The “C” student

Average Student Part 2

CURIOSITY: “C” students seldom explore topics deeper than their face value. They lack vision and bypass interconnectedness of concepts. Immediate relevancy if often their singular tests for involvement.

3. RETENTION: “C” students retain less information and for shorter periods. Less effort seems to go toward organizing and associated learned information with previously acquired knowledge. They display short-term retention by relying on cramming sessions that focus on details, not concepts.

4. ATTITUDE: “C” students are not visibly committed to class. They participate without enthusiasm. Their body language often expresses boredom.

5. TALENT: “C” students very enormously in talent. Some have exceptional ability but show undeniable signs of poor self-management or bad attitudes.  Others are diligent but simply average in academic ability.

Choose the right!!!!!

PART 1

The “C” student An Average Student Part 1

Source: The teacher Professor. Paraphrased from John H. Williams, clarifying grade expectations, August/September, 1993 and Paul Solomon and Annette Nellon, communicating about the Behavioral Dimensions of Grades, February, 1996.

1.   ATTENDANCE: “C” students are often late and miss class frequently. They put other priorities ahead of academic work. In some cases, their health or constant fatigue renders them physically unable to keep up with the demands of high-level performance. They think it is ‘cool’ to be tardy because it makes them think they are big shots. Skipping class is another downfall for the “C” and failing students.

2.   PREPARATION: “C” students may prepare their assignments consistently, but often in a perfunctory manner. Their work may be sloppy or careless. At times, it is incomplete or late. They postpone doing home assignments in order to text friends, visit friends on Facebook, or send tweets to some of their followers. They take shortcuts to complete academic work. They are short-sighted because they can’t see the long range destruction of taking shortcuts. It never pays off.

 

CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!             

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Five keys to success are:

1.  Always choose the right

2.   Always listen to teachers

3.      Always get good grades

4. Always do good on a test

5.   Always study

statement #14

Student Success Statement

“When I do good, I feel good .

When I do bad, I feel bad.”

--Abraham Lincoln

What I think this statement means is that doing something bad will always make you feel guilty. And doing something right will always make you feel happy.

“A” Student Profiles

Part 2

Source: The Teaching Professor. Paraphrased from John H. Williams, clarifying grade expectations, August/September, 1993 and Paul Solomon and Annette Nellon, Communicating about the Behavioral Dimensions of Grades, February, 1996.

5. ATTITUDE:”A” students have a winning attitude. They have both the determination and the self-discipline necessary for success. They show initiative. They do things they have not been told to do.

6. TALENT:”A” students demonstrate a special talent. It may be exceptional intelligence and insight. It may be unusual creativity, organizational skills, commitment-or a some combination. These gifts are evident to the teacher and usually to the other students as well.

7. EFFORT:”A” students match their effort to the demands of an assignment   

8. COMMUNICATIONS: “A” students place a high priority on writing and speaking in a manner that conveys clarity and thoughtful organization. Attention is paid to conciseness and completeness.

9. RESULTS: “A” students make a high grades on tests – usually the highest in the class. Their work is a pleasure to grade.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

My hobbies are:

·      Writing

·      Math

·      Hanging out with friends

·      Video games

“A” student Profiles

Part 1

Source: The teaching professor. Paraphrased from John H. Williams, Clarifying Grade Expectations, August/ September, 1993 and Paul Solomon and Annette Nellon, Communicating About the Behavioral Dimensions of Grades, February, 1996.

Successful students can be distinguished from the average student by their attitudes and behaviors. Below are some profiles that typically distinguished between an “A” student and a “C” student. Where do you fit in this scheme?

 An “A” Student- An Outstanding Student

1.    ATTENDANCE: “A” students have virtually perfect attendance. Their commitment to the class is a high priority and exceeds other temptations.

2.    PREPARATION:  “A” students are prepared for class. They always read the assignment. Their attention to details is such that they occasionally elaborate on class examples.

3.    CURIOSTITY: “A” students demonstrate interest in the class and the subject. They look up or dig out what they don’t understand. They often ask interesting questions or make thoughtful comments.

4.    RETENTION: “A” students have retentive minds and practice making retentive connections. They are able to connect past learning with the present. They bring a background of knowledge with them to their classes. They focus on learning concepts rather than memorizing details.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!