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Statistics is very tough subject but Professor Carroll emphasizes the importance of learning and gives you every chance to do so.
This class blows. But Carrol Helps out his students. Study and you'll be ok.
Very old school. Assigns the reading and regurgitates it in his lectures. Offers no extra insight whatsoever. Very dry sense of humor. If weak in math already, I would suggest taking someone else.
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So I found a mistake in the "Schiller" book which was also on his test. He told me he would correct my grade and he "DIDN'T" I ended up getting a B+. But he is very simple professor and somewhat left-wing
I was very disappointed in the way the Dr. Carroll taught. He would humilate students during class. I would only recommend him to my worst enemies.
He doesn't like republicans or conservatives. His tests are essay and really hard. Social work majors beware. He is the only eco 180 professor. If your tests don't turn out well don't worry- work really hard on the project and you should pass.
He loves the sound of his voice - but no one elses - espically social workers. He assigned his book for us to read (HIS BOOK - he wrote it) and we had to download it from the computer. It many errors and was not published. His tests are pretty easy, but honestly, he sucks.
He is very OLD SCHOOL and test are all in ESSAY form. He allows you to re-write the tests for 1/2 credit. I think he's a great teacher and he reminds you of a teacher from a REAL university. Definitely challenges you.
He emphasizes the practicality of statistics, and wants students to have an intuitive understanding of the concepts. Great teacher.
He is a mad man, and he should not be teaching a class that has a 1 at the beginning... he gives essya tests, and hates any other opinions but his own. He ruined my GPA.
I took Discrimination for my ECO elective. He's tough, but better than any micro-eco prof. I tried them all already.
Carroll was the greatest professor, we learned through quizzes and tests that we had to re-write if we got wrong answers. REally helps you understand the concepts. Not sure if he's still teaching, but hopefully he is. And he's fiiiiine!
test did not cover anything in class, talked about how well his family was, does not care for the students of UNLV OR THE DEAN TALKS how the unlv would be better off without the dean
Babbled to much about stuff that didn't relate to the tests. He forgets that students are new to Econ. and he has been doing it for 40 years. Can make students feel stupid. Spoke to much non sense about his family. Very arrogant, mister know it all. Only good thing about class was being able to re write his essay exams. A C can get you an A.
Loves to diss the bush administration. Loves to talk about his family. Babbles about how UNLV is a horrible school and how they staff horrible professors. I have to admit, he knows his**** and he's a good proffesor. Very hard though. Got a C in his class.
I took his class and went there just one day. There he said how UNLV is bad and he try to change one student at a time, I rush out the door and drop his class as fast as possible and took under Prof. cronovich and got A. The best thing happen to me UNLV.
Dr. Carroll is probably the best teacher I had at UNLV. If I were to teach, I would use his style. Be careful reading reviews on this site. Some are insightful but many are written by people who have no business being in college and will most likely never finish. Take Dr. Carroll if you have the opportunity. -Current MBA Student
There is a lot of studying involved, and his tests are difficult, but he is also very fair. I had no interest in economics before taking his class, and by the end, it was one of my favorites. If you want to do nothing and get an A, this is not the class for you. If you would like to actually learn something, I recommend this teacher.
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This Professor wrote his own textbook and trust me when I say "He may be an Econ prof but he needs to get some help with his English skills."
He does not explain the material very well and he puts down UNLV a lot.
Dont take this teacher. There are better prof's at UNLV for this course.
The text was written by Professor Carroll and sometimes can be difficult to understand. He seems more focused on hearing the sound of his own voice in lecture than actaully going over anything useful.
He has no concept on what a teacher should be. He gives the illusion of teaching, but you actually aren't learning anything from his text, just his opinions on social issues that possibly relate to the text and subject matter. Don't take him, take Econ 190 if you can.
He is tough. You have to do homework to understand, but he gives out a lot of extra points for effort. He does divert from the topic when talking politics, but I enjoyed that he challenges his students to try. This is the only class I have taken so far at UNLV where I actually learned something.
The one thing that is cool about him is he let you rewrite both exams and there is no final. He is lienant with the projects. The text is written by him and you can tell that he is a liberal guy because the text can be bias at times. THe weaknesses are that he doesn't tend to let anyone express their opinion.
Granted, he knows his economics but cannot write a tangible textbook for introductory Economics and then he teaches from that text. He spends about 60% of class time expressing his political views. But I do like his exams as mentioned below. If you can, avoid his class.
This class was very difficult. Professor Carroll teaches out of a textbook he wrote that has yet to be published. It is definitely not an entry level eco book nor does he teach the course as an entry level course. His exams are very difficult and you need to spend a lot of time studying but more importantly make sure you get the stuff.
he is ok. I got very good grades at his two exams when I'm okay really ineconomics. They are just very logical and the answers are sometimes obvious. The textbook is easy to read and this class makes you think. Unlike most people on this teacher's rating, I think he's a good teacher. I learnt a lot and I enjoyed listening to the lectures.
This teach SUCKS....All he does is preach his political opinions...He barely even goes over actual material related to class...He even picks fights with students who do not see eye to eye with his way far left opinions... :(
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Unless you are a narrow-minded liberal who hates America, you will NOT enjoy this class. Mr. Carrol spends most of his instruction time ripping on the USA & UNLV. He also loves talking about his wife and kids constantly. His exams are very difficult for an entry level class. He does grade on a curve but most students in his class average a C.
This is a tough class. I think he is fair and the rewrites help grades tremendously. Listen to the lectures and ask questions. I barely read the book and still am averaging a B.
Mr. Carroll has got to be one of the most warped professors at UNLV. He spends most of the instruction time ripping on conservatives, religion, and the USA. He also seems to really hate UNLV. He teaches at a level beyond what an entry level class should be taught. He does give you a chance to do extra credit...which you will need. BEWARE!
I didn't like this professor at all.It's funny because this is a discrimination course but at times he would make biased and sometimes **** remarks.He rarely used class time effectivly because he was always talking about his "math wiz" of a son, his political views, or bashing UNLV. Why do you teach there if the school is so bad?Avoid this class
Professor Carroll doesn't talk about straight economics all the time. He brings in ways how economics affects society. I didn't like how he bashed social work majors at times. Still, I can admit that I've learned something from him. Tests are hard, but I got used to them. If you come into his class with a closed mind, you won't learn anything.
really hard class. you need both the textbook plus his own book which he gives you on a cd. his test are weird too. for each wrong answer you get points taken out and there are more than one answer for each question.
Has a deep understanding of the material and an ability to find the right way to explain it.
This class isnt for the faint of heart, the tests are tough. But if you're a cocky econ major and think you can take the pain then have at it. You will actually learn something and feel a sense of accomplishment if you survive. Our class started with 38 people, only 19 took the final...
WARNING:Confusing lectures constant talk about how smart his kids are and how the UNLV students are the opposite. Unclear self-written textbook. Most importantly, the tests are hard because each multiple choice question has 1~5 correct answers. And you can't guess wrong because if you get 30 right answers and 20 wrong, you get a 10.
Seriously if you can help it, don't take this professor. His tests are crazy! And extremely hard. His teaching quality is very poor and confusing. Dont take this class!!!! he doesn't even really teach...
He is very enthusastic about what he is teaching, but very self mortivted. He talks entirely too much about his business and family and how great they are. He punishes you for getting a problem wrong by taking away a correct answer. If you ask him to clarify, he will explain it the same way as before, which is not helpful.
What can you say about a teacher who wrote the text and makes you download it off webcampus?
I did so bad on the first test. I f you stick with it, read the books and kiss a little behind you will do just fine. He is a nice man and I totally support his efforts to raise the low academic standards at UNLV!
Extremely intellegent. Has a tedency to go throught concepts to fast. Allows for test re-writes which is extremly helpful because his test are challenging.
Don't take his course. His tests are biased and unclear. He is way too hard on the grades for a man who is not very wise to begin with! I hated his course...
DO NOTTTTTTTTTTTT Take this Professor!!!!!!!
Provides you the text for free. The negative reviews come from econ 180 students, whom the class is not required. thus, if you're an economics major then he does not sound hard or is hard as most of the 180 students put him out to be. Don't get me wrong, you still have to put effort in the class, but non-majors don't know what they're talking about
overall it is okay class. bu he tends to go over class material fast. it is okay for me he let us downloard textbook however, there are lots of mistakes on the textbook and makes students be confused. EDIT before send it to students.
Prof. is tough but fair; he allows rewrites on all exams which helped many in the class. He rips on Republicans constantly which is annoying but also bashed the Democrats too. He is entertaining and helpful. However about 60% dropped this class.
Tough class! The textbook was written by Dr. Carroll but it has some errors (factual & grammatical). Sometimes you think that he's forgetting that he's teaching an intro economics class because he goes through the material very fast. The tests are tough but at least he grades on a curve. He also throws in his opinions about conservatives and UNLV.
Moron. He is an ex-hippie who thinks that income should be redistributed even though our poorest people have 2 cars, 2 tv, sell drugs and are fat from too much food. Not only does he throw out competitive markets with his garbage, but he is an idiot who basically steals his money from his other business.
He is the worst professor I have ever had. He makes the material a lot more difficult than it really is. He wrote his own textbook, which is harder to understand than he is in class. He is constantly bashing the school and the students. His general attitude is that since he is the professor, he can do whatever he wants. If you have a choice, avoid!
I would recommend avoid if possible, but it is not possible as he is the only MBA Stats teacher =(
This class was the most difficult class I have ever taken. His only grades are the tests, which are the hardest tests I've ever taken. Multiple correct answers put extra stress on the taker and make it harder to get a good grade. I did not enjoy this class or this professor at all. I would not recommend the class or the professor to anyone ever.
Not fun. Problem is he writes his own textbook so if you don't understand his lectures you don't understand his textbook either. Class average on exam is usually a F, he gives out rewrite options and even after that most people get C's. You have to review his textbook as a term paper assignment. If not an ECON major, then don't take this class.
One of the hardest classes I have ever taken. Didn't realize I learned anything until the end. Takes alot of effort but most people recieved a B so its not impossible. If people spent less time complaining and more time putting effort into it, there may have been more B's.
Took his over the summer. Exams are curved, -1 point for missing a question, +1 for correct answer. Subject isn't that hard. Writes his own book, he's got a sense of humor when you read it. Asks for a paper to compare his book with another book, which is an easy grade for 10% of the overall grade. Just study and you'll do fine.
This is an extremely difficult class and professor. I did not know I got anything out of this class until I it ended. He is a very different type of professor with curved grades on exams (-1 if wrong, +1 is right). Attend class, study, try your best, and be prepared to work hard!! But, don't judge him too early- he is actually a very nice man.
DONT TAKE THIS PROFFESSOR!! He only grades from exams which seem pretty easy but really screws you up. Multiple correct answers but if yo get any wrong you lose points. His book is boring and kind of hard to follow.
He's not so bad. Out of a class of 40 a lot dropped and there was only two As. But if you study with people and ask questions you will do fine. I got an A and learned A LOT. If you go to him he will spend all day helping you if you need it. The people that complain about him either shouldn't be econ majors or they just didn't put in the study time.
This class is not a class for someone who knows nothing about economics. He does not treat this class like an entry level economics course. His book sucks and his exams are hard. He takes points for incorrect answers on exams. Like he always says DONT GUESS!
He is the worse Professor I have had so far. Econ is my major and I have a very good understanding of it. The book is terrible, so many typos and out right mistakes, even in basic economic theory and math. He lectures are about as good as the book. Getting an A and I have learned nothing in the class.
Absolutely delusional fella, however, be that as it may, he is not mean at all and can be quite interesting to talk to OUTSIDE of class, inside = WTF? He just has his own opinion/s on how to teach, methods he changed about 99 times already, but he does not mean any harm. If you can avoid, I would suggest so. Unless you like pain, then by all means!
Nice enough guy, definitely passionate about his subject. Unfortunately, he lacked the ability to convey knowledge on the subject. He also wrote the text - which only exacerbated the problem. The majority of the class felt more confused by him than anything else. Pros are that do-overs allowed for missed test questions, and generous curve.
His grading system for exams is horrible! He penalizes you for guessing, this is his main point he attempts to make throughout his lectures. However, he does give you the opportunity to receive one letter grade lower than your final exam for your overall course grade. Avoid this class if you're not an econ major!
Excellent professor. He knows what he is talking about and will take the time to help you understand any concepts that you are struggling on. Has a good sense of humor. You learn a lot more with his grading style. He allows you to rewrite the entire exam for half credit. Not hard to get a B, just put in the effort.
Instructs this intro class as an advanced Econ class. Personally it was getting a little tiring everyday hearing about how terrible of a school UNLV is and why republicans are ruining our nation. During one class he actually started making personal attacks at people who walked in late. Instructing style is less than professional at best. DONT TAKE.
His exams are different (multiple correct answers and a penalty for guessing). He graded one of our exams as a typical test (one right answer, no penalty for guessing) and the class did worse. His lectures are from the book, he explains it weird but if you read then you'll do fine. He gives daily quizzes that you might want to go to class for.
i hav a negative grade in his class because i guessed too much.
Come to class everyday or you will miss the daily quiz,which will hurt your grade. His tests are multiple choice,with multiple correct answers in each question,but you get a point deducted for every wrong answer. It is taught as an advanced class, and for this being a 102, I had enough difficulty with my acc class to even want to stay in-dropped.
Prof. Carroll was AMAZING. Although, yes, his class is difficult. Very difficult to some. But he gives a generous curve, and if you really do study intently, there is no possible way to get a B. I was very stressed due to these comments last semester, but I really enjoyed the class and did well. JUST STUDY.
He knows what hes talking about but sometimes he just needs to stick to teaching and not his political views. Daily quizzes at the beginning of each class on a new chapter (if you read the chapter summary before class each day and aren't mentally handicapped you should come away with at least 7-8 points). Overall pretty easy class.
He is the WORST teacher I have ever had at UNLV. His lectures are not focused at all, you HAVE to rely on the text to get you through. It is possible to get a negative grade on his tests and quizes. He called students stupid on many occasions!!He is a mean, grumpy man. Do not try to ask questions, he will just say you are being illogical.
This was the most horrible class that i have ever taken. Test are extremely tricky and he writes his own text book so he wont lecture out of what is already written. first classed that i have ever dropped and I am an Econ major. Recommend staying away at all cost!
He stated in his syllabus that he would not require anyone to go to class nor would he be lecturing. Everything, and I mean EVERYTHING came from the book. Also the test, oh lord, there would be 50 questions and 136 points, because every question could have more than one right answer!
so hard to understand. he's all over the place, his tests are tricky . Also you get points taken away if you answer wrong. You have to think and reason as he does or he will mark you wrong unless you explain your answer. Im an A student and got a D in this class!
Tough, but you will learn something if you stick it out.
This is not a class for dummies. If you don't read the news and are not up to date on current events, you will suffer. The info is useful real life stuff. If you're FBing instead of paying attention, good luck, you wont pass. If you know what's happening in the world and you read the material and listen in class, you'll be fine.
Professor Carroll was interesting... He can be quite biased in his political views, which are evident in class. Going to class is not helpful! Read the book! Grade is based on 4 tests that are designed to give you credit for what you DO know and punish you for guessing. I liked them, but most didn't. They are usually heavily curved.
By far the worst professor I have ever had. Has tenure, so he can do whatever he wants, but that doesn't excuse his blatant lack of effort in teaching this class anything of value, besides his rants bout Republicans. I received an A in this class when I realized I didn't have to attend. Read the book, don't guess on the tests.
This professor was the worst one i have ever had. His tests are the ridiculous and that is all that he grades you on. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS!He talks in class just about his opinions on things. It is never clear what is going to be on the exams. there is a ridiculous amount of reading. If you do not like to read then, you will fail.
Tests are insanely hard. You MUST, MUST, and let me say it again, MUST read the text book. The professor will help you all you need if you just reach out to him, he is available. Put away the cells and text after class, pay attention to lecture or fail. You can do will if you try. Professor did allow re-write on tests for 1/2 credit. You can pass.
Professor Carroll is a great economist. He is extremely intelligent. This class is SUPER DUPER challenging but Dr. Carroll lets us do re-writes for our exams(except for the final exam) for half points which helps A LOT with our grades. You MUST MUST MUST study! Not hard to get a B if you study frequently. Hard work really pays off in this class!
Great professor!! Exams are challenging and reading the book is a must if you want to do well. Seems intimidating at first, but is a great guy who is always willing to help. Stick with it and you will do fine. Exams and overall grades are heavily curved as well.
This professor is amazing and he is the real deal. His tests are awesome if you study or read the material. His text book is great. I love economic because of this guy!
I have had Pro. Carroll for ECON 180, 302, and 441. At first I thought he was going to be mediocre after reading some of these comments. I was dead wrong. He is one of the best economics professors at UNLV. He wants his students to succeed!If you put in the necessary effort into his classes you will pass!
He is as bad as his text. There is a reason why his text is free off of his website...it's not worth the paper it would be printed on. Stay away from him and take Chen and/or Malamud for your Econ classes. You'll actually learn Econ and not be forced to listen to his political opinions
Do not take his class unless you are extremely good at econ. Exam1=25%,exam2=35%,final40%, I went to every class and put effort. His test are extremely tricky. You loose a point for every wrong answer,No extra credit. Just exams. What he teaches in class has nothing to do with the test is he is so confusing. First class I failed and I'm a senior.
Thoroughly confused. what he lectures about in class will not be on the test. read the book but it does not help much. dont take this class especially social work majors!! his grading system is +1 correct ans. -1 for wrong. if you know your an avg C student you probably wont make it. you will get the C but the neg answers you pick will give you a F
Yes he is very political and personally I did not like that. As for the class, if you want to be a SW or be in health, THIS IS THE CLASS for you !!! It gives you the ability to be better at your job and justify it with #s so the gov will not cut your job. Also if you don't guess, the curve will bump you from a C to A; that's how I got an A.
Required class for SW majors, and I highly recommend taking it over summer term alone to focus on it & get it over with. Extremely difficult course, but Prof. Carroll is awesome & an asset to UNLV. Over 5wk summer: weekly essay exams(grade is based on exams)& he allows re-writes for half points after first grading except for the final exam.
If you want to pass econ 261 the first time around. I suggest you take another professor. He is not a good teacher and his tests are tricky which makes them hard. He deducts points if you circle the wrong answers on the tests. This class only consisted of 3exams and him talking, I mean "teaching". To make yor life easier don't consider taking him.
Bad professor. He goes on to talk about his career and I would space off a lot. Horrible grading system. I doubt you'll pass his class on the first try. I have to retake it :( I recommend you take another professor.
Most ridiculous grading system ever made. The class average is below a "C" on every exam due his grading technique. The highest grade on the second exam was an 81%. Meaning the person with the best understanding of the material just reached a B. Not an inspiring teacher. Very broad lectures that leave you confused on material.
Terrible teacher. You can get a negative score on exams because if you answer wrong you minus points and his questions have more than one right answer. DON'T TAKE HIM.
His tests were hard because of how he grades. He gives a +1 for every right answer and a -1 for every wrong answer. Do not guess. He also gives Idk's as choices on a few of the questions. The lectures do help somewhat. The homework was easy but he doesn't check it. He will give your highest grade (avg of all tests and hw or just final).
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