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Waking the apathetic student: Understanding and engaging the disengaged learner

From disinterest to drive: Motivating the apathetic student.

An apathetic student is characterised by a lack of interest, motivation, and engagement in learning. This student often appears indifferent to academic tasks, classroom activities, and even their own educational progress. They may exhibit a general sense of listlessness or detachment, showing little enthusiasm for anything related to school. It’s …

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Students do not care? Discover the root causes and solutions

How to inspire students who do not care about their future.

Every teacher has faced a classroom where some students do not care about their education. They show no interest in lessons, fail to complete assignments, and seem disengaged from their future. This behaviour is frustrating for educators and deeply concerning for parents and administrators. Understanding why students do not care …

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How to help a distracted student focus: The ultimate guide for success

Learn how to help a distracted student focus in the classroom.

The distracted student is a common sight in classrooms. These students may daydream, fidget, play with their phones or struggle to pay attention during lessons. This can disrupt the flow of the class and hinder their own learning. What makes a student distracted? There are many reasons why a student …

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The focussed student: Characteristics, challenges, and support strategies

How to support the focussed student in school and at home.

We all recognise that one student who seems to have everything under control. This is the student who takes notes meticulously—whether in a daily journal, planner, scrapbook, or on sticky notes. They are highly organised, make long-term plans, and analyse situations carefully before making decisions. Their ability to observe, document, …

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The unfocussed student: Understanding and supporting their needs

How to support an unfocussed student in the classroom and at home.

An unfocussed student is one who shows little passion for academic work and often seems disinterested in lessons. They are easily distracted, often engaging in activities such as playing sports, texting, listening to music, watching videos, or browsing social media instead of focussing on schoolwork. When it comes time to …

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