Question 1

Is 18.01 hard at MIT?

Accepted Answer

Based on 47 student ratings, 18.01 is about average (difficulty 57/100). Grade accessibility is very high (89/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is 18.01?

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 18.01?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for 18.01 is rated 89/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 67%, B: 22%, C: 6%, D: 6%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for 18.01?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 39/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does 18.01 have?

Accepted Answer

18.01 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: tough grader, test heavy, lots of homework, lecture heavy. Its difficulty score is 57/100, which reads as about average.

Question 6

Would students recommend 18.01?

Accepted Answer

85% of students would recommend 18.01. Student satisfaction is rated 88/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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