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.Rate My Professors ↗
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David Johnson
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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.Rate My Professors ↗
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!!Rate My Professors ↗
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
This is the greatest professor I've ever had. Would 10/10 recommend.Rate My Professors ↗
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 thoRate My Professors ↗
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.Rate My Professors ↗
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Classes with David Johnson
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