Ask Annabell

Annabell,

I have a student who is so unmotivated to do his work. He just sits and spaces out and when he works, it is slow. How can I help this student see how important it is to learn?

Yours,
A Concerned Teacher



Dear Concerned Teacher,

There are a couple of ways to get this student motivated.

1) Have you called his parents to tell them whats going on, and ask if they can help on their end?

2) Make a list of why it is good to learn and get a good education.The list could include, it helps you get into college, you can get a better job, also if you want to be in the army you need to pass a test on things you will learn in school.

Then, sit down with the student, just you and him and tell him your concerns and mention some of the things on your list. If these things don't work I suggest that you make a meeting with you, the student and the parents and discuss whats going on and what everyone can do to help out this situation. Good luck to all.

-Annabell