Question 1

Is CS261 hard at Portland CC?

Accepted Answer

Based on 16 student ratings, CS261 is demanding (difficulty 65/100). Grade accessibility is very high (86/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is CS261?

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 CS261?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for CS261 is rated 86/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 71%, B: 14%, D: 14%. The course is assessed primarily through mixed methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for CS261?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 20/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does CS261 have?

Accepted Answer

CS261 is classified as "Mixed" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: tough grader, participation matters, clear grading criteria, graded by few things. Its difficulty score is 65/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend CS261?

Accepted Answer

60% of students would recommend CS261. Student satisfaction is rated 68/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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