Strategies to Improve Communication Always communicate with your instructor. If you must miss a class, call your instructor and explain why you cannot attend that day.
Instructors are generally empathetic and understanding of students' problems.
Discuss any kind of class problem with your instructor - you might find the results amazing. The syllabus is a contract between you and your instructor. Know the syllabus and its requirements. Review it every so often in order to re-familiarize yourself with the class's policies. Attendance No one can force you to attend every class.