This Teacher Had The Most Epic Way To Stop Students From Cheating, And TikTok Is Praising The Creativity

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Angelo E. Ebora is a licensed agriculturist who is currently working as a guest lecturer at Lobo Campus, Batangas State University in the Philippines. And, he recently went viral for sharing his students wearing what he calls "anti-cheating hats" in a TikTok video.

Students wearing homemade hats with extended flaps to prevent cheating during an exam, one hat styled like a grass block from Minecraft
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BuzzFeed spoke to Angelo, who said that while the concept of something like a hat to prevent cheating isn't new, he incorporated it into his agriculture course to boost his students' confidence in their creativity.

Person in a classroom wearing a large chainsaw hat while writing on a paper
Angelo E. Ebora

Each student created their own unique "anti-cheating hat," like this person who made an angry bird:

Students wearing cardboard masks of characters sit at desks in a classroom setting
Angelo E. Ebora

The "anti-cheating hats" also serve as an opportunity for students to make agricultural-related designs.

Person seated wearing a large hat with "Future Agriculturist" text
Angelo E. Ebora

According to the International Center for Academic Integrity, more than 60 percent of university students openly admit they cheat, so wearing the hats are a great preventative solution.

Angelo E. Ebora
Angelo E. Ebora

"My motivation for doing this is primarily for them to gain ‘additional points’ for their scores, without academic dishonesty. Additionally, I hope they understand that earning points through hard work brings fulfillment and encourages honesty as a sign of respect for those who dedicate time to studying and living honestly," he added.

Student in a plaid skirt and black shoes wearing a large bird head mask while seated and writing
Angelo E. Ebora

In addition, wearing the hats is entirely optional, according to Angelo. "They are intended for enjoyment/fun, and to ease the stress caused by exam pressure," he said.

Students wearing various handmade masks seated at desks outdoors during an event
Angelo E. Ebora

And, although they are optional, it appears nearly every student has decided to wear their hat:

Students sitting with books covering their faces, some wearing decorated hats, in an open-air covered area
Students sitting with books covering their faces, some wearing decorated hats, in an open-air covered area
Students in a hall taking an exam, one wearing a chicken head mask, others in varied hats
Students in a hall taking an exam, one wearing a chicken head mask, others in varied hats

Angelo E. Ebora

Seeing the students wear these hats makes Angelo happy and proud because he said it reminds them that learning can be enjoyable.

Students wearing paper box head coverings sit at desks taking an exam outdoors
Angelo E. Ebora

Each one is super creative and unique!!!

Students wear unique cardboard headgears while taking an exam outdoors for privacy
Angelo E. Ebora

Not to mention, the level of intricacy in most of the hats is unbelievable! Just ask the 4+ million people who watched Angelo's TikTok.

Students wearing cube and round masks at desks
Angelo E. Ebora

So, did you ever have to wear an "anti-cheating hat?!" If not, what did your teacher do to prevent cheating in the classroom? Let us know in the comments!

Students wearing face shields and various hats sit in a classroom setup with desks socially distanced
Angelo E. Ebora

(And special thanks to Angelo for sharing these super cool hats his students made. You can follow him on TikTok here.)

Three students wearing animal masks sit reading books outdoors, with one teacher supervising
Angelo E. Ebora