Jonathan Leightner - Augusta University, Augusta, GA

Professor: Jonathan Leightner

Department: Economics

College: Augusta University, Augusta, GA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ECON2105
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I learned more in Dr. Leigthner's class than in any other course throughout my college career. That said, I never missed a class and studied more for his tests and quizzes than any other. The material did not come easily to me. I had to learn every concept. However, I ended up with a 97 in the course but every tear was worth it!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ECON2105
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Leightner is one of the best professors I've had, although is course is very challenging. Attending class and diligently taking notes is absolutely crucial to doing well. He will do his absolute best to make sure everyone in the room understands a concept before moving on, so don't be afraid to ask a question or five!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ECO2105MACRO
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Everyone is given the same opportunity and tests are graded fairly, although the material is tough to learn, so you need to spend a good bit of time studying.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ECON2105
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Tough grader, no extra credit, very advanced for a simple macro course....

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ECO2105MACRO
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great class, Dr. Leightner's lectures make ECON interesting and relevant to you personally. Really enjoyed the class, just follow the class instructions and don't miss class and will be fine. Dr. Leightner tells you EXACTLY what he wants to see in his grading no tricks no surprises just do exactly what he says.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ECON2105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Hardest class I've taken so far. He tries to get people to do his scavenger hunt, but it's not as easy as it sounds. He spends one day teaching each graph and the graphs are 80% of the tests. He has a passion for the subject and you will learn, but it is not easy by any means.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ECON2105
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Do not miss class!!!!! Very passionate and caring professor. Really wants to make sure you learn. Class seems intimidating at times, but if you take good notes and study, you will be fine. Practice your graphs. I learned a lot in this class.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ECON2105
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Hardest class I have taken so far... but the most I have learned from any class. He is a brilliant man but extremely intimidating. Come to class!!!! Ask questions. Take good notes. Study. You will do fine and learn so much! Worth it! Also learn some info about China before and win brownie points!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HONR3900
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took Dr. Leightner jointly with another professor for a Breaking Boundaries course as required by the Honors Program. He taught the economics portion of the curriculum. As a teacher, he is extremely knowledgeable, enjoys teaching, and knows how to use his gift of storytelling to provide vivid examples of the material. He can be arrogant at times.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ECON2105
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class was very challenging, but I enjoyed it. You can NOT miss class. He uses every minute of class time toward his lectures & I didn't find the supplementary material to be very helpful. If you take good lecture, practice your graphs & ask questions then you should be fine. Dr. Leightner has wonderful stories & truly wants students to learn.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MACRO2106
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Mandatory project if you miss more than two days of class

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ECON2105
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Leightner is a very enthusiastic professor who truly wants you to learn the material, however for an entry level course... his expectations are unrealistic. The tests and quizzes are difficult with a strict grader behind it, Read, study, it will be the hardest grade you ever worked for, and you may not pass even then.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ECON4820
• Grade Received: F
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Do not take this GPA assassin! Nothing is clearly posted in his syllabus regarding how he grades, it is 100% subjective. Your grade is your grade and it can not be compared to anything else, including an answer key. He says he wants you to learn economics because it is important, but what he really wants to do is prove to you how stupid you are

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ECON2105
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Learned a lot from Leightner's class. You can either come or not, but missing meant you had to do two more projects than if you came to all of them. It seemed like you either "got it" or you didn't. He was very clear in his expectations and explanations, though, and it really boiled down to whether or not you understood the basics in the end.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ECON2105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Leightner is a very intelligent man and expects a lot for an entry level course. It was very clear to me that other students either clearly understood the material or were totally lost. If you understand the economic models, it's highly interesting! I felt like I learnt a lot and really enjoyed his class!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MACRO
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher, not an easy, you have really study hard to pass. If you want an easy "A" do not take his class. He usually mentions everything that will be on his test and quizzes. We had 2 quizzes, 2 tests, and the final. You need to know how to shift the graphs for the tests, worth about 60% of grade.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ECON4820
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Extremely challenging class! Dr. Leightner nearly pushed me to my breaking point a few times. Much of this class involves understanding economic models and concepts, then using this knowledge to work through scenarios. This is also how his tests worked as well. I struggled to make a C, but nonetheless, this was a very rewarding and enjoyable class.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ECON2105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Leightner is a very hard professor. However, he is very passionate about what he teaches and knows his material very well. Probably one of the best professors I have ever had. Just because he was hard, does not mean he wasnt good.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ECON2105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

It is true that this class is tough and requires students to have a passion for learning the material. Dr. Leightner is very intelligent and he explains any question asked to his best ability. He is passionate about the subjects he teaches. Take very good notes and study groups will help a lot.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ECO2105MACRO
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Leightner is a very knowledgeable and passionate professor. He teaches to make his students understand what is happening in the world. His lectures are interesting. If you take the time to learn his economic models and graphs, it is an easy class. Daily attendance and note-taking is crucial. He seemed fair in terms of grading.