Question 1

Is NEWS131 hard at Ball State?

Accepted Answer

Based on 12 student ratings, NEWS131 is demanding (difficulty 63/100). Grade accessibility is very high (86/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is NEWS131?

Accepted Answer

Students rate the workload as moderate compared with other courses. Hours per week are not reported for this class.

Question 3

What is the grading like in NEWS131?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for NEWS131 is rated 86/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 57%, B: 29%, C: 14%. The course is assessed primarily through project-based methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for NEWS131?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 63/100. Attendance policies vary by instructor, but showing up is generally recommended.

Question 5

What type of assignments does NEWS131 have?

Accepted Answer

NEWS131 is classified as "Project-based" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: tough grader, lots of homework, graded by few things, clear grading criteria. Its difficulty score is 63/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend NEWS131?

Accepted Answer

67% of students would recommend NEWS131. Student satisfaction is rated 70/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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