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Johns Hopkins University | AS.180.301

Microeconomic Theory

4.0

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Average Course Rating

(3.03)

An introduction to the modern theory of allocation of resources, starting with the theories of the individual consumer and producer, and proceeding to analysis of systems of interacting individuals, first in the theory of exchange, then to systems which include production as well. A grade of C or higher is recommended in Elements of Micro (AS 180.102) and Elements of Macro (AS 180.101) to take this course.

Fall 2012

(2.49)

Fall 2013

(2.62)

Fall 2013

(2.73)

Fall 2014

(3.43)

Spring 2023

(3.87)

Fall 2012

Professor: M Khan

(2.49)

The best aspects of the course included the comedic and passionate professor, as well as the teaching assistant, who many found to be extremely helpful in explaining the course material. The worst aspects of the class included the disorganized and hard to follow lectures, as well as the lack of adequate preparation for the exams. Many students also found that the professor did not stick to the syl abus, and his disorganization had a negative effect on the course’s effectiveness. Suggestions for improving the course included a more structured and organized lesson plan, an increase of problem sets for helping students with the content, and a more effective teaching style. Prospective students should be

Fall 2013

Professor: Microeconomic Theory

(2.62)

The best aspects of this course included the interesting material and real-world examples discussed in class. However, many students found the materials difficult. Other students thought there was a wide gulf between what was taught in class and tested on homework and what students found on exams. Suggestions for improvement included having an instructor with stronger English-language skills. Prospective students should know that multiple students found the course to be one of the toughest economic courses they had taken. Students also found that a strong math background was important for success, especially calculus.

Fall 2013

Professor: Microeconomic Theory

(2.73)

Students praised this course for showing the “mathematical modeling of real-world economic behavior.” Students had various problems with the course. Some students found it extremely difficult learning from the two instructors with less than optimal language skil s and hard to decipher handwriting. Other students thought there was a wide gulf between what was taught in class and tested on homework and what students found on exams. Suggestions for improvement included changing instructors, and connecting materials taught in class and in the homework to what was on the exams. Prospective students should know that multiple students found the course to be one of the toughest economic courses they had taken. Students also found that a strong math background was important for success with multiple students saying some calculus knowledge was necessary for success in the course.

Fall 2014

Professor: Microeconomic Theory

(3.43)

Students praised this course for having an engaging instructor who covered an interesting topic. Students found a variety of issues with the course; multiple students found that lectures moved too quickly for students to be able to pay attention to the subject matter. Other students thought the exams were too difficult and that lectures didn’t cover material that wound up on the exams. Suggestions for improvement included a broad desire to make sure that topics that students are tested on are thoroughly covered during lectures. Students also thought the course would be improved if the lectures could be made more interactive. Prospective students should know that students broadly described the course as a difficult experience and found that students had to work hard to get a good grade.

Spring 2023

Professor: Sohani Fatehin

(3.87)

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