Question 1

Is ENGL120 hard at UW-Madison?

Accepted Answer

Based on 31 student reviews, ENGL120 has a high challenge level (60/100). Grade accessibility is very high (86/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is ENGL120?

Accepted Answer

Students report a high time investment (70/100). Expect to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in ENGL120?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for ENGL120 is rated 86/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 86%, C: 5%, D: 10%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for ENGL120?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 73/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does ENGL120 have?

Accepted Answer

ENGL120 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: get ready to read, participation matters, graded by few things, beware of pop quizzes. The challenge level is high (60/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend ENGL120?

Accepted Answer

13% of students would recommend ENGL120. Student satisfaction is rated 31/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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