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David Johnson

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Raw average: 4.53/5 from 314 quality ratings. The adjusted rating blends this with the UW review average (3.66/5), weighted as 20 additional ratings. Smaller samples stay closer to that average. Each captured review is counted once in the prior; this does not correct who chooses to leave a review.

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ECON 301
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Really good professor. He's kind of maybe insane, but gets you engaged in the lecture and teaches the subject in a super interesting and applied way.
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ECON 102
Quality 5/5Difficulty 4/5
Professor Johnson was one of my favorite professors. Definitely the toughest Econ 102 teacher but its worth it. If you care about your education more than you care about getting a good grade take 102 with Johnson.
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ECON 301
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
It has been an honor to have him as my economics professor over the past year in both Econ 301 and Econ 330. Of all the subjects I have studied in college, economics has been the most interesting to me, and he is the reason I want to continue studying economics. the lectures are always engaging, and his passion for teaching really shows!!
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ECON 301
Quality 1/5Difficulty 5/5
Speaks in a demeaning tone to students. I leave with a headache every lecture. Final is 40% of your grade. Not clear at all and jumps around a lot. Some people love him tho
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ECON 301
Quality 5/5Difficulty 4/5
Well, Prof DWJ doesn't just teach from books, he owns the subject. Pure intuition on the chalkboard, turning every lecture into a masterclass that keeps everyone locked in.
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Classes with David Johnson

ECON 102

Principles of Macroeconomics

3–4 credits

Principles of Macroeconomics covers macroeconomic measurement, aggregate demand and supply models, and fiscal and monetary policy impacts on unemployment, inflation, and growth.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

David Johnson is praised for making economics engaging and caring about student success, with some calling him inspirational and a gem. Reviewers note his passion and ability to make concepts interesting, recommending him for students prioritizing education over easy grades.

David JohnsonStella Chan+8 more

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Spring 2022–Spring 2026
ECON 330

Money and Banking

4 credits

ECON 330 Money and Banking covers monetary economics, the role of money in determining output, prices, and interest rates, commercial and central banking, monetary policy, and the international monetary system.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

David Johnson teaches with passion, using real-world examples to make lectures informative and engaging. Reviewers highlight his care for student success and extensive availability during office hours.

David JohnsonChin Chan+1 more

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Spring 2022–Fall 2025

Recorded teaching history

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Fall 2026ECON 102Principles of Macroeconomics
Fall 2026ECON 330Money and Banking

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