4.0

Denise Folwell

English & Reading - Montgomery College: Rockville Campus

4.0
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
81%
Would Retake
84
Reviews
4.0
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
4.0
Helpful
4.0
Clarity

81%

Would Retake

84

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Rating Distribution
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10

What Students Say

Doesn't grade anything

ENGL101 - 1.0 rating

This pushes her back at being such a great professor

ENG101 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

85%

Textbook Required

71%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 25 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (8)
A (6)
B (6)
Grade Distribution
A(14)B(6)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 31 reported grades
A+: 8
A: 6
B: 6
Not sure yet: 6
Common Tags
Caring (13)
Gives good feedback (10)
Respected (7)
Participation matters (7)
Clear grading criteria (5)
Inspirational (5)
Get ready to read (4)
GRADED BY FEW THINGS (3)
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Reviews (84)
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1.0
EN101A
May 17, 2004

Great Proffessor, she assigns a lot of work, but is very lean and allows you a lot of extra time, but then again what EN101 class is very less work, So i definitely recommend her, you will definitely be satisfide with taking any course she teaches.

3.0
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EN101
Jul 22, 2004

Hates everybody in the world

5.0
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EN101
Jan 18, 2005

She is a super nice professor. even if you don't come to class, you still can pass her class. she is very patient and kind. she is the best professor i've even met.

5.0
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EN101A
Sep 18, 2005

The best teacher I've ever had. She assigns a lot of homework but you can always ask her for more time. Go to class, do the homework, show some interest, and you’ll end up getting an A.

5.0
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EN101A
Mar 12, 2006

The best professor I met at MC. Very helpful! If you work hard, you may easily get A or B.She is very nice to international students.

3.0
2.0
EN101A
May 11, 2006

She is a very nice person! but not as good in teaching. Take class with her if u want a easy A or B.

5.0
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EN107
Jun 2, 2006

This was an easy class no matter who taught it, but Professor Folwell is such a sweet person!!! She was helpful, encouraging and patient with the most...well, remedial....students in the class. This is a really good elective to take because you can't help but earn an A and it really lightens your course load.

5.0
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EN101A
Jun 4, 2006

get an A!? No problem!!!

4.0
1.0
EN101
Aug 29, 2006

very boring, but if you guys just want a good grade and nothing more... you should take her class! very mellow sweet personality

5.0
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EN101
Nov 12, 2006

She is a very nice teacher,helpful and patient.She gave a lot of homework,and the class is kind of boring.It is really hard to get an A in her class.

5.0
1.0
EN122
Dec 15, 2006

I took her myth class which was interesting. She seemed devoted to myth. Sometimes class was boring. Work was easy and the quizzes/tests were fair. The prof is quite lenient and forgiving. As long as you show that you find the topic fascinating, then you'll be alright. I was really into the content so doing the work was not a hassle for me.

5.0
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EN101A
Jan 6, 2007

Prof. Forwell is one of the best Prof I met @ MC. She is super nice especially for international students. She likes to help the students. I took EN101A and EN122, got both A. If you work hard, it is not hard to get an A. If you are not a lazy guy, it's easy to get a B. Highly recommend!!

5.0
2.0
EN101A
Jan 24, 2007

The teacher was very helpful for the students. I recommend that you take this course. She was very nice-in terms of teaching the class.

5.0
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EN101A
Feb 12, 2007

sweet lady....very nice....but her class can be boring sometimes. however, its an easy A! so i would definitley reccomend her.

4.0
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EN101A
Apr 5, 2007

Hard to get an A, but easy B. she is too strict on grading. Dont listen to others' feedback.

3.0
4.0
EN101A
Jun 8, 2007

Who said it is an easy?It is hard to get an A, be aware

1.0
4.0
EN101A
Sep 3, 2007

Worst english teacher at MC..She was unprofessional and would always postpone assignments and class without notification. DONT BE SICK! She can be out sick without notice but I can't be WITH notice!! She was rude to student and didn't listen to others. THINK TWICE BEFORE ENLISTING!! :)

5.0
2.0
EN101A
Nov 11, 2007

I really enjoyed Prof. Folwell's class. I learned lots of stuff. She also is willing to help. Very nice women. I highly recommend her class.

5.0
2.0
EN122
Dec 15, 2007

i took mythology with her, It was alot of reading and a quiz everyday, but it was worth it because i learned alot. And she is very educated baout what she teaches. I would definitely recommend her because she is very lenient on how much time her students need.

4.0
2.0
ENEN
Jan 25, 2008

Professor Folwell kind of nice and helpful teacher.It will be easy if you have studied before.She is very easy going when students come to ask questions.I recommend taking her EN 101A class.

5.0
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EN101A
Apr 22, 2008

Very kind and sweet Professor. I highly recommend her. Im very very very dyslexic and she took the time to help me. She also let me write my papers on this that interested me. She also gives great feedback and edits your papers for grammer and such before giving them back. I cant wait to take another class with her.

5.0
1.0
EN223
May 14, 2008

IhadProf.Follwell for a poetry class...I lovedit.But then again,I love poetry. She is an angel,and she gave very helpful critiques in workshops.

4.0
2.0
EN209
Jun 20, 2008

She's a little odd, but overall is a good teacher. Took a summer class with her and got an A. It was pretty simple. I highly recommend her.

5.0
1.0
EN101A
Dec 24, 2008

Flexible professor! She gives extra time to turn in papers.

5.0
1.0
EN101A
Jan 14, 2009

She is a very nice professor. She is very helpfull. There are three take home essays. Always go to tutoring center. There is one final in class essay. Her class is easy. If you need help with your papers just ask her. She could help you a lot!. There is a little book that you will have to read(easy) and make journal entries. Highly Recommended!

5.0
2.0
EN209
May 16, 2009

She is one of the best teachers that I ever had. I recommend her if you want to take EN101 and other literature courses.

5.0
2.0
EN190
May 21, 2009

I took her for intro to lit on saturday morning. I really liked the class structure, we basically read and analyzed our textbook as a class. A few papers and assignments were given but everything flowed well. She is a great teacher!

5.0
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INTROLITE
Aug 14, 2009

If you are really interested in learning, take Professor Folwell classes, she is VERY knowledgeable, clear, and she cares for students. She is flexible in terms of deadlines but still you have to submit all papers. You will get feedback, she actually READS what you write. I've taken 2 courses with her. She is an A PLUS Professor.

5.0
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EN101A
Jan 12, 2010

She is one of the best professors that I ever had. She explains well and will help you to understand, even if you ask ten times. She is not strict with attendance and paper dues as long as you are fair too. I hope I could get more class with her, Highly recommended.

3.0
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EN101A
Apr 18, 2010

Good at giving directions if your listening. Not the best professor. She does a lot of stuff by the book. She doesn't have quite the teaching individuality. I felt like I was in a stupid 10th grade english class again. But she is lenient on due dates and essay topics. She gives students breaks. Overall she is nice.

2.0
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EN201
May 13, 2010

I took this class because i got the impression it will be easy. The class was incredibly boring and difficult. I was writing papers every week and her grading is purely subjective. If she likes you you get a A. Otherwise, dont take the class unless you have ALOT of free time to waste.

4.0
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EN209
May 16, 2010

Took her in 09. If you plan to take EN209 - Bible as Literature, do yourself a favor and do not take her! Wayyyyy to much work, reading, essays, journal entries. Ledermans class is better IMO.

1.0
4.0
EN101A
Jan 5, 2011

This is the WORST professor ever. I was so mad that I even want to report her to the department. She is VERY irresponsible and I'll tell you why right now. For 3 classes straight she did not come to class and she did not send any email to the students, just thinking we all are going to be happy coming to school 3 classes straight to find a note on

1.0
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EN101A
Jan 5, 2011

the door saying she can not come then we all have to head home or something. Every paper was delayed so we have to keep moving back our papers. At the end, our last portfolio, she delayed it, too so we couldn't have our break started. For the portfolio, she said she was going to put our last paper which we need to put in the portfolio in the folder

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EN101A
Jan 12, 2011

This professor is helpless and irresponsible! She had never told anyone that she couldn't come to class and let all students came without clues! she didn't teach us at all. If you want to practice and improve your writing skill this class is not right for you. Highly recommend taking another professors.

1.0
5.0
EN101A
Jan 12, 2011

She basically just reads the books,and does not helpful at all.It's so hard to get a good grade on the class

1.0
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EN101
Apr 14, 2011

Suck. Lazy. Did not teach u anything. Hard grading. Fake

4.0
2.0
EN101A
May 30, 2011

I Feel she was extremely understanding though she was ill for most of the semester, she is an extremely intelligent women and wants to help others in the class as long as they commited. She was really nice and I wish her the best!!!! SWEETEST LADY ON EARTH!!!

5.0
1.0
EN102
Jul 13, 2011

Professor Folwel is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. She does take time correcting papers because she actually reads them and gives you feedback. She is a wonderful woman who truly cares for her students. Her knowledge of literature is impressive. By far one of the best professors at MC.

5.0
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EN101
Aug 9, 2011

Very approachable, is willing on going over your paper with you as many times as needed (before or after you turn it in.)

5.0
2.0
EN101
Aug 19, 2011

It is a sadly rare occurrence to find a professor that can fully communicate what he/she needs to, to each and every student, this is one of the few. Highly recommended.

5.0
3.0
EN101A
Dec 20, 2011

She is wonderful; she gives enough time to finish and submit essays. I would recommend her to anyone.

5.0
2.0
EN101
Jul 25, 2012

Prof Folwell is the sweetest lady: she genuinely cares about all her students and their success. This I found out is very rare of college professors. So, she is a rare, gleaming jewel amongst rocks. Secondly, you will learn a lot more about the rules of writing because she goes over your papers and essays with you, and marks them clearly.

5.0
1.0
EN001
Dec 7, 2013

Professor Folwell is an easy class to take. She is really understanding and cares about you passing. If you miss any assignments she let you turn them in before grades go in just so that you can pass. She is a really nice lady. Lucky to had taken her.

4.0
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EN122
Dec 29, 2013

Prof Folwell is very nice, and has a good knowledge about mythology. In this class, we had quiz everyday on the readings, 2 group presentations, 2 papers, and a final. May seem easy, but it actually isn't. She also takes a very Iong time to return papers, some never got back. The class is extremely boring most times, and there is a lot of reading.

5.0
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101A
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2014

She was the best English professor I have taken at MC so far I would recommend her to anyone!

4.0
1.0
ENG122
Grade: A
Oct 16, 2014

She can be a bit unclear about assignments due dates but cares about her students' success. She teaches with a wealth of information but not as much structure.

3.0
4.0
101A
Jan 7, 2015

She grades too tough. And her lectures can be a little too long and disorganized. We had to rush towards doing our 3rd paper and not much preparation or exercises were done prior to help us write it; a lot of students struggled because of it. Wouldn't take again.

5.0
1.0
EN101A
Jan 18, 2015

Prof Folwell is the sweetest lady: she genuinely cares about all her students and their success. This I found out is very rare of college professors. Secondly, you will learn a lot more about the rules of writing because she goes over your papers and essays with you, and marks them clearly.

5.0
1.0
ENGL208
May 14, 2015

Professor Folwell is a great professor! Loved her and the course. She helped significantly. Most literature classes are confusing but she is crystal clear as to what she wants and she's flexible with due dates. Take her class you'll love it!!!

5.0
3.0
ENGLISH101A
Grade: B
May 14, 2015

Denise Folwell is a very helpful professor, she is so sweet. Just pay attention, and ask questions if you're not sure about something. Seriously, as long as you do your assignments and do not procrastinate you should pass the class. She gives classwork from the book, and sometimes homework. I really enjoyed having her as my professor.

5.0
1.0
ENGL272
Grade: A+
Jan 25, 2016

I took the poetry class and it was a fun class. She teaches the material well and really supports her students. She is a very, very, nice person and everyone liked the class.

4.0
3.0
EN101
Grade: B
May 18, 2016

She is the best professor I ever seen in my life. She is very kind and very helpful. She cares and she will be there for you. I highly recommend her to everyone.

4.0
3.0
EN101A
Grade: C
May 27, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Great professor but i thought she was real tough. There were a few things that i though she asked for too much but cares about everyone understanding. Calls on people to read out loud. Super patient with students turning assignments in. Very sweet & friendly. Loves to work one on one with you in/out of class.

5.0
3.0
EN101A
Grade: B
Aug 17, 2016
Would take again

Professor Folwell understands that we as students have a life outside of college, and she will help you to stay on top of things; of course if you also do your best to. For example, I am an actor and I couldn't make it to class for a couple of times because of NY auditions. She understood when I explained it to her, and she helped me work around it

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
101A
Aug 22, 2016
Would take again

THIS PROFESSOR IS SO WORTH IT I LOVE HER SHE IS THE BEST PROFESSOR EVER. SHE IS VERY HELPFUL ON THE ASSIGNMENTS AND GIVES YOU CHANCES TO FIX UP YOUR MISTAKES. AND SHE IS SO NICE TOO SHE REALLY CARES ABOUT YOUR GRADES

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Caring
4.0
1.0
ENGLISH101A
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 11, 2016
Would take again

Professor Folwell , is a very loving and caring professor ; I love her personality and she always has conferences with student on essays before turning them in ,that way they can do their best. but she tends to take a very long time to grade papers and can be a little disorganize at times. Other than that I would still recommend her.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
WMST101
Grade: A+
Jan 5, 2017
Would take again

She is a great professor. I had her first semester and taking her second semester just because of how lovely she is. She gives great feedback and is extremely understanding.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ENGL101A
Grade: B
Jan 7, 2017
Would take again

Amazing teacher she's very nice, soft spoken, and caring for the students. She doesn't send a lot of papers, but still have to spend time doing them. She gives you a lot of opportunities to make up your mistakes so be organized and take them!

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
1.0
WMST101
Grade: A+
Jan 23, 2017
Would take again

Professor Folwell is amazing. She really cares about her students and the subject of women's studies. She is extremely understanding and flexible when it comes to due dates and gives out really interesting and fun assignments. She is a very easy grader and the entire class is lecture based so participate! DO NOT HESITATE TO REGISTER FOR HER CLASS.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
1.0
1.0
EN101
May 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Throughout the semester, professor Folwell only graded one paper. I'm at the end of the semester as I write this and have absolutely no idea what I'll be receiving in the class since I only know from that one grade. Every paper we had due was pushed back by two weeks at the minimum. Yes it's English 101, but I'd still like to be learning something.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
2.0
EN101A
Jun 14, 2017
Would take again

Great teacher, she holds conferences with her students to make sure they on track, really recommend her for ENG101

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
ENGL122
Grade: A+
Dec 3, 2017
Would take again

I took her mythology class last summer and really enjoyed it. There were two group presentations, which typically I would typically hate but they weren't too involved and she graded them easily. Pretty interesting lectures and a lot of reading but the tests are easy enough.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
4.0
3.0
EN235
Grade: A-
Mar 14, 2018
Would take again

Took film & literature with her. She made it clear what was expected of students. It was relatively easy, but there were quizzes on the regular, & papers had specific prompts. She'll work w/ you, just show her you're willing.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG235
Grade: A+
Mar 22, 2018
Would take again

She is an incredibly sweet lady, I'm so sad I took her extended winter course that was only 2 weeks because I wish I could have taken a full semesters class. She is incredibly kind and she really cares about her students. She's soft spoken and her personality is like honey. If you want a professor who cares TAKEHER! She's a really great professor!

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
1.0
1.0
ENGL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Doesn't grade anything. Literally 3/4 of the semester has passed and we still don't have a single grade in the grade book. If you like getting surprised with your grade take her.

SO MANY PAPERS
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
1.0
ENGL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Great personality but she doesn't grade! She is so nice and I enjoy her as a person but she is not the best teacher. One week of class left and I don't have a grade.

Respected
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
5.0
EN102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 9, 2018
Wouldn't take again

1 word TERRIBLE

4.0
1.0
EN122
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

I like her, not really a good teacher but really nice, if you have any questions she'll help you.

Get ready to read
Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
3.0
EN101
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

She is a lovely person. If you show up & do your work, then you are sure to do well. 3 out of class essays (1 personal narrative, 1 analysis, 1 argumentative), 1 in-class essay, & some ungraded assignments. Although she did not post midterm grades, the feedback she gave if you asked about anything during class time was always helpful & clear.

Gives good feedback
Caring
2.0
1.0
ENG101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 18, 2018
Would take again

She is an okay professor, she is very caring and cares for her students. The only problem that a lot of people have with her is that she doesn't grade any papers on time and I agree. This pushes her back at being such a great professor.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
EN101A
Grade: A+
Jan 2, 2019
Would take again

She is the best professor ever. She is very flexible. Her lectures help a lot. If you want to learn everything with the best grade just take her class. Her class was my best experience.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
EN101
Grade: B+
May 15, 2019
Would take again

Really nice teacher

Graded by few things
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGL101A
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2019
Would take again

She is a very sweet teacher. If you listen to what she says and do your work, you will get an A in this class. If you have problems and will not be able to turn something in on the date, just talk to her and she will work with you. She will have the class go around reading a couple times but it is not as bad as it sounds. 10/10 prof! Good person!!

Inspirational
Group projects
Caring
5.0
2.0
EN122
Grade: A
Dec 25, 2019
Would take again

Such a kind-hearted lady! Gives clear instructions, easy grader, and gives you plenty of time to do assignments. Don't worry about due dates. This is an easy course. Just do the work (even poorly) and you'll ace it.

5.0
3.0
ENGLISH101A
Feb 11, 2020
Would take again

Professor Folwell is very kindhearted, and outgoing. If you do the work you will pass. I loved having her as a professor , she really cares about her students.

Amazing lectures
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Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
EN101
Grade: A
Mar 29, 2021
Would take again

She is the best professor ever! Professor Folwell is kind hearted, caring and helpful. I love her great sense of humor, just amazing! Lectures are well explained and easy to follow. I enjoyed this class and learned quite a lot. If you do all the assigned work, you will pass easily. I recommend you to take Professor Denise Falwell.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
2.0
EN101
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She does not give any feedback or grade any assignments until months later. Blackboard is rarely updated, due dates are constantly pushed back, directions are unclear, and she never grades assignments by when she says she will. Technical difficulties were a problem for this zoom class and she had to take many breaks due to coughing.

Graded by few things
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
EN101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 26, 2021
Would take again

doesnt ever grade and randomly calls on people often. she is very lenient with due dates though and not super tough with grading. overall: aight

Participation matters
5.0
1.0
ENGL101
Grade: A
Jan 11, 2022
Would take again

Professor Follwel is the best professor I have ever before. She is respectful and tolerant also; she cares about her students.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
4.0
3.0
EN101
Grade: B+
Apr 15, 2022
Would take again

She is very nice but she is very slow in grading and took very long to return the student's papers.

5.0
2.0
ENGL101
Grade: B
May 22, 2022
Would take again

Professor Folwell is amazing! She is flexible and will help you through any part of your paper you may be stuck on. She is responsive and gives several opportunities for extra points. I highly recommend her for ENGL 011/101! You will pass if you do the work!

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Feb 13, 2023
Would take again

I took her class for ENGL 011 and ENGL 101. The assignments/reading is not that bad-- just keep up with the reading and DON'T leave things to the last minute, and this class will be much easier (especially if you have additional classes you're taking at the same time.) Also, participate in class if you can; this will help a lot, too.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
EN102
Grade: B+
Feb 20, 2023
Would take again

This professor wants her students to succeed, kind hearted and understanding. Be sure to turn in every assignment and this could be an easy A class. Amazing professor!

Participation matters
Caring
Respected
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

85%

Textbook Required

71%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 25 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (8)
A (6)
B (6)
Grade Distribution
A(14)B(6)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 31 reported grades
A+: 8
A: 6
B: 6
Not sure yet: 6
Common Tags
Caring (13)
Gives good feedback (10)
Respected (7)
Participation matters (7)
Clear grading criteria (5)
Inspirational (5)
Get ready to read (4)
GRADED BY FEW THINGS (3)
Rating Trend

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+0.18 avg change
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Ratings by Course

EN107

5.0

(1)

EN223

5.0

(1)

EN190

5.0

(1)

INTROLITE

5.0

(1)

EN001

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

INTROLITE

4.0

EN201

4.0

EN209

3.0

101A

3.0

EN235

3.0

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