Stephen Abid - Grand Rapids Community College

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Stephen Abid - Grand Rapids Community College

Professor: Stephen Abid

Department: Economics

College: Grand Rapids Community College

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I loved having Professor Abid! He was amazing. He gives great feedback and does what he can to make his class learnable and actually retain the information. His expectations are very clear. If you just do the reading and research this class will be very easy and should be fun. I definitely had fun and the information will be sticking with me.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: EC252
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Though you can definitely get a good grade without attending all of the time, participation through the iClicker Reef app counts for some points. The textbook is good for further understanding, but regular reading is not absolutely needed. Some extra credit is given thorughout tests.

Rating # 3

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:

One of the best professors Ive ever had. If you listen In class and study itll be hard not to get an A. He makes lectures not as boring and is very thorough and passionate about teaching. Im taking him again for micro.

Rating # 4

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:

Professor Abid is the best online professor I've had. Very responsive, very caring, and his videos are very funny. Makes the online class more fun than the others, which just give me a textbook and say read.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Best college prof I've ever had! 6 tests total and lowest one is dropped so last class is optional. Barely any homework and gives extra credit on the tests. Explains things in a way so its easy to understand and gives real life examples. Has an odd sense of humor, but it's amusing even for a 7:45am class. WOULD 10/10 RECOMMEND

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: EC252
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Abid was an alright professor, but he always uses the full amount of time of class, never a minute early. He also uses his time getting off track sometimes, which can be annoying. Overall, he is accessible outside of class and helps answer any questions

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: EC251252
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors. He does good lectures, explains material well, gives no homework. The book is free online, you can just print it out. His tests are easy & have extra credit problems for big points and are easy. He really wants students to enjoy this class and pass. Also, he is helpful if you have any questions. Amazing professor! :)

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: EC252
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

This professor is one of the best I have had here at GRCC! He makes lots of jokes in class and really cares about us doing well and understanding the material. There are not very many assignments and he drops the lowest test. It should not be too hard to get an A if you show up and listen.

Rating # 9

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:

He's a very good teacher. Macro Econ is boring, but he made it fun. His lectures are very clear. I would suggest reading the book, but isn't not mandatory. He covers everything that is on the test in class. The class is not difficult as long as you pay attention, and do the work.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: EC252
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great professor, if you put forth the effort in the class you will succeed!

Rating # 11

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Good professor who generally cares for his students. We take 6 tests lowest one is dropped. Homework and attendance matters. Easy A

Rating # 12

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

I learned a lot from professor Abid. If you decide to take him be prepared to put a lot of work in. This class was one of the more difficult classes I took here at GRCC. His tests are challenging so pay attention to his lectures and read the book. Tests are worth 60% of your grade. Attendance, participation and homework are 40%.

Rating # 13

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:

Incredible teacher and very funny.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: EC2510252
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 professor overall! Such a good professor and a good person himself. Has a lot of cool and funny stories. About his class, if you don't show up won't pass. He goes over everything fast so if you can, voice record the class. it helps. Also, READ THE TEXTBOOK! A lot of the questions on his test are from the book that he doesn't cover in class.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: EC251
Grade Received: C+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Lots of discussion posts & he reads every one of the posts. He provides mounds of feedback. Do not slack on posts they impact your grade immensely. Homework is avg amount. His tests are also very straight forward. He offers youtube lectures teaching each unit which makes it so nice! Overall, he puts a lot of effort into grading and your feedback

Rating # 16

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Took the accelerated 7 week course, have a test every week but he drops lowest one. Funny professor, make sure you do the homework.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: EC252
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Lectures were off topic and did not prepare you for upcoming tests. The only reason I ended with an A in his class was because I did all of the extra credit he offered.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: EC251252
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Abid is by far the best teacher I have had at GRCC. He is willing to explain things no matter what even though he explains topics really well. When you do the take home essay spend a lot of time on it!!

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: EC252
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

If you show up and you pay attention, there is no reason you shouldn't get at least a B in this class. The first two tests are hardest, so hang in there, it does get easier. Structure is the same every 2 weeks, he's clear on test material. The book is helpful for homework. Gives 6 tests and drops the worst one, so it's worth it to take all 6.

Rating # 20

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

I'm currently taking his Macroecon class online and he is awesome. He interacts with the student's posts and makes you think and/or understand the content. Rather than focus on how many posts/words you're writing per week, his focus is on your understanding of the subject. Responds/grades fast & fair, clear instructions on tests/hw. Best prof yet!

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