06 May 2018
Students who are initially weak in their studies but manage to improve have been shown to possess a few common key traits, such as the ability to manage their emotions well, and the willingness to see failure as a challenge.
Such students also tend to have better rapport with teachers who provide them with constant support.
These findings are from a study made by Dr Imelda Caleon, a research scientist at the National Institute of Education.
She said that strategies that teachers can use to help weaker students include give more targeted feedback, teaching students to set goals, and helping them build positive connections with other students.