CITY, State (Fox News) — Harvard University professors reduce A grades to combat grade inflation

## Key Facts:
– Harvard University professors decreased the number of A grades given to students by nearly seven percentage points.
– The College urged instructors to combat grade inflation, resulting in a drop from 60.2% to 53.4% of A grades.
– A report released by Amanda Claybaugh found that over 60% of Harvard undergraduates received A’s compared to a quarter 20 years ago.
– Claybaugh emphasized the need to restore rigor in grading to uphold the academic mission.

## Conclusion:
Harvard University implemented measures to reduce grade inflation by decreasing A grades, following concerns that the practice was hindering the school’s academic mission. Recommendations for changes to grading policies will be presented and voted on by faculty.