Question 1

Is BIO214 hard at Mason?

Accepted Answer

Based on 60 student ratings, BIO214 is demanding (difficulty 64/100). Grade accessibility is very high (87/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is BIO214?

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 BIO214?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for BIO214 is rated 87/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 50%, B: 37%, C: 13%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for BIO214?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 35/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does BIO214 have?

Accepted Answer

BIO214 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: tough grader, test heavy, lots of homework, clear grading criteria. Its difficulty score is 64/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend BIO214?

Accepted Answer

54% of students would recommend BIO214. Student satisfaction is rated 66/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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