The June agenda of the Academic Council covers several topics: 1) Concerns about Xavier University's grading system and students attaining academic goals based on a February survey. 2) Recommendations for improving transparency and defined grading policies, such as reminding teachers about consultation hours. 3) Suggestions for better integrating Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm values into daily classroom teachings, such as including reflection essays in exams.

1. June Agenda The Academic Council June 24, 2010

2. Background Concerns were derived from the Office of Research and Constituent Insight’s first general survey on academic concerns on February 2010 and the Student Academic Council. Some highlight data: 65% finds XU’s grading system reasonable. 79% say they are attaining their academic goals in Xavier U. You can view the entire report at http://csg.xu.edu.ph

3. Transparency/ Well defined grading System Some teachers are reported to have negative reactions if consulted about the students’ grades Do not religiously follow consultation hours set in the course outline Do not return quizzes

5. Enhance the already existing mechanisms for complaint and a culture of reasonable feed back