Question 1

Is HIST161 hard at William & Mary?

Accepted Answer

Based on 31 student ratings, HIST161 is demanding (difficulty 75/100). Grade accessibility is very high (89/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is HIST161?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

What is the grading like in HIST161?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for HIST161 is rated 89/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 22%, B: 67%, C: 11%. The course is assessed primarily through essay-focused methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for HIST161?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 92/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does HIST161 have?

Accepted Answer

HIST161 is classified as "Essay-focused" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: tough grader, graded by few things, get ready to read, participation matters. Its difficulty score is 75/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend HIST161?

Accepted Answer

90% of students would recommend HIST161. Student satisfaction is rated 81/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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