In the Philippines, students have found a creative way to reduce the stress of exams and prevent cheating by designing and wearing funny “anti-cheating hats.” Schools like Bicol University College of Engineering and Batangas State University – Lobo Campus have embraced this practice, asking students to craft headgear that limits their ability to see others’ papers during exams. While the hats were originally intended to be simple, students have gone above and beyond, creating elaborate and humorous designs that reflect their personalities. Professor Mary Joy Mandane Ortiz expressed her delight at the students’ creativity, noting how these hats transformed a stressful experience into something more enjoyable, fostering a positive atmosphere during exams.

Similarly, Professor Angelo Ebora encouraged his students to design anti-cheating hats with an agricultural theme, leading to various inventive creations. Some students kept it simple, using cardboard boxes, while others crafted intricate designs, such as a Chainsaw Man mask or a crocheted hat. Ebora shared images of his students’ work online, praising their enthusiasm and the effort they put into the project. He was particularly impressed by how seriously the students took the task, which added a fun and lighthearted element to the exam process, helping to ease the pressure and anxiety that often accompany tests.