Capping A grades at Harvard to curb inflation: Why faculty support comes with unease

Harvard faculty are cautiously backing a plan to limit A grades to 20% per course and introduce internal rankings, aiming to curb grade inflation. While supporters believe it addresses a systemic issue and protects grading autonomy, critics worry about narrowed definitions of distinction and increased student competition. The proposal heads for a faculty vote soon.

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