Mark McNeil - Irvine Valley College, Irvine, CA

Professor: Mark McNeil

Department: Economics

College: Irvine Valley College, Irvine, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

His class wasn't easy, but he is a really good teacher and constantly makes everyone laugh. If you don't go to the lectures you won't do well, some of the topics in class are tough but he has videos on his website and practice hw/quizzes. HE IS AN AMAZING HUMAN BEING and I always looked forward to his classes.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He really was something amazing. Even when I was tired and sleepy, I still dragged myself to his class cause I felt so much regret if I ever didnt go. I love him! A day without Econ really is a day without sun.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor McNeil is probably one of the greatest professors I've had at IVC. He's a literal gem for providing students with a website & youtube videos they can refer back to whenever unclear about a topic. I recommend you utilizing the practice quizzes online as well. He truly enlightens you about Econ & gives you insight about our world.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

McNeil in general is very spontanoues. His class consists of homework, quizzes and tests. The quizzes are in class and are only one class period before the test an then he takes the quizzes and you don't see your grade until the next week. How are we expected to learn from the quiz if you just take it from us and not give it back? Tests are hard!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Listen, I HATE econ very very much. Key to getting an A in this class is WRITE EVERYTHING THAT LEAVES HIS MOUTH and of course read your notes a 1,000 times. If you write down everything and memorize your notes, than an A is extremely possible. There are 5-7 short Hw's, 5 Quizzes and 4 tests. He drops one of each. And watch all his videos!!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Hes an okay teacher, but during his lectures, he gets so far off topic so frequently, it makes it difficult to take notes on specific things. It took me the first homework and quiz to learn how to study for his class. Its called ACDCEcon on YouTube.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This course is a double edged sword, ultimately you will enjoy the professor, he is very hilarious and passionate about Econ, but beware because "HIS CLASS IS NOT FOR EVERYONE!" He teaches in a very unique way of economics that many people have had trouble understanding. Homework is tough as are the exams and quizzes, lots of mandatory lectures.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ECON2
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He has a lot of passion for what he teaches and he really wants you to be successful in his class. He comes up with the greatest analogies for whatever idea he is presenting, while they are pretty funny and unusual they work well and they stick with you easier. He will make sure that you will get a good grade as long as you really try your best.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• 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:

Words cant even begin to express how much fun I had in this class. McNeil is hands down one of my favorite professors here. He makes everything easy to understand, even though the lectures can be confusing at times. An A is achievable if you put in the time. Overall though, i woud DEF reccomend him to anyone interested in taking econ.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ECON4H
• 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:

Hands down the best econ professor I've ever had. He gives really great lectures and is very knowledgeable about the subject. He makes learning econ very interesting and enjoyable. Wish I could take him for all my econ classes!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• 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:

He is a great teacher. He is helpful and cares about his students! Do the homework it helps with the exam.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

His classes are fun and entertaining. Everyone gives their opinion and participate because he is an open minded professor, I would recommend taking his class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took his ECON 1 class, and although I ended up with a C, I would consider him one of my favorite teachers at IVC. If you have the effort, an A is easily achievable. The homework is important because it is the content on the test. He makes youtube videos on his free time that are basically lectures from class, so he cares about his students succes

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ECON2
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took him for the 8 wk Macro course. Spent first 4 weeks on Micro. Poorly structured class, writes random words on board while lecturing. Dates for tests, homework, & quizzes were always changing. Didnt take one of the tests b/c he fell behind in lectures and lost the chance to drop lowest test score. Doesnt use terminology from book. Dont take.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

His class is fun and he is there to help, but he doesn't give you any chance to write notes. His study guide are so much hard and aren't helpful at all, the test are completely different from them. If you want my advice don't take him if you want a good grade. I was the only student who has the book, he teaches differently of the book which is bad

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Mcneil is one of those professors who you just have to trust. He has been teaching economics for just about as long as it has existed, and can therefore explain complex ideas in a way that you just get. Do the homework and ask questions. They really help you prepare for tests and Professor Mcneil is more than willing to help.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ECON2
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very helpful and fair professor! Grade carefully on homework and it really helps a lot on reviewing! He cares about your learning on Econ! Take him!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

McNeil is hands down of the best professors i have had in college. I wish he set the standard for other professors to be like him. He will make you work for the A, but he will make sure you get there while having the best time possible. I wish he offered more classes for me to take.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ECON1
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing teacher! Loves his kids and will do anything to make you understand. I actually got a kick outta the guy, and there where many times when he got the whole class laughing. Super helpful and his lectures will never be boring. My favorite class I have taken at ivc. Will take again.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ECON1H
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He really knows his stuff. I took a couple of Econ classes at a top 50 university before transferring to IVC, and Professor McNeil is the best Econ teacher I have ever had. He teaches in a way that is easy for students to conceptualize and although the lectures can feel long at times, he is very witty and intelligent when he teaches.