Question 1

Is POLS178 hard at Howard?

Accepted Answer

Based on 20 student reviews, POLS178 has a high challenge level (76/100). Grade accessibility is high (79/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POLS178?

Accepted Answer

Students report a very high time investment (91/100). Expect to spend approximately 15-20+ hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POLS178?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POLS178 is rated 79/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 53%, B: 26%, C: 16%, D: 5%. The course is assessed primarily through essay-focused methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POLS178?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 75/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POLS178 have?

Accepted Answer

POLS178 is classified as "Essay-focused" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: get ready to read, participation matters, tough grader, so many papers. The challenge level is high (76/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POLS178?

Accepted Answer

45% of students would recommend POLS178. Student satisfaction is rated 56/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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