Randy Parker - East Carolina University, Greenville, NC

Professor: Randy Parker

Department: Economics

College: East Carolina University, Greenville, NC

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ECON3420
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Very lively professor. You need to read and understand the material from the study guides. You have to put in effort and you will be happy with your grade!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ECON3420
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Parker is absolutely hilarious but sometimes he spends more time goofing around and telling stories than actually covering material. This is only an issue because his tests are extremely difficult. You have to dissect and memorize his PowerPoint slides and study guide to pass. On the bright side he is a good guy and is willing to help.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: FINA6204
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Parker broke the class up into macro and micro. Daily lectures for the summer term. He gets very excited about the material. Everything on the test is in the lectures but the books help understand the topics. Straight forward. No group work or homework, just two exams. Practice tests are helpful and a full review for each exam.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ECON2133
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher! Attendance not necessary but if you don't go then you probably won't pass. Tests are extremely hard so be prepared.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ECON2133
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher, really simplifies everything and explains it in different ways. He is also funny so it makes the class more enjoyable. He knows what he's talking about. Textbook not need but it helps for the test reviews. 4 exams 35 questions. If you're happy with your grade after the 4 exams, you don't have to take the final (5th exam)

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ECON3420
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

This class (3420) was EXTREMELY DIFFICULT! The questions from the book and PowerPoint slides are VERY technical. If you don't have it memorized nearly word for word you will have a very hard time with his tests. In fairness he is a nice guy, and will help you if you need it.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: 2133
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors by far. He knows what hes talkin about and has a lot to offer beyond econ class. Doesnt go by the book so save your money and dont buy it. Very funny in class and will gladly meet with you to answer questions and go over tests. Pay attention in class and take good notes! Tests are very hard so be prepared to study a lot!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ECON2133
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you never go to class you will not pass this class. He doesn't teach out of a book and doesn't use powerpoint slides. HOWEVER! He is the best teacher I've ever had. He doesn't teach nonsense. Everything in his class can be applied to life and how our government and economy works. A very funny and passionate professor!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ECON2133
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

TAKE DR. P!!!! This man is absolutely hilarious and was my favorite prof from the first day of class. Hands down the best prof at ECU. His really funny and knows his stuff. The test are easy if you review the study guides carefully! Even if you have to stick around on a waitlist for a while it is WORTH IT. Most likely going to finish with an A-

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ECON2133
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Randal Parker is an awesome professor that knows what he is talking about and will definitely make you laugh threw out the course.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ECON2133
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Good professor. He's definitely an expert in economics which is really helpful in teaching it! Lectures can get a little dull, but overall pretty interesting class. Fairly easy class, just go to class, especially review days. He goes over exactly what will be on the test. Recommend!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MACRO2133
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Best professor I've had so far, go to class especially on review day, make sure you know everything on the review sheet and you will make a good grade. 4 tests, 35 questions each, final not mandatory.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MACROECONOMICS
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Best Professor I have had at ECU. He is so funny and really knows what he is talking about. very straight forward and his test are not hard if you go to class and study. He can be intimidating at first but he is awesome. Only 4 tests and the final is optional. Attendance is not mandatory, but definitely go, he's not boring!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: FINA6204
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Parker is an excellent professor. Attend class, take useful notes, ask questions, and you'll do fine! He is very passionate about the material and works hard to make the topics engaging for his students. One of my favorite professors!!!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ECON2133
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Parker really knows his stuff and he presents it in a way that's understandable. He will also give you a good laugh throughout the semester. Tests are moderately difficult, but there is no reason you shouldn't earn an A or B in the class. This is b/c he gives you a study guide with all the information you need to know for the exam(s).

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ECON2133
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

4 test, final isnt mandatory. The lecture is confusing because he has so much random stuff per topic. If you dont understand econ, its a hard class to get a good grade on. Went to every class but was still confused while taking notes. Be careful if you take him.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ECON3420
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher. I had him for macro economics too. He knows his material and presents it effectively. Just go to class and you will pass. Only 3 tests as your grade and the final is optional. I've never had to take it. Take him.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ECON2133
• 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:

A fantastic professor that ECU is lucky to have. Knows exactly what he is talking about. Willing to help any students willing to help themselves. Take this class

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ECON2133
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Extremely good teacher. The lowest grade I got on a test was a 90. Tests are directly from the study guide and if you go to class and take good notes can be filled out easily.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ECON3323
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Beware. He has a grade improvement policy which is good if you at a marginal grade. But thats pretty much it. He is not worth your time taking if you like jokes but not understanding the material after you walk out of the class. I've had him twice, he is not worth taking. Especially, if you have another choice.