Western Kentucky University / D / William Davis
Averages:
Overall Rating
OKv
Grade Received
Bv
Course Difficulty
Difficultv
Quantity of Notes
Overkillv
Tag Summary:
True/False: 12
Multiple Choice: 12
Matching: 1
Fill in the Blank: 1
Essays: 25
Problem Solving: 4
Mandatory Final: 21
Cumulative Final: 13
Textbook Required: 14
Extra Credit: 9
Attendance Required: 12
27 Total Evaluations
ECON-203 : Macro - Posted 3/24/2014
Overall Rating:
Poor
Grade:
Not Specified
Quantity of Notes:
Few/None
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
This class is so hard to stay awake in. He passes around the WSJ every class, no one reads it!!! He likes pictures on his exams, so if you draw pictures, you will please him. Try to take someones else's class if you can. This was the only macro class that fit into my schedule this semester...
ECON-380 : International Economics - Posted 6/14/2013
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
B
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
Davis is incredibly smart, and he doesn't have a problem proving it. BUT don't let this scare you. He's a good guy, and will help you if you need it. I was in his office a lot last semester, but it really paid off. Don't forget to do the extra credit!
ECON- : Macro Economics - Posted 5/8/2013
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
A
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
I by no means have an economic brain, and somehow pulled an A in Dr. Davis' class. It took me awhile to warm up to him, he started the semester out seeming flustered, quiet and mumbly. As the weeks went by I actually ended up really liking him! You will have 5 quizzes throughout the semester over the book chapters/lectures and 2 tests not including the final. All questions are in essay format which I enjoy because you know your grade is very personal and you truly had a chance to show what you knew. Dr. Davis is sweet, informed, a little difficult to understand at times but good thing is you don't really have to listen to his lectures.
ECON-380 : International Economics - Posted 5/8/2013
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
B
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
I loved Professor Davis. He may be a little dry at times, but he's awesome one on one. His class is hard. But Econ classes in general can be really hard. I enjoyed Davis' uplifting personality and random jokes. I would recommend him for sure.
ECON-385 : Economic Development - Posted 5/20/2012
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
A
Quantity of Notes:
Not Specified
Difficulty:
Difficult
Comments
This class is tough but I learned a lot! You have to study 6 books for this class. Very comprehensive view of economic development. Davis wants you to know both sides of the debate that is why we study different economists views. The exams are tough but he grades in a way to help you. Attendance is not mandatory but if you miss class you are screwed because the lecture might be on the test. Davis is really cool.
ECON-150 : Intro To Economics - Posted 12/3/2009
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
A
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Difficult
Comments
Professor Davis is very nice and wants to help you. I have learned a lot in his class but I have had to work HARD to get my "A". He wants you to come to him with any questions that you may have but I have went to the grad assistants and they have helped me a great deal. You have 2 tests and a comprehensive final. On the regular tests 75 points out of 100 is essays. On the final 100 out of 150 points is essays. He has a test/quiz bank and if you print that off and study it you will do just fine. This is a 100 level class but it was difficult for me. But as long as you come to class, take good notes, and ask for help when needed you will do fine.
COLL- : - Posted 5/27/2009
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
A
Quantity of Notes:
Few/None
Difficulty:
Easy
Comments
This guy talks like he is the most high profile, knowledge genius ever. He will constantly use unnecessarily big words and he talks in such a voice which furthers the fact that you will want to punch him in the face. However, he knows what he is talking about. He is incredibly knowledgeable about economics. However, his personality and demeanor are really annoying in class and led to many daydreams.
ECON-150 : Intro To Econ - Posted 4/6/2009
Overall Rating:
Poor
Grade:
A
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
Dr. Davis is a nice man, but a terrible teacher. I know nothing about economics after it. I wish I hadn't taken the class. You can't read his handwriting, and his voice puts you to sleep. I had no idea what was going on most of the time, but its not terribly hard because I was able to just rely on the book enough to get an A
ECON-150 : Intro To Economics - Posted 5/14/2008
Overall Rating:
OK
Grade:
B
Quantity of Notes:
Overkill
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
Nice Guy.
Hard to follow at times.
Lots of notes.
Tests are mostly essay questions but not too difficult.
Go to class and listen and you will be fine.
ECON- : Intro To Econ - Posted 5/9/2008
Overall Rating:
Poor
Grade:
A
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Difficult
Comments
Bill Davis is a very cocky man with a huge ego. His class was boring with a few funny jokes. I think he is very sexist--he only calls on men to answer questions or to further the discussion. You have to really listen and be able to distinguish the important content from the random ramblings that he is doing. Once you have learned the core material that he continually tests over, you've got it; but if not...your screwed.
ECON- : Econ 150 - Posted 4/18/2008
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
B
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Easy
Comments
Mr. Davis is an awesome teacher!!
ECON-150 : Intro Economics - Posted 1/20/2008
Overall Rating:
Poor
Grade:
C
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Difficult
Comments
This was my least favorite class and possibly one of the worst professors that I have had. He gives you no idea whatsoever about what will be on his exams. He talks in a monotone voice the entire class and at times, I had no idea what he was even talking about because his classes are so unorganized and extremely difficult to follow. Try your best to avoid taking his class!
ECON-150 : Honors Intro Into Economics - Posted 10/18/2007
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
A
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
Dr. Davis is the man!! Awesome class.
ECON-150 : Intro To Econ - Posted 10/25/2006
Overall Rating:
OK
Grade:
Not Specified
Quantity of Notes:
Few/None
Difficulty:
Not Specified
Comments
BORING! Oh goodness, he is a very dry professor but at least you know ahead of time what will be on the quizzes and tests. I about fell asleep in his class everyday! If you can take anyone else, I would. He is a nice guy but the class is just so dull.
ECON-150 : Into To Econ - Posted 11/5/2005
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
Not Specified
Quantity of Notes:
Not Specified
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
Dr. Davis is a good teacher, his class is very fundamental and he is very easy to get along with. His intro course is very meaningful despite your major.
ECON-385 : Econ Development - Posted 12/31/2004
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
A
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
This course is challenging yet very rewarding if you enjoy economics. I highly recommend taking Dr. Davis for atleast one course. He is the reason I decieded to pursue a degree in economics. I feel as if he is the best prof at WKU. Take Dr. Davis if you enjoy learning!!!!
ECON-385 : Economic Development - Posted 1/20/2004
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
A
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Difficult
Comments
Dr. Davis' Economic Development course was great. I learned a whole lot of great information. There are three books in the course you have to read and all of them were very interesting. There were two exams, all essay. They weren't hard if you read the material and came to class. I wish there were more professors here at Western like Dr. Davis. He is definitely an asset to WKU. I would recommend this course to anyone interest in economics. If you need a course grounded in common sense and good research skip useless psychology and sociology courses and take a course by this man!
ECON-380 : International Economics - Posted 12/9/2003
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
Not Specified
Quantity of Notes:
Overkill
Difficulty:
Not Specified
Comments
Dr Davis is an expert in econ. It is so hard for me to understand this class. He knows what he is taling about, but I did not know that econ can be such a mess. I am an international student who tries hard and hard on exams still make bad grades, I recommend Dr. Davis if you are already familier with econ.
ECON-380 : International Economics - Posted 9/30/2003
Overall Rating:
OK
Grade:
Not Specified
Quantity of Notes:
Overkill
Difficulty:
Difficult
Comments
Man this guy. He is smart. I have now. He is smart. I am stupid. Don't understand economics. Tests are impossible. Get out now. RUN. Be a pet. You'll do good. Don't go down, tho.
ECON-150 : Intro. To Econ - Posted 7/28/2003
Overall Rating:
OK
Grade:
B
Quantity of Notes:
Overkill
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
Mr. Davis is an all around good guy, but his knowledge of Econ. is so great that he has trouble explaining it to others. I had no idea what he was talking about. I would reccomend going to his office and talking with him because he helps you a lot if you are confused. His handwriting is impossible to read so be aware. Get on his good side and you should do good in the class.
ECON- : - Posted 7/18/2003
Overall Rating:
Poor
Grade:
Not Specified
Quantity of Notes:
Not Specified
Difficulty:
Not Specified
Comments
Davis is a big feeling bore .. he posesses the most horrific handwriting .. continuous references to cal in a damn econ class .. can't figure his angle .. it's just a goddam econ class .. in a continuous hurry like there's not enough time to present this wealth of info he's packing around .. terrible method of info and subject presentation ..you can bet your ass that i'm more than easy but he never once got my attention .. read the books and think a little bit and you may get a smell ..
ECON-202 : Microeconomics - Posted 11/8/2002
Overall Rating:
OK
Grade:
B
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Difficult
Comments
Dr. Davis does not speak loud enough for you to hear him and he does not explain things very well. He will go over everything for a couple days hoping for you to catch on but it is very hard. Attendence is posted as required but he quits taking attendence after the first few weeks, but if you want to do well in this class you are going to have to be in class everyday AND read the book ALOT. I would not reccomend Dr.Davis to anyone who has trouble keeping up with professors who cover too much material for one test.
ECON-202 : Microeconomics - Posted 11/4/2002
Overall Rating:
OK
Grade:
Not Specified
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
I found Dr. Davis to be very confusing. We covered too much material, and took tests over seven chapters or more. All of his tests are essay, and difficult. There are also these reports that you have to write ten times during the semester that are only worth one point a piece. I do not recommend this professor.
ECON-202 : - Posted 11/3/2002
Overall Rating:
Poor
Grade:
C
Quantity of Notes:
Overkill
Difficulty:
Difficult
Comments
Mr. Davis is a total jerk. He doesn't speak loud and it is extremely hard to hear or to understand what he is saying. Everything is a chart or a graph and his material is not found in the textbook. He is a horrible professor. So if you care about your grade you will not take his class.
ECON-150 : Introduction to Economics - Posted 9/20/2001
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
B
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
Dr. Davis made the class very intersting. Many students do not like his style of teaching, but it is very clear and he repeats himself often. He is much better than Roy Howsen!
ECON-202 : Principles of Econ (micro) - Posted 3/29/2001
Overall Rating:
Good
Grade:
A
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
He explains everything until you get the hang of it. The tests are great because you get to pick 2 out of 5 essays to write on and a few multiple choice problems. The quizzes are fairly easy essays to. If you go to class every day you won't have to study very much. I really recommend the class.
ECON-150 : Intro to Econ - Posted 4/18/2000
Overall Rating:
OK
Grade:
B
Quantity of Notes:
Moderate
Difficulty:
Moderate
Comments
Nice teacher, but he goes too fast for those with no knowledge of econ. A lot of reading