3.7

Susan Oldfather

Behavioral Sciences - Broward College (all campuses)

3.7
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
67%
Would Retake
88
Reviews
3.7
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
3.7
Clarity

67%

Would Retake

88

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Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

She is friendly but dry, and must read the syllabus, use the book and also be prepared

GEA2000 - 1.0 rating

If you don't want to learn geography, this class is for you

GEA2000 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

70%

Textbook Required

87%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

B+

83% confidence
Based on 11 grades
Most common grades:
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A (4)
A+ (2)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 11 reported grades
B: 4
A: 4
A+: 2
C+: 1
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Amazing lectures (1)
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Reviews (88)
5.0
3.0
GEA2000
Jun 8, 2001

No doubt, she's a flake, but still a GREAT professor. Knows her shit.

4.0
2.0
GEA2000
May 10, 2002

pretty easy class, if you cant get a A or B here you better just drop out.

3.0
1.0
AMH2010
Sep 12, 2003

Very easy course. Not too helpful after class. People I know all got an A in her class.

1.0
1.0
GEA2000
Sep 24, 2003

No Comments

5.0
3.0
AMH2010
Jul 2, 2005

She tells american history like a story. Great teacher. she is very smart and clear. i loved her class and would love to be in her class again.

5.0
3.0
GEA2000
Aug 2, 2005

Taught very clearly and percise never once was not understandable. Gave great study tips and tests were exactly to the point.

5.0
2.0
GEA2000
Aug 12, 2005

Great teacher! Very clear and helpful. She is very smart and fair. Would take her class again if I could.

5.0
1.0
AMH2010
Sep 14, 2005

It's almost like going back to "Story-time" as a little kid again. She makes history very interesting. Explains everything clearly and succintly and her tests are direct with no trickery.

5.0
1.0
GEOGWRLDHIS
Dec 13, 2005

Sometimes like to talk alittle much, but great teacher, doesnt leave anything out test are str8 forward. Great professor highly recommended (anyone who is not interested in the class may have a hard time)

3.0
3.0
GEA2000
Dec 16, 2005

I had a hard time following along in the class. For me the tests weren't that cut and dry. Personal opinion.

5.0
3.0
GEO2000
Dec 28, 2005

very organized and helpfull. very clear.

5.0
1.0
EUH1000
Feb 23, 2006

She has a way of drawing you back in time and showing you history. Her classes had a sitting around the campfire telling stories kind of feel. Her tests were straightforward . . she does have a review so you have an idea of what is on the test. Take her . . I made a B (my fault) it should have been an A.

5.0
3.0
AMH
Apr 19, 2006

Professor Oldfather is a fascinating teacher. She gives very good lectures. You have to study and keep up with the reading in this class, if you do you will pass easily. Professor Oldfather is very clear on her test reviews. I recommend this teacher.

5.0
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GEO
Jun 12, 2006

Great prof., knows geography and gives great lectures. Do not walk in late and go to all her classes, you will get an A.

5.0
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AMH2010
Jun 16, 2006

One of the best Social Science teachers at BCC. Don't ever miss any class days when she is reviewing for a test, because she will cover about 90% of whats on the test. She hates people who talk while she is and people who show up late to class. Pretty ease on attendence, but if you miss alot of days, she won't cut you much slack. Great Teacher!!!!!

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Aug 10, 2006

One of the best professors here at BCC. Cute eyes. Knows her stuff well and i think she has been to every single country in this world. Great stories. One of the few classes where you study your study guide like 15 minutes before the test and get a 96 or 97. Excellent teacher.

5.0
2.0
GEA2000
Oct 3, 2006

She is very nice and is very clear with all of her lectures. She is always available for help and her class can be interesting sometimes. She knows a lot.

5.0
3.0
GEA2000
Oct 25, 2006

she's very nice and has good intentions. don't get up in the middle of class, she hates that! let her know before class if something is going on. her tests take a lot of memorization but cover all the notes, which we take a lot of from powerpoint. a little boring but nice.

5.0
4.0
EUH1000
Dec 30, 2006

Only 4 test! No homework, kinda dissapointing because I messed up one test and it messed up my whole grade. No need to buy books, you have to write a novel in each class...her notes are sooo long!

4.0
2.0
AMH2010
Apr 11, 2007

Her class is very easy, but she is too boring. She is very smart, that is a fact. She has history hardwired into her head. She can lecture for hours about facts, and dates, and never look down at a notes or anything. If you want tot be a history major, she is your key. WARNING!!! Stay awake! or get dirty looks...

5.0
2.0
GEA2000
Apr 17, 2007

THIS CLASS IS SOO EASY i TOOK IT JUST FOR AN ELECTIVE CREDIT. THE NOTES ARE EXACTLY WHATS ON THE TEST AND SHE ALSO GIVES A STUDY GUIDE THAT IS EXACTLY LIKE TO TEST

4.0
3.0
GEA2000
Apr 26, 2007

Good teacher, very nice. Tests are tricky because you think she's just talking to be talking but some of the stuff she says will be on the test. Don't buy the book.

4.0
3.0
AMH2010
May 2, 2007

Professor Oldfather is one of the nicest teachers here at BCC. We took a lot of notes from powerpoint. She knows a lot about history. Read the book, it may help u out a lot. Take notes on what she says. Sometimes in her tests its not all based on the notes she gives but on what says too. Tests can be a little tricky just make sure you study.

4.0
2.0
GEA2000
May 9, 2007

She's real nice and easy to understand her class. May have a lot of powerpoints to note on but studying is helpful to pass the tests. Keep up the work. Thanks again.

5.0
3.0
GEA2000
Aug 9, 2007

She's been around the world almost twice, so she brings alot of personal stories. She's a very nice teacher and ALWAYS willing to help. She doesn't even need the notes, she knows everything. Alot of notes, but helpful. Take her ... if you like to study!

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Mar 4, 2008

Made mistake of taking this as independant study. Couldn't learn material on my own. However, before tests, she would review the material. Really vibrant and well spoken, excellent knowledge. I learned more in her 1 hour review than 4 weeks of independant study. Ended up barely passing most tests with "D", she curved me to "C". Take full-time!

5.0
3.0
GEO2370
Jun 10, 2008

She is very nice. This was the first time Consevation of Natural Resources was offered at North campus. The book was boring, but I was told they will be using a different book in the future. The class was relevant to current world issues. My favorite part of class was when she shared the stories of her travels.

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Jun 22, 2008

The most well spoken teacher I've had. She was great! Loved, loved her class. I learned a lot from her. Very recomended

4.0
2.0
GEO2370
Aug 13, 2008

She is very nice, and she enjoy teaching this class... actually I Think this class should be mandatory because we can learn a lot of things to improve our natural resources!

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Aug 25, 2008

Great teacher! she has traveled the world many times. only 4 tests in the class. keeps students in class up until last second before class is over. do not skip her class!

1.0
4.0
GEA2000
Oct 2, 2008

If you really want to fail and struggle to get a good grade? Then take this very ANAL, BORING! Professor! Her exams are not fair (At least the map portion) WARNING! She gives an overload of information, and some of that information is not on the exam! She expects you to remember exactly what she SAID in class! Overall a very bad professor!

1.0
5.0
GEA2000
Oct 2, 2008

She dose not care about her students the just throws MASSIVE information at you and you must know all of it because ?you don?t know what she will put on the test? she might seem nice but she can be rude! Her study guides are not clear and she basically gives you random information and you have to figure out what YOU Think is important to study for

5.0
2.0
GEA2000
Nov 14, 2008

Don't know what the 2 below comments are about, but that is NOT true. Prof. Oldfather is a great teacher, but you need to also do some work on your end! This is college, everything is not going to be spoon-fed to you. As long as you go to class, LISTEN TO HER, take notes, and study, you will get a very good grade. She knows her stuff, too!

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Nov 15, 2008

easy class as long as you actually attend and study. Take good notes. Sometimes she does give notes on stuff that won't be on the test, but everything on the test she has gone over in the lectures. Like I said, really easy as long as you come to class and study!

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Nov 18, 2008

this class is a lot of fun! she always keeps the lectures interesting and tells us about her trips around the world. She really knows the material. You will learn a lot from her. Attendance is a must, you will not do well if you don't come to class. Take good notes and study for the tests. You will find yourself with an easy A!

5.0
2.0
GEO2000
Dec 3, 2008

She is super nice! she has been EVERYWHERE in the world// she can tell you lots of interesting things about the place on first-hand experience. If u show up and take notes from the slide s u'll pass easily!

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Dec 8, 2008

she is a great teacher. she has been to many places so as she is teaching she can show live pictures. her lecture are clear and understanding. if you are a note taker go for it. but if you can remenber what you heard from a lecture she will be fine for you.

1.0
5.0
GEA2000
Dec 16, 2008

This professor sucks, overload of information (both irrelevant and relevant), map I.D. on her test have to be precise (but the areas to label are so small) this professor sucks! If you want to fail or have a hard time tying to pass, then sure take her! You will see!

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Dec 19, 2008

Ok seriously, if you failed this class it's your own fault!! I just took this course and got an A, easily. Everything in the notes is on the tests. Many people didn't come to class, and if you don't come to class, don't expect to pass! Take notes and study, and you will do fine. Very interesting class, too, if you pay attention! Highly recommended!

1.0
5.0
GEA2000
Dec 20, 2008

Sorry just not a good professor!

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Dec 22, 2008

She was an excellent teacher, she's been around the world a million times and her stories are great. Tests were easy as long as you study. Obviously if you don't take notes and study, you won't pass, it's as simple as that. Take this class, you will not be disappointed!

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Jan 17, 2009

This class was great! Very very easy. The tests were so easy if you take notes. I never opened the textbook once, so don't buy it for this class! Well, if you plan on missing a lot of classes, then buy the book because everything in her notes is in the tests. Otherwise, just take notes and you will guarantee yourself an A.

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Mar 24, 2009

One of the most interesting classes I have ever taken! I learned so much about the world thanks to this class. It should be a required class. Don't buy the textbook, all the test Q's come from her notes (take good notes!) she shows pictures from her trips which supplement the lectures. Great class, highly recommended!

1.0
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GEA2000
May 12, 2009

did not really enjoy this professor, she could be a bit more clear on what exactly she needs us to know for the exam, be prepared for a lot of information and maps to memorize, sweet lady, just did not flow good.

5.0
2.0
GEO2370
May 3, 2010

Very sweet lady. Pretty helpful. Learned a lot in this class. If you read, and take notes and follow the study guide for the test you are sure to pass.

3.0
3.0
GEA2000
May 10, 2010

Nice professor. dont need the book, if you take good notes. I barely even opened my book. Class is easy only consists of 4 tests. No matter how hard i studied there was always a few problems i didnt know which left me with a B in the class. Easy class though, and nice lady!

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Jul 8, 2010

she is so great, i love the way she teaches, she is very sweet. i feel like she's reading me a book everytime she teaches lol... such a nice lady... has traveled a lot, shows great pics of her trips, 4 tests that are not that hard if u study, i personally loved even studying the subject... my fav class ever :)

5.0
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GEO2000
Dec 15, 2010

Great professor!!!!!!!!!!!!

4.0
3.0
GEO2000
Dec 15, 2010

Great teacher,however she could've been more clear on what we need to study. Dont buy the book because you wont need it.

5.0
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AMH2010
Dec 16, 2010

Easy Class and nice teacher. Gets super mad when someone gets up to use restroom during class. Also, during tests, you aren't allowed to leave while other tests are out. No big deal, but as someone with anxiety thought I should mention! Beyond that, easy quizzes, book not used.

4.0
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GEA2000
Dec 19, 2010

good class. plan on taking A LOT of notes if you want to do good on the only four test! study guide is given before the test but there was always a few questions that weren't on the study guide. she makes it interesting because she has actually traveled the world and knows her stuff from experience. very nice teacher.

2.0
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AMH2010
Mar 23, 2011

This is by far a very difficult class. Not only is the class hard but the teacher was not helpful at all. The book is required to do well in this class which consists of six exams,with 25 questions. The only other assignment you have is a writing paper. YOU MUST do well on the exams or your grade will suffer!! Best of luck to those who take her:)

5.0
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GEA2000
May 10, 2011

One of the best professors hands down. Extremely down to earth and very knowledgeable with having traveled all around the world. I really enjoyed her lectures and stories, just make sure you do your work and study. Highly recommend

5.0
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GEA2000
May 15, 2011

Great teacher. I wouldn't say an easy class if you don't know much about the world, but still passed with an A. Never opened the textbook but never missed a class. A lot of the test questions come from lecture, not book. Grade depends on 4 tests ONLY. If your not a decent test taker this is not for you. No extra credit or writing assignment.

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Oct 17, 2011

Excellent professor! Extremely clear, and actually teaches you! She's been to many countries, and knows what she's talking about. 4 EXAMS, THEY COVER STRAIGHTFORWARD THE MATERIAL COVERED. HONEST IN GRADING SCALE. MAKES YOU LEARN!!!!

4.0
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GEA2000
Dec 14, 2011

OK, SHORT AND TO THE POINT, VERY VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE WOMAN. SHE HAS BEEN ALL OVER I LEARNED A LOT!! BUT NO EXTRA CREDIT, 4 TESTS GIVES A WORD BANK FOR STUDYING,TAKE NOTES ON EVERYTHING NO MATTER WHAT SHE SAY THIS IS COLLEGE BUT I KNOW MOST PEOPLE WANT EASY THIS IS NOT EASY!! THOSE WHOSE MAJOR IS GEA/GEO TAKE HER DO THE WORK! I WAS ONE FEW WHO GOT A

5.0
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GEA2000
Dec 18, 2011

The four tests comes from all her lectures, TAKE NOTES!! This class is not easy, you have to put attention and study a lot!! i wished she gave more assignments, however i ended up with a B!

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
May 5, 2012

She has a good teaching habit in world geography! She also travels everywhere! You must take notes on all the powerpoint and everything she explains to you. She offers a study guide, and although her test comes from her notes, it's recommended that you buy the book just incase you want to see maps and have a clear understanding on what you learn.

3.0
3.0
GEA2000
May 24, 2013

Shes traveled alot and can sometimes be interesting but most of the time not really. Powerpoint is used but the note she gives does not answer alot of the questions thats on the test so make sure to read your text book. The only grades you receive are test grades.

5.0
2.0
GEO1000
Jul 13, 2013

What can I say?? I love her. She really knows her stuff. She very very passionate about the subject. Has zero tolerance for rude people and No cellphones!! She will embarass you. Gives study guides. Pay attention in her lecture, read the book and study hard. You will get an A. I did. :)

1.0
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AMH2010
Jul 25, 2013

This is the worst class I have taken. She isn't clear on what to study. Please do not take her for your own good.

4.0
2.0
GEA2000
Jan 5, 2014

*PLEASE READ, ACCURATE REVIEW* I went in not knowing anything about geography and got A's on all tests. Do not buy book. Only four tests, Only four grades. Take notes on not only powerpoint but on her lecture as well and study that and the study guide and you will do great !!!! She knows literally everything about the subject and is very passionate

4.0
2.0
GEA2000
Jan 5, 2014

Do not be late and do not use your cellphone. She has interesting stories and is very helpful. No need to buy book, she may refer to it but you don't have homework and all test questions are from her lectures and notes. Don't believe the mean reviews, Easy class if you pay attention !

1.0
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GEA2000
Apr 23, 2014

She is a nice lady, but can be difficult sometimes. She infuses a lot history for a geography class. Too many tests. She is very negative about the world out there (South America for example). Her voice is very low. Sit on the front row if you take her. That's it!

2.0
5.0
GEA2000
May 1, 2014

Just finished taking her course this winter. She is ok, but too many quizzes and also a paper. I love geography, but with her was not fun. I got an "A" because I love the subject and learned most by myself. Best if you take her class.

1.0
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GEA2000
Jun 24, 2014

If you don't want to learn geography, this class is for you. Busy work. Geography should be fun and with a lot visuals. Geosciences are visual. PowerPoints are not fun and the infusion of historical stuff make you think you are in a history class not in a geography class. She is a nice instructor, but she needs to update herself.

1.0
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GEA2000
Oct 20, 2014

Not much to say. She is friendly but dry, and must read the syllabus, use the book and also be prepared.

5.0
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GEA2000
Nov 26, 2014

She gives review sheets and maps of what she will be asking on the test, and goes from there. I don't think you can get more than that. Must take definitely.

1.0
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GEA2000
Nov 28, 2014

Gives reviews but you must use the book for the reviews and the blanks maps will be on the test. Must learn to locate places on blank maps using the book and atlas. If you don't study and is not prepared you will fail. Ok class!

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GEA2000
Dec 6, 2014

Just finished her course. Long lectures, and not attractive PowerPoints. Classes can be a torment. Get ready to read and use the book. I wish she concentrated more on geography (she gets out of topic all the time). Take someone else if you can.

3.0
3.0
AMH2010
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2014

I had Prof. Oldfather for this class 2 terms ago & her lectures are long, PPTs aren't the greatest. If you turn essays wevery test it counts as extra credit. If you readtake noteslisten to reviews you WILL pass. Taking her for World Geo in Win2015 term & I know I WILL pass her class

3.0
2.0
492419
Grade: C+
Jan 3, 2015

I can say she is okay! The lectures are long. Her voice is very monotone, slow, and soft which makes you doze off sometimes. Luckily I've had several students in the class that would "Wake it up" a little, so the topics about geography and people were a bit interesting. The ambiance of the class is very quiet. BE THE GEO. OUTSPOKEN STUDENT!!!

1.0
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GEA2000
Grade: B
Mar 28, 2015

I would say she is ok but not friendly. Very low voice. I wish she made the class more interesting. PP are ok but not the best. Tests and essays are part of the course. Must like to read. The book is very important and also the atlas (they are required).

3.0
3.0
AMH
Apr 3, 2015

I took Oldfather for AMH. Her powerpoints aren't the best and neither are her review sheets. All of the information she provides is from what she says in class, none of it is in the powerpoint or review sheets. I studies a lot and I got a C in the class because it was hard to keep up with everything she says. She is a little funny though

1.0
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GEA2000
Apr 9, 2015

Hard to understand and listen to. Low voice and also too much information. I wish she was nicer and help the students. You still can take her, but no easy ride with this instructor. No cell phones in her class.

1.0
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AMH2010
Apr 26, 2015

she is the worst teacher ever ,dont take her

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
Apr 27, 2015

This was a blended learning class so we only had to be in class once a month to take the actual test, but she gives you chapters to read and maps to complete. The maps are on the test and so is the content of whatever she makes you read. BUT she does a great review right before each test, so pay attention, expect homework and you'll do fine!

5.0
1.0
AMH2010
Apr 27, 2015

I don't know why many people are complaining about her. She was an amazing teacher. Her quizzes wasn't hard plus she gives study guides. Final was also in the form of a quiz. All you have to do is pay attention to her lectures and take notes. You will actually learn something!

2.0
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GEA2000
Grade: B
May 1, 2015

Could be a great class if she stop talking bad about other regions and saving North America and Europe from it. Well Ms. all regions have good and bad sides. Take someone else if you can.

5.0
1.0
GEA2000
May 7, 2015

She is amazing. Read the book and pay attention in class and you will get an A. I learnt tons in her class!

1.0
5.0
GEA2000
Grade: A
May 7, 2015

Just slow and not interesting. Too many historical stuff for a geography class. She would be good teaching high school. She needs to speak louder. Geography is not her thing. Good luck! I learn mostly by myself.

1.0
5.0
AMH2010
Dec 15, 2015

Ms. Oldfather doesn't really teach and is very monotone. I would take someone else and avoid her

1.0
5.0
GEA2000
Grade: B
Jun 29, 2016
Wouldn't take again

If you want a class that is slow motion and not much going on this class if for you. Took her last spring. Her class was very tedious. Test are kind of hard and book must be used. Good luck!

5.0
3.0
GEA2000
Grade: A+
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Really nice profesor, be sure to takes notes of everything she says if you want to get an A, you will get 20 extra credits in assigments.

5.0
2.0
AMH2010
Grade: A
May 19, 2017
Would take again

Show up, take note and listen to her lecture and u will pass. Don't forget to do the essay, they are short and pretty simple. You don't have to read a lot from the book but you will need it to do the short essay. Her test are easy if you pay attend her lecture. She'll drop 1 lowest test grade.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
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GEA2000
Grade: A
Jul 5, 2017
Would take again

The best teacher dont listen to all those bad comments. I barley study and got an A super easy class

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
4.0
3.0
GEA2000
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2017
Would take again

Ms. Oldfather is very thorough and knowledgeable when it comes to lectures. Abit monotone a times and if you don't have the patience it can drag on, and there's barely any homework if at all. Anything that falls on her tests is covered in her lectures and if u take good notes you don't even need the book, I didn't use it and still got an A.

Tests? Not many
Clear grading criteria
Would take again
4.0
2.0
GEA2000
Grade: A
Apr 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

You have to take notes to be able to do the study guide and test. She would get off topic a lot though and that bothered me a lot because I would be confused about what she's trying to say or I would just end up distracting myself. If you study the guide you'll get an A.

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Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

70%

Textbook Required

87%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

83% confidence
Based on 11 grades
Most common grades:
B (4)
A (4)
A+ (2)
Grade Distribution
A(6)B(4)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 11 reported grades
B: 4
A: 4
A+: 2
C+: 1
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GEOGWRLDHIS

5.0

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EUH1000

5.0

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GEO

5.0

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GEO1000

5.0

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GEO2000

4.8

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AMH

3.0

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2.8

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2.5

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