Question 1

Is BIO143 hard at St. Olaf?

Accepted Answer

Based on 30 student ratings, BIO143 is demanding (difficulty 72/100). Grade accessibility is very high (88/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is BIO143?

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 BIO143?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for BIO143 is rated 88/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 50%, B: 38%, C: 13%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for BIO143?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 48/100. Attendance policies vary by instructor, but showing up is generally recommended.

Question 5

What type of assignments does BIO143 have?

Accepted Answer

BIO143 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: lecture heavy, get ready to read, graded by few things, participation matters. Its difficulty score is 72/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend BIO143?

Accepted Answer

73% of students would recommend BIO143. Student satisfaction is rated 81/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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