What to do |
What not to do |
| Attend every class. |
Attend irregularly and ask your instructor, "Did I miss anything?" |
| Participate in class discussion. |
Have side conversations with other students while the instructor is trying to speak to the class. |
| Come to class prepared with reading and assignments complete |
Wait to complete reading until the night before the test. |
| Arrive on time and take tests as scheduled. |
Arrive late or miss a test day and ask to take a makeup test. |
| Stay alert in class and take good notes. |
Sleep during class and ask the instructor or another student if you could borrow his/her notes. |
| Manage your time wisely. |
Procrastinate. |
| Ask questions about tests and assignments to make sure you understand what is expected. |
Hesitate to ask questions because they are "silly." |
| Make sure your child will be properly cared for during class and make alternative arrangements ahead of time in case your child is sick. |
Bring your child to class if you cannot locate a sitter and your child is sick. |
| Make alternative transportation arrangements ahead of time in case you have car problems. |
Expect the instructor to accommodate you if you do not come to class. |
| Show consideration for your instructor by addressing him or her as desired and always let them know in advance if you'll be absent. |
Skip class and then call your instructor to ask him/her to give you the lecture over the phone. |
| Notify your instructor if you have an emergency and must miss class, be prepared to present proof of your emergency if questioned by the instructor. |
Bring your cellular phone to class and leave it on. Arrive with your radio/cassette player going and use ear phones during class. |
