Many students only scan their reading assignments when following detailled arguments is required. Many students give up too quickly when they stumble on solving problems . Many students do not reserve sufficient time in their schedule for study of all their courses. Many students attempt to study in distracting environments. Effort Instructors expect students to dedicate as much effort as it takes to satisfy requirements.
Students expect to economize effort and distribute it accross all courses.
Study behavior Instructors expect students to read, analyze, and solve problems rationally. Students expect to be able to memorize and cram for exams. Problem solving Instructors expect students to respond to a problem in any way they can, verbally, arithmetically, etc. Students expect every problem to have a single right numeric answer. Conflicts of Objectives Understanding Instructors want students to demonstrate both surface and deep understanding of the subject.