William Miles - Wichita State University, Wichita, KS

Professor: William Miles

Department: Economics

College: Wichita State University, Wichita, KS

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He really cares about the material and his students, but at the same time he isn't going to baby you. You need to show up, participate, and pay attention-- otherwise you'll struggle on the tests. He is very charismatic, funny and laid back, so this class can be a great time. He knows how to lay down a solid foundation in Econ w/o overwhelming you.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Grade in the class is 25% homework (less than 15 homework assignments assigned in 1 semester), 75% test (3 tests total, each test is 25%, final included). Tests are 25 questions each, and nothing difficult or tricky, but if you don't study and ask questions, then it will be difficult to pull an A. Prof. Miles is extremely personable and very nice.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great professor. The tests are somewhat stressful, each one is worth 25% of your grade. Paying attention in class is what will help get an A. It's easy to wander off, but actively participating in his "groupafy" activities will definitely help. I would take him again. He doesn't assign much homework and explains the material well if you listen.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• 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:

This guy gives every opportunity to walk out of class with an A. So much extra credit. There are only three tests that are fairly easy if you understand the concepts, just be wary of the wording, it's what got me. Hilarious guy, makes you enjoy the class. but has an unhealthy obsession with Tom Brady and the Patriots. r8 8/8

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• 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:

If you don't take a class from Bill freaking Miles... Your loss.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ECON301
• 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:

I highly recommend taking a course with Professor Miles! He is knowledgable, funny and incredibly helpful. If you attend class and pay attention, you will do well. The class is interesting and Professor Miles is always willing to answer questions thoroughly! He comes across as a person and as a professor. Take his class!!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

FAVORITE PROFESSOR EVER!! Literally made me want to major in economics, he knows his stuff, and for a class of almost 100 he makes you feel involved and as part of the class. Also there is no bullcrap assignments, if the assignments don't help he doesn't give them. Only bad thing is there are only 3 tests so study hard.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Bill made this class really enjoyable! I was dreading taking it but learned a lot. No homework, just quizzes and exams. I personally didn't read the book, just printed off powerpoint slides and took notes from the lecture on those. Got an A!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Bill is cool guy who makes class interesting with his unique sense of humor. Workload is light, but tests cover 5 chapters. Read the book and the tests aren't too difficult.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ECON301
• 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:

Awesome professor. Reviews everything on the test and test questions are exactly like review questions--just with different numbers. Must memorize all formulas and questions are short answer/problem questions. Super nice, helpful, and funny.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

pretty good guy

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ECON801
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Full of fun while he teaches concepts and make it very clear.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Bill is a FABULOUS professor. The people who do not like him are very close minded to the topic he teaches. If you remain open minded the class can be passed with ease. Fantastic experience with him as a professor!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Bill, seems to be misunderstood from what I have read of some of the negative comments listed. He is a great teacher who has a unique sense of humor. He is more than willing to help with any problem you may be having, even in other classes. Although he is misguided in his choice of football teams, his loyalty to his hometown Patriots is admirable.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ECON301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dr Miles is an awesome teacher.Despite what people say, his class is totally and completely easy...as long as you go to class and take notes and study them,you'll do great on the exams.He breaks down macroeconomics in such a simple way that anyone can understand. Even for homeworks, he helps solve some of the questions and is always willing to help

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ECON301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

He is the Jerry Seinfeld or perhaps even the Newman of the Economics Dept... Go to class, pay attention to Lecture: concentrate & write notes on key topics.Tests can be tough, but Bill is readily available for help. Oh, no drinking while takin his class.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Bill is a great teacher!! He has a very dry sense of humor, and its halarious! His class is easy as long as you go to class and listen to his lectures you will do fine. His test are a little hard, but if you study you can pass. He is very approachable and will be more than happy to help you if you needed it.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ECON301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great professor! His classes are enjoyable and I always looked forward to them. He has a great sense of humor and will have you rolling unless YOU don't have a sense of humor... Absolutely solidified my interest in the field of economics! Extra credit assignment was a nice bonus!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ECON210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Good guy with an odd sense of humor. If you go to class and pay attention he makes the matierial easy to understand. Be ready for only a few grades (tests and quizes). However, he did pull through with a really nice curve at the end of the semester!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• 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:

He makes jokes that are not funny. If you ask a questions... he will make fun of you. The quizes are 5 questions. If you miss 2... you fail. Poor grading scales. Take Econ from someone else. He does speak clear english!