The Top Ten Reasons Students Fail
Students succeed or fail for very specific reasons. Over the past couple of semesters I have been able to track what these reasons are and develop a set of clear strategies that if followed will help every student succeed. You and I will be looking at these strategies throughout the entire semester.
But before I share them with you, I’d like to hear from you what you believe to be the top reasons students fail. If you cannot think of ten that’s okay, just share with us as many as you can.
So, what do you think are the top reasons students fail? In the next post, we’ll discuss what you think are the top reasons students succeed. Thanks and I look forward to your responses.
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Sharon Martinez 3:52 am on January 25, 2010 Permalink |
Lack of time, need to work, family issues, health problems, procrastinate, don’t take college seriously, move
Meaghan Lewandowski 1:06 am on October 11, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with everything you have mentioned. Along with health problems I would also include health related changes in life. This would include being pregnant for example, since I wouldn’t really consider that a health “problem”. I do agree that health problems would make students fail but I wanted to add the health changes. I know being pregnant myself makes it harder on me to do my school work and have the drive to get my school work done.
Logan Farmer 1:18 am on October 11, 2010 Permalink
Hi Meaghan,
Although I am not pregnant myself I can totally agree with you on the pregnancy point. A good friend of mine is about to have a baby and it is unbelievable how hard she has to work to get everythng done. Just the doctors appointments alone are very time consuming and piling school and work on top of being tired all the time already would be very exhausting. I really admire you for still pushing through and going to school!
Alex Martinez 1:06 pm on January 25, 2010 Permalink |
course load, lack of motivation, not keeping up with syllabus, time management, life, work, schedule, procrastination
Trent Kloter 8:13 pm on October 6, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with the point you made about the syllabus, im constantly checking whats due and what not. The syllabus is a vital piece of information that also goes along with being responsible!
Tammy J. Dever 2:28 pm on January 25, 2010 Permalink |
1. time management
2. focus on subject, they lose interest
3. money & bills
4. vehicle/ transportation
5. understanding of materials taught
6. only in it because they “have to be” not because they “want to learn”
7. bad attitude all around
8. organization
9. do not understand computer technology
10. forget about things
MyLinh Nguyen 5:23 pm on February 3, 2010 Permalink |
These are all true and happens to most of us from time to time especially if we don’t stay focused and are not careful.
Laura Gross 2:46 pm on January 25, 2010 Permalink |
Top Ten Reasons Students Fail
1. Lack of Understanding
2. Failure to read/follow through
3. Lack of sleep
4. Poor nutrition
5. Boredom
6. Poor financial planning
7. Not asking for assistance
8. Lack of dedicated time
9. Misuse of available resources
10. Fear
Kierra Burton 3:54 am on October 10, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with lack of understanding. If they don’t understand the course how do they expect to past.
brea vela 4:26 pm on October 11, 2010 Permalink
I completely agree with the misuse of avaliable resources. I myself am at fault with no using all the resources availablt to us as college students.
Haldo 3:26 pm on January 25, 2010 Permalink |
One of the reasons students fail is because of lack of discipline. Staying focused on school can be difficult if your working or have other issues going on in your life.
Laura Gross 6:15 pm on January 25, 2010 Permalink |
I could not agree more Haldo. Working full time, handling a household and child et al can create difficulty remaining focused.
Heather Brown 2:27 pm on October 5, 2010 Permalink |
I really think this is one of the top reasons why students fail.
Because if you are not focused on school, then you start to slide. Your grades drop and then you start to not want to even go to school and then next thing you know you’ve failed your courses.
Aurora 11:28 pm on October 6, 2010 Permalink |
I agree. I personally lack discipline and find it hard to get started on school work. I’m hoping this class can really teach me better ways to become a better student and overcome many of the difficulties I face when it comes to studying and doing my school work.
Emily Nummerdor 3:33 pm on January 25, 2010 Permalink |
There are many reasons why students fail, I do procrastinate that is why I am taking this course to help me become a better student. Some students don’t understand the course, maybe their parents forced them to go to college, their not interested, family matters, phyiscal or mental helth issues the list can go on and on.
Melissa Moore 8:48 pm on January 29, 2010 Permalink |
I also suggested that the student might not be ready to go to college, forced by parents, it definitely would cause the student to fail the class.
Laura Gross 5:39 pm on January 25, 2010 Permalink |
Emily:
Since I am over 21 I must say your inclusion of the parents forcing a student to attend college opens up an entire new set of reasons why students fail. I must remind myself of these when it is time for my child to attend school. Thank you for another point of view.
Michael Williams 3:27 am on January 26, 2010 Permalink |
Yes. This reason does open up an entire new set of reasons students have difficulty in school. We’ll address this a bit more later. Great observation!
Madel Melchor 8:46 pm on January 25, 2010 Permalink |
One of the top reasons students fail is because they are not prepared . It could be money issues or just alot of stress at home
Emily Nummerdor 9:44 pm on February 1, 2010 Permalink |
I feel the the financial responsibility is a great issue when it comes to attending college, some individuals are not ready or can’t afford to go to school, but there are alot of loans and financial aid available to those who qualify.
Keeli Thomas 8:51 pm on January 25, 2010 Permalink |
Top Ten Reasons Students Fail
1. Lack of Understanding
2. Failure to read/follow through
3. Lack of sleep
4. Poor nutrition
5. Boredom
6. Poor financial planning
7. Not asking for assistance
8. Lack of dedicated time
9. Misuse of available resources
10. Fear
Angel Arroyo 6:45 am on February 8, 2010 Permalink |
Boredom seems to play a major role as to why students fail. Research have shown that a lot of students are exhausted and bored of studying after graduating high school. Even so, some who where on top of their class have ended up failing and dropping out of college.
Travis Olsen 10:23 pm on January 25, 2010 Permalink |
1. Lack of interest due to subject material
2. Do not comprehend material
3. Poor time management
4. Poor prioritizing
5. Procrastination
6. Stress
7. Peer pressure
8. Lazy
9. Intimidation
10. Weak will power
Alisha Hernandez 11:44 pm on January 25, 2010 Permalink |
1.Procrastination
2. Lack of interest
3. Easily Distracted
4. Laziness
5. The Amount of work
6. Unorganized
7. Not enough sleep
8. Forgetful
9. Doesn’t know how to prioritize
10. Can’t manage time
I think i’ve done a few of these, but I’m more aware of how to fix most of these, still working on one or two! (:
Amanda Gonzalez 7:01 am on February 8, 2010 Permalink |
I completely agree with your reasons. I didn’t even think to put lack of interest, that’s a very good one because I can surely relate!
Mark 3:06 am on January 26, 2010 Permalink |
Lack of sleep
Lack of study
Lack of interest
Missed used time
Fear
Lazy
Dont understand
Dont care
Bored
Michael Williams 3:21 am on January 26, 2010 Permalink |
These are all great observations. As you may notice, we see lot’s of similarities between your responses. Could anyone identify the top 3 common answers or responses? That is, what are the top 3 answers to my original question?
Melissa Moore 8:51 pm on January 29, 2010 Permalink |
I read a lot of situations involving stress, laziness, and home life having to do with a student failing a class.
Karla Real 6:31 am on February 1, 2010 Permalink
Melissa, I agree all the way. Home life can get in the way of anyone. Personal problems will hit anyone unexpectedly.
Adriana Martinez 7:51 pm on October 9, 2010 Permalink
I agree as well stress from school, home, and even realtionships can get in the way from focusing on your studies, as a result of failing classes.
Gina Stapleton 3:37 am on January 26, 2010 Permalink |
1. lack of motivation
2. get to caught up in the “college lifestyle”
3. lack of time management.
4. lack of dedication
5. stress from work plus school.
6. get bored with it.
7. procrastinate all to often, causing poor grades.
8. don’t sechdule classes at times they will attend.
9. get bored with classes.
10. family emergencies
Samara Calinda 3:34 am on January 31, 2010 Permalink |
Your absolutely correct, having poor time management and procrastination can hender a students progress
Amanda Neal 1:12 pm on October 10, 2010 Permalink |
I absolutely agree with you that stress from work plus school is reason students fail!
Laura Gross 3:52 am on January 26, 2010 Permalink |
The top three responses appear to be
1. Lack of understanding
2. Dedicated time/lack of
3. Lack of sleep
Eileen 11:36 pm on October 8, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with you Laura the lack of time does play a big role. I personally work 43 hours a week and i am taking 5 classes this semseter. Being able to give all classes full attention is not always that easy.
I am running on 6 hours of sleep everyday. Sometimes i am to tired to do homework.
Yet i also think that other things play a big role as well for instance, not really carring about the class and only taking it to get the credit. having a child. not being able to manage time. or poor study qualities.
Ernest Grant 5:07 am on January 26, 2010 Permalink |
Top Reasons:
Lazy
Bad Time Management
Lack of interest
Tired
Not really connecting with the professor
Fear
I couldn’t really think of 10 without reiterating too much of what other’s said, but I feel that those are some of the top reasons.
Nicole Schuyler 5:24 am on January 26, 2010 Permalink |
The Top 10 Reason Students Fail
1.A Lower (Poor) Comprehension of Reading and/or Math/Arithmetic
2.School Resources,a lack there of; ie. Computers, Books – Amounting to ” Budget ” how the money is utilized?
3.Pressure amoungst their peers
4.One’s Self Worth and or Esteem, being a lack there of
5. Lacking Social Skills or Expression
6.Basic Motivation
7.Parenting- Are they around? Do they check your homework, Did they read aloud to you?
8.Sleep Deprivation
9.Mail Nutrition-Most important in the A.M.
10. Goal’s – Where, if any do YOU see yourself heading in life?
Yousef Andakali 3:13 pm on January 26, 2010 Permalink |
There are many possible reasons why students fail at college. I tend to think that a lack of organizational skills and carelessness are a major contribution. Students, who are just beginning college, do not realize the seriousness of their classes and do not properly organize their social, work, and class time. When students are put into a new environment, I feel, they are more interested in their surroundings such as, their new living conditions, the new roommate, dating, and drinking. Yes, students show up for classes but most of them are already thinking of what to do when they get out and are truly just not interested. Students who do not properly prioritize are setting themselves up for failure before their first year even begins.
Ernest Grant 12:55 am on February 1, 2010 Permalink |
I agree. The first year can be quite a shock for freshmen. It’s not high school of course, and when students are placed in such an environment that has the opportunity to offer so much freedom, they can easily become distracted.
William 7:41 pm on January 26, 2010 Permalink |
Top Ten Reasons Students Fail
1.Lack of dedication
2.Poor time management
3.Un able to follow direction
4.Family emergences’
5.Lack of Understanding
6.Poor health
7.Lack of sleep
8.Lack of interest
9.Fear
10.To many discretions
Yousef Andakali 6:00 pm on February 1, 2010 Permalink |
Your first two comments are very similar to what I have already posted. A lot of students who attend college do have a lack of dedication and poor time management. For some students, money is always an issue. Not all students can receive financial aid, scholarships, or have their parents to rely on and have to get one or two jobs. It can be very stressful trying to manage your time between work, classes, and having a social life, it can be very easy to get lost in.
Nicole Schuyler 10:56 pm on January 26, 2010 Permalink |
Top 3 most common answers received via student interpretation of Mr. Williams original question.
Note: Not be to repetitive of Laura, after a close examination my findings were very much a parallelism
1. Fear
2. Deprevation of sleep
3. Interest or Understanding, being a lack thereof
Melissa 1:15 am on January 27, 2010 Permalink |
I believe the reason a student can fail is unique for each one. Meaning every student’s life is different.
If the failing student has to work a lot to keep up with paying for school-etc, they could be failing because of a lack of sleep and attention span. If a student has a child, they could be failing because they’re distracted and cant concentrate with their crying child. Or, the student could be failing because they are not mature enough to realize that school is important and not put forth the effort. Some parents are so forceful with sending their kids to college that they dont realize the student is not ready and is not putting their full attention on their studies. And sometimes a student could just be struggling in the class and needs a tutor.
Laura Gross 1:15 pm on January 27, 2010 Permalink |
Melissa:
I like the fact that you pointed out the maturity level of a student. It is often overlooked in many ways. Excellent point.
Gina Stapleton 4:02 am on January 30, 2010 Permalink |
I believe this is true as well. Failing doesn’t have a set standard, each person’s situation is very unique. Stress of working and paying for school are very key componentants to failing now and days but so is having a child. You can’t assume someone failed out of college for their lack of effort.
Karla Real 3:48 am on January 27, 2010 Permalink |
Hello everyone. I believe, speaking from experience, there’s many reasons students fail. When you lose interest, focus, and care for a course, chances are you will fail. I think confusion can lead to frustration, and wanting to quit. But sometimes, life itself will get in the way of many. I got into a car accident one time, and I did not have a way of transportation. Unfortunately, I ended up losing my job and failing my courses due to the transportation situation. I’m sure many of the students who have failed had to deal with difficult personal situations life has thrown at them.
Karla Real 3:55 am on January 27, 2010 Permalink |
The top 3 common answers I noticed were: sleep, interest and time management.
Danielle Anslow 4:30 am on January 27, 2010 Permalink |
1.Procrastination
2.Poor time managment
3.Do not Study
3.Do not pay attention in class
4.Lack of interest
5.Illness
6.Personal Issues
7.Not organized
8.Cant focus in class
9.Cant connect with the proffesor
10.Does not have access to course materials
Candice Laurie 4:47 pm on February 8, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with everything you have on there about why students fail. I feel like some of those apply to me and I really need to start working on them.
Priscilla Yates 9:11 pm on February 9, 2010 Permalink |
Procrastination is definitely a problem for most students, myself especially.
daysha 3:24 am on October 4, 2010 Permalink
I really do agree with you on your top ten reasons why people fail
Danielle Anslow 4:36 am on January 27, 2010 Permalink |
The top 3 reasons I think students fail are
1.They do not study
2.They do not pay attention in class
3.They do not turn in assignments
Tammy J. Dever 3:03 pm on January 27, 2010 Permalink |
I will use myself as an example here, I attempted college in 95, and really wanted to try. But never took it seriously. I became pregnant and just never returned until now. I have another class that we have to work in a “team” environment and I feel now I have matured and WANT to learn, they don’t contribute. I feel as if without me, our team would come unprepared. SO in this example it has many of these similar answers all in one. (Life, time management, the want to learn, lack of interest, personal issues, money issues) so many more. Does anyone else have a story to share?
MyLinh Nguyen 5:54 am on January 28, 2010 Permalink |
I think it is very important to be serious about school, otherwise you have no direction, no focus, and no goals. I also left school and had babies and it’s been nearly 8 years since returning to school for me and I feel that I now have a new focus and am taking it more seriously. I really think it comes with maturity and a new motivation.
Lakisha Tibbs 3:10 am on February 7, 2010 Permalink
I have to agree with what you stated. I was a college student right after high school but I didnt take things too serious and i wasnt all that motivated. I was focused on my marriage and makin money. Now several years and three kids later I know where i messed up. I am far more mature than in the past and I am motivated because i need to succeed. It is even harder now than in the past though because i am a full-time student and a full-time mom
Bill Patton 8:18 pm on February 4, 2010 Permalink |
Hay Tammy I to will use myself as an example,
I never went to college I had a good job after high school, but the job market has changed so here I am, two kids, X wife and ——- years later starting my college career. Some might say I waited too long, but if I would have gone directly into college I don’t know if I would have had the drive or maturity to complete it, and probably would be studying something different. Most of the young kids just out of HS don’t care and don’t want to learn. To sum it all up, I think two years real life experience is worth at least 50 college credits! But that’s just my opinion.
shawn 3:20 am on January 28, 2010 Permalink |
laziness, dont understand the class work, not interested in school, poor sportsmanship, lack of intrest, personal problems, drugs, in it for the wrong reason they dont study, sickness
Samara 3:59 am on January 28, 2010 Permalink |
Ten Top Reasons Students Fail
1. Time Management
2. Lack Of Knowledge
3. Stress
4. Obligations
5. Fear
6. Attendance
7. Non- Compliance of Assignments
8. Lack of Dedication
9. No Moral Support
10.. Pressures of every day life activities
MyLinh Nguyen 5:52 am on January 28, 2010 Permalink |
Procrastination, personal issues, poor time management and organization skills, no attendance to class, doesn’t take advantage of learning resources, unmotivated, medical reasons, learning disabilities, lack of sleep, poor study habits.
Max Schornagel 10:46 pm on February 2, 2010 Permalink |
I definitely agree procrastination is a major reason why students fail. I’ve failed a couple classes for that reason. I still procrastinate, just not as bad as I used to.
Danielle Anslow 5:09 am on February 8, 2010 Permalink
Same here I have failed a few classes from procrastination and I still do it. I am trying to get out of this bad habit!
Lakisha Tibbs 2:50 am on February 11, 2010 Permalink
This is true for me as well unfortunately. I try not to but things get overwhelming too. I think the number 1 reason should really be an overload. students take a full schedule and it becomes too much along with all the things they already have to deal with outside of school.
Brannon L.Parks 6:41 am on January 28, 2010 Permalink |
I believe the top reasons college students fail are… Lack of drive alot of college students get into drugs and partingand they miss too much work or do the work badley. Another reason would be relationship problems weither it is fighting with a boyfriend / girlfriend or too busy tring to pick one up that they lose focus on what at hand. The bad things about these reasons is that alot of people over look them as school related problems. They enjoy these reasons too much that the person will make excuses and find them selves falling in attenedance and grade point avarage.
Emily Gardner 1:02 am on January 29, 2010 Permalink |
top ten reasons why college students fail in my opinon are;
1.new enviroment dont have parents telling you to do your homework.
2.orginization problems
3.family feuds
4.transpertaion problems
5. relationship(love) fights
6.for women maybe pregnancy.
7.partying to much.
8.Not going to class
9.not turning in assiments
10.health
Mitchell Stewart 3:28 am on January 29, 2010 Permalink |
The top ten reasons college students fail (no order)
less supervision
Poor time management
financial troubles
obligation to other priorities
misunderstanding of course material
lack of interest
Drugs and alcohol
Family or relationship problems
Social distractions
Stress
Dan Delgado 6:37 pm on January 29, 2010 Permalink |
Top ten reasons why i believe students fail:
1) they don’t show up for class
2) they have poor time management
3) stress
4) they don’t study hard enough or at all
5) drugs and/or alcohol
6) being in a relationship
7) family problems
8) not doing the homework
9) illness
10) computer is having problems
Max Schornagel 12:35 am on January 30, 2010 Permalink |
1. Lack of motivation
2. Lack of Interest
3. Not showing up for class
4. Poor time management
5. Family issues
6. Work issues
7. Not doing assignments
8. Procrastination
9. Partying
10. Not taking class seriously
Lydia Paul 1:44 am on January 30, 2010 Permalink |
Top Ten Reasons Why I Believe Students Fail:
1-Fear of failure
2-Lack of motivation
3-Personally illness
4-Family issues
5-Financial problems
6-Overloading theirselves
7-Partying and Illegal drug use
8-Not completing assignments
9-A job
10-Stress
daysha 3:29 am on October 4, 2010 Permalink |
I feel like stress is apart of everybody top ten cause it will take a toll on you
Haldo Lopez 12:10 am on January 31, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with you Lydia. I believe that all ten reasons are perfect examples of why students fail school.
Christopher Fillmore 7:18 pm on January 31, 2010 Permalink |
the top ten reasons students fail would be
1. study skills
2. not being organized
3. not motivated
4. peer pressure
5. not enough rest
6. not using the sources provided
7. not doing assighnments
8. a demanding job
9. kids school schedule
10. bad instructors
Josefina C. Smith 8:48 pm on January 31, 2010 Permalink |
I also agree with you Lydia. Every reason mentioned I think has affected most students at some point and time or another
Travis Olsen 8:51 pm on January 31, 2010 Permalink |
I feel the Top 3 answers to the original question would be:
1. Procrastination
2. Lack of understanding
3. No will power
Josefina C. Smith 8:54 pm on January 31, 2010 Permalink |
My ten reasons are: lack of interest in the subject. issues with the teacher. transportation problems. poor time management. family issues. stress. lack of sleep. procrastination. not wanting to attend class. no moral support.
I think the top 3 are:
1.Lack of Interest
2. Procrastination
3. Poor time management
Angel Arroyo 3:58 am on February 1, 2010 Permalink |
1. time management
2. lack of motivation
3. distractions
4. not showing up to class
5. not studying adequately
6. poor understanding of the subject
7. work
8. personal issues
9. family issues
10. financial problems
Amanda Gonzalez 6:29 am on February 1, 2010 Permalink |
1. procrastination
2. social life
3. learning disability
4. work
5. families
6. lazyness
7. drugs/ alcohol
8. sickness/ injury
9. financial problems
10. personal issues
Travis Olsen 9:39 pm on February 2, 2010 Permalink |
Good thinking on #7 Drugs/ alcohol. I never thought about that. I strongly agree with all of your reasons.
Amanda Gonzalez 6:58 am on February 8, 2010 Permalink
Thank you Travis. I thought, especially the way things are now in today’s society, that it was important to add this to the list. I also agree with your top three reasons.
Danielle Anslow 5:10 am on February 8, 2010 Permalink |
Lazyness had played a big factor in why I have not done my best in almost every class I have taken.
Amanda Gonzalez 6:51 am on February 8, 2010 Permalink
I have to admit it has been a big factor for me too, as well as procrastination, which is why it’s number one on my list.
Olivia Walker 2:25 pm on February 1, 2010 Permalink |
1. Skipping school
2. Anxiety
3. Slacking off – such as not doing assignments
4. Self Esteem
5. No goals
6. Not sure of what to do in life
7. Work
8. Money
9. Time Management
10. Procratination
Seth Adams 7:37 pm on February 1, 2010 Permalink |
1. Not prepared through high school, did not take serious and set self up for failure once starting college, course work in high school not demanding enough to get students prepared.
2. Lack of organization.
3. Not focused on assignments, doing enough just to get by.
4. Working full time.
5. Not attending class.
6. Not doing assignments.
7. Not asking for help when you do not understand.
8. Not taking school serious.
9. Overloading your schedule.
10. Not taking or not knowing how to take proper notes on class instruction.
victor rodriguez 2:32 pm on February 2, 2010 Permalink |
1. not prepared
2. no intrest
3. no goals
4. lack of attendance
5. juggling work and school
6. signing up for to many classes.
7. not doing homework
8. not asking for help when there is a lack of understanding
9. money
10. Procratination
Cierra Lewis 8:32 pm on February 2, 2010 Permalink |
1. Negative attitude towards learning.
2. Procrastination (I’m guilty…)
3. Lack of time
4. Not doing assignments
5. Not setting aside a sufficient amount of study time.
6. No motivation
7. WORK
8. Stress
9. Being irresponsible
10. Lack of proper skills/materials
11. Teachers lack of passion towards subject
Mitchell Stewart 12:05 am on February 6, 2010 Permalink |
I can see why you capitalized work. I work on a dredge boat and can work up to 80 hours a week which can make it difficult to get around to my assignments.
matt wilson 2:53 am on February 3, 2010 Permalink |
1. partying
2. jobs
3. relationships
4. procrastination
5. stress at home
6. lack of study time
7. missing class
8. taking school lightly
9. pregnancy
10. drug abuse
Alisha 2:12 am on February 5, 2010 Permalink |
I think that some things that affect how you do in school are preventable, and other things are not. For example, you can stop partying and doing drugs. You cant all the sudden decide you wish to be a millionare, so you dont have to worry about work, finding a baby-sitter, and fixing all of you money problems.
Tammy J. Dever 5:02 pm on February 3, 2010 Permalink |
there are so many reasons why, and we can all speculate..why not go from personal experiences…to what we have also seen in our lives…
I have seen alot, and done less than I really should have. In my other class, like I stated before we have to work as a “team” and I really enjoy that at work…
in class they dont put forth effort like I am, so the “lack of motivation” is definately there…they dont respond to emails to try and organize..they do not help with
projects. I work 50 hours a week and sometimes more, but its important to me. I did my “time for other things” and I had to learn this is what is important
for success.
I have a daughter who is 19 now, I am watching her try to decide if college is for her, its hard!
Jessica 3:30 pm on February 6, 2010 Permalink |
I agree college is very hard, work full-time, have a 2yr old, and i’m a wife, so trying to balance all of this is hard for me…i the end however, you are right abou the success needng to be the most important
Melissa Foley 11:35 pm on February 3, 2010 Permalink |
1. Time
2. money
3. fear of failure
4. Been out of school for a while
5. Just don’t know how to get started in school again
kcook17 10:31 pm on February 4, 2010 Permalink |
I’ll be honest: I’ve failed a course before. I can give reasons based on experience, and common sense.
1. Procrastination. This is the number one grade killer. I’ve already managed to procrastinate doing this assignment, and if I were to let it get even more out of hand, it would effect my grade directly. The quality of your work suffers when you have to rush to finish it before the deadline.
2. Not investing in necessary resources. I’ve gone through an entire course without purchasing the textbook before; while I did not fail the class, I did not achieve the grade that I desired. This could have been averted had I purchased the textbook.
3. Work. Not all reasons for failing are brought upon ourselves by ourselves.
4. Not speaking up. Students who don’t speak up about concepts that they are not quite grasping will ultimately drag in that area. Understand concepts and ideas is what helps us take in our studies and readings.
5. Social life. Everyone wants an active social life. However, when leisure activities are getting in the way of school assignments, you have to draw the line. We are all guilty of this.
6. Personal capabilities. Not everyone is capable of becoming a doctor. That is a hard truth to face. But, coming from first hand experience, if you put me into any trigonometry or calculus class, I am going to fail. Sometimes a student will pick a course in which the material will go in one ear and out the other; no matter how much he or she studies.
7. Lack of motivation. Not all classes are at the top of our lists of priorities. For example: a student might be taking a class to fill in their full-time status, making them less motivated to get an A in said class.
8. Not taking advantage of your surroundings. Study groups are an excellent way to learn material. I unfortunately started taking advantage of this only recently. My grades before studying with classmates were average; my grades after studying with classmates were above average.
9. Anxiety. I can tell you firsthand that I have accepted failing grades on assignments that I did not feel confident enough to present in front of my class.
10. Organization. Keeping calendars and checklists is a very effective way of keeping up with your school work.
Out of these 10 reasons, I believe the top 3 that contribute most to students failing are: procrastination, social life and not speaking up.
Olivia 1:24 am on February 9, 2010 Permalink |
I think you did a very nice job explaining your top 10. Your top 3 are also in my top 10 and I know that I have to work on all 3 of these.
Alisha 2:09 am on February 5, 2010 Permalink |
Top ten reasons students fail in my opinion and experience,
1.)Lack of Encouragement.
2.)low self esteem
3.)motivation
4.)Unable to comprehend work.
5.)Lack of studying skills.
6.)unable to concentrate on school work at home.
7.)lack of finances.
8.)transportation
9.)having to choose between working full-time and school.
10.)fear of starting new things.
kcook17 8:05 pm on February 6, 2010 Permalink |
Transportation is a great addition to the list. Nice one.
Michael Frerichs 4:17 am on February 9, 2010 Permalink |
Those are some good reasons that alot of people overlook, especially the unable to focus on school work at home.
Kesha 1:08 am on February 6, 2010 Permalink |
There are several reasons students fail. Some students fail because they are not motivated enough. Some reasons are far more complicated than that and some reasons are just crazy. Here are a few
lack of motivation poor study habits poor health/lifestyle too many jobs unorganized unclear priorities single parents unpleasant teachers that make students feel like they cant succeed and fear. Some people are scared to fail at things or try new things so they take the easy road and dont try at all so they can use it as an excuse (example a 60 on something in class and the excuse would be ” man I didn’t even try thats why I got that grade)
Jessica 3:26 pm on February 6, 2010 Permalink |
Top ten reasons students fail…..
1) Not enough family support
2) Motaivation
3) Stress
4) Unable to balance time with family and school
5) Transportation
6) Too much work
7) Not enough time for studying
8) Tired
9) Unable to pay for books/classes
10) No time for a social life
Lindsay Vinsick 10:26 pm on February 7, 2010 Permalink |
I didn’t put stress on my list but I definitely think its a major reason why students fail. A lot of people buckle under the pressure and give up.
Ana Silvia Gutierrez 2:53 am on February 7, 2010 Permalink |
1.Too many responsibilities.
2. Lack of maturity.
3. Indicisivines.
4. No family support.
5. Stumbling blocks such as drugs or alcohol.
6. Distractions.
7. Health problems.
8 .Lack of dicipline.
9. Lack of resources such as not being able to pay for books or other needs ect
10. Missing classes.
Christopher A Fillmore 3:09 am on February 8, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with you a lot of things you say are very valid.
shawn henry 6:37 am on February 7, 2010 Permalink |
laziness, too much partying, transportation, trouble at home, time failure, self esteem, money, goals drugs and just dont care
shawn 7:40 am on February 7, 2010 Permalink |
melissa i agree with you because some students may have been out of school for years. because their minds get stuck because they have forgotten alot of things. some people may not be able to afford school so they say forget it.
Lindsay Vinsick 10:12 pm on February 7, 2010 Permalink |
1. Time management (or lack thereof)
2. Lack of motivation/interest
3. Lack of discipline
4. Outside distractions (such as friends, drugs, alcohol)
5. Poor decision making
6. Health problems
7. Not having the materials needed (or finances to obtain said materials)
8. Fear of failure
9. Fear of success
10. Taking school lightly/not being serious about your education
Anthony Coy 4:13 am on February 8, 2010 Permalink |
I think the biggest problem I have to deal with is balance and time management. I have four kids and work 40+ hours at work. This is my first semester in school and just getting my time management down seems to be the hardest thing to deal with. Also, life balance is important. I’m learning to balance my work , wife, kids and school. It’s important that none of these areas do not get negelected.
Michael Frerichs 4:14 am on February 9, 2010 Permalink |
1. Other Obligations
2. Priority’s
3. Health
4. Emotional Problems
5. Frustration and Stress
6. No interest in being In school.
7. Don’t know what to do if they are failing
8. took too many classes they cant handle.
9. The material moves faster then the student.
10. A virus trashes their computer so they have to spend all weekend trying to fix it until they just end up wiping their hard drive out so they can finally do their homework the day before its do.
Michael Frerichs 4:16 am on February 9, 2010 Permalink |
Same, procrastination is difficult. even with simple assignments that take 5 minutes I just learned to put things off to the last minute. Im trying to unlearn it now
Priscilla Yates 8:53 pm on February 9, 2010 Permalink |
1. Work schedule (see #9)
2. Procrastination.
3. Familial obligation.
4. Lack of interest in topic being studied.
5. Registering for morning classes when you know you’re not a morning person, so you never attend.
6. Health problems
7. Dedication to hobbies which divert attention away from classes.
8. Drugs, alcohol, live music, having a good time.
9. Financial strain which creates a cyclical problem of working to stay in school, yet working too much to make ends meet and ultimately failing classes.
10. Loss of optimism and perseverance to graduate – feeling like you’re not making progress toward a degree.
Lauren Brooks 9:30 pm on February 9, 2010 Permalink |
1. Time management
2. Lack of interest
3. Partying
4. Realtionships
5. To many classes
6. Work load
7. Jobs
8.Transportation
9.Health
10. Study skills
Holly Blickenstaff 9:35 pm on February 9, 2010 Permalink |
1. Lack of motivation
2. Job
3. Managing Time
4. Stress
5. No Support
6. Money
7. Self Esteem
8. Fear of Failing
9. Drugs and Alcohol
10. Relationship Problems
alicia 1:16 am on February 10, 2010 Permalink |
I’m still trying to get a hang of this online class…
Alyssa Ammerman 2:08 am on February 10, 2010 Permalink |
1. Too much on their plate
2. Not enough time to study
3. Procrastination
4. Time management
5. Relationships
6. Exhaustion
7. Drugs/ alcohol
8. Social life
9. Finances
10. Not going to class
Victor Rodriguez 11:57 pm on February 11, 2010 Permalink |
1.Time management
2. lack of participation
3. lack of interaction
4. procrastination
5. stressed out
6. no motivation
7. no focus
8. no aspirations
9. fear to succeed
10. no support
Alex Walkine 11:36 pm on February 13, 2010 Permalink |
Time management is a big issue, time is probably one of the main reasons people take online courses.
Victor 4:06 pm on February 16, 2010 Permalink |
1. Procrastination
2. Time management
3. Fear of Failing
4. Lack of motivation/interest
5. Exhaustion
6. Finances
7. Transportation
On a persanal note, i do not have access to a computer at home, so i have to ride the bus for 30 min to school and use the computer there. For me its time consuming but it can alse be construed as time management.
victor rodriguez 4:11 pm on February 16, 2010 Permalink |
i need help. this course ask for chapter reading, i dont think i have the right book. at the book store they told me it was for the online class but i dont think so…….someone helllllppppp
Laura Gross 6:50 pm on February 23, 2010 Permalink |
The chapter is called Reading and begins on page 66. This is chapter three of the Master Student book, does that help you?
victor rodriguez 12:07 am on February 19, 2010 Permalink |
1. Not going to class
2. Time management
3. Too much on their plate
4. Job
5. Lack of dicipline
Amanda Neal 10:15 pm on September 20, 2010 Permalink |
Top Ten Reasons Students Fail
1. Lack of studying
2.Time Management
3. Poor Attendance
4.Social activities
5. Having a job
6.Drug Abuse
7.Not taking notes
8.Not listening in class
9.Unclear goals
10.Not following instructions
Joe 11:48 pm on September 20, 2010 Permalink |
Time management
no support
Procrastination
Joe 11:56 pm on September 20, 2010 Permalink |
Inconvenience of supplies
Inconvienience of important materials
Cleo Coley 12:57 pm on September 21, 2010 Permalink |
1. They have to much going on in their personal life
2. They are not focus
3. They are not doing their class work
Meaghan Lewandowski 6:38 pm on September 21, 2010 Permalink |
1. Having to work
2. Time management
3. Overload of things going on
4. Stress
5. Procrastination
6. Not wanting to learn
Mary Hendricks 7:08 pm on September 21, 2010 Permalink |
1. Lack of interest
2. lazy
3.stressed out
4.social life
5. to many classes
Amanda 7:24 pm on September 21, 2010 Permalink |
I believe that Students fail because,
1. They tend to Procrasinate aroud thier work.
2. No organization.
3. Personal life gets in the way.
4. Student is just Lazy.
5. Lack of sleep.
6. Students half way complete their work.
7. Distrations get in the way.
8. Lack of Interest.
9. Bored wtih the class material.
10. Work hours interfear with concentration.
Trent Kloter 7:53 pm on September 21, 2010 Permalink |
1. Lack of Motivation
2. No Goals
3. Distractions
4. Time Management
5. Procrastination
6. Drugs
7. Relationships
8. Transportation
9. Work Load
10. Job
Virginia Wood 9:50 pm on September 21, 2010 Permalink |
10 reasons people fall college is time management, not going to class, job, lack of discipline, ETC.
Trista Hensley 12:53 am on September 22, 2010 Permalink |
1. Procrastination
2. Poor Time Management
3. Family Issues
4. Disorganization
5. Lack of Motivation
6. Taking on too much, too many classes
7. Course is too difficult/Student doesn’t understand
8. Lack of Communication with Instructor
9. Lack of Studying
10. Money Issues
james burge 2:31 am on September 22, 2010 Permalink |
1.lack of direction
2.scared
3.money
4.social life
5.time management
6.army
7.sports
8.not going to class
9.still kids
10.work
Tiffany Crawford 2:39 am on September 22, 2010 Permalink |
1.lack of motivation
2. no transportation
3. workload
4. always getting sick
5. forgetfulness
6. lack of sleep
7. lack of focus
8. children problems
9. too many hours of work
10. miss too much school
Heather Brown 3:42 am on September 22, 2010 Permalink |
1. Lack of responsibility.
2. Lack of time.
3. Procrastination.
4. Not going online to class.
5. Not having a computer or Internet.
6. Not commiting time.
Demarcus 4:58 am on September 22, 2010 Permalink |
Students have to much going on during the time of school.
jason 1:41 pm on September 22, 2010 Permalink |
1. time
2. they lose interest
3. money
4.transportation
5. understanding of materials taught
6. Lack of dicipline
7.Job
8. organization
9. do not understand
10. forget
Jessica Sepeda 5:58 pm on September 22, 2010 Permalink |
1. Going to class
2. Finances
3. Transportation
4. Job
5. Babysitter
6. Procrastination
7. Lack of interest
8. Time management
9. Fear
10. No family support
Virginia Wood 7:06 pm on September 22, 2010 Permalink |
I think the reason people fall is because time management, job, family, not going to class, ETC.
Brittany Wertman 9:53 pm on September 22, 2010 Permalink |
1. Lack of Discipline
2. Job
3. Bad Time Management
4. Just being lazy
5. Finances
6. Transportation
7.Drugs/Alcohol
8. No Motivation
9. Stress
10. No Support
Andrew Medeiros 10:23 pm on September 22, 2010 Permalink |
1. Lack of time.
2. Lack of discipline.
3. Job.
4. Finances.
5. Exhaustion.
6. Not attending class.
7. Procrastination.
8. Health.
9. Family obligations.
10. Lack of interest in school.
Daniel Delgado 1:19 am on September 23, 2010 Permalink |
1) Having a job
2) Just plain lazy
3) Missing class
4) Transportation
5) Family problems
6) Not taking any notes
7) Partying to much
8) Stress
9) Can’t understand instructor
10) Procrastinating to much
Lucy Cardenas 2:41 am on September 23, 2010 Permalink |
1.Too many hours at work.
2. Transportation.
3. Children, being a single parent.
4. Lack of interest.
5. Sleep.
6. Stress.
7. No motivation.
8. Health problems.
9. Laziness.
10. Afraid of trying something new.
Arikus Brooks 4:57 am on September 23, 2010 Permalink |
1. Procrastinating
2. Loss of intrest in a subject/school
3. Work gets in the way
4. Just coming to school for the money
5. Transportation issues
6. Child care/ family issues
7. Trouble understanding assignments
8. Daily Stress
9. No motivation from self or others
10. Not getting the proper help when having trouble understanding material
Brittany Mckenzie 6:09 pm on October 7, 2010 Permalink |
Child care has been my biggest obstacle so I totally agree with number 6.
Lori Monroe 5:43 pm on September 23, 2010 Permalink |
Cannot afford to purchase books and supplies needed for class, do not attend class on a regular basis missing valuable course information, not understanding course content and failing to ask questions on it, not studying, homework not complete and not doing extra problems to strenghten ability, low or no self confidence, low or no support group or support person, transportation issues, child care issues and health issues.
Joanne borges 6:54 pm on September 23, 2010 Permalink |
1. Procrastination
2. Attendance
3. Lack of dedication
4. Lack of time
5. Lack of money
6. Stress
7.Health issues
8.Family issues
9. Not serious about college
10. Fear
Lori Monroe 6:37 pm on October 6, 2010 Permalink |
Your absolutly right Joanne with number 10 on your list. We have pretty much the same list, however, fear never even came into my thoughts. Thank you for revealing that to me.
Elise James 9:32 pm on September 23, 2010 Permalink |
I do also believe that students fail because of lack of motivation, consistency in checking their progress and their grades. I do believe if you stay on top of your work, study and figure out what your weakenesses are to change them you can become a successful student.
Ronald James 3:47 am on September 27, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with these statements. If students are constantly crossing out the things that they are doing poorly in then success is the only option left. If not then the trend of failure will continue.
Adriana Martinez 10:31 pm on September 23, 2010 Permalink |
1. Drugs and Alcohol/ Partying Too Much
2. Peer Pressure/ Stress
3. Procastination
4. Family Issues/ Drama Overall
5. No Time/ Not Prioritizing
6. Laziness/ Doesn’t Really Care
7. Not Understanding the Material
8. Unorganized
9. Not Getting Enough Motivation/ No Self Esteem
10. Pregnancy
Adriana Martinez 10:45 pm on September 23, 2010 Permalink |
1. Drugs and Alcohol/ Party Too Much. 2. Peer Pressure/ Stress. 3. Procastination. 4. Family Issues/ Drama Overall. 5. No Time/ Not Prioritizing. 6. Laziness/ Doesn’t Really Care. 7. Not Understanding the Material. 8. Unorganized. 9. Not Getting Enough Motivation/ No Self Esteem. 10. Pregnancy
Adriana Martinez 10:48 pm on September 23, 2010 Permalink |
oops didnt twice my bad =)
anthonyengle 2:03 pm on September 24, 2010 Permalink |
1. lack of interest
2. not listening to instructions
3. not doing homework
4. not studying
5. have to work
6. dont have time
7. to many classes
8. not wanting to be there
9. just pleasing their parents
10. not asking for help
Mark Williams 3:31 pm on September 24, 2010 Permalink |
1. Wrong Choice of Major
2. Stress
3. Job
4. No responsibility
5. No Goals
6. Failure to ask for help
7. Procrastination (one of my biggest issues)
8. Troubles at home
9. Child Care
10. Financial
11. Expensive Prep Classes
Tricia 9:13 pm on September 24, 2010 Permalink |
1. Lack of goals
2.poor self esteem
3. poor organizations skills
4.procrastination
5.insufficient funds
6.lack of motivation
7. poor communications skills
8.no study skills or poor reading skills
9.poor time management
10. no transportation
Daysha Harris 2:14 pm on September 25, 2010 Permalink |
My Top Ten Reasons stundents fail: * Lack of sleep *Lack of study *Lack of Motivation *Attendence *Dont let the instructor know they need help *stress *work full time and attend scool * Procrastination *to many classes *Not doing class Work
Bronson 4:19 pm on September 25, 2010 Permalink |
1. Chose wrong classes
2. Lack of intrest in school
3. Other priorities
4. Poor Time management
5. taking on more than they can handle
6. Laziness
7. going to school for wrong reasons
8. Family issues
9. No ride
10. Money problems
Eileen 6:33 pm on September 25, 2010 Permalink |
1. lack of attendance
2. language bearer
3. no computer
4. lack of interest for this class
5. no study or communication skills
6. time management issues
7. children
8. work hours
9. to many classes for one semester
10. being lazy
Amanda 7:46 pm on October 3, 2010 Permalink |
I didn’t think of lack of attendanc,thats so truee
Trista Hensley 3:30 am on October 13, 2010 Permalink
I agree, even when taking online classes…you have to get online and do the work, blog etc. If not you can fall behind just as if you were in a classroom
Aurora 8:57 pm on September 25, 2010 Permalink |
1. Socializing too much
2. Missing classes
3. Poor note-taking skills
4. Failing to get help EARLY
5. Showing up for class unprepared
6. Not previewing chapters before reading
7. Not taking advantage of study hours
8. Cramming for tests, rather than consistent review
9. Failing to review lecture notes
10. Not realizing importance of active listening in class
Fadwa Ali 7:05 am on September 26, 2010 Permalink |
1. The teacher may be boring and the student loses interest.
2. Lazyness
3.Not enough time to study outside of class
4. Pressure to succeed
5. Procrastination
6. Health/ mental problems
7. Poor attendance
8. Lack of determination
9. Not understanding the teachers requests
10. School not a priority
Haley 3:19 pm on September 26, 2010 Permalink |
1. Lack of time Management
2. Excessive Job Duties
3. Procrastination
4. Scarred of College
5. Lack of Discipline
6. Lack of mentoring
7. Instant gratification (do what one wants)
8. No organization
9. Obstacles needed to get through on regular basis
Cleo Coley 5:30 pm on September 26, 2010 Permalink |
1. Lack of study
2. Not focus
3. Not attending school
4. Not really paying attention while they are in school
Bronson Cantu 7:08 pm on September 26, 2010 Permalink |
1. Not in Classes they wanted
2. Lack of time
3. no motivation
4. poor study skills
5. lack of ride
6. going to school for wrong reasons
7. rough home life
8. have to much stuff on there plate to do college
9. more concerned about there social life
10. procrastination
Amanda 6:03 pm on October 3, 2010 Permalink |
I can understand why students fail when their in a class they don’t want.
anthonyengle 2:35 am on October 10, 2010 Permalink |
I can agree with students failing because they are more concerned with their social life then school. I’ve been around college student for awhile and a lot of them are more worried about what to wear to a party or worried about what a person thinks of them.
Autumn 7:21 pm on September 26, 2010 Permalink |
Top Ten Reasons Students Fail Are:
1. Lack of focus
2. Laziness
3. Apathetic view towards school in general
4. Lack of time
5. Personal issues
6. Illnesses
7. Family
8. Work
9. Other classes
10. Stress
Ronald James 3:51 am on September 27, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with most of these statements. Only ones I don’t are the “Lack of time, Personal issues, and other classes”. Time is something that should always be made for class. Personal issues should be set aside. Other classes, in college, by that time you should already be able to manage several classes. Not an excuse.
Trista 1:05 am on October 6, 2010 Permalink
Well Ronald I understand that for you, you may be able to juggle personal issues and your time better than others but for me, I have two kids, one is disabled and it is difficult to juggle these things sometimes. Doesn’t stop me, but it can be overwhelming and I can see how life and lack of time management can effect certain people to the point of failure.
Joanne borges 3:41 am on October 6, 2010 Permalink
Some personal issues can’t be set aside.
Cleo Coley 2:57 pm on October 7, 2010 Permalink
I would have to disagree with you on personal issues. There are some personal issues that are serious to where the person thats going thru it lose they focus in school.
Bronson 12:14 am on October 10, 2010 Permalink
I think lack of time is a big thing I mean I work 12 to 14 hrs a day and raise my daughter plus try to get homework done but it is possible just takes alot of will power.
Ronald James 3:42 am on September 27, 2010 Permalink |
Top Ten Reasons Students Fail:
1. Bad time management
2. Unorganized
3. Illness
4. Lack of focus
5. Laziness
6. Misunderstanding of assignment
7. Stress
8. Distractions
9. Incomplete work
10. Not studying
Brittany Mckenzie 1:22 pm on September 27, 2010 Permalink |
1. Procrastination
2. Stress
3. Time Management
4. Juggling too much at one time
5. Money
6. No Motivation
7. Being forced to go instead of WANTING it
8. No time to study
9. Bored
10. Lack of Discipline
Matt Dieguez 12:09 am on October 11, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with these reasons, especially number 1 and 7.
Cleo Coley 3:36 pm on September 27, 2010 Permalink |
1. They have to much going on
2. They are not really trying
3. Not staying on top of what they need to do
4. Their job
5. Not doing their homework
6. Not coming to school
Giselle Parrish Quinonez 1:56 am on October 11, 2010 Permalink |
I totally agree with Cleo!!! Every single one of those reasons are exactly why students are not successful!!
teshekia c 5:00 pm on September 28, 2010 Permalink |
TOP 10 REASONS STUDENTS FAIL
1.working full time
2.kids
3.low sef esteem
4.lack of support
5.transportaion
6.money
7.family problems
8.not fully focused
9.stress
10.scared to fail
Rooderick Stevenson 2:51 pm on September 30, 2010 Permalink |
1.lazy
2.percrastination
3.lack of knowledge
4.focusing problems
5.distractions
6.personal issues
7.don’t take the time to ask questions
8.trying to balance school and work
9.goals/standards
10.financial problems for required materials
Lucy Cardenas 11:45 pm on October 9, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with Rooderick. Many people sign up for school and don’t realize the sacrifices we make to better our future. Laziness is a big reason why people do not succeed. Also when you allow other problems to interfere like percrastination and distractions.
Daniel Delgado 12:46 am on October 12, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with all the ones he is saying. I like how he said financial problems. That can really affect a grade in a college class because tuition and books are very expensive.
Logan Farmer 4:10 pm on September 30, 2010 Permalink |
Reasons Students Fail
1. Lack of understanding
2, Skewed priorities
3. afraid to ask questions or ask for help
4. poor time management skills
5. stress outside of school
6. no time due to jobs
7. no motivation
8. poor attitude
9. no support network outside of school
10. procrastination
Amanda 6:01 pm on October 3, 2010 Permalink |
I believe thats one of the main reasons why people fail. No motivation
Andrew 5:39 pm on October 5, 2010 Permalink |
I did not consider someone who is afraid to ask questions or for help. It is a very good reason to why someone might fail at school.
Daniel Delgado 1:40 am on October 7, 2010 Permalink |
Pretty much everybody said the same things in their posts. I did notice that Logan Farmer said afraid to ask questions. I really liked that one because a lot of kids don’t ask questions and it really hurts their performance in class.
Loc Nguyen 1:28 am on October 3, 2010 Permalink |
Motivation.
Demarcus Lewis 3:59 pm on October 3, 2010 Permalink |
Having to work and go to school.
Brittany Wertman 5:16 pm on October 7, 2010 Permalink |
I strongly agree with this!!! I feel that working full time and going to school is a difficult task and can get in the way of each other. It takes someone motivated and self disciplined to keep up with both at the same time.
Adriana Martinez 7:48 pm on October 9, 2010 Permalink
I really do agree with you on this it really does take someone that is motivated and self disciplined to work full time and go to school. Also, for me, support helps me out a lot especially from people i care about.
Matt Dieguez 11:24 pm on October 3, 2010 Permalink |
Procrastination, Laziness, Fatigue, No motivation, No care, No effort, Bad time management, Work, Friends, Money issues.
Virginia Wood 5:45 am on October 5, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with all of those things. I have seen myself from time to time having one or more of those issues of why students fail. When I see myself having those issues; I just think to myself that I can work through this, as I see in my mind what I will be when I finish my goal.
Tricia 2:06 am on October 8, 2010 Permalink |
Being afraid to ask questions was a great point; that can hinder a person’s progress .
Fadwa 6:32 pm on October 8, 2010 Permalink |
I completely agree with this. I didn’t really think about that one but that is a big problem, if you start out being afraid to ask questions then you will probably not understand any of the material.
james burge 5:28 pm on October 8, 2010 Permalink |
I think that the questions also comes with maturity and age. For example, my first go around with college I was younger and not as interested in school and didnt care about my grades. Now at 25 and a family getting through school is a top priority. I do agree with this also.
Haley Houser 10:13 pm on October 10, 2010 Permalink |
I can relate to the age/maturity issuing being raised. Depending on how your prior schooling effected you as an individual, sometimes it can take some time learning the world outside of a schooled environment. My top priority is school now, so that I can have have a family because of the time, efforts and desire of a better outlook can become my reality.
I am not sure if everyone thoroughly read through, but some of the topics touched upon in the powerpoint presentations were of great value. I know i need to change certain habits, along with implementing a solid schedule to better manage my time in association with school course work!
Ke'Andre Williams 5:54 pm on October 8, 2010 Permalink |
Rooderick Stevenson said that the #1 reason is because a studen is lazy. i feel that if a person is lazy, then they should not have even enrolled in the class, because they are taking up space the someone who is motivated to learn could have used.
Andrew Medeiros 5:48 pm on October 11, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with you Ke’Andre. Their is a lot of people in my classes that I take on campus who are lazy and slow the class down. If your not up to the task then change your ways, or try something else.
jason poole 8:45 pm on October 9, 2010 Permalink |
i feel that people are afraid to ask for help so there trying to find out the answer them selfs some times they get it right and sometimes they dont but does help the fact when they need help the most they never ask the teacher for help maybe cause of embarrassment i dont know but again i feel that the main reason why they fail cause of fear itself to ask
Elise James 3:59 am on October 11, 2010 Permalink |
I’m young, I’m 17 years old and I am more than motivated to do well in college. I think that motivation comes from parents also, whether it be because they are paying or you just want to make them proud. Others do not have that kind of motivation.
Mary Hendricks 12:38 am on November 6, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with you. I have always wanted to make my parents proud and i think that being in college makes her proud because i am doing something with my life, I am motivated by a few different things besides my family though, for example, where i see myself in 10 years, i would have to go to & stick through college. On another note, your 17 in college? Thats awesome!
Whitney Sands 2:51 am on February 7, 2011 Permalink |
No motivation
Lack of responsibility
No time to study
Personal issues
Procrastination
Financial issues
Laziness
No discipline
Too much partying
Lack of time management