Question 1

Is ESL118 hard at UW-Madison?

Accepted Answer

Based on 105 student reviews, ESL118 has a very high challenge level (83/100). Grade accessibility is very high (88/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is ESL118?

Accepted Answer

Students report a very high time investment (83/100). Expect to spend approximately 15-20+ hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in ESL118?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for ESL118 is rated 88/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 79%, B: 9%, C: 5%, D: 7%. The course is assessed primarily through essay-focused methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for ESL118?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 87/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does ESL118 have?

Accepted Answer

ESL118 is classified as "Essay-focused" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: tough grader, lots of homework, so many papers, participation matters. The challenge level is very high (83/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend ESL118?

Accepted Answer

47% of students would recommend ESL118. Student satisfaction is rated 53/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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