Basil Zimmer - Central Michigan University

Professor: Basil Zimmer
Department: Economics
College: Central Michigan University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: ECO201
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Love his energy and enthusiasm. One of the best ever!
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: ECO101
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I had zero interest in econ and my advisor was adamant. She insisted I take Dr. Zimmer's 101. OMG. Changed my opinion of econ completely. Took every class he taught and an independent study as well. Hard material and a hard subject (for me) but Dr. Zimmer made me want to learn. Smart, articulate, ENERGETIC like you can't believe. LOVED HIM!!!
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: ECO201
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
It is too bad Basil is retiring because he was the best professor I have ever had. He made economics interesting and explained things in simple terms that anyone could understand. He was energetic and was great at getting the students to respond and participate in the lecture. We're going to miss you Basil!!!!
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: ECO110
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Zimmer is highly energetic in his lectures, where he explains everything extremely well. Ties information together and makes it very clear to understand. Must attend class to get notes because all exams are essay, and you must use everything he says in lecture. In class quiz each day over questions he tells you from the reading. Great Prof!
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: ECO110
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dr. Zimmer is energetic and engaging. But he is a very tough grader when it comes to the essay portion of the exam- make sure you know everything and use his exact words!
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: ECO101
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I highly recommend Professor Zimmer. He presents the material well and is very prepared. Gives homework everynight on the readings and you have a quiz the next day, but her gives you the answers. There are 4 exams which are all essay format, this can be tricky because there is so much to remember.Would take another class with him
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: ECO201
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I LOVE DR. ZIMMER!! He's probably the best professor I've had at CMU so far. The exams are essay format, and they're easy if you go over the reviews he posts online. there's a quiz at the beginning of every lecture, but he tells you what the questions are in advance. Easy class, easy A, plus he looks like Mr. Rogers. highly recommended.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: ECO201
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
If you go to class everyday and stay awake, you're promised a C. He posts study guides online before exams and if you use it then you'll get an easy B. Also, I had no interest in this class, but his goofy antics got me to sign an Economics Minor.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: ECO201
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dr. Zimmer has probably been my favorite professor so far at CMU. He is very explicit during lecture, and he is also very approachable. He gives out his home phone number on the first day of class. There aren't very many reasons that I can think of where I would need it, but not many profs extend that courtesy. He's excellent!!
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: ECOSECT
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This is the best prof I have had so far! He makes the material very understandable and he teaches the class with such passion, he makes me want to go to class. I strongly advise anyone to take him!
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: ECO201
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
WHY DON'T YOU TEACH ALL THE ECON CLASSES AT CENTRAL!? I have 202 with another guy, and miss you so. My advice, take this prof while you can.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: ECO201
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Best professor I've ever had. Not the easiest, not the least homework, but best teacher meaning that you will learn the most and you might even like going to class. You will love him, guaranteed. Exams are essay. Quiz everyday at beginning of class. Enjoy.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: ECO110
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This Prof is really cool. He makes economics understandable. His tests aren't the easiest but if you read the book and look at your notes you are golden. The books are manditory because he gives you quizzes over the reading. These quizzes are easy points that boost your grade. If you need to take this class, take this prof.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: ACC110
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
His exams were difficult. They were made up of about 7 long answer essay questions. He wasn't very helpful when asked what we should study. Out of the brief things he mentioned, only half of the questions he asked on exams. Avoid
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: ECO110
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
No Comments
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: ECO201
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Zimmer is a good prof. You have to study hard for exams, but it's all in the notes. He makes econ fun, and will teach you a lot that's applicable to real life. 20% of your grade is a given if you just know the answers to the quiz questions for each class. Exams are off of his own notes, which make more sense than the book. The best prof for econ!
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: ECON110
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
this guy is the best. he teaches you everything about econ and is extremely clear. he had more energy then grade school kids. exams are all short essay format so you have to study and take notes every class. i would recommend this class and teacher for anyone. hes quite easily the best teacher here.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: ECON201
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This guy is an econ master, he literally runs around the classroom getting everyone involved, great class with a great teacher!!!
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: ECO201
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This guy is awesome. He is so energetic about economics is ridiculous. I heard horror stories about economics before taking this class but he made it so interesting and fun. Yes, tests are a little rough but you will understand the material better the way he teached. Great class, great teacher. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: ECO201
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
An awsome teacher and he is very interactive with his lectors. He covers material very detailed, but doesn't exactly follow the book but if you go to class and take notes on everything that he puts on the board you'll do great.
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