Is this an easy A?
EasyA
82/100An A is very attainable with , and regular assignments, but it is not a pure no-effort grade.
Online evidence stresses weekly work and exam study, while attend and follow lecture materials.
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The decision
Key questions
Is this an easy A?
An A is very attainable with attendance, notes, studying, and regular assignments, but it is not a pure no-effort grade.
Online evidence stresses weekly work and exam study, while in-person evidence shows grades are easier when students attend and follow lecture materials.
Is the course easy?
The material is made approachable through clear lectures, notes, examples, and support, even for students nervous about science.
Online sections are clear but reading-based, while in-person sections feel more engaging and guided through lectures.
Is attendance flexible?
Attendance is usually not described as strictly mandatory, but students repeatedly say showing up is important for success.
In-person reviews strongly emphasize attendance and note-taking, while online reviews emphasize weekly participation instead.
Is this professor recommended?
Students strongly recommend her because she is clear, caring, engaging, and makes anthropology interesting.
Both formats are highly recommended, with in-person reviews showing especially intense enthusiasm.
Course guide
Grading
Lenient
82/100
Grading is described as fair and clear, with many A grades and several comments saying a good grade is easy if students do the work.
Format shift
Online grading is clear but requires weekly work, while in-person grading appears especially forgiving when students attend and prepare.
Workload
Light
78/100
Most reviews describe limited homework, manageable projects, and weekly work that is consistent but not overwhelming.
Format shift
Online reviews mention weekly homework, reading, and discussions, while in-person reviews more often call the workload small or manageable.
Teaching experience
Excellent
96/100
Students consistently describe her as funny, caring, organized, knowledgeable, and unusually effective at making anthropology engaging.
Format shift
Teaching is praised in both formats, with in-person reviews giving the strongest evidence for energetic lectures and personal support.
Assessment method
Balanced
58/100
Assessment appears to mix exams, weekly assignments, discussions, labs, and projects rather than relying on one single method.
Format shift
Online sections rely more on weekly reading, discussions, and exams, while in-person sections mention exams, group projects, and in-class work.
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Course format
Classroom format
High confidence · Best fit for Beginner Friendly
In-person reviews are extremely positive, emphasizing lively lectures, strong support, clear grading, and low-to-moderate workload.
Main concern
Students should attend, take notes, and prepare for exams because participation and lecture material matter.
What students said
“There is not much homework or reading, but showing up to class and taking notes (although attendance is not mandatory) is a big part of being successful in this class.”
“Participation is big in exchange for a small workload.”
“If you show up every day, take notes, and listen to lectures you should be good for exams.”
Remote format
Medium confidence · Best fit for Effort For Reward
Online reviews praise clear Canvas materials, weekly communication, and doable work, but they still require reading, discussions, and exam study.
Main concern
Weekly reading and discussion work must be kept up with consistently.
What students said
“This isn't an easy A per se because you do have to put in work but it is very doable.”
“Discussions every week, but they're really interesting.”
“Even though it's on online class you have to study for exams.”
Exam style
Reviews show clear and fair exams with study support, but they do not clearly prove open-book, closed-book, webcam, or proctoring policies.
Assessment risk
Standard
72/100
Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.
In-person reviews describe fair exams, mini-essays, study guides, and lecture-based preparation, but they do not clearly prove open-book or closed-book rules.
“The Exams are decently fun, consisting of a couple mini-essays and she gives you plenty of time.”
“Tests are fair.”
“Follow the study guides to a T and you should be golden.”
Online reviews mention clear exam directions, midterms, a final, and the need to study, but they do not clearly prove proctoring, webcam, Lockdown Browser, or open-book rules.
“exams have VERY CLEAR directions”
“We had 2 midterms and the finals.”
“Even though it's on online class you have to study for exams.”
Student evidence
Top student voice
“SHE IS THE BEST PROFESSOR I HAVE EVER HAD HERE! It should not even be a question whether to take this class with her or not.”
“Dr. S is a great teacher who is able to convey complex topics in a clear and concise way.”
“Highly recommend!”
“Overall, as long as you pay attention and do the work you will have a guaranteed A!”
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Data context
Analysis sample
35
Recent reviews read by the AI
35
Lifetime ratings
94/100
Evidence confidence
Credibility is high because 35 reviews span many years, include detailed comments, and show very consistent praise across both formats.
Inside 35 stored ratings
Reported outcomes
27 reported outcomes
A+ 6 · A 16 · A- 1
B 1
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Not sure yet 2 · Rather not say 1