Dave Baker - Grand Valley State University

Professor: Dave Baker
Department: Economics
College: Grand Valley State University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Baker has handwriting that is almost impossible to read and his notes are not helpful for the tests because he gives you way more information than what was necessary to know on the tests.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He was a fantastic prof and made me look forward to a 8:30 AM. Such a nice guy and was more than willing to work with me when I missed classes due to my Grandmas passing. Only grades tests & gives EC so that can be stressful but his tests are fair if you attend class & take notes. Seriously the sweetest old man who cares & loves his job- no BB tho
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Baker is very knowledgeable about economics but if you TRULY care about getting a good grade in this class, I would take someone else. It is very unorganized, too many papers being thrown at you to memorize for each exam, and it doesnt help that his handwriting is messy. You have to do good on the 3 exams since it is your WHOLE grade.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Doesn't use blackboard or anything technological at all. DO NOT buy the connect code because you won't use it. He is very funny and tries to relate Econ to things kids care about. Has terrible handwriting but you get used to it, you just have to pay attention. Knows his stuff and wants you to understand it too. Class is graded off of a few things.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Baker is engaging, entertaining, and gives lots of resources and opportunities for extra credit. However, his handwriting isn't good, so pay attention to what he says. Doesn't do power points or blackboard, so if you miss a class, may be hard to catch back up. Doesn't by the connect code, he doesn't assign hw.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: ECO211
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He's pretty good. Funny and engaging. Offers extra credit. Save your money and skip the book. This class is doable, but it can be difficult if you miss class or zone out for even a second because he doesn't do powerpoints and his handwriting is awful. Still really helpful.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
If you skip class more than 3 times he starts deducting points form your exams. He is a nice guy who really knows econ, but he can get off topic often. His tests can be pretty tricky, but if you take good notes and read some of the book then they are not impossible. He only grades from 3 tests and one assignment, so the test can be nerve wrecking.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
His class is specifically set up so that you have to attend or you will struggle to pass. He makes Econ pretty easy to understand, but can be boring at times. Only grades on three tests and one project. He uses no technology so you have to call him if you need to get in contact and doesn't use blackboard. Overall, nice guy.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: ECO211
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dave is a great teacher but his tests are pretty tough. I took him for micro and macro econ. You get maybe 3 homework assignments, which are all pretty easy. He doesnt use blackboard so you have to keep track of your grade yourself or ask him how you're doing. If you study you will do fine.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Not a bad professor, he's pretty cool, however his lectures can get boring and he goes off topic sometimes. The thing I really don't like about him is that his handwriting is chicken scratch-mediocre and he knows it. As an addition, he doesn't give very good outlines for his exams and they are miles apart from each other overall, nice guy.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Professor Baker is great. He made me enjoy Econ which I thought I hated, because he makes everything so easy to understand. He writes on the board a lot, so always be ready to take notes, and don't be afraid to ask him to clarify things for you. Only frustration is that he doesn't use his email. Tests are straightforward and he gives extra credit!
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Professor Baker is a great prof. He gets off topic occasionally, but he is definitely willing to explain things more than once. He will work with you and do whatever he can to help you get a good grade. I had some sickness in the family and he was super understanding, even letting me push back tests and the final exam bc I missed class due to that.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Such a sweet man. If you go see him in office hours he really does care about you. NEED to be in class bcuz attendance and lecture notes. No blackboard or emailing. You have to call his home phone. Very willing to help, whole grade is pretty much exams, based all off his notes. Tells you exam questions. Offers tons of E.C. but is a lot of work.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Doesn't use blackboard or note PowerPoints, the entire grade in the class is based off exams. has the WORST handwriting I have ever seen so good luck taking notes. if you have to contact him outside of class you have to call him at his house phone.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Baker was one of the best profs I have had so far! He made this class so interesting I added Economics on as a second major. He is funny and really makes things simple. Although his hand writing is hard to read, he works hard to make sure everybody understands before moving on. He only has a few tests, and they are based purely on his lectures.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Prof. Baker knows what he's doing. He always writes the notes on the board so make sure you have plenty of paper. He gives extra credit opportunities and most worksheets are credit/no credit. He can be pretty funny but he's definitely old-school. Nothing online. If you need to reach him you have to CALL his house lol
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: ECO211
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
I've always gotten good grades throughout college, but Professor Baker destroyed my GPA with that class. Studied my butt off to have my highest test score be an 80%. All tests based off his notes, has HORRIBLE handwriting, and the whole class is based off exams.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: ECO210
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He does handouts about every class with fill in the blank, and it is almost guaranteed that all the information on the handouts will be on the exams. Make sure you attend class because he does keep track of attendance. He is extremely easy-going and offers extra credit. I would highly recommend taking him.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: ECO211
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Antiquated professor who needs to learn how to use Blackboard and PowerPoint or a computer. The amount of work required for minimal points of extra credit is ridiculous. Your entire grade is dependent on tests alone.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: ECO211
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
The most frustrating thing for me was that he did not use blackboard or email. You had to call him on his home phone. Due to the lack of Bb I never knew what my grade actually was, and when he showed me my grades the way he graded made no sense to me. The class is based off 3 tests and a final with a couple extra credit opportunities.
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