Question 1

Is LING290 hard at SFU?

Accepted Answer

Based on 16 student ratings, LING290 is demanding (difficulty 71/100). Grade accessibility is very high (88/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is LING290?

Accepted Answer

Students rate the workload as heavy compared with other courses. Hours per week are not reported for this class.

Question 3

What is the grading like in LING290?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for LING290 is rated 88/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 38%, B: 50%, C: 13%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for LING290?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 83/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does LING290 have?

Accepted Answer

LING290 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: group projects, participation matters, tough grader, graded by few things. Its difficulty score is 71/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend LING290?

Accepted Answer

70% of students would recommend LING290. Student satisfaction is rated 76/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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