The “C” Student Average An Average Student

The “C” Student Average

An Average Student

Part 1

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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.

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.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement 

“When I do good, I feel good. When I do bad, I feel bad.”

Abraham Lincoln

This Statement is true. There are times when you do good things and they make you feel good inside. Not only are you affecting yourself in a positive way, but others as well. When you do bad things, at the time you do them, they might seem like a good thing, but afterwards, you really start to feel bad. You also harm the others around you by doing this. I myself, remember when I remember one day I was at the grocery store and was buying things with my dad. In the line, I noticed a lady having trouble with her bags, without saying a word, I proceeded to help the lady out. She thanked me afterwards and I really did feel good inside.

“A” Student Profiles

“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 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 some combination. These gifts are evident to the teacher and usually to other students as well.

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

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“A” Students Profiles Part 1

“A” Students Profiles

Part 1

Source: The teaching Professor. Paraphrased from John 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 distinguish between an “A” student and a “C” student. 

 Where do you fit in this scheme?

The” A” –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. PREPARTION: “A” students are prepared for class. They always read the assignment. Their to detail is such that they occasionally can elaborate on class examples.

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

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

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