Question 1

Is POL215 hard at John Jay?

Accepted Answer

Based on 24 student ratings, POL215 is about average (difficulty 54/100). Grade accessibility is very high (88/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POL215?

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 POL215?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POL215 is rated 88/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 38%, B: 50%, C: 13%. The course is assessed primarily through essay-focused methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POL215?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 57/100. Attendance policies vary by instructor, but showing up is generally recommended.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POL215 have?

Accepted Answer

POL215 is classified as "Essay-focused" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: get ready to read, clear grading criteria, lots of homework, participation matters. Its difficulty score is 54/100, which reads as about average.

Question 6

Would students recommend POL215?

Accepted Answer

73% of students would recommend POL215. Student satisfaction is rated 86/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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