Question 1

Is POL309 hard at Stony Brook?

Accepted Answer

Based on 14 student reviews, POL309 has a high challenge level (64/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POL309?

Accepted Answer

Students report a high time investment (64/100). Expect to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POL309?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POL309 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 50%, B: 50%. The course is assessed primarily through project-based methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POL309?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 86/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POL309 have?

Accepted Answer

POL309 is classified as "Project-based" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: graded by few things, lecture heavy, participation matters, get ready to read. The challenge level is high (64/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POL309?

Accepted Answer

67% of students would recommend POL309. Student satisfaction is rated 59/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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