Chapter 9
"Students who don't feel noticed at school have a powerful temptation to stop going, especially if they think they can manage to pass their courses anyway." (165)
All too often I've noticed this happening. In my high school, those who were most likely to drop out were the quiet, unassuming students whom the teachers never paid any attention to. It only makes sense that students would want to stop coming to classes. If I showed up for work everyday without anyone noticing or appreciating my presence, I would be tempted to stop coming also. I think it's human nature to feel this way. Although many times teachers are too preoccupied with everything else like disruptive students and standardized tests, to make an effort with these students, it would really benefit everyone if they were to be noticed and included.
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go for it! and when times are tough and hectic with too much going on, don't forget these thoughts and make the time to do it again.
dr.theresa
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