Vietnam's Education Reform: Navigating the Inflation and Deflation of Academic Grades
Vietnam's university grading system is facing challenges post-reform, with the conversion from a 10-point scale to a 4.0 GPA causing issues. Strict grading has led to low GPAs, raising concerns for students' international prospects. The disconnect with global standards and the creation of an overly competitive environment are key problems.
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