Question 1

Is SIO10 hard at UCSD?

Accepted Answer

Based on 18 student ratings, SIO10 is on the easier side (difficulty 38/100). Grade accessibility is very high (87/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is SIO10?

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 SIO10?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for SIO10 is rated 87/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 73%, B: 13%, D: 13%. The course is assessed primarily through project-based methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for SIO10?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 17/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does SIO10 have?

Accepted Answer

SIO10 is classified as "Project-based" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: extra credit, get ready to read, beware of pop quizzes, tough grader. Its difficulty score is 38/100, which reads as on the easier side.

Question 6

Would students recommend SIO10?

Accepted Answer

89% of students would recommend SIO10. Student satisfaction is rated 97/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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