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In a school full of accomplishments diminished by their exceptional context, finishing Computer Science 50 is a rare, acknowledged standard of excellence. We witness our peers slaving for days over problem sets in the dining hall, and marvel at their commitment to one introductory class. However, in coming semesters, finishing...
Another student, who has worked as a TF for CS50 and also asked for anonymity, said he was cautiously optimistic about the grading change, though he still has many concerns.
But he added that the changes to the grading scheme will make many “skeptical as to whether [CS50 is] a serious course anymore.”
Vinay A. Trivedi ’13, who said he is considering concentrating in economics or philosophy, said that he was initially excited when he heard about the grading change, because it meant he would be able to take the class without having to worry about it significantly increasing the...
Knowing that the grading change is uncertain, however, Trivedi said, “It definitely makes me question whether I will take the class or not.”