Yesterday, I attended a briefing on ELPPT 2.0. Why does it call as ELPPT 2.0? It is the latest version of ELPPT. The ELPPT 1.0 is the one being used since its implementation back in 2009. So, what is new on the latest ELPPT aka ELPPT 2.0? Well, to be honest, there are lots of differences. I am still struggling to understand it well.
But this is a adjustment phase for me. Like a person who just learning how to ride a bicycle, I might have difficulty to balance myself but I believe that as long as I am willing to learn and allow myself to make mistakes (and not worry too much about it), In Sha Allah I will become proficient.
One of the big differences is the 10% marks which exclusively will be given and approved by the administrator (dean/chair/director). The way I see it, it is a means to reinforce certain behaviour which might not necessarily will contribute to healthy culture in academia. But, if it is used accordingly with integrity and ethics in mind, it could be a powerful way to reward others.