ChalkFace has been following the discussion in the UK about “grade inflation,” where more and more students seem to be achieving higher grades. This has led to a proposed new framework to be adopted by UK universities.
Under this new framework students will need to “consistently demonstrate” exceptional initiative and problem-solving skills to be awarded first-class honours in their undergraduate degrees.
The framework is part of a new voluntary code on degree classifications, designed to address fears that universities have been guilty of inflating grades. The code also calls for universities to display detailed figures on the degree classes awarded, and explain any changes in the proportions awarded.
What do you think? Will this new framework adequately address grade inflation?
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