The intense focus on research over teaching is not unique to the Philippines and has become a global trend. Universities worldwide strive to publish extensive research to improve their global standing and reputation. This trend has created global competition for recognition and a higher slot in the World University Ranking. In this context, publishing research, particularly in Scopus-indexed journals, is incentivized by the financial rewards it brings. However, this 'publish or perish' policy can lead to problems for state university academics, where failure to meet publication requirements can prevent them from getting tenure.

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