Students
Quotes - Do you want to achieve something
“Do
you want to achieve something or do you just want to make money?” asked a
nearby man in a white shirt to another man in a striped shirt. I waited for the
answer as I slowly walked past them.
“Why
is it an either or question?” the man in the striped shirt finally murmured
philosophically under a sip of beer. They both stood there looking at each
other in thought.”
―
Daniel Amory, Minor Snobs
“Will
this be in the examination, Mr Hecker?" was the limit of my students'
interest in any given subject. If it was going to be in the test they took
notes, if it was not going to be in the test they did not take notes. Their
silent, depthless stares were unnerving. I told myself that they were not
stupid - for how could the final attainment of thousands of years of human
progress be stupid?”
―
Tod Wodicka, All Shall Be Well; And All Shall Be Well; And All Manner of Things
Shall Be Well
“The
schoolroom clock was worn raw by stares; and you couldn't look up at the big
Puritanical face of it and not feel the countless years of young eyes reflected
in it, urging it onwards. It was a dark, old spirit that didn't so much mark
time as bequeath it.”
―
Tod Wodicka, All Shall Be Well; And All Shall Be Well; And All Manner of Things
Shall Be Well
“I
spent half my childhood trying to be like my dad. True for most boys, I think.
It turns with adolescence. The last thing I wanted was to be like my dad. It
took becoming a man to realize how lucky I’d been. It took a few hard knocks in
life to make me realize the only thing my dad had ever wanted or worked for was
to give me a chance at being better than him.”
―
Tucker Elliot, The Rainy Season
“You
know, sometimes I think this is just not it,” he said, his glasses flashing
from the early night’s light.
He
turned toward me in a thoughtful pause.
“You
know what I mean, Tom?” he asked. “It’s just not.”
―
Daniel Amory, Minor Snobs
“Socioeconomic
status (SES) and cultural background play critical roles in shaping motivation
and academic performance, particularly for disadvantaged students who face
additional barriers.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Social
and cultural factors contribute to underachievement, particularly when academic
success is de-emphasised or seen as unimportant.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Cultural
expectations often shape students' attitudes towards education. Many students
underachieve because they feel pressured by societal norms that may devalue
academic success.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“The
role of schools and teachers is crucial in supporting a student’s potential.
Positive teacher-student relationships and effective teaching practices is key
to reversing academic underachievement.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Creating
a learning environment that meets the needs of diverse students, is essential
for ensuring that every student, including gifted students, is challenged and
supported appropriately.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Neuroscience
research has shown that factors like stress, sleep, and different learning
styles can have a profound impact on brain function and, consequently, academic
performance.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Understanding
the cognitive processes involved in learning is important in addressing
underachievement and supporting students in reaching their potential.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Personalised
interventions unlike one-size-fits-all approaches are most effective in
addressing the unique strengths and challenges of underachieving students.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Early
and targeted support tailored to individual students' needs are essential in
reversing underachievement, as early intervention can prevent long-term
academic struggles.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Equity
and inclusion are central to addressing academic underachievement, as systemic
factors like racism, bias, and inequality contribute significantly to students'
academic struggles.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Creating
more inclusive educational environments is crucial in supporting diverse
learners and ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Effective
interventions address both academic and emotional needs and ensure a
comprehensive approach to reversing academic underachievement.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Understanding
the causes of academic underachievement remains important, especially when it
helps in providing targeted, holistic support that can foster growth in all
aspects of a student's life.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Studying
underachievement fosters a deeper understanding of yourself and your
potential.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“By
studying underachievement, you can anticipate challenges before they arise, and
equip yourself to avoid setbacks and build a path to long-term success.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“By
studying the term underachievement, you can anticipate challenges before they
arise, and equip yourself to avoid setbacks and build a path to long-term
success.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Understanding
the term underachievement helps you empathise with others, strengthens your
relationships and create a supportive environment for mutual growth.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Knowledge
of the term underachievement empowers you to recognise patterns and seize
opportunities that align with your abilities, leading to greater success and
fulfilment.”
―
Asuni LadyZeal
“Some
of the best teaching and training materials for teachers and students are in
the Word of God, for it carries timeless principles of life.”
―
Gift Gugu Mona, The Infallible Word of God: 365 Inspirational Quotes
