“A” Student 
Profiles
Part 1
Source: The 
Teaching Professor. Paraphrased form John H. William, Clarifying  Grade Expectations, August/September, 1993 
and Paul Solomon and Annette Nellon, Communicating 
Successful students can be distinguished from the 
average student by their attitudes and behaviors. 
The “A” Student – An Outstanding Student 
1.   
ATTENDENCE: “a” students have virtually perfect 
attendance. Their commitment to the class is a high priority and exceeds other 
temptations.
2.   
PREPARATION: “A” students are prepared for class. 
They always read the assignment. Their attention to detail is such that they 
occasionally can elaborate on class examples.
3.   
CURIOSITY: “A” students demonstrate interest in the 
class and the subject. They look up or dig out what they don’t understand. They 
often ask interesting questions or make thoughtful 
comments.
4.   
RETENTION: “A” students have retentive minds and 
practice making retentive connections. They are able to connect past learning 
with the present. They bring background of knowledge with them to their classes. 
They focus on learning concepts rather than memorizing 
details.
           CHOOSE 
THE RIGHT!!!!!!!
 
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