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He is online-challenged and had many issues with posting lectures on the date assigned. Many of the assignments did not have clear instructions or explained what the assignment was for. Very little feedback and lectures had little to no applicable content if you are not an econ major.Rate My Professors ↗
He was awesome! super great lectures, a real gem and a halfRate My Professors ↗
He's a very nice professor and cares a lot about the material, but his lectures tend to drag on and he rambles a bit making class a bit boring. There are very few assignments put in and only two exams which are not very challenging. It's his first time teaching this class so he may improve if he teaches it againRate My Professors ↗
I really enjoyed learning from Professor Coxhead. Came into this class with limited interest in the subject area, but his passion for the subject soon rubs off on you. Lots of reading, but not an overly difficult class. More theoreticalhistorical than most economics classes, something that was a nice change. I definitely recommend him.Rate My Professors ↗
What a great guy! Best professor at uw madison that I've ever had. Not the easiest class you'll take but by all means, completely doable and reasonable. But please, go to class. The guy is so nice and he honestly wants everyone to learn and actually care.Rate My Professors ↗
Easily the best Econ professor ever. He explains concepts well, provides excellent, relevant readings instead of a boring textbook like most classes. He's also very nice during his flexible office hours, very accommodating and helpful. Has a good sense of humor too, always very jovial. Take this class!!Rate My Professors ↗
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