It is all in the attitude and approach to the class. If teens do not take notice of the early warning signs, before they know it they are in danger of failing and one step closer to failing.
Do These Excuses Sound Familiar?
The list of ten early signs is a warning that you are not taking the right attitude towards your class. Watch for these warning signs. If you often make these types of comments or have such thoughts, it is a hint that you may be heading towards danger.
– Always feel that the course covers too much material.
– Not agreeing with the teacher’s comments and not trying to respect the teacher.
– You start the class with the expectation that you are entitled to a good grade.
– Making the excuse that topics covered in class were not on the exam or vice-versa.
– You complain that the teacher expects too much participation in class. You think that completing the assignments alone is enough for a good grade.
– You are always complaining that the class lectures are boring.
– You are upset that you study for hours and think that high school credits should consist of a few hours of work per week.
– You claim that you know the material but just do not perform well on exams.
– You do not have time to study. Your priorities are wrong.