THE BOYS' BRIGADE

Although there are many characteristics that can be seen in a successful student and no doubt that a successful student has multiple characteristics. According to Bambridge College, the successful student has the following characteristics

- They attend class regularly and on time.

- They do extra credit assignments when they are available.

Their assignments are done neatly. If they feel they need extra help, they let their teacher know.

- They turn in all assignments

- They pay attention in class and are courteous and polite.

- They speak up in class.

- They learn to identify what needs to be studied in greatest detail.

- They set short-term and long-term goals.

- They see their teachers before and after class.

- They learn to schedule enough for homework.

- They enjoy being successful students.

- If they do have to miss classes, they find out what they missed and make sure they understand all that was covered.

- They know they are responsible for their own success.

Custea College explains that the number one key is to be in class. "Successful students attend classes regularly. They are on time. They listen and train themselves to pay attention. If they miss a session, they feel obligated to let the instructor know why before class begins, if possible, and their excuses are legitimate and reasonable. They make sure they get all missed assignments (by contacting the instructor or another student), and understand specifically what was covered in class. Successful students take responsibility for themselves and their actions." Cuesta brings up the idea of extra credit. "Successful students take advantage of extra credit opportunities when offered. They demonstrate that they care about their grades and are willing to work to improve them. They often do the optional (and frequently challenging) assignments that many students avoid." There are several characteristics that make up a good student. A lot of it is based on opinion but there are common trends across the board that will help a student be a success. www.bainbridge.edu or academic.cuesta.edu