Sunday, October 14, 2007

More than just academics

The top 10 skills that students need to succeed based on surveys of more than 8,000 teachers include:

* Listen to others
* Follow the steps
* Follow the rules
* Ignore distractions
* Ask for help
* Take turns when you talk
* Get along with others
* Stay calm with others
* Be responsible for your behavior
* Do nice things for others.

10 Things Schools Don't Teach Well
By LiveScience Staff http://www.livescience.com/

posted: 27 September 2007 10:49 am ET

These concepts should be taught at home and re-enforced at school. This sounds like a need for parental involvement.


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