The New Year is one week in and students who didn't attend fall semester are preparing for Spring and Summer 2013. Many are still unsure of the process and need guidance to take that first leap. If your child or student seeks questions and receives an informed answer but still does not seem to know the next step, it may be a sign that they're not ready for a full course load and may need to take a class or two to prepare for full enrollment into a university.
Moving past the bravado of "I'm an adult" into humility with confidence is really the next step for those who show a bit of hesitation. If you get the, I'm not trying to "offend" you lingo from your student who has taken the "I need to verify what you say" approach-it could be largely due to the need for reassurance more than it is information. Don't be fooled by I look like I'm already an adult syndrome. It has made many students crash in the first semester. Instead counter this lack of confidence with now that you have gotten several answers what's your next step. On Monday what will you do? In fact what's your plan for the month to prepare for "your" college experience. Having an answer is great but following through is awesome. These things will tell you just how ready they are to handle college and the university student life as a full time job.
Been through this before with your teen and have some insight? Share your experience, suggestions or advice here.
Moving past the bravado of "I'm an adult" into humility with confidence is really the next step for those who show a bit of hesitation. If you get the, I'm not trying to "offend" you lingo from your student who has taken the "I need to verify what you say" approach-it could be largely due to the need for reassurance more than it is information. Don't be fooled by I look like I'm already an adult syndrome. It has made many students crash in the first semester. Instead counter this lack of confidence with now that you have gotten several answers what's your next step. On Monday what will you do? In fact what's your plan for the month to prepare for "your" college experience. Having an answer is great but following through is awesome. These things will tell you just how ready they are to handle college and the university student life as a full time job.
Been through this before with your teen and have some insight? Share your experience, suggestions or advice here.
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