Question 1

Is PHIL119 hard at St. Olaf?

Accepted Answer

Based on 19 student ratings, PHIL119 is demanding (difficulty 65/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is PHIL119?

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 PHIL119?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for PHIL119 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 33%, B: 67%. The course is assessed primarily through essay-focused methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for PHIL119?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

What type of assignments does PHIL119 have?

Accepted Answer

PHIL119 is classified as "Essay-focused" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: participation matters, tough grader, get ready to read, test heavy. Its difficulty score is 65/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend PHIL119?

Accepted Answer

75% of students would recommend PHIL119. Student satisfaction is rated 69/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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