“A” Student Profiles Part 2

“A” Student Profiles Part 2

“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 1993.

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 teachers and 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 high grades on tests – usually the highest in the class. Their work is a pleasure to grade.