Tanya Downing - Cuesta College

Professor: Tanya Downing

Department: Economics

College: Cuesta College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ECON201
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing teacher I wish she taught every single one of my econ classes. Awesome lecturer as she knows every-bit of the material and reciprocates it very well and teaches the class awesome study tips to help us succeed. Her classes are as amazing as she looks, you wont regret taking her!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ECON201B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

It's a very fast paced class, so I would recommend you take macro before micro, unlike what I did. I felt like her tests were very fair and she is pretty clear and what she wants you to know. Downing is also super nice and answers questions you have very clearly, Highly recommend.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ECON201B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Downing's lectures were fast paced and a lot of the times really hard to follow. If you want to do well in her class, read the textbook, that makes the biggest difference. She only grades off two connect HW assignments/week, 2 exams, and the final. As long as you read the textbook and put effort into her class I would recommend you take her.

Rating # 4

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

By far the most inspirational and caring professor I have ever had he pleasure of having.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: 201B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

very awesome teacher! clear on what she want from you regarding hw and projects. has a great attitude and sense of humor. easy to talk to, she makes everyone feel comfortable. finds way to get you involved. hw is pretty easy. test arent too bad. definitely my favorite teacher so far. 10/10 should sign up for her classes if possible.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ECON201B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Tanya, was a great choice for microecon. She's very nice, and will help you with questions during class or in her office hours. I honestly thought the tests were fair, but you go to put effort into reading the book since her notes can be just an outline at times. Do the online hw and watch the online lecture videos she posts! Two group projects

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ECON201A
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Ms Downing is very knowleageable about the subject matter. However her grading and weighting of the assignments was VERY discouraging. DO NOT MISS any of the participation assignments. The weekly McGraw Hill hw even if completed, barely makes a difference in your grade until the end of the semester. Appear to barely passing until end of semester.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: 201B
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She is a very good teacher and you need to be involved to understand the class. The tests are pretty difficult and come with a lot of studying as the homework material does not really relate to the tests at all. You have to think outside the box and truly understand everything in the chapter. Study guides are not always given as an FYI

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: 201B
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class is very faced paced and her lectures are confusing. Using McGraw-Hill online homework assignments is a pain. Her study guides don't even cover half the material on the exams and she will not explain further, "check your notes" is common. Complicated mathematics is required for just about every unit. Avoid this instructor like the plague.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ECON201A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took Tanya for Macroecocn (the in-person class), and she was great. The textbook is a bit difficult at times, but her lectures made everything understandable. I noticed some people who have difficulty with math struggle, but I personally picked everything up quickly. The tests and grading were very reasonable. I'd definitely take her again.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: 201B
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Tanya is a great choice when trying to figure out what professor to take for either micro or macro. She is very nice and gives very clear instructions on what you will be tested on. Do the homework, go to class, and you will get a great grade. She is very strait forward and wants you to do well for yourself. Take her class without a doubt.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ECON201B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I was not very interested in ECON or didn't know much walking into that class, but after taking it, I became fairly knowledgeable about ECON and learned a lot! She starts out the classes with TED talks a lot and other cool stuff. The tests are pretty tough but she offers extra credit and has plenty of opportunities for points. DO THE HOMEWORK

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ECON201A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Tanya may not be the best teacher, but she's certainly not the worst. She consistently asks if you do need help, go to her office hours or get a friend's number outside of class because if not, you will be lost. It's not an easy subject but she outlines her notes and if you study those and the study guides, you will be fine.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ECON201A
• 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:

This Professor really wants you to succeed. She uses an online system for homework that allows you to check your work as much as possible. She promotes interacting with fellow classmates and teachers to all different learning styles. She clearly outlines what her tests will be covering in order to help her students succeed.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: 201A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class is really fast paced and the online textbook program is an ineffective way to study. Its hard to follow her notes on the whiteboard shes writes notes in a confusing way by using arrows. The tests are pretty difficult, only take this class with an easy schedule.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ECON201B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This is my second class with Prof. Downing and I have one thing to say: She is AMAZING! I would recommend her to any student. The Econ courses are NOT easy, but they ARE rewarding and useful. The student who is dedicated will be successful in her class and will learn life skills. She is clear, consistent, and extremely helpful!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ECON201B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took this online course. Would have many questions and never receive feedback. Everything was done from the textbook online so she never really taught the class. She would have links to websites, and small lecture notes that didn't help with the quizzes. Did get a good grades on essays, but never responded when I had questions.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ECON201A201B
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Tanya Downing made Econ easy to understand and was willing to put in the extra time to help me understand the parts I didn't! She is one of the best professors I've ever had! She is very smart and makes the class fun to go to!!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ECO201
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Downing is one of the best instructors at Cuesta. She works to prepare her students for the mid-term and final from the very first class session. These classes are not for the faint of heart but the students who put in a decent amount of work are going to pass with a decent grade. She will go out of her way to assist students who try.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: 201B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I had Professor Downing for both econ 201A and B. She is a nice person and very informed and intelligent in economics. Her teaching style was difficult to follow and tests had some material that was not covered. Midterms and final and quite intense. Weekly tests help to with keeping up on the abundance of material to learn during the courses.