Question 1

Is POLS001 hard at Howard?

Accepted Answer

Based on 154 student reviews, POLS001 has a moderate challenge level (55/100). Grade accessibility is very high (95/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POLS001?

Accepted Answer

Students report a high time investment (60/100). Expect to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POLS001?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POLS001 is rated 95/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 78%, B: 17%, C: 4%, D: 1%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POLS001?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 70/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POLS001 have?

Accepted Answer

POLS001 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: lecture heavy, get ready to read, graded by few things, clear grading criteria. The challenge level is moderate (55/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POLS001?

Accepted Answer

50% of students would recommend POLS001. Student satisfaction is rated 68/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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