Question 1

Is BIOL256 hard at Iowa State?

Accepted Answer

Based on 18 student ratings, BIOL256 is about average (difficulty 58/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is BIOL256?

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 BIOL256?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for BIOL256 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 80%, B: 20%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for BIOL256?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 25/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does BIOL256 have?

Accepted Answer

BIOL256 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: lecture heavy, clear grading criteria, lots of homework, extra credit. Its difficulty score is 58/100, which reads as about average.

Question 6

Would students recommend BIOL256?

Accepted Answer

90% of students would recommend BIOL256. Student satisfaction is rated 71/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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