5)
Hilarious (4)
EXTRA CREDIT (3)
LECTURE HEAVY (3)
Accessible outside class (2)
Tough grader (2)
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.47 avg change
Apr
Sep
Dec
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Dec
Jan
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

51654

5.0

(1)

WORKEDWITHHIM

5.0

(1)

BUS200

5.0

(1)

ECON321

5.0

(1)

ECON370

4.7

(3)
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Difficulty by Course

ECON302

4.3

BUS200

4.0

H102

4.0

ECON201

3.6

ECONOMICS100

3.2

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