I hate economics, but I thought her lectures were actually interesting! She uses real-life examples that are relevant to teenagers, and she even uses humor every once in a while :) Plus, she has exact test questions (and answers!) on her website.

I have a feeling that these other people rating on here didn't go to class, and if they did, they didn't pay attention and/or not study for her tests. Her tests are challenging, but definitely possible to do well on if one attends lecture and studies.

Knows her stuff. Hard exams.

Heard so many horor stories about her. I took the class and got a B+. She wasn't bad, there was lots of extra credit oppurtunities. If you go to class and listen and study, its not hard.

Only a bad teacher if you dont go to class.

Okay, I got an A+ in her class, so IT IS POSSIBLE. She isn't really that tough. In fact, I was confused because I, too, had heard the horror stories. Go to class, do the work, and utilize the helpful resources she posts on the website. You'll be fine.

The simple fact is that Econ in itself sucks. Econ in a lecture with 500 other people is suckier, and labs taught by Grad students, bad. It is not that she's a bad teacher; she is teaching a crap subject. Tests are alright if you study and use internet.

Okay, so the crappy part of it is that microeconomics just plain sucks. And the horror stories about Ryan being on probation because of how many people she failed definitely doesn't help. But she really does try; her website is packed with practice tests and she holds tutoring sessions.

She isn't very helpful on a personal level, but if use the resources on the web to study you'll be fine. I had a good TA, although at first I didn't think so, but it's definetly possible to get someone who doesn't know what they are doing.

she doesn't have the best personality but as long as you attend all the lectures and labs and do the online practice questions, the class isn't too bad. there are a lot of ways to get help since it isn't the easiest the concept to grasp. she also gives curves and bonus points.

I heart Sharon!

easy class.....just look over practice tests....all the same as the test questions

Even though she has no personality and her lectures are incredibly boring, the exams aren't that bad if you study.

It seemed like she knew her stuff, was very clear, and offered very helpful study sessions. The class isn't supposed to be easy. I don't understand why everyone dislikes her.

do the online practice tests, s.r. is a boring and mean lady, but the tests are cake. i had well over 100% without really touching the book.

She gets a bad rep for some reason, but I attended class and thought everything was simple if I paid attention.. She offers previous exams that were easy to follow and I got over 100 percent in both classes I took with her.

No one likes her, and I don't understand why. She is a GREAT teacher! She's very thorough, knowledgable, and helpful. I LOVE that class! It is pretty easy too, b/c she goes over eerything slowly, and repeats things, she gives study sheets. What more do people want?? I think if you care at all, you'll like her and her class. Keep up the good work Pro. Ryan!

The actual lecture the material is a bit unclear, but lab clears it all up and material really starts to make sense. Most of economics is just common sense. I don't think Professor Ryan is all that bad of a professor and if you look over the old multiple choice questions you should do alright.

I didn't have any trouble in this class. All I heard at the beginning of the term how hard it would be, but I didn't struggle at all. She provides so much study material about the tests that there is no excuse not to do well, not to mention all of the opportunities for extra credit (if you just go to the lectures, you get extra credit). Easy class.

Aight

Nice teacher, study the past tests, you'll ace the tests.

This class is not as difficult as some make it out to be. She gives very clear examples of how to do everything. Class is extremely structured. Lots of previous worksheets/tests up on her website. Tests can be kinda tough but as long as you stay with the lectures and worksheets you'll be fine. Oh, and don't worry about reading.

for the tests: read the mc online and know how to do all of the problems from recitation and you'll do well...going to class for that EC and doing all extra surveys helps too.

Sharon was GREAT at explaining concepts clearly. To do well in her class, you MUST attend every class, otherwise you will quickly get behind. At the end of the semester, she will boost you to the next letter grade if you've attended most of her lectures. She also posts her old tests online, so DEFINITELY use those. I highly recommend her.

It's easy to say she's a bad professor because her class is hard, but she really explains the concept well, and her expectations aren't unreasonable. I did very poorly on my first test, but I hadn't studied well. I talked to my TA and prepared more, and I did much better. Take advantage of all the online quizzes and the massive curve.

Honestly, even though this class was super hard, Ryan makes herself very available for help. Despite students labeling her as a notorious ****, she's seriously pretty nice. I missed my final by accident, and she was cool about it and let me take a make-up exam even though I had no real excuse. Pretty sweet, ended up with a B+!

Ryan was one of the most practical and straight forward professors that I've ever had. The horror stories about her come from freshmen newbies that are not accustomed to college classes yet.

I braced myself for the absolute worst and it turns out the bark is much worse than the bite. She gives massive curves on each test (nearly 20 points for some). I don't think she was really all that open if you need help but the TAs are. The last exam was completely different than the the other two. She smirked evily during exams.

Her lectures are VERY clear. If you attend lectures, study for exams, you can at least get a B-. The course material is hard, but Dr. Ryan goes over it multiple times to make sure that everyone gets it. It's my second time taking Econ. Took it with a different instructor: that class sucked! With Ryan it made complete sense.

Sharon Ryan is a fast paced professor but is very easy to understand. If you pay attention to her, you will be able to learn the material easy. Tests can be hard because of the time limit but take advantage of the E.C. games because they can be a life saver. Take all the optional stuff: quizzes, hw, and test! A's are possible.

Sharon Ryan is a good teacher. If you attened most of the lectures and all of your RSD classes it isn't hard at all. The exams are EXACTLY the same as the written homework she gives, so as long as you do those you will do well on the exams. She gives you all the material you need to do well and even a couple of extra credit assignments.

She was the most organized teacher I have ever had and it made this class one of my favorites freshman year. She posts all of her lecture notes online (very helpful!), exams are very similar to written homework, extra credit GAMES are given online(Do these they are worth your time), online quizes are harder but can obviously be done in groups.

reminds me of my high school statistics teacher(btw-that class helps with econ) she is really interested in her subject and is always in a good mood

Great professor! Lectures were very organized and well put together. Millions of online lecture notes and study guides and bundles of opportunities for EC!

boring teacher and very restrict

Everyone complains about Sharon Ryan but she is a GOOD professor and the class is totally manageable. The people who complain about this class are the ones who never go and don't do the homework. If you are a good student, you will get a good grade. And Sharon is a fine professor.

The online section of the class that she runs is terrible. Don't do it. I've found that she does tell you everything you need to know for tests, but she adds in a bunch of useless info you don't really need to know. The homework basically is the test, so understand it, and you will do well.

Had this class a couple years ago, but she was good. She told us what we needed to know, and I did well. People complained because she's strict, but I never had any problems.

I had Dr Ryan for Labor Econ. I have nothing but good things to say about the class. Sure, it was difficult, and she challenges you, but if you are interested in economics, she definitely prepares you. Her class requires you to use what you've learned and apply it to the real world- which, at least in my view, is what makes an econ class great.

sharon ryan!!!!

Had her for Micro Econ last sem. Although the homework and quizzes were enough to drive you insane, her teaching methods and tests I found to be intriguing and balanced. I'm glad I had Professor Ryan.

Econ 1014 is a course in common sense. At first I was worried about this class, but Prof. Ryan was great! Tests were extremely fair, and everything was curved up. The weekly tutoring sessions were extremely helpful, and the online quizzes were really good study material for the final.

Sharon Ryan knows her stuff! I learned a ton in this class. She is very organized and is very clear with her examples in class. People complain, but she is a very good professor. This isn't an easy A but if you do the homework and understand it, you'll do fine on the test. All of the material you need to know is on the homework.

People need to chill out. She knows her stuff and teaches in a very clear manner with examples. If you stay on top of your work, pay attention in class, and pick a good TA, it will be a breeze. Don't bother buying the actual textbook, I never even took it out of the plastic.

Don't spend your money on the book, it's not used at all. Also, skip the lectures. They're worthless. This is not the type of class that can be taught in an auditorium. Go to the tutoring sessions instead. Read the stuff online and you'll be good to go.

Lectures are important, tutoring sessions even more so. Class is completely manageable if you do your work. Plenty of Extra Credit opportunities, basically a course in common sense. Use her practice quizzes on BB to study... 50% of exam questions come from those. Easy A if you complete assignments on time.

I felt like this class was really difficult...It's economics... but Sharon Ryan makes the subject as easy as possible. She provides a lot of study materials on blackboard and TA sessions and extra credit opportunities.

Sharon Ryan is not as bad as people make her sound on her. The class is hard but since test's are really all that matter, you can do well if you go to class. Her questions and wording are the hardest parts of the class but if you look at her HW's and her quizzes you can get a hold of her. She is hard but the TA's are the real a**holes

Economics is not an easy subject to grasp at all but she is very clear in what she says in lecture and repeats concepts several times while she is going over them. Class attendance is required as well as the extra credit reviews(which not only enforce her teachings but you get extra credit. She is always willing to stop and make sure YOU understand

This is a hard class, and an easy GPA killer if you are the typical student who just wants to get a gen ed out of the way. If you want to actually learn about econ with a very knowledgeable prof, take this class. She is clear, efficient, and totally willing to help you. Attend all EC opportunities and ask questions in lecture and you will succeed.

Professor was always prepared and had clear examples of what she expected. Nothing appeared on the test without her covering it. Econ is difficult for people in general and they take out their struggles on her rather themselves. Class is fair and seemed wiling to help before and after class along with office hours.

Show up to class on Friday. Read the text book, and do the extra credit.

This teacher can teach that is true. The only problem is that the book is poorest thing you will ever read. Unorganized material. You have no idea where she is in the book. Without the book to help you learn, tests and quizzes are hard to pass by yourself. I know that majority of people take quizzes together and also memorize the book for test.

Not as horrible as everyone says. She is incredibly smart so goes over everything in tons of detail. There are always TAs to help, especially the day before homework is due. Content of the class is repetitive but not too difficult.

I was told horror stories but it best to come in open minded. You have to do the reading prior to class. If you are focused and paying attention you will do fine. She is helpful during office hours and uses lots of examples...Only thing is she wont bump if you are short of an A she wont help. I was .01% short of an A but I learned a lot

Dr. Ryan is tough but worth it. Take the online quizzes at the end of each section to prepare for exams but don't expect the numbers and figures to be verbatim, she'll trip you up that way. Always over-prepare for the tests but you can reassure yourself if you did poorly that there is always a large curve.

Everything she teaches is straight out of the book. Read the book and you are gold. If things aren't clear attended class. Gives very generous curves on tests. If you work hard it shouldn't be too hard.

Regardless of the horror stories, this class really isn't that bad. Go to the M/W lectures and READ THE BOOK! Study old tests and the online quizzes before the exams and you'll be fine.

Lectures are straight from the textbook. She posts notes online that make it easy to learn the material. Attendance wasn't required, so I rarely went to class. Her exams are based on the lecture notes (which are mostly material from the book) and similar to questions from quizzes/old exams. Easy A if you put in any effort at all.

I don't understand the complaints ---maybe because I didn't take this as a freshman, it didn't seem hard. This class is super easy, Dr. Ryan explains the concepts like you're 5. YOU HAVE TO READ THE BOOK. PERIOD. Homework was easy, but weekly and annoying to keep up with. If you read and understand the book, and pass book quizzes, this is an easy A

Professor Ryan isn't as bad as everyone says she is. You just have to go into the class with an open mind and willingness to work hard. Come to class, read the book, study for the exams and you'll be fine.

You have to actually put in the work for this class and you'll be fine. I don't understand all of the horror stories. Yes, her tests are demanding but they are doable. You have to put in some effort though. Dr. Ryan is a good professor and explains things well, but there were a lot of people that didn't come to class and expected to get an A.

This class is hard. However, it's not impossible. Sharon Ryan is a bright individual ... but she doesn't make it easy for her class. You have to read the textbook cover to cover and memorize every key point within it. Do all the homework (it's optional, but do it). Tests are extremely difficult. STUDY. But don't fret - she curves significantly.

Yes this was a hard class but if you put in effort and didn't just whine the entire time you would get a good grade! Received and A+ in her class

despite what most people say, I did not find Sharon Ryan's class to be incredibly difficult. Go to class, do any homework or optional practice problems and her tests are no problem. The final is worth almost 40% of the overall grade so you can make up most of your mistakes and pull out a decent grade if you try

SO, amazing I have no words.

Really helped me understand economics. Best professor yet!

Sharon Ryan was a fantastic economics professor who worked super hard to ensure you actually learned the economics material. Tough but fair. Great teacher. Truly enjoyed the class, her lectures and the challenge of the course. I also majored in economics.

A very fair and organized class. If I remember correctly, there are 4 exams, but only your highest 3 count towards your grade. I completely bombed my first exam (D). TAs are readily available outside of lecture and are more than willing to help your understanding. Ended up with an A+. Just take the material seriously, and you'll be fine.