The following information is designed to explain what behaviors are likely to earn you an A versus a C. Treat the nine dimensions as guidelines for earning these grades rather than rigid conditions for or guarantees of success. In particular classes, for example, an A student can earn a C while a C student can earn an A. Likewise, an A student may earn an A without satisfying the characteristics of an A student on all nine dimensions. It is very difficult for anyone, no matter how exceptional, to consistently exhibit every quality associated with that of an A student. This talent may include either or both creativity and organizational skills. Some are quite talented but their success is limited by a lack of organizational skill or motivation, Others are motivated but lack special aptitude.
Attendance never miss class.
Their commitment to the class resembles that of their professor. Attending class is their highest priority. Attitude show initiative. Their desire to excel makes them do more work than is required. They never do more than required and sometimes do less.