Question 1

Is LIN5018 hard at FIU?

Accepted Answer

Based on 9 student ratings, LIN5018 is demanding (difficulty 89/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is LIN5018?

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 LIN5018?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for LIN5018 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 63%, B: 38%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for LIN5018?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 88/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does LIN5018 have?

Accepted Answer

LIN5018 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: test heavy, lecture heavy, participation matters, tough grader. Its difficulty score is 89/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend LIN5018?

Accepted Answer

56% of students would recommend LIN5018. Student satisfaction is rated 80/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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