Ali Erhan - Grand Rapids Community College

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Ali Erhan - Grand Rapids Community College

Professor: Ali Erhan

Department: Economics

College: Grand Rapids Community College

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Great professor, he funny and really knows his stuff! Stick to the study guides and you'll be fine!

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: BA103
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Not accessible outside of class, and doesn't respond to emails. He is very unorganized and doesn't use Blackboard, so it is hard to anticipate (especially online) when an assignment will become available or when it will be due (due dates not on the syllabus.) Would not take him again, and definitely wouldn't recommend it.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Ali is a suspected Arson and Slumlord. I wouldn't take a business class from him

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Attendance is not mandatory, but he covers alot of material that is used on tests and homework assignments. Lectures and answered class questions were very helpful. You can pass without textbook use, but he refers to it frequently and if you don't understand something during lecture, it is always in the book (which was free anyways).

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: EC252
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:

Erhan knows his stuff and wants his students to learn. He's funny and caring. Make plans in advance, and he's flexible if you need to miss a class and make up a test. YOU NEED TO STUDY. He gives 5 tests, 20 pts each, based on their own chapters. The loudest (most annoying) students complained. Study seriously, use tutoring lab and you'll do fine.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: EC252
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Erhan is an amazing professor. The course was tough, by Prof. Erhan made it enjoyable. His lectures are pretty solid to say the least and at the end of each lecture he typically will tell you what's going to be on your test and gives you time to write down what to study. He also will make time for students when requested.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: ECON252
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

One of the best professors I have ever had! He definitely knows what he is talking about. He always makes sure you understand the lecture! We also go over a practice test before the day of the test which is really helpful. And always record your lectures!

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: EC252
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Great prof. Really knows what he is talking about.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: EC251EC252
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Erhan is very enjoyable. I am not a huge fan of economics, but I thoroughly enjoy his classes. He is very experienced and knowledgeable. After taking Micro with him, I made sure I had him again for Macro. Pay attention to his lectures, they are more important than the book.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Erhan is a pretty funny guy. His knowledge of economics is simply brilliant. However, his lectures move very quickly and you must spend hours outside of class to do well. The textbook is optional, but if you want an A, get it, and do your homework in the business lab. It is definitely possible to succeed, but you must work for it.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

This class was by far my favorite class I have ever taken. I took a summer macro-econ with him before my high school senior year. Because it was an accelerated class, there was no papers - only tests and homework. Write-down everything he says and memorize graphs. I hope to take another class with Dr. Erhan, he is truly a brilliant man.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Erhan is the type of contact that will get you a six figure job just by having him as a friend on your LinkedIn profile. He definitely doesn't need to be teaching at all, much less a community college. The man was in part responsible for a drastic economic rise during the Clinton administration - do not underestimate his knowledge of economics!

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: EC252
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I definitely learned a lot from that class. He is a great prof, not always clear however. Expect a good amount of homework (especially for Spring Break) and be ready to pay attention and to attend every class or you will fail. For sure.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: EC251252
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I used to like him. As the semester went on, I grew more and more frustrated with him, mostly bc you never know what will be on the test. Don't listen to what he says will be on it bc it's never accurate; you'll end up like me, studying hours for sthg that didn't show up and having to write about sthg we barely (or not at all) mentioned in class.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Erhan is a wonderful individual. He's VERY informed on the topic of Economics. I think he teaches at a higher level economics than the class is supposed to be taught at. Prepare to put in a TON of hours on homework, and visits to the tutor center will probably be a MUST if you've had no prior economics experience.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Erhan is truly a genius in worldwide economics and business, use that to your advantage. Hbest prepared to work for your grade and take perfect notes, he is tough on grading. Aside from a difficult class and his strict grading, he is energetic, upbeat, funny and an open book of knowledge. Get on good terms with him, great contact to have!

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: C
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Erhan has taught me more than any other professor at GRCC. He is super funny and relates his stories to the course. Do the homework and study hard for the tests. Memorize ALL graphs! I studied almost 15 hours for every test. Took him for EC 251 and 252. You will get your money's worth! I definately would take another one of his clases!

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: EC252
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

If you attend all classes, study A LOT, and do college level work you can do well in his class. Sleep, slack off, and try to skate by and you WILL fail. This is a REAL college professor and he does not cut corners. I loved the class. Would take him for macroeconomics if I could.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: EN252
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He offers his students 4 test grades and 5 homework grades & those are the only points possible for the semester. There are 100 points total the whole semester. He will give you a list of what you need to study for the tests. I easily studied 10-15 hours for each test and ended the course with a B. Most challenging class of my associates degree.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Not a good teacher and his communication skills lacked. Also this teacher does not utilize blackboard which hard when you are communicating with your student. Lastly Dr. Erhan class was hard and does offer many oppourtunties where may lack in the class. Clarity can be confusing when doesn't explain topic fully .

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