A point for discussion was the subject on ‘mass promotion’ of all students during the crisis. In a recent report, the presidents and heads of 75 local universities and colleges in the country “discouraged” the mass promotion of students during the coronavirus pandemic. Mass promotion in universities may be disadvantageous for students in need of numeric grades, such as those maintaining scholarships or aspiring for Latin honors. Some schools have decided on mass promotion. Is mass promotion a compassionate act during these trying times?

Source: Philippine Star May 03, 2020 16:00 UTC