Question 1

Is POL253 hard at SFU?

Accepted Answer

Based on 17 student ratings, POL253 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 POL253?

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 POL253?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POL253 is rated 86/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 57%, B: 29%, C: 14%. The course is assessed primarily through mixed methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POL253?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 63/100. Attendance policies vary by instructor, but showing up is generally recommended.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POL253 have?

Accepted Answer

POL253 is classified as "Mixed" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: get ready to read, participation matters, tough grader, lecture heavy. Its difficulty score is 65/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend POL253?

Accepted Answer

19% of students would recommend POL253. Student satisfaction is rated 44/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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